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We love you Michael and always will,you have been an inspiration to everyone the world over and always will.Your fans the world over will never ever forget you.You will always be in our hearts and minds forever!!!
14/03/07
Michael Jackson has jetted in to Britain after spending the past week wowing fans on a whistle-stop visit to Japan.
While there, he also popped in to see thousands of US troops and their families stationed in the country, signing autographs and mingling with crowds.
As the controversial star landed at London's Heathrow airport, he remained tight-lipped about the reason for his visit.
Since being acquitted of child molestation charges at a trial that ended in June 2005, Jackson has mostly kept a low profile, spending time in Bahrain and Ireland.
In November, he sang at an awards ceremony in London, his first public performance since the trial, but his efforts were panned by critics.
Yahoo...
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Japan: Laying The Groundwork For His Comeback:12/03/07...
Some in the music industry say is it not surprising that Jackson is a frequent visitor to Japan.
"The level of loyalty and even sympathy Japan fans display for Michael is quite amazing," said Reiko Yukawa, a music critic and a songwriter who has interviewed Jackson. "Many fans in Japan try to understand the true personality of Michael Jackson, who they consider as sensitive and caring. They continue to show a tremendous amount of support as dedicated fans."
Jackson has described Japan as a "special place" on more than one occasion.
Jackson has always enjoyed a strong fan base in Japan. In 1987, he drew more than 450,000 during his "Bad Tour," giving 11 performances across the country. He continued to return to Japan to give concerts until 1996. However, as Jackson's personal life started to unravel, so did his music career. As a result, Japanese fans heard less from him as an artist.
These two events are seen as helping Jackson back on track both artistically and financially.
"I think he is laying the groundwork for coming back for concerts," said Dave Spector, a TV personality and a celebrity watcher in Japan. "If he is gone too long, coming back for a concert will be even more difficult. But if he visited at least he looks like he is interested in Japan a lot and people will not forget him and it builds up the expectation that he is going to sing next time."
Spector, who attended the V.I.P. Party, said Jackson seemed relaxed and in good spirits during the five-hour event.
Jackson was "moving, clapping and moving his feet" during the performances of the Jackson impersonators and the chorus, he said. "He did not make any dates [for concerts], but you can tell he was ready to sing."
ABC NewsJapan: Laying The Groundwork For His Comeback!! Michael Jackson greets troops in Japan:10/03/07...
TOKYO - Michael Jackson greeted thousands of U.S. troops and their family members at a U.S. Army base south of Tokyo Saturday, taking a break from days of parties with die-hard fans and well-heeled business people.About 3,000 troops and their family members gathered at a fitness center at Camp Zama. Jackson walked around shaking hands and exchanging words to thank them for their service. "Those of you in here today are some of the most special people in the world," Jackson told the crowd, reading from a statement. "It is because of you in here today, and others who so valiantly have given their lives to protect us, that we enjoy our freedom." Jackson, 48, arrived in Japan last Sunday for his second trip in less than a year to attend parties including an extravagant gala held Thursday in Tokyo. The reclusive pop icon was the guest of honor at the lavish party aimed at a well-heeled business crowd — though the roughly 400 people who showed up were mainly die-hard fans, and more than 100 orphans and handicapped children who were invited for free. The paying guests each laid down $3,500 for tickets, which included a buffet dinner, a show featuring several Japanese Michael Jackson impersonators and a chance to meet, greet and take photos with Jackson. On Friday, he made an appearance at another party for his less affluent fans. More than 1,000 people crowded a popular night club. He did not perform at either party. Jackson, one of the best-selling artists of all time, has lived abroad since his 2005 acquittal on child molestation charges, forsaking his Neverland Ranch in California for residences in Bahrain, France, and a castle in Ireland. Jackson will spend another three or four days in Tokyo. Source:MJNO... Michael Jackson greets troops, attends ceremony at U.S. army base in Japan:10/03/07...
Michael Jackson greeted thousands of U.S. troops and their family members at a U.S. army base south of Tokyo Saturday, taking a break from days of parties with die-hard fans and well-heeled business people.
About 3,000 troops and their family members gathered at a fitness centre at Camp Zama and Jackson walked around shaking hands and exchanging words to thank them for their service.
"Those of you in here today are some of the most special people in the world." Jackson said to the crowd, reading from a statement. "It is because of you in here today, and others who so valiantly have given their lives to protect us, that we enjoy our freedom."
He also attended a ceremony at the camp held for a member of the army being promoted and put a pin on his uniform.
Jackson, 48, arrived in Japan last Sunday for his second trip in less than a year to attend parties including an extravagant gala held Thursday in Tokyo.
The reclusive pop icon was the guest of honour at the lavish party aimed at a well-heeled business crowd - though the roughly 400 people who showed up were mainly die-hard fans, and more than 100 orphans and handicapped children who were invited for free.
The paying guests each laid down US$3,500 for tickets, which included a buffet dinner, a show featuring several Japanese Michael Jackson impersonators and a chance to meet, greet and take photos with the Gloved One.
On Friday, he made an appearance at another party for his less affluent fans. More than 1,000 people crowded a popular night club.
He did not perform at either party.
Source:Associated Press
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Michael Jackson Attends Fan Appreciation Party:09/03/07...
Pop star Michael Jackson's less wealthy fans got a chance to meet him at a "fan appreciation" event in Tokyo on Friday, a day after he posed for photos with those willing to pay 400,000 yen ($3,400) for the privilege.
Jackson was not expected to sing or dance at Friday's event, which cost a relatively modest 15,000 yen ($130) per head, but organizers said he would talk to all attendees. No cameras were to be allowed inside.
"I love his eyes, his nose and his dance," said 7-year-old Jun Sahs, waiting outside the Studio Coast venue.
The event was scheduled for March 9, because the date can be pronounced "san kyu," which sounds like "thank you" in Japanese, organizers said.
"I am simply happy that he's come to see us half-way around the globe and I will be able to breath the same air as he is," said Yoko Gomi, a 57-year-old housewife.
Since being acquitted of child molestation charges at a trial that ended in June 2005, Jackson has mostly kept a low profile, spending time in Bahrain and Ireland.
He last visited Japan, where he has a huge fan base, in May to accept a music award. Since arriving at the weekend, he has been mobbed by fans during a shopping trip and a visit to Disneyland.
Source:Reuters/Yahoo! News
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new video fanmeeting: 08/03/07...
New video of michael at the Fan Meeting.Enjoy! !
PREMIUM V.I.P PARTY with Michael Jackson
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thanks to:michaeljacksontributepage Michael Jackson Thrills Fans At Japan V.I.P Party: 08/03/07...
A relaxed and comfortable looking Michael Jackson dispensed hugs and handshakes Thursday to Japanese fans, who spent thousands of dollars and an hour in the cold for a few seconds with the King of Pop.
