As a musician with heritage in the Dominican Republic, Pallas emerged on the New York Salsa scene in late 2015 as a sideman appearing alongside notable musicians and artists such as Eddie Palmieri, Tito Rodriguez Jr., Victor Wail, Alex Matos, Tito Rojas, Luisito and Roberto Quintero, and Gilberto Pulpo Colon.

While the New York City Latin music scene embraces his talents enthusiastically, Michael has been honored to share the stage with premier jazz musicians as well, including, Abdullah Ibrahim, Al Foster, Rene McLean, Steve Davis, The George G Orchestra, and The Cotton Club Orchestra.