This man didn't strike me as the sort of person who would welcome adulation. It always seems like the stream of attention aimed at artists must often come across to them as something cruel, abusive & saturating. For that reason, I chose to stay away from all of this for a number of years, in order not to cause further grief to Michael's real friends, family and loved ones. Yet today, I still feel compelled to share this with you: Ever since his departure, Michael Hutchence is the only artist -to date- whose memory (coming across pictures, tapes, CDs, footage) leaves a very odd impression in me. I guess one can't fight the obvious; you ARE truly missed. What you (and your peers) have accomplished meant something, even from a distance. And it was deeply appreciated. Take care, man... wherever you are.