In 1988, Michael was signed to Herb Alpert's label A&M with the pop-rock band Boston (replacing Brad Delp), to sign to EMI records worldwide with his own original band "Von Groove." Michael still appeared on the Boston album "Walk On"

He has also been the voice behind many radio & television commercials such as Coke, Labatts, Coors, Crunchie, Foster, The Bay and many more. In 1998, Michael became part of "The Outpatients", releasing their debut album "Anxious Disease" (Teichiku/Virgin). This album features the members of Guns n' Roses (including a duet with Axl Rose). Steve Stevens of Billy Idol and Louis Conte of Phil Collins. His wide vocal range, style and presence allow him to perform everything from rock and R&B to corporate and orchestral show.