MICKEL LONDON

                                          

 

Mickel has been writing lyrics for more than four decades and has mastered the art of taking profound lyrics and putting them into a simplistic "I get it" form. His songs touch the hearts and lives of music lovers of all ages and backgrounds. Considered one of the best at writing lyrics, Mickel, understands the power of words and the impact that words can have on a person. He has made a personal commitment to write positive, uplifting, inspiring, empowering songs that help heal and mend hearts and people.         

 

In 2005, Mickel teamed with Juan Blair, one of the industry’s most versatile music producers, and began a songwriting journey that would lead them to Taiwan.

 

In 2006, their song, “Daddy’s Suffering” was performed by American Idol finalist LaToya London In the musical, ”The Life and Times on Old Navy Road” starring LaToya London and Mickel London.

 

In 2007, their song, “Because of You” by Zorina London, was nominated for Taiwan’s Prestigious Music Awards, the Golden Melody Awards for Best Song. The London & Blair Team also had 3 other songs on that album titled, “Because of You.” They also contributed their song, “Dare to Dream” to Taiwan’s O.R.T.V.’s Christian Group, The Sunshine Singers first project,  “Life is a Gift” in 2007.     

In 2009, Mickel co-founded and hosted the Bay Area hit show "INTHESPOTLYTE.” INTHESPOTLYTE was launched in Concord, Ca. to provide a platform for local Bay Area artists to introduce their music and help widen their fan base and audience.   Also, in 2009, with his love of music and passion for helping children, Mickel founded The Music Medicine Benefit Concert for Children’s Hospital, Oakland, Ca.  The concert has raised thousands of dollars for the hospital. It is an annual event and is now in its 9th year.

 

 

In 2014, Mickel and Juan Blair released their debut album, “London and Blair Unsung” that featured 12 original songs and 10 Bay Area artists. The project featured the hit song, “Let Go” performed by Tamar Gillette along with so many other great songs.

 

Mickel has song credits with R&B Artist Devier “Without You” on the album (Love and Romance) 2009

 

Pop Artist L10 “Miracle” on the album (The Secret) 2008

 

Pop Artist Stephanie Harwood “Precious Miracle” (Children’s Hospital) 2011

 

Pop Artist L10 “Together” (for the Aids Foundation) 2011

 

Pop Artist Amanda Archer “Invincible” (for Children’s Hospital) 2016

 

Adult Contemporary / R&B Artist LaToya London “Faith in Love” 2017

 

R&B Artist Niecey LivingSingle “Broken Pieces” 2018

 

R&B / Pop Artist Rico Martinez “Vulnerable” 2018