Jackson showed up late for a party in Tokyo where several hundred fans paid 400,000 yen (3,400 dollars) a ticket for an exclusive dinner and a snapshot with the music legend.
Wearing dark sunglasses and a black suit with glitter, Jackson took each fan into a private cubicle for a brief photo shoot, a dinner guest said.
But Jackson did not perform and sat away from the fans during a show that featured gospel singers and dancers.
"He was giving out hugs and handshakes and he was very gentle with me. It was very nice," Sumi Yoshimi, in high heels and an elegant white coat, said as she clutched a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne outside the venue.
"But he didn't have anything particular to say and by the end he looked very tired, so we left," she told AFP.
The 36-year-old office worker said her date, an older man, invited her to the dinner, which included a buffet of gratin and other Western food. But she did not think the price tag was excessive.
"He looked really cool seeing him up this close," she said. "It was worth 400,000 yen."
Jackson is reported to be suffering serious financial problems as he struggles to rebuild his career following his sensational child molestation trial.
Promoters said they sold more than 300 tickets -- meaning the party would rake in at least 120 million yen (one million dollars).
But the guests, many wearing tuxedos and evening gowns, first had to stand in the chilly evening air outside the venue as they waited for the superstar to turn up.
Jackson arrived nearly an hour late in a black van and then disappeared into the club to a chorus of shrieks and screams.
A group of young women held up a banner reading "Michael" with the letters made up of drawings of the singer strutting his stuff.
Aya, a 20-year-old student, said she had been preparing the banner with her friends since November.
"Although we didn't get tickets, we'll be happy if he could just see our banner. I'm excited," said Aya, who declined to give her family name.
"I couldn't buy a ticket because of the price, but I don't think it's too expensive. It's just that I'm a student and can't afford it now."
Michael Jackson last visited Tokyo in May 2006 to receive a "Legends Award" at MTV Japan's Video Music Awards and to visit orphanages.
Source: AFP/MJTKOP.COM
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Jacko: I'm happy with music career:08/03/07...
Michael Jackson, back on stage for a £1,750-a-head party in Tokyo, says he would not change anything about his career, despite what he called "deliberate attempts to hurt me."
The reclusive pop icon, in Tokyo for several "fan appreciation events," was the guest of honour at a lavish party in Tokyo aimed at a well-heeled business crowd - though the roughly 400 people who showed up were mainly die-hard fans and more than 100 orphans and handicapped children who were invited for free.
The paying guests laid down 400,000 yen for tickets, which included a buffet dinner, a show featuring several Japanese Michael Jackson impersonators and a chance to meet, greet and take photos with the singer.
Jackson appeared on the stage at the end of the six-hour party to read a brief thank you to the crowd.
He did not perform for the crowd.
Jackson reflected on his career, which he is trying to revive after his 2005 acquittal on child molestation charges and a series of other legal battles over his personal finances.
"As Charles Dickens says, 'It's been the best of times, the worst of times.' But I would not change my career," he said.
Source;Yahoo...
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Jackson Attends VIP Party!!
hiya guys,here are some Pics of Michael Jackson's VIP Party in Japan.More coming soon.... Images:MJSTAR.... Fans fork out to chat with Jackson in Japan: 08/03/07...
TOKYO (Reuters) - Excited fans got the chance to meet Michael Jackson in Tokyo on Thursday -- but only those who could afford to pay 400,000 yen (1,770 pounds) for the privilege. Fans of the "King of Pop" screamed as he arrived by van at the venue in the Japanese capital for the event, at which he had promised to chat and take pictures with up to 300 guests, but not to sing or dance. They were not put off by the price. "I would pay 10 times that amount any time anywhere," said Carlo Riley, a Jackson fan and impersonator with long black hair and a black surgical mask, who danced as he waited in line. Riley said he flew from the United States especially to meet Jackson face-to-face. "If they do it again, I'll pay it again -- easily," he added. Since being acquitted of child molestation charges at a trial that ended in June 2005, Jackson has mostly kept a low profile, spending time in Bahrain and Ireland. He last visited Japan, where he has a huge fan base, in May to accept a music award. Since arriving at the weekend, he has been mobbed by fans during a shopping trip and a visit to Disneyland. In November, Jackson sang at an awards ceremony in London, his first public performance since the trial, but his efforts were panned by critics. Source:Yahoo...
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Michael Jackson, Jackson 5 reunion rumours resurface:07/03/07...
Several news sites have begun to report on the possibilty of a Jackson 5 reunion, again. Several stories cropped up on various music news websites today.
Most of the sites are stating that discussions are currently taking place between the Jackson family and producer Jack Wishna. The 'deal' if any deal even exists, would, according to sources, include 250 shows in Las Vegas as well as a world tour, a best of album with 2 new tracks and product endorsements and merchandise.
A source tells British newspaper the Daily Mail, "Initially there will be a best of album, two new tracks will be recorded, there will be the stint in Las Vegas, then the US and the world. They are already talking through product endorsements.
"The only reason no announcement has come yet is because Michael is a notoriously erratic individual."
According to starpulse.com Michael Jackson is "on the brink" of signing a contract (for the J5 reunion) worth $487million. One source says: "The rest of the family were offered a deal to reform - for a much smaller payday - and told if they got Michael on board, the figure would skyrocket. The deal being thrashed out now is astronomical."
Although Most Jackson fans would love to see a Jackson 5 reunion along with a tour, it looks very doubtfull that it will actually happen, only last month Raymone Bain released a statement stating Michael was not planning any tours with his family and with a new solo album from Michael on the horizon it looks like the J5 rumours are just that rumours.
Theres no denying J5 comeback with Michael in the lineup would bring in big bucks in record sales and concert tickets but then again so would a solo album and a solo concert tour.
If your excited at the prospect of a Jackson 5 comeback don't get your hopes up, wait for Michael's new album instead.
MJTKOP.COM
NEW VIDEO OF MICHAEL SHOPPING IN JAPAN: 05/03/07...
hiya guys,new video for ya of michael shopping in Japan,enjoy!!
2007 Michael Jackson's TOKYO LIFE 01-1
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Thx too MJJWeb™ Japanese article about Michael's store visit: 05/03/07...
Michael reserved a large electric appliance store and enjoyed shopping there on March 5th. - Due to bad weather, Michael stayed at the hotel until after 9PM, then went. - Beforehand, fans gathered together by the hotel and Michael waved his hand out the window. - Enthusiastic fans (appr. 20?) made early reservations at the hotel (I think anyways). - Narita, who runs the hotel said "I could not shake hands with Michael at the airport [because running hotel]. I would like to shake hands with him by any means. Michael is my life!" - A fan from China (?) was at hotel at 5:00AM with a bouquet of flowers to give to Michael. - People from all over have traveled to meet Michael. Fans from Asia, America, England, etc... Source:MJJWeb™ Michael Jackson fans get more tickets, but no singing: 05/03/07...
