21 Facts About Michael Paynter

Michael Paynter was born on 29 January 1986 and is an Australian singer-songwriter.

Michael Paynter competed in the second season of The Voice Australia after being dropped from his record label and successfully made the Top 16, but did not advance to the Top 12.

Michael Paynter began playing instruments from a young age, playing the piano at the age of seven and learning guitar and drums by the time he was 15.

Michael Paynter studied law for a year, but returned to music.

Michael Paynter says that playing drums makes him a better guitarist, playing guitar makes him a better keyboardist and playing all three makes him a better singer.

Michael Paynter says the title of his debut album, This Welcome Diversion, was inspired by an advertisement in an inflight magazine; his music career is a diversion from his original path, law.

Michael Paynter wrote or co-wrote all of the tracks on This Welcome Diversion.

Michael Paynter wrote "Closer" in collaboration with Gary Clark and said that he fell in love with the song instantly.

Michael Paynter began touring, serving as a supporting act for Vanessa Amorosi, Newton Faulkner, Seal and the Veronicas on their Revenge Is Sweeter tour.

In June 2010, Michael Paynter released the single "Love the Fall", which became the most added song to Australian radio in the first week of July and his first top 20 single on the ARIA Singles Chart.

In July, Michael Paynter returned to Los Angeles to finish his album, with a tentative 2011 release date.

Michael Paynter appeared on the Gypsy Heart Tour with Miley Cyrus as special guest in Australia.

Michael Paynter debuted his new single called "How Sweet It Is" on the tour.

Michael Paynter successfully defeated Louise Roussety in the Battle Rounds with his rendition of "As Long as You Love Me" by Justin Bieber.

Michael Paynter was saved by the public in part 2 of The Showdowns, but failed to receive enough votes in the first Live Finals episode after performing "Locked Out of Heaven" by Bruno Mars, and was eliminated.

On 13 January 2014, Michael Paynter released a new single, "Weary Stars".

Since 2011, Michael Paynter has provided keyboard, guitar and vocals on Icehouse tours.

Michael Paynter spent most of 2015 supporting The Veronicas on their promotional tour and Delta Goodrem on her "Wings" promotion.

Michael Paynter contributed to Reece Mastin, on his album Change Colours, and on the single "Even Angels Cry".

Michael Paynter has joined Michael Paynter Delorenzis to create MSquared Productions, working as songwriters and producers.

Michael Paynter is playing the role of Jesus in the Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane performances of Jesus Christ Superstar.