Jackson Hated Thriller AlbumSeptember 27th, 2009 MICHAEL JACKSON considered quitting work on his iconic 1982 album THRILLER - because he thought it "sucked". In newly released tapes, obtained by Britain's News of the World newspaper, the King Of Pop revealed he broke down in tears because he thought the record's sound was "cp".
13,000-plus fans of Michael Jackson in Mexico set 'Thriller' dance recordSeptember 18th, 2009 Mexico sets simultaneous 'Thriller' dance recordMEXICO CITY — Thousands of Michael Jackson's Mexican fans have won the world record for most people to dance to the song "Thriller" simultaneously in one place. Jamie Panas of Guinness World Records says that 13,597 people performed the dance routine on Aug.
Janet Jackson to pay tribute to her late brother at MTV's Video Music AwardsSeptember 8th, 2009 Janet Jackson to open MTV Video Music AwardsLOS ANGELES — Janet Jackson will pay tribute to her late brother at the MTV Video Music Awards. The network says Jackson will open the show with a musical tribute to Michael Jackson, who died on June 25.
Fans in Kochi pay tribute to Michael Jackson on his 51st birthdayAugust 30th, 2009 KOCHI - Thousands of fans in Kerala on Saturday paid tribute to 'king of pop' Michael Jackson on his 51st birthday. Leading singers and choreographers gathered at Darbar Hall ground where a huge LCD screen was erected showing the videos of Jackson.
Thriller album cover: releasedAugust 14th, 2009 The 25th Anniversary Thriller album cover was released today. Origanal Thriller was the sixth studio album by American recording artist Michael Jackson.
Berry Gordy to write the introduction for reissue of Michael Jackson 'Moonwalk' memoirAugust 13th, 2009 Berry Gordy to write intro for Jackson memoirNEW YORK — Motown founder Berry Gordy will write the introduction to a reissue of Michael Jackson's memoir, "Moonwalk."
A statement released by publisher Harmony Books says Gordy, whose label also featured superstars such as Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross and Marvin Gaye, will offer memories of Jackson as a child star and of the group formed with his brothers, the Jackson 5. The Jackson 5 broke through 40 years ago with the No.
Jackson thought 'Bad' album was a flopAugust 1st, 2009 LONDON - Pop legend Michael Jackson thought his acclaimed album "Bad" was a failure because it didn't match the sales of "Thriller", his friend and collaborator Quincy Jones says. "He sold 25 million copies of 'Bad'.
Jermaine Jackson scotches Jamaica 'Jackson 5' reunion gig reportsJuly 20th, 2009 LONDON - Jermaine Jackson has rubbished reports that he and brothers Marlon, Randy, and Tito are set for a 'Jackson 5' reunion for a Jamaican music festival, in tribute to their Michael Jackson. A recent TMZ.com report said that the brothers were planning to perform a mix of Jackson 5 songs and solo hits at the Reggae Sumfest, which runs on the island from 19 to 25 July.
Family viewed Michael Jackson in open casket, says relativeJuly 10th, 2009 NEW YORK - The night before late Michael Jackson's public memorial, close family members had seen the King of pop's body in an open casket at Forest Lawn in the Hollywood Hills, according to a relative. "He looked like himself.
Pelosi says no need for House to consider resolution in praise of Michael JacksonJuly 9th, 2009 Pelosi: Resolution on Michael Jackson unnecessaryWASHINGTON — House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she sees no need for a House resolution in praise of Michael Jackson. Pelosi, D-Calif., says Jackson was a great performer, but she thinks the resolution is unnecessary.
Jackson makes posthomous chart history in the USJuly 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Pop legend Michael Jackson has made a posthomous chart history in America by claiming the top nine spots on Billboard's Top Pop Catalog Albums countdown since his sudden death last week. For the first time in Billboard history, the evergreen Catalog Albums chart-topper sold more than the number one album on the Billboard 200 countdown.
Depp, Foxx to play Michael Jackson in biopic?July 1st, 2009 LONDON - Hollywood stars Johnny Depp and Jamie Fox are reportedly being lined up to play pop legend Michael Jackson in a new biopic on the idol. Hollywood studios are reportedly considering asking the "Edward Scissorhands" and "Ray" actors to star in the new biopic about the "Thriller" singer, who died of a suspected cardiac arrest in his Los Angeles home last week, reports contactmusic.com.
Rev. Jesse Jackson: Michael Jackson's family wants an independent autopsy to be performedJune 27th, 2009 Rev. Jesse Jackson says family wants 2nd autopsyLOS ANGELES — The Rev. Jesse Jackson says Michael Jackson's family wants an independent autopsy following the pop star's sudden death at age 50.
Michael Jackson memorabilia up for sale at long-scheduled celebrity auction in Las VegasJune 26th, 2009 Michael Jackson memorabilia up for sale in VegasLAS VEGAS — A collection of Michael Jackson memorabilia is up for auction in Las Vegas — a potentially lucrative coincidence a day after the singer's death. A celebrity auction Friday at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino has been planned for months, and was promoted mostly as featuring Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe items.
Jacko to open 'Thriller' casino in Las VegasJune 1st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Michael Jackson is reportedly planning to open a zombie-themed 'Thriller' casino in Las Vegas next year to help revive his flagging fortune. The 50-year-old singer is also said to be working on a new album, several films and a museum to house iconic items from his career.
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