More of Michael Jackson's fans will have the chance to see the reclusive pop star this week in Japan. But even after coughing up 3,400 dollars, they won't get to hear him sing.
Promoters announced Monday they will sell more tickets for a party in Tokyo, where for 400,000 yen (3,400 dollars) fans can shake hands and take a snapshot with the erstwhile "King of Pop."
"We haven't decided yet on the exact number of tickets, because we want to keep it limited or else our fans who have already paid will feel bad," said Asami Akiba, spokeswoman for promoter Positive Productions.
The initial 300 tickets sold out for Thursday's event, which was originally meant to be a Christmas party but was abruptly delayed in December.
The 48-year-old flew in to Tokyo on Sunday where he was greeted by hundreds of screaming supporters, one of whom shoved into his hand a fan bearing his picture.
"I love Japanese fans," Jackson, clad in a black leather jacket, told a camera crew before his bodyguards escorted him out of Narita airport.
Jackson is scheduled to deliver a speech at the party inside a Tokyo club. But he will not sing and will sit separately from fans, the promoters said.
"We don't think the 400,000 yen ticket is too expensive. It simply responds to Michael Jackson's value as a global star, fans' acknowledgement of that and their willingness to pay for it," Akiba said.
Jackson fled his Neverland ranch in California after his trial, spending much of his time in seclusion in the Arab kingdom of Bahrain.
He last visited Tokyo in May 2006 to receive a "Legends Award" at MTV Japan's Video Music Awards and visit orphanages.
Source:AFP/Yahoo! News
Jackson greeted by Japanese fans: 04/03/07...
Pop star Michael Jackson has arrived in Japan where he will meet fans who have paid up to $3,500 (£1,800) to spend a minute in his company.
It is unclear whether the 48-year-old will also perform at the event, which is due to take place on Thursday.
Jackson made his first official appearance in Japan after being cleared of child molestation charges in 2005.
Earlier this year, the singer said that Japan is "one of my favourite places in the entire world".
"My fans in Japan helped me achieve historic milestones in the music industry," he added in a rare interview with the Associated Press news agency in January.
Disappointed
Jackson is also attending a fan art contest in Tokyo for those who are unable to afford tickets to the "platinum VIP" party, which was originally scheduled for December.
The winning artists will have brunch with the singer and have their photographs taken with him.
Organisers have refused to comment on any fee Jackson may receive for his appearances.
Jackson, who has lived in Bahrain, France and Ireland since his court case, appeared on stage at the World Music Awards in London last November.
But he disappointed fans by singing only a few lines of We Are The World, when it was believed that he would perform a medley of his hits.
BBC.... The Michael Jackson Fan Art Contest, Michael arrives in Japan Sunday: 03/03/07....
From Raymone Bain
Over the years, as Michael Jackson has performed in cities around the world, he has been pleased, honored, and impressed by the large amount of fan art of him that he sees in the crowds that follow him. Seldom does Mr. Jackson’s schedule allow as much time, as he would like to meet fan artists, and more fully appreciate and enjoy their creative expressions. And, so to say thank you to all the fans that pour their love and passion for Mr. Jackson into their creative art, Mr. Jackson is inviting fans attending the March 9th “Fan Appreciation Day” event in Tokyo, Japan, to participate in the first Michael Jackson Fan Art Contest.
Entries of all kinds are accepted, including oil, acrylic and watercolor paintings, sculpture, collage, computer graphics, mixed media, printmaking, and high-quality photographs. All entries will be judged by Mr. Jackson based on, creativity, design, artistic and aesthetic merits.
Fans attending “Fan Appreciation Day” should bring their artwork with them to the event that is being held at Shinkiba Studio-Coast, 2-2-10 Shinkiba, Koutou-Ku, Tokyo 136-0082, Japan. Please include your full name, address, telephone number and e-mail address with your submission.
The top three artists chosen by Mr. Jackson will have the opportunity to meet Mr. Jackson and have their picture taken with him, and be invited to a special brunch with him.
By participating in the contest, the winners agree to have their name, voice, or likeness used in any advertising or broadcasting material relating to this contest without additional financial or other compensation.
All art submitted becomes the property of The Michael Jackson Company. Through submission of artwork, contestants and their legal guardians grant the Michael Jackson Company non-exclusive reproduction and publication rights as well as other non-exclusive use as it sees fit of submitted art.
By entering, participants agree to release, discharge and hold harmless The Michael Jackson Company, including all officers, directors, employees, volunteers and sponsors from any and all liability, loss, damage or injury resulting from participation in Michael Jackson Fan Art Contest.
The artwork will be displayed on Mr. Jackson’s soon to be created website.
Michael Jackson’s Arrival In Japan
Mr. Jackson would like to say hello to all of his fans.
He will be arriving in Tokyo, Japan on Sunday, March 4, 2007,
between 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm, Terminal 2, Narita Airport,
Tokyo, Japan.
Come out and Give Mr. Jackson a Big and Warm Welcome!
Source:Raymone Bain
Blocked Michael Jackson Fans Get Partial Refund: 01/03/07...
Thousands of disgruntled Michael Jackson fans who paid top dollar to see the star at Madison Square Garden only to find their views blocked will receive a small credit on future tickets.
Each concertgoer can get $28 off their next ticket for any event at the Garden organized by promoter LiveNation Worldwide, Inc., according to a legal settlement announced yesterday.
Dana Gross brought the class-action lawsuit against the Garden and Ticketmaster after paying $98.50 apiece for six tickets to Jackson's 30th anniversary concert in 2001.
When she bought the tickets, she was not told her view was completely obstructed. She said she could only see Jackson via the giant monitors in the arena.
Gross argued Ticketmaster should have warned her and other fans in similar seats about the obstructed views.
Fans who have not already come forward have 120 days to claim their refund.
Source:NY Daily News
Press Release - Official Statement No New Single: 27/02/07...
The following statement comes from the office of Michael Jackson:
Several unsubstantiated rumors have been reported in the media regarding Mr. Michael Jackson, all of which are erroneous and untrue.
Mr. Jackson is not planning a concert tour with members of his family.
Mr. Jackson has been presented numerous proposals…proposals which he has not solicited, but were presented to him, several of which include performing in Las Vegas. Mr. Jackson is currently reviewing and evaluating each proposal. He does not believe that he is under any time constraint for making his decisions. Therefore, reports that he has "been unsuccessful in finding a Las Vegas casino for his show, resulting in his having to turn to his family" are false.
Mr. Jackson did not move to Las Vegas to shop a Vegas show. Mr. Jackson is in Las Vegas because he likes the city, and found it a convenient location to record with the artists, songwriters and producers who are working with him in the studio.
Mr. Jackson has no current plans to appear or perform on 'American Idol.'
Mr. Jackson did not either solicit, ask to be given, or attempt to buy tickets to the recent NBA All-Star Game, as has been widely reported. Mr. Jackson was invited by several owners of NBA teams, as well as players, to attend the game as their guest. However, Mr. Jackson declined these kind invitations. Widely spread reports that Mr. Jackson sought tickets, and was denied his request, are completely false.
