Hello family, friends, and fans out there, I'm really excited to bring this post to you today, the day before my 28th birthday.  I have been pondering this change for quite some time, always waiting for the perfect time to transition. Then I realized, there's no time like the present, which is always rapidly disappearing.  As many of you know, I have been working for Chase bank for quite some time, close to 5 years, most recently as a Business Banker.  I have greatly appreciated my time there, the opportunities, and the general know-how I learned in the different positions I've held. It truly does sadden me to leave all of that behind, however, my dream has been to become a full time musician, and now I need to try it.  I realize that dreams are dreams, some come true, and some just don't.  I knew that I needed to try it, as long as I was comfortable with the consequences of my decision.  

So here's to hoping, striving, working, praying, thanking, and living! Many of you have had an incredible influence on me, and have really supported me in my musical endeavours, thank you! Now I need it more than ever!  I am so grateful for any support and prayers that you offer.  I am trusting my God, my family, and lastly myself that this is the right decision and that I have nothing to fear.  

So what is happening, you ask? I am hustlin' for some gigs right now!  I will be doing a number of different things that will keep me busy and paying the bills. I've been doing gigs, weddings and private events in Portland for close to 5 years as well, so if you know anyone that needs a jazz group, send them my way!  I'll also be getting a "real" website, sorry Posterous, and work on my second album as well. 

Like I said, the most appreciated thing you can offer me is your encouragement and prayers, oh and if you know any record label execs, that too :).  I am humbled, scared, and incredibly excited by this new challenge.  

Lots of love, 

Michalangela

Sweet! This is my first music video! It's all thanks to my cousin Rebekah Merkle (children's clothing designer for her company Amoretti) and my other cousin Dane Wilson (videographer extraordinaire). What a beautiful video!

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Hey Y'all!  I'm in Dallas, Texas this week, so I had to, gun to my head.  I can't believe how long it's been since 1) I set foot in a recording studio and 2) I blogged about anything. So here it goes. I'm going to start recording again soon (yay!) and here's a poor excuse for a blog! I've been thinking a lot over the past few years about what I want from my music career. After releasing "Portland Rain" I feel like I've not only changed and developed my style, I've also figured out what you all have liked more on my album. I have heard over and over that the originals I've done are what my fans gravitate toward (thank you, that's a HUGE compliment). On the new album, the plan is to keep to mostly, if not 100% original music from Michalangela.  I am incredibly excited by this prospect and realize the somewhat daunting task of writing music that's from the heart, what I enjoy singing, and, shoot, something you'd like too!  All this to be said, I am ready, I am so thankful for opportunities God's given me, and I would appreciate any prayers, thoughts, and comments from you all to keep me going.  If you've been listening to me, thank you, I appreciate you more than you know.  If you've never listened to me, you should, ask my other fans.  

I think I've run my mouth enough for now....

Thanks y'all! 

Michalangela