I first met Mikel when he was married to Susan and their kids were little. Mikel was my best friends little brother, so his sister, my best friend, Karen, talked about him a lot. I finally met Mikel and I really liked his music and songwriting.
At my ballroom dancehall, Mikel met Toby Keith in Toby's early career.
Mikel could have given his songs away to Toby, but he held on to the idea of producing them himself.
Years later, Mikel moved to California to play his music in different venues near Los Angeles/Hollywood.
He played until he passed away, doing what he loved. I am forever a fan of his talent and of Mikel. He moved me and put a love of music writing at a whole new plateau. His music and songwriting was that good!!!
I will miss you Mikel and look for you during the resurrection in Paradise. Forever in my heart!
Love you, always, Charlotte Jaehne