Mr. Jackson never leased property from Michael Flatly in Ireland. Therefore, reports stating that he was "evicted" from property owned by Flatly areerroneous and efamatory.
Mr. Jackson has not recently released or recorded a single with Pras.
Raymone K. Bain
Martin Bandier Named Chairman and CEO, Sony/ATV Music Publishing:27/02/07...
NEW YORK, Feb. 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Corporation of America announced today that Martin Bandier has been named Chairman and CEO, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC. As part of the agreement, Mr. Bandier will also make an investment in Sony/ATV, which is co-owned by Sony and trusts formed by Michael Jackson.
Mr. Bandier's move to Sony/ATV Music Publishing matches the most renowned music-publishing executive in the industry with the company that not only controls some of its most valuable catalogue assets, but also boasts a stellar roster of the most active and popular current artists and writers. The catalogues include a generation-spanning mix of some of the biggest names in music, from the Beatles, Neil Diamond, Bob Dylan, The Everly Brothers, Jimi Hendrix, Willie Nelson, Steven Stills and Hank Williams to Babyface and John Mellencamp. Sony's growing current roster of chart-toppers includes Beck, Destiny's Child, Fall Out Boy, John Mayer, Sarah McLachlan, Rascal Flatts, KT Tunstall and Gretchen Wilson. Mr. Bandier will oversee Sony/ATV's global music publishing activities -- including talent and copyright acquisitions -- and will develop and implement broad new strategic initiatives.
Mr. Bandier will report to Rob Wiesenthal, Chief Financial Officer, Sony Corporation of America, and Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, Sony Entertainment Inc., and also to Sir Howard Stringer in his role as Chairman and CEO of Sony Corporation of America. Mr. Bandier will join Sony/ATV effective April 1, 2007.
"Sony/ATV Music Publishing has great assets, and also tremendous potential for growth and expansion," said Mr. Bandier. "This move offers me the opportunity to participate in the growth of a major publishing entity and to build something in an entrepreneurial environment with a fantastic company."
"Marty Bandier is a true legend in the music industry. His experience and stature are unparalleled," said Mr. Wiesenthal. "We are delighted that he is joining Sony/ATV at this critical time in the music publishing industry. His proven track record of innovative and highly effective business strategies will help us to continue to build this company and result in meaningful upside for all involved."
"We are very excited to have Marty take the helm at Sony/ATV in what we believe will be a transformative appointment," said Sir Howard Stringer. "This sends a strong signal about how serious we are about music publishing and adds one of the most respected and accomplished executives in the music industry to our team. We expect Marty to do what he does best, grow this business and take it to the upper echelon of the industry."
"I am thrilled that Mr. Bandier has agreed to become Chairman and CEO of Sony/ATV Music Publishing," said Michael Jackson. "Marty has over 30 years experience in the music publishing industry, and not only brings with him a wealth of knowledge about the industry, but the vision and ability to take the company to new heights. I look forward to working with him."
Mr. Bandier was named chairman and CEO of EMI Music Publishing in 1989 after a merger between SBK, a company he founded, and Thorn EMI. Under his leadership, the combined company became the world's largest and most successful music publishing company. When Bandier took the reins at EMI, the company was the fourth largest player in the industry.
MJNO...Michael Jackson On American Idol Rumors Resurface: 26/02/07...
Will Michael appear on American Idol or won't he? Some people still think it's a possibility...place your bets.
Way back in early February, Reality TV Magazine reported on various signs that seemed to suggest an appearance by Michael Jackson could be in the works for American Idol. Reality TV Magazine's prediction that Michael Jackson would appear on American Idol created quite a stir in the media. Several news sites like TMZ.com picked up the story and appropriately credited Reality TV Magazine.
Michael Jackson’s own rep eventually denied to Access Hollywood that he would appear on American Idol and said that he hadn't signed agreements with anyone. Of course denying that Michael Jackson has signed anything, doesn’t rule out the possibility that he might be in the middle of negotiations. While some media outlets have looked at Fox’s recent release of a list of guest stars for season six of American Idol as confirmation that Michael Jackson will not be appearing, other media outlets seem to be coming forward with new information that seems to support our prediction of a Michael Jackson appearance on American Idol.
According to reports on BuddyTV, despite earlier denials from Michael Jackson’s rep, “it now appears the Michael Jackson is in serious negotiations to appear on American Idol.” Even though American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe told TV Week that “No, we won't be seeing him," American Idol host Ryan Seacrest is apparently more open to the idea. According to ContactMusic.com, Us Weekly has quoted Ryan Seacrest as saying "It's certainly a possibility. It would definitely make compelling television." ContactMusic.com also reports that a source close to Jackson says “Michael is in talks.”
Even though Fox has released a list of upcoming American Idol guest stars, our opinion is that we seriously doubt that it is a complete list. Whether American Idol producers have a contract wrapped up with a megastar like Paul McCartney or Michael Jackson is definitely unconfirmed, but if it happens don’t expect it to be released on a guest star list near the beginning of the American Idol season. Expect it to happen just like it happened with Prince, first rumors will surface, only to quickly denied by American Idol producers, and once everyone has bought into the denials, then a surprise appearance will occur.
Source:Reality TV Magazine/MJTKOP.COM
Michael Jackson 'could convert to Islam' says Jermaine:24/02/07....
Pop singer Michael Jackson could be about to convert to Islam, his brother told a British Muslim newspaper Thursday.
Jermaine Jackson said he thought it was "probable" that his eccentric brother, known for hits including "Thriller" and "Bad", would follow his lead by converting to the faith.
"When I came back from Mecca, I got him a lot of books and he asked me lots of things about my religion and I told him that it's peaceful and beautiful," Jermaine, 52, told the Muslim News.
"He read everything and he was proud of me that I found something that would give me inner strength and peace.
"I think it is most probable that Michael will convert to Islam."
He added that he and his brother could make a major difference to the world if Michael was to convert.
"He could do so much, just like I am trying to do. Michael and I and the word of God, we could do so much," he added.
Jermaine, who converted to Islam in 1989, came second in the British reality television show "Celebrity Big Brother", during which he struck up a friendship with Bollywood actress Shilpa Shetty, who faced alleged racist bullying.
Source:AFP/Yahoo! News
Time for Jackson to reclaim his throne:20/02/07...
Erald Kolasi, Cavalier Daily Opinion Columnist
IN 2007, the King of Pop will reclaim his rightful throne. According to several reports, Michael Jackson has been working on a new album, to be released later this year, with red-hot performer "will.i.am" of the Black Eyed Peas. Several songs already have been recorded and the album should be finished shortly, which would represent Michael Jackon's first album of completely new material since the release of Invincible in 2001. The most impressive achievement of this album, however, would be to restore Michael Jackson's iconic status and recapture lost glory by transforming the way people think about him, putting the focus back on the music and away from his personal life.
