Michael 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
Found in: Music, NewsHideout Block Party, Day Two: The New Pornographers, Michael Jackson Tribute and more
[Above: The New Pornographers.] Ahhh, the CTA. Gotta love those delays and train station closings, right? The two-hour travel time to Hideout prevented the chance to see The Uglysuit and those that played before them, but nothing cools off an angry commuter like some free watermelon and a playful game of Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes with Tim Fite on a lovely Sunday. His lively hip-hop performance was one of the weekend's many kid-friendly offerings, which also included crafts, a Wee Hairy Beasties performance and a puppet show whose theater was rigged to a bike. ... read more
Found in: Local:ChicagoActivision unveils Guitar Hero: World Tour line-up
For months now, Guitar Hero diehards have been hanging on... read more
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