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In the 80's & 90's Michael was a principal songwriter of indie folk group “Wild Pumpkins At Midnight”. Successful in Australia & Europe, the band released 11 albums and won an ARIA Award for Best Independent Release of 1989. Michael’s music today is the culmination of a long and varied musical journey. He released his 1st children's record; Peaceful Stars- Days & Dreams, a beautiful album recorded in Mumbai, India with under-privileged rural children. In 2001 Michael co-produced the popular NSW North Coast children’s album “The Kangaroo Club,” with Indigenous singer-songwriter Mereki. He was the musical director of the prestigious Ethnic Business Awards in 2007 that was broadcast to 45 countries worldwide. SPIKEY & FRIENDS "In My Backyard" Michael releases his 2nd childrens' album with some of Byron Bay's top musicians. "In My Backyard" is a uniquely Australian K-INDIE ROCK BUSH ADVENTURE taking kids on a joyful romp, learning & respecting simple lessons about the bush, animal