During the 1980s, Jackson was the biggest music icon in the world. Released in December 1982, Thriller, the greatest selling album of all time, defined '80s pop and catapulted Jackson's fame to uncharted heights. According to Guinness World Records, Thriller has sold well over 100 million copies worldwide; no other album even comes close. The King of Pop scored nine number-one singles in the Hot 100 during the decade, more than any other artist. His fame dwarfed that of any other human on the planet; in 1997, a survey found that Michael Jackson was the most famous person in the world, beating out President Bill Clinton and Pope John Paul II, according to his biography on IMDB. God would probably have been the only entity humans recognized more, and God's existence is in dispute!
A series of controversies surrounding his personal life, however, gradually removed the focus from his music, although Jackson continued to have phenomenal worldwide success throughout the 1990s, releasing chart-toppers like Dangerous (1991) and HIStory (1995) along with Blood on the Dance Floor (1997), which became the greatest selling remix album ever. Nevertheless, his activities with children at Neverland Ranch in California received increasingly skeptical attention. In 1993, he responded to accusations of child molestation by settling out-of-court for an undisclosed sum of money. Over a decade later, he stood trial for child molestation, but was acquitted on all charges in June 2005. Following a few travels after the trial, Michael Jackson has returned to the United States and now hopes that those glittering gloves will shine as brightly as they once did.
His chances for continued success are very real, but to better understand the inquiry, the upcoming album must be placed in the context of Michael Jackson's status as a cultural icon, not merely his musical prowess. Once upon a time, almost everything associated with Michael Jackson was, well, "cool," from the moonwalk to the way he adorned his fedora hat at the start of "Billie Jean" performances. As the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame explains, Michael Jackson "enjoyed a level of superstardom previously known only to Elvis Presley, the Beatles, and Frank Sinatra." Today, however, when many people think of Michael Jackson, they are often struck by preconceptions of an aloof individual who did horrible things to his face and molested children. Michael Jackson's iconic image has been heavily bruised, but it's not completely gone, and if anyone has the talent to revive his or her career, it's Michael Jackson.
The 2007 album must seize on that hope that remains to rescue his status by shifting those negative public perceptions. After all, he does not have anything more to prove musically. He has established himself as one of the greatest dancers ever, if not the greatest, and his vocals are legendary, a fact still recognized by will, who has praised the King of Pop's singing and just about everything else relating to Michael Jackson's musical genius. He is one of the greatest selling artists ever, has won 13 Grammy awards, charted 13 number one Hot 100 singles in his solo career, and has set whopping concert attendance records through his global tours.
This effort should be more about history and legacy; unless someone as spectacular as the 1983 Michael Jackson emerges, nothing will ever approach Thriller's success for decades anyway. If all this new album does is get people to start thinking more about his music rather than his personal life, it would have been a success.
Erald Kolasi's column usually appears Mondays in The Cavalier Daily. He can be reached at ekolasi@cavalierdaily.com
Source:CavalierDaily
Michael Jackson Enjoying Life In Vegas:16/02/07...
Michael Jackson Sightings
Ever since LUXE LIFE's exclusive interview with Michael Jackson, the King of Pop has begun to appear more and more often as he gets comfortable in his new home here in Las Vegas.
This week, proving his love for Asian culinary delicacies, he hit two of our famous dining spots. This week he finally went for the first time to the TAO Asian Bistro at The Venetian. Wearing his traditional all-black suit and black sunglasses, he arrived with four guests through a private, security-guarded entrance at the resort. Michael enjoyed chicken satay, Chilean sea bass and lobster wontons during the 90-minute meal and told the managers before leaving that he was very happy with it and promised to return. If he'd gone upstairs to the TAO nightclub, he would have run into Ashanti and Nelly who were partying at a VIP table on the dance floor!
Then next day, Michael took his three children, Prince Michael I, Paris and Prince Michael II -- nicknamed Blanket -- to star chef Wolfgang Puck's Asian eatery Chinois in the Caesars Palace Forum Shops. To avoid overzealous fans, who followed them into the restaurant, Michael was given a private room in the upstairs OPM Nightclub for his late lunch with the children. On their way home he stopped at the giant FAO Schwarz store in and loaded them up with new toys and stuffed animals. Michael's settling in right at home!
Source: Vegas Popular
Michael Jackson Addresses 'Idol' Rumors:16/02/07...
Simon, Randy and Paula have had some big names in the "Idol" guest judge chair over the years.
But it looks like the King of Pop won't be sitting in to rate wannabe singers anytime soon.
Contrary to rumors, Michael Jackson will not appear on this season's "American Idol," Access Hollywood has confirmed.
"There is absolutely no truth to the rumor that Michael Jackson is going to appear on 'American Idol,'" Jackson's rep Raymone Bain told Access. "He has signed no agreements with anyone. Robin Leach's story is inaccurate."
"American Idol" executive producer Nigel Lythgoe also dispelled the rumors of an MJ appearance.
"It's not true. It's just not true," Lythgoe said. "We won't be seeing him."
However, Lythgoe did announce that "Idol" fans are in for quite a treat this year, although he won't reveal what it might be.
"Look toward a major news announcement in the next couple of weeks. It's the biggest thing to happen to 'Idol' in five years. It does include 'American Idol' and it does include America," Lythgoe hinted.
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Michael Jackson and his children go toy shopping in Vegas:15/02/07...
TMZ has learned that Michael Jackson's public outing yesterday (Wednesday 14 Feb), on a shopping spree, caused a huge scene at the Forum shops at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas.
A TMZ spy spotted the King of Pop on a buying spree with his three children at toy store FAO Schwarz. They stopped for lunch at Wolfgang Puck's Chinois, where they dined in a private room. Jackson wore all black, while the kids, Prince, Paris and Blanket, wore long dark clothing and had their faces painted as if it were Halloween.
Picture by TMZ.com
FAO Schwarz closed down so MJ could shop in private, and our spy snapped a pic of the mountain of toys he purchased.
Michael exited the store with a pack of bodyguards and waved to fans. His children followed in what was described as "very well-trained" fashion, with their heads bowed.
Michael Jackson was also spotted dining with four guests at Tao Asian Bistro on Tuesday. Jackson wore an all-black outfit with black sunglasses.
Source:Norme Clarke/TMZ/MJTKOP
Lionel Richie Interested In Working With Michael Again:15/02/07...
Lionel Richie said over Grammy weekend that he would be interested in working again with former collaborator Michael Jackson. "I got to get Mike focused," Richie said. "I want him to just do it and deliver it, because what happens is we get into what we call recording syndrome and we don't put it out. But I think he's going to be OK, he's just got to get centered. I'll know after I hear the fifth track that he's serious about where he's going."
Source:MTV News
Brand New Music From Michael Jackson:12/02/07..
