Traci Michaelz Tribute

I'm in the UK and just heard the sad news about Traci tonight. It's really upset me to hear that he's gone. I had the pleasure of meeting Traci for the first time in November 1997 during my time in Hollywood. I had travelled out there alone and knew nobody but met Traci in the Rainbow. Immediately, he made me feel so welcome and showed me round, introducing me to people. We went to watch a gig at the Whisky (I can't remember the band's name) and Traci stood up for me when a guy at the gig tried to come on to me and wouldn't take No for an answer. He was like a lovely, cuddly big brother. When I returned to Hollywood 2 years later I'll always remember Traci bombing up to me in the Rainbow with a big grin on his face, remembering me from 2 years earlier and giving me the biggest hug in the world!!! My favourite memory of Traci is him going round the booths in the Rainbow and chatting to everyone - Tony on the door used to let him in for free because his image was good for the place! I remember once Marilyn Manson and Rose McGowan walking out because Tony refused to get Traci out of a booth for them because Traci was better for business!! I used to call Traci "Drink Thief" because he used to always try and grab my drink if I let go of it and always wanted bits of my pizza. He was a very talented drummer and a special guy. He was one of the nicest people you could ever wish to meet, so full of life and enthusiasm. To pass away on Friday 13th while on tour - well, that was just soooo Traci!! I for one will miss that big smiling face and the memories I have will be treasured - to me now, The Rainbow and Hollywood will never be the same. RIP Traci xxx <3 xxx miss ya mate. You were one of the good guys xxx

Written June 13, 2008
Today a dear friend and love of mine, Traci Michaelz passed away.

It is all so surreal to me. doesn't feel right. as though something in this world just disappeared.

I had the pleasure of meeting Traci a little over two or three years ago at a party in the art district of Los Angeles. I remember the shows and outings on sunset. how he would drop by and sit up with me all night having heart to hearts. watching him attempt to play guitar hero :P. filming a music video in my old apartment. he helped coax me out of my shell. made me feel more valuable than I ever thought myself worth. He was a good friend. offered me companionship when I had none.

Traci did more than just dream. he made them a reality unlike so many of us. he was spontaneous and lived in the moment. and was THE life of the party. he answered to no one aside from himself. He lived the way HE chose to. his personality was addicting. let that serve as an inspiration to us all. He LIVED life to the fullest extent he could.

So tonight all of us who were blessed in knowing him and all of his dedicated fans, pour yourselves a shot and shoot it all the way to the back of your throat in honor of our loved Traci Michaelz.