There are two musicians with the name Michael Monroe. One of them has also formed a band called Michael Monroe. 1) Michael Monroe (Matti Fagerholm, born on June 17, 1962 in Helsinki -) is a Finnish rock musician. He's best known as the singer of Hanoi Rocks . His characteristics are bleached blonde hair, feminine make-up and glamorous fashion. Personally he has released 5 solo records: Nights Are So Long, Not Fakin' It, Peace of Mind, Life Gets You Dirty and Whatcha Want. He has also played in Jerusalem Slim and Demolition 23.