King of Pop and Pras on Tempamental track
MC/DJ, Producer and Engineer Tempamental has recorded a remix of "No Friend of Mine", and this time around, enlisted the help of Pras and Michael Jackson.
The King of Pop's vocals are a major feature on the new track, and you can listen to it now by visiting Tempamental's MySpace page.
Little more is known at this stage what plans have been developed for the song. Rumour has it that it may feature on Pras' next album, but this is still unconfirmed.
The feedback from visitors to Tempamental's MySpace page is tremendous - and 100% positive. That's no surprise - this is an amazing track, and Michael's voice is smooth, powerful and guaranteed to give you goose-bumps!
We'll let you know more as we get it - in the meantime, get over there now and turn up your speakers!
Tempamental MySpace page
Watch the fan made video and listen to the song on MJTKOP's Videoweb
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Will Michael Jackson Be Part Of An American Idol Theme Week:11/02/07...
Several signs seem to be pointing to the possibility that Michael Jackson will be the focus of an upcoming American Idol theme week and might possible even appear to mentor the American Idol finalists. Reality TV Magazine has exclusively put all the clues together and is predicting that a Michael Jackson theme week and appearance is in the works for American Idol.
Right from the beginning American Idol producers have been dropping subtle hints about a big event show in the middle of the season that will blow America away. Assuming that the big event show involves a special guest appearance, there are only a couple performers whose presence would cause a huge stir. Since Elvis is reportedly dead, Michael Jackson would likely be the next most surprising singer that could make an appearance.
But there are way more signs than just the rumored big event show that the gloved one might have his sites set on American Idol. Several reports have been circulating that Michael Jackson has been having secret meetings with American Idol creator and 19 Entertainment founder Simon Fuller. The meetings have been rumored to involve doing a possible Las Vegas show to help relaunch Michael Jackson’s career. Could the rumor about a Las Vegas show just be subterfuge to cover up the real purpose of their meetings? If a faded pop star wants to relaunch their career, everyone knows the best way to do it is through an American Idol appearance, not a Las Vegas show. Or assuming that the Las Vegas show is real, wouldn’t flying the American Idol finalists out to Vegas to meet with Michael Jackson during a Michael Jackson theme week be the perfect promotion for the show? Could Simon Fuller really be brokering a deal for the embattled pop star to appear on America’s most popular television show?
If Simon Fuller and Michael Jackson having secret meetings isn’t enough to get the Michael Jackson on American Idol rumor mill churning, then how about the fact that American Idol producer Nigel Lythgoe seemed to drop a clue about the possibility during a recent media conference call. When answering a question about the tight reign that American Idol keeps on the finalists, Lythgoe said “We don’t want anything slipping out. If we’ve got major stars coming on that we want to do a big publicity thing with. ‘Hey, Michael Jackson is coming to American Idol this week,’ then I’ve got to leave that up to Fox publicity to put out there, not have it slip out with somebody telling their Mom that Michael Jackson is coming.”
Considering Nigel Lythgoe often likes to have a little fun in his media interviews, Reality TV Magazine would not be surprised if he dropped this little tidbit as a teaser to see if anyone would pick up on it. American Idol producers teasing about a big event show, American Idol creator Simon Fuller having secret meetings with Michael Jackson, Nigel Lythgoe telling media that he doesn't want it slipping out if a major star like Michael Jackson is coming, Reality TV Magazine predicts that this all adds up to a Michael Jackson theme week and guest appearance on American Idol 6.
Source:Reality TV Magazine
Details Emerge About Michael Jackson's New Album:07/02/07...
In the latest issue of Rolling Stone magazine new details have emerged about the work that Michael Jackson and Will.i.am are doing for Michael's new album.
Will.i.am and Michael have drafted eight new songs together
One song they are working on is titled "I'm Dreamin'"
Another song Michael will sing is a ballad written by (or with) John Legend
The two are expected to convene in Ireland for one month to finish recording the tracks
Will.i.am speculated that the album is going to be like an "Off the Wall" for the modern era
Other potential collaborators include Chris Brown and DJ Whoo Kid
The music will be very melodic with some strong dance tracks
Source:Rolling Stone/MJJForum/MJTKOP Chris Tucker Does Some MJ Moves On Set Of New Movie:07/02/07...
Actor Chris Tucker was seen doing some funky MJ moves while shooting scenes for 'Rush Hour 3' in downtown Los Angeles on Saturday.
The funnyman is famed for impersonating the King Of Pop's dance moves in all of the Rush Hour movies.
Chris Tucker does his MJ impersonation on the set of Rush Hour 3
Source:TMZ.com/MJTKOP
In a World Exclusive Interview, Michael Jackson Talks About His New Life in Vegas and His Comeback:06/02/07
Michael Jackson's long-awaited return to 'King of Pop' status has begun and it's being masterminded by the mysterious, secretive British entertainment tycoon who is behind the phenomenal success of Simon Cowell's ratings juggernaut 'American Idol' and David Beckham's $250-mega-million deal that is bringing the soccer king to the United States.
I can exclusively reveal that megastar producer-manager, Simon Fuller, has held top-secret strategy planning meetings in Vegas with Michael and Emmy award-winning director-choreographer, Kenny Ortega, who has created two of Michael's previous smash, sell-out world tours. By the way, Kenny won his first Director's Guild of America award on Sunday for outstanding achievement with his 'High School Musical' production for Disney.
They invited me to join their dinner in a private room behind the watchful eyes of 2 security guards at Steve Wynn's Wing Lei Chinese restaurant at the mogul's Wynn resort hotel and casino. It's Michael's fourth visit to the Epicurean Award-winning restaurant since moving to Vegas ending his 18-month self-imposed exile from the US living in Dubai and at Michael Flatley's castle in Ireland.
Ironically, Michael who normally shuns cameras, was undetected just 100 feet away from the 200-strong media mob reporting on Paula Abdul's 'Woman of the Year' award and star-studded attendees. A bit later when I told Simon Cowell, who was also in Vegas for Paula's award, that his partner was just around the corner, he laughed and said, "Doing another one of his world-shaking mega-deals, I suppose."
As manager to international soccer-star David Beckham, Fuller, the extraordinary deal-maker, won him a five year $250-million contract -- the largest sports pay-package in history – to move with his 'Posh Spice' wife, Victoria Beckham, to Beverly Hills and play for the L.A. Galaxy Major League Soccer team. Incidentally that was Beckham, with Martha Stewart and LL Cool J, in one of the high-priced $2.5 million Superbowl ads on Sunday -- another coup for Simon Fuller launching Beckham's bid for American stardom.
Michael, who was looking well, relaxed and very happy told me, "I'm doing fine and am well and really enjoying myself in Vegas. It's a great place to call home." His hand shake and voice were strong and firm. On Michael's pending Vegas show and return to pop royalty, Kenny added, "We're talking business and looking at lots of different possibilities. This is a blue-sky time with a lot of different scenarios up in the air. We're working through all of them to find the best – the one that makes the most sense that's good for everybody."
