As both a performer and a multi-platinum producer, songwriter and mixer he delivers chart topping projects across many genres for a diverse group of artists. While Michael’s lead vocals, songwriting and production are showcased in his band Sixx:AM, his talent as a multi-platinum producer, songwriter and mixer have also helped distinguish the work of Papa Roach, Mötley Crüe, Alanis Morissette, James Durbin, Hinder, among others. His songs have been recorded by diverse artists and include Kelly Clarkson. Halestorm, Victoria Justice, Halestorm, Hillary Duff, Meat Loaf, Deana Carter and many more.

Michael is co-founder (along with Nikki Sixx) and lead singer of the rock band Sixx:AM. The band’s debut album, The Heroin Diaries Soundtrack, produced by Michael, was on the Billboard Top 200 Album chart for 26 consecutive weeks and featured the No.1 rock track of 2008 and gold-selling single "Life Is Beautiful." He also co-wrote and handled production for the band’s sophomore album, This Is Gonna Hurt, which debuted at #10 on the Billboard Hot 200 and its first track, “Lies Of The Beautiful People,” went No. 1 at Active Rock radio.