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“Thriller” To Be Added To The National Film Registry
What an honor! Michael Jackson’s music video “Thriller” has been named for the Library of Congress’ 2009 selections to the National Film registry. According the registry, it is worth being “preserved as cultural, artistic and/or historical treasures for generations to come.” If only Michael Jackson could have seen his work praised in such a way. »
Michael Jackson and Sonic the Hedgehog
So what do the two have in common? As it turns out, M.J. recorded a secret tune for the popular Sega game. He’s not credited, by choice. Evidently he wasn’t happy with the sound quality of the track (the system was no Xbox after all) and asked that his name not be put in... »
Jackson Makes Third on Forbes “Deleb” List
HOLLYWOOD REPORTER – Even before the “This Is It” opening, Michael Jackson had earned $90 million in the past year, with most of it coming since his death five months ago. That sizable sum put him third on the Forbes list of dead celebrities making the most money. Jackson earned less than the $350 million that... »
Thriller In 3-D?
CINEMA BLEND – Michael Jackson’s concert documentary This Is It will arrive in theaters next week and it contains more than a few surprises. We talked with the film’s director Kenny Ortega and choreographer/associate producer Travis Payne today, and they revealed that before Jackson died, they filmed brand new versions of Michael’s most well... »
More Albums On The Way
Even in death Michael manages to make waves. Soon we should be able to listen to two brand new, never-before-heard albums that were recorded before his death. As it’s currently preparing for the big release of the “This Is It” docu-film and the accompanying 2-CD album, the Michael Jackson Estate is also working on the... »
Jackson Sibling Spats Begin
Michael Jackson was unquestionably the most famous of the Jackson clan, but the remaining members are trying to squeeze out an opportunity at fame for themselves. A Jackson Family Reunion Tour involving all the Jackson kids is in the works, but there’s one big stumbling block- sibling rivalries. The eight remaining Jackson kids vary a... »
For Sale: Michael’s Glitter Glove
According to the AP, a famous piece of Jackson memorabilia will be up for auction this November: one of the star’s rhinestone-covered gloves. MJ wore a lot of gloves during his stint as a world super star, but this particular one has special significance. Jackson wore the glove during his 1983 “Billie Jean” performance, complete... »
LaToya Seized New Michael Jackson Songs
Michael Jackson had a bunch of unreleased songs sitting on computer hard drives at his rented LA mansion, but the public may not get a chance to hear his last works. That’s because sister LaToya took possession of the hard drives, ostensibly to protect them from looters. The whole Jackson brood arrived at the... »
Final Jackson Film Plans Finalized
By Halloween of this year, you may get your chance to see footage of Michael Jackson’s final days. Sony-owned Columbia Pictures just finalized plans to make a film involving footage of Michael Jackson’s rehearsals from the big AEG Live concert series. The company paid a whopping $60 million for rights to over 100 hours of... »
Fans Can’t Get Enough of Jackson Music
Michael Jackson’s music continues to dominate the Billboard charts, as nostalgic fans pick up their favorite albums from the late King of Pop. Across the Atlantic, Jackson’s album has graced the top of the European Top 100 Albums chart for four weeks already, with no signs of slowing down. Details from Billboard: Michael Jackson’s “King... »