I was reliably told that if anybody could transform Michael into a box-office megastar all over again, it would be entertainment mogul Simon Fuller, "This is the perfect match: the world's biggest pop-star being looked after by the most successful mogul-manager in the world."
Fuller is often confused with Simon Cowell -- particularly as they are close friends and so intertwined with 'American Idol's' non-stop soaring success including #1 ratings in 21 different countries. Fuller though, is the brains behind its $1-billion haul from advertising, merchandise and music. He is said to have earned $60-million personally in 2003 alone and that's a figure that grows annually. In addition, he promotes and manages such 'American Idol' stars as Kelly Clarkson, Ruben Stoddard and Clay Aiken in addition to being the longtime manager of Annie Lennox and the now solo careers of Emma 'Baby Spice' Bunton and Mrs. Beckham.
There's an incredibly unique tie-in with another Vegas connection for Michael. Fuller (seen here with Kenny and Michael) divides his time between London, Los Angeles, and the French Riviera, and is also said to have numerous growing investments in Lake Las Vegas real-estate ventures with Cowell. But it's the mega-deal he struck with American billionaire, Robert F X Sillerman, that's worth noting in all of this. Fuller's 19 Entertainment was purchased a year ago by Sillerman for a whopping $190-million and Fuller wound-up a director of Sillerman's CKx and still running the 19 group. CKx is partnered with Cirque du Soleil in an upcoming Elvis Presley-themed show, planned for MGM's City Center. Sillerman who owns licensing and merchandising rights to numerous celebrities and their estates exploits the Presley estate with authority by both Priscilla Presley and Lisa-Marie Presley who were in Vegas this weekend celebrating the King of Rock's daughter's 39th birthday! Gossip historians know that at one time, Michael and Lisa- Marie were a tabloid headline romance item during their marriage!
As an added Vegas twist, Sillerman bought a 20% stake in the Broadway version of Mel Brook's 'The Producers' which is opening a Vegas version of the musical with David Hasselhoff. It's easy to see that all of Michael's current financial asset entanglements could be unraveled and made whole by the Sillerman-Fuller brain-trust as super Svengalis – and then relaunch his career bigger and better than ever before.
First stop though for Michael, who will celebrate his 49th birthday on August 29 this year -- the same birth date as mine coincidentally -- is Japan. He'll fly from Vegas next month for two fan-appreciation events on March 8 and 9.
Says Michael, "Japan is one of my favorite places in the world and I am very grateful to my fans there who have always been my strongest supporters and have helped me achieve several historic milestones in my life." Some 300 VIPs, paying over $3300 each, will hold a meet and greet handshake photo-session with Michael on day one with general fans massing for a get-together on day two.
Michael, who last performed a concert in Madison Square Garden back in 2001, is not expected to perform while in Japan, although he has created charity fund-raising records and TV specials with large groups of other pop stars in the interim. Although he's had more than 12 #1 chart hits, the last was in 1995 and he hasn't toured since the mid- 1990s.
He remembered that the last time he and I had met was over breakfast as guests of Donald Trump at his Atlantic City Trump Plaza hotel. But this visit together was not the time or the place to discuss his self-imposed 18-month exile after the Santa Barbara acquittal of child molestation charges in 2005. Michael lived for a while in the oil-rich nation of Bahrain before moving onto Ireland as a longtime guest in the sprawling castle of 'Lord of the Dance' creator Michael Flatley.
Michael returned to the States six weeks ago on Christmas Eve, as Luxe Life reported here back on December 24. He moved into a home on the west side of Vegas near Sahara and within easy reach of the Strip. In addition to a long dinner with Steve Wynn, which resulted in speculation about a possible Jackson show there, Michael's also met several times with Vegas deal-maker Jack Wishna who said:, "Michael is poised to return to the top of the entertainment world soon. He is one of the greatest all-time entertainers in the world." Wishna is the businessman who engineered Trump's Vegas debut with the $2.8 billion Trump International Hotel Tower, which is nearing completion on the Strip near the New Frontier hotel across from Steve Wynn's resort hotel casino.
MAGIC MAN
Michael was happy to discuss how he's been spending some of first month in Vegas. He told me he enjoyed taking his children to see Lance Burton's magic show at the Monte Carlo. "I really love magic," he said. "I really liked his show. It's amazing and very enjoyable. I love getting caught up in the magic."
Protected by his own security and Monte Carlo security, Michael went in through a back security entrance rather than cause a scene with fans and sat in the lower mezzanine un-noticed in front of the sound booth – and just as the show was ending, he took off so the audience wouldn't be distracted from Lance's curtain calls.
Michael has only given one quick telephone interview since returning to Vegas although he did speak at the Atlanta funeral of the late soul singer James Brown. He confirmed officially to me a funny interview story about the Associated Press reporter covering the 'King of Pop's' return to the United States to live. The rules were that the reporter could not disclose his Vegas residency and was allowed only one question. When the AP reporter asked how Michael was and he answered that he was fine, that was considered the one question!!
So for me, it was an honor to be invited into the inner sanctum. I found Michael relaxed and confident -- happy that the troubled past was getting put all behind him and happy that he's begun rebuilding his career again. "It's a whole new Michael here in Vegas," I was told. " He feels comfortable here. He loves being able to go out and basically not get hassled. He likes the restaurants here for the food but his favorites are the shows. I think he'll get to see everyone of them over the next few months. It's the first time in a long time Michael is feeling less pressured and much at ease. He is ready to go to work again and is in a great space and a wonderful sense of mind."
To celebrate, this weekend Michael was out and about again- enjoying The Beatles LOVE musical at the Mirage. After the late-show, he visited the LOVE boutique to pick out some Beatles show souvenirs – and surprisingly even happily posed with fans for photos with his ever-watchful security agreeing to relax the normal rules for his safety. Then he went backstage to meet the cast and crew of the show congratulating them on their performances and thanking them for the spectacular show.
"They were in awe of him and he the same about all of them. He was very respectful and told them it was an incredible experience that he'd remember forever. I think he's going to bring his children into see it next," one of the company staffers told me.
For now though, the only public outing of his three children has been a visit to the Circus Circus where they were spotted on a visit to the hotel's attractions here on the Strip. Prince Michael I, Paris and Prince Michael II, also known by nickname Blanket, didn't even bother with disguises when they went on the amusement rides there -- naturally under the watchful eye of their nanny and Michael's team of bodyguards along with the Circus Circus security staffers.
KEEP THE BOOGIE ALRIGHT
Michael's friendship and professional relationship with director and choreographer Kenny Ortega dates back many years. and once again they are teaming up. "Be it a concert tour or a show staged from Vegas they'll tackle it together," said a friend. "They have complete trust in one another so it will be their project going forward."
