The reviews are starting to come in. Dick Metcalf - keyboardist, editor of Contemporary Fusion Magazine and IMPROVIJAZZATION NATION Magazine, had a positive experience listening through. "You will find pieces like 'Fading Memories' invading your waking moments, and (even) your dreams… the keyword for Michael’s playing on this wonderful song is 'POWER'…" "One of the most engaging is 'Never Looking Back,' it’s full of emotions..." Check out Contemporary Fusion's full review of

In The Distance, a solo piano and concept album, will be released on Friday, July 6. You can now pre-order In The Distance on iTunes here, and receive Never Looking Back from the album as an immediate download. A sneak peek at one of the album's tracks, to share or listen to Never Looking Back, it’s available on YouTube here and below. In making the album, the fundamental goal was always to create beautiful solo piano music, and that goal was achieved, but it’s important to r

Exciting updates, the new record will be released on Friday, July 6. You will find it on all of your favorite music streaming platforms, you will be able to purchase it digitally on iTunes and physical CDs will be sold through CD Baby and Amazon. Stay tuned for more news next week, a sneak peek at tracks, and updates on how to pre-order the album from iTunes. You downloaders get something special with that. Here's a look at all the songs' titles you'll hear on In The Distance