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Don't Stop Til You Get Enough: The Best Michael Jackson Tribute Swag on Etsy
In life, Michael Jackson was the King of Pop, but in death he's become something perhaps even more vital for these times: an economic stimulant. His albums have literally been flying off the shelves—well, not literally flying, but literally off the shelves, with physical copies making up 82% of the sales—clinching him eight of the top 10 spots on Billboard's Top Pop Catalog Album chart the week after his death. Even the magazine industry is getting a boost (a much needed one, we gotta admit), and Lord knows how much cash has been poured into MJ tribute merchandise (official and... read more
Found in: Blogs, List of the DayMichael Jackson's Victory Tour Glove to be Auctioned
In 1984, Michael Jackson swept the nation with his Victory Tour. He took the stage in his "Suit of Lights," which included that famous (and possibly infamous) sparkling white glove. Created especially for him by designer Ted Shell, the glove glimmered with beads, rhinestones and 50 tiny light bulbs, and became one of the most well-known symbols of the King of Pop. Now, thanks to Profiles in History, which recently announced plans to auction off the glove, MJ super-fans have the chance to own this iconic piece of memorabilia.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMichael Jackson: 1958-2009
Michael Jackson spent his last two decades in personal and professional shambles. Now he’s gone, dead at age 50... read more
Found in: Music, FeaturesMichael Jackson Hospitalized Following Heart Attack
Update: Michael Jackson passed away Thursday evening.--According to reports that originated with TMZ, Michael Jackson is currently in a Los Angeles hospital following cardiac arrest. TMZ spoke with one of Jackson's family members who said Michael is in "really bad shape." Additionally, Jackson's father, Joe, said his son is "not doing well."... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMichael Jackson Possibly Embroiled in Another Legal Battle
Pardon us if we're a little confused about the Jackson Five/Michael Jackson This Is It tour fiasco. It seems to change daily. First, the King of Pop politely declined a family reunion tour. Then he got all set up for his splashy This Is It tour with a series of shows at London's O2 Arena. Now, after the shows have all sold out, Jackson Five tour organizers, AllGood Entertainment, have filed a cease and desist lawsuit against This Is It. ... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMichael Jackson auction canceled
A few weeks back, we reported that Michael Jackson was auctioning off more than 1,000 of his most decadent items from his infamous Neverland Valley Ranch in California. Now, according to Reuters, the event, which was set for April 22, has now been cancelled, and all of the items, including his Rolls Royce stretch-limo and the gates to Neverland, will be returned to the King of Pop.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMichael Jackson's belongings to go up for auction
On Wednesday, April 22, Julien's Auctions will begin a massive auction of Michael Jackson's treasures. A catalog published by the company shows Jackson dressed as an opulent monarch sporting a gold crown and lace collar. Complete with the caption, "The Collection of the King of Pop," this depiction isn't too far off. Like Louis XVI or Marie Antoinette, Jackson has built a decadent bubble around himself in the form of his fanciful mansion, Neverland, down to the throne, suit of armor, crown and capes that were reportedly found in his bedroom.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsUpdate: Michael Jackson announces 10 London shows
Update: According to Rolling Stone's Rock and Roll Daily blog, Jackson has announced the dates for the London shows. They are as follows:July8 - London, England @ O2 Arena 10 - London, England @ O2 Arena 12 - London, England @ O2 Arena 14 - London, England @ O2 Arena 16 - London, England @ O2 Arena 18 - London, England @ O2 Arena 22 - London, England @ O2 Arena 24 - London, England @ O2 Arena 26 - London, England @ O2 Arena 28 - London, England @ O2 ArenaJackson says these will be his final London live... read more
Found in: Music, NewsMusical version of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" in the works
Michael Jackson's 1983 music video for "Thriller" is heading to the stage.... read more
Found in: Culture, NewsJackson 5 to reunite in 2009, sans Michael
Close your eyes and try to imagine the following: peanut butter without jelly. Beer without alcohol. She without Him. Doesn't work right? Well, that looks to be where the Jackson 5 reunion is headed, with the buzz-kill news that Michael Jackson will not be participating in the new 2009 album or tour.... read more
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