The Emmy-winning 30-year career choreographer was responsible for the hit 'Dirty Dancing,' 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' and 'St. Elmo's Fire' movies. He also staged over his 20-year tour career world concerts for Michael, Barbra Streisand, Cher, The Pointer Sisters, KISS and Diana Ross. His choreography on Madonna's 'Material Girl' movie also won him awards. Currently Kenny, who created the live Sirens outdoor show spectacle at the Treasure Island, is in the early stages of a secret project being created for Steve Wynn's resort here and Luxe Life is sworn to secrecy! He will helm the follow-up sequel to 'High School Musical' being filmed in Utah this Spring.
MICHAEL'S COMEBACK SPECIAL
With the triple-threat team in place for Michael's return, he's already started work on a new album. Some of the tracks have already been recorded at Flatley's Irish castle with the help of will.i.am of the Black Eyed Peas. Don't be surprised if Michael and will are spotted when BEP plays the Orleans Arena during NBA All-Star weekend to work out the best way to finish the tracks they've selected to go with. Says will, "I'm a real fan of his. You get to work with just a couple of great people during your life who shed light on the Earth and Michael is one of them."
Michael, Simon and Kenny happily posed for our Luxe Life photos. I told them all that everybody was eagerly awaiting Michael's return to the limelight and that Vegas was delighted he now called our city his new home. " Its all going to be good, very good" said Michael, and Kenny added: "We're going to get it done and when it is you'll know it'll be the right way working out for the best for everybody involved."
Source:www.vegaspopular.com
Michael Jackson and Jackson 5 UK Chart News:05/02/07...
Good news for Michael Jackson and the Jackson 5 this week as there music has seven entries in the UK charts.
The Jackson 5 has two songs in the UK charts including one in the Top 75 Singles Chart and Michael has two songs in the UK Downloads Chart and an album in the UK Top 40 RnB Chart.
Read on for the full list...
UK Top 200 Downloads Chart
Jackson 5 - I Want You Back - No.62 (Down 18 places from last week)
Jackson 5 - ABC - No.161 (Down 50 places from last week)
Michael Jackson - Man In The Mirror - No.99 (New entry or re-entry)
Michael Jackson - Billie Jean - No.171 (New entry or re-entry)
UK Top 40 RnB Albums Chart
Michael Jackson - The Essential - No.33 (Down 2 places from last week)
UK Top 75 Singles Chart
Jackson 5 - I Want You Back - No.56 (re-entry)
Source: MJTKOP.COM
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Michael Jackson's Inflated Ego:30/01/07...
American music impresario Quincy Jones thinks that Michael Jackson has an inflated ego.
Speaking at the Harvard School of Public Health presentation ceremony of the first-ever Q Prize to Scott Neeson at the Core Club, the 73-year-old record producer has said that the American entertaining idol must listen to "god's whispers" and act according to the commands of the almighty.
"He should listen to God's whispers. It's not about us. It's about what the higher power tells you," New York Daily new quoted him, as saying.
ANI / Daily News
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Jermaine Jackson Working On Jackson 5 Inspired Musical:29/01/07...
Maira Oliveira - All Headline News Reporter
London, England (AHN) - After recently making an appearance on Britain's "Celebrity Big Brother," Jermaine Jackson is now heading towards a different entertainment avenue.
Jermaine, who is the brother of music icon Michael Jackson, has revealed he is currently working on a musical. The show is based on his family members and the popular 1970s quintet, Jackson 5, which Jermaine was part of growing up.
In an interview with Britain's "Celebrity Big Brother" host, he said, "I'm a bit busy at the moment. I'm planning a Jacksons musical in London."
No opening date has been announced.
Source:AllHeadlineNews
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Michael Jackson's Latest Album Will Only Be Released Online:27/01/07...
Michael Jackson's new album will be released online, his studio collaborator Will.I.Am has claimed. The Black Eyed Peas star is convinced the superstar is talented and famous enough to make his comeback record a hit through internet sales alone and doesn't need the backing of a major label.
He said: "Michael is the one act who doesn't need a record label. He can do it all through social networking sites."
Will.I.Am - who is behind hits like Shut Up and Where Is The Love - believes, despite Jackson's long absence from charts, the new record will be a huge success.
He said: "We sat there in Ireland writing song melodies that are gonna affect people emotionally and rhythms that are gonna make people dance."
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Michael Jackson returns to the U.S.:26/01/07...
Michael makes conferance call to the Associated Press, talks about Japan events.
Michael Jackson is back in the United States after living in Bahrain, France and Ireland. He emerged with his spokeswoman Friday to confirm to The Associated Press that he is back after more than a year in self-imposed exile following his acquittal in a high-profile child molestation trial that ended in June 2005.
They also said he is on the comeback trail planning a pair of "fan appreciation events" in Japan in March, one of which will charge $3,300 for the opportunity to meet the Gloved One.
"I can confirm that he is in the United States," spokeswoman Raymone K. Bain said. "We don't give out information regarding our client's whereabouts because of safety, and this is just an ongoing policy."
During the brief conference call, Jackson read a statement prepared for The Associated Press about his plans to visit Japan and allowed only one question: How are you?
"I'm fine, thank you," was his reply.
Jackson, one of the best-selling artists of all time, said he has chosen to come back to Japan because of the strong support he enjoys there.
"My friends and fans in Japan have been so supportive of me and my family for many, many years," he said. "My fans in Japan helped me achieve historic milestones in the music industry."
Broderick Morris, the promoter working the Japan side of Jackson's trip, said they have sold 220 of 300 tickets to a "platinum VIP party" on March 8. Guests will have dinner, get autographed photos and be able to "meet and greet" Jackson for 30 seconds to one minute, he said.
A less-exclusive party is scheduled for the following day. Jackson is not obligated to perform at either event, and promoters refused to comment on how much Jackson, 48, would be paid.
Jackson made his first official foray back into the spotlight after his acquittal with an appearance _ again, in Tokyo to accept MTV Japan's "Legend Award." Last November, he allowed the syndicated TV show "Access Hollywood" to film him in the studio, working on music with producer will.i.am from the Black Eyed Peas.
Watch the AP video and listen to Michael's telephone interview with AP reporter Eric Talmadge HERE.
Listen to Michael's conferance call with the Associated Press below:
Jermaine grilled on famous family:25/01/07....
Everyone one in the Celebrity BB House is chatting about Jermaine's famous bro, Michael.
Jermaine Jackson faced more questions about his mysterious family this afternoon, when he told his housemates that brother Michael's third child is called Blanket.
The former Jackson 5 singer walked into an innocent chat about housemates' families in the lounge this afternoon, but all eyes were soon on him.
"I have two boys who look like they're going on tour everyday the way they're dressed," he said about his musical teenage sons.
"I keep asking them to play me some music and they say 'we're still jamming'. They've been saying that for four years."
Danielle asked him how many children Michael had.
"Prince, Paris and he named the other one Blanket," replied Jermaine wit
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