Michael Jackson Fans Attempt Another "Thriller" World Record
Just months after setting a record in Mexico City, Michael Jackson fans hope to break yet another world record inspired by the king of pop’s most famous group-dance routine.... read more
Found in: Music, NewsThriller Nears Top-Selling Album Of All Time Status
Since his June 25 death, Michael Jackson has seen a spike not only in record sales but pretty much anything he's ever been affiliated with.... read more
Found in: Culture, 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, 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:ChicagoJackson's Thriller added to National Recording Registry
Michael Jackson’s iconic album Thriller was one of 25 recorded works added to the National Recording Registry on Wednesday. The National Recording Preservation Act was passed in 2000 to ensure that “culturally, historically and aesthetically significant” works were preserved for future generations. Each year, the Library of Congress chooses 25 works to add to the collection based on nominations by the public and consultations with the National Recordings Preservation Board.... read more
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Where Have All The Weird Girls Gone?…
