Michael Jackson News

At a hearing in L.A. Conrad Murray’s lawyers have asked Judge Pastor to sequester the jury, during Murray’s manslaughter trial.

Paula in Oz, has sent us the You Tube link to Timomatic’s performance, when he appeared on the ‘Australia’s Got Talent’ finals.

There must be thousands of Michael Jackson tribute acts worldwide, but we believe this one has to be one of the most entertaining!

R Kelly has made a demo of ‘You Are My World,’ a song written by Michael Jackson. Click here to watch it on You Tube.

Gibson.com has clarified Slash’s incredible work with many
musicians, including Michael. Read here what he said about MJ.

Two of Michael’s Greatest Hits’ albums continue to perform well in America, with high sales keeping them on the Billboard Charts.

We have received the following article from Debbie Jackson in New Zealand about her trip to Julien’s Auction. Click here to read.

The American Billboard website is running a poll, spanning three weeks, looking at the best music videos from the last 30 years.

In a recent article about the ten most popular names on Facebook, Michael Jackson ranks at Number Six with over 37,802,683 likes!

We have received an official statement from MJ Online with regards to publicity surrounding LaToya Jackson’s book.

Many news sources are reporting rumours about the ownership of pieces of artwork by Michael Jackson, worth a reputed $900million!

Murray’s next court hearing on July 12th has been postponed to July 20th, as lawyers continue to view boxes of rehearsal footage.

A group in Gary, Indiana, is raising funds to preserve the legacy of Mister Lucky’s Lounge, where the Jackson 5 first performed.

‘Jackie Valentine’ a group from Vancouver, Canada, have sent us links to their new song, and accompanying video, for you to enjoy!

The Rialto Theatre in South Pasadena was the location for the theatre shots at the beginning of ‘Thriller,’ short film.

Paula has sent us a YouTube link to a video of
Michael reading his poem ‘Planet Earth,’ from the ‘This Is It’ album.

Click here to see Michael’s chart positions for his albums and DVDs from various places around the world.

Sega hired Michael to compose music for ‘Sonic The
Hedgehog 3,’ but dropped the plan in 1993 because of the allegations!

Forbes has produced a report on the incredible revenue accumulated by Michael’s estate since he passed away
on June 25th, 2009.

Michael’s beautiful song ‘Man In The Mirror,’ was performed last Saturday on The Voice TV Show, by Adam Levine and Javier Colon.

sojones.com has compiled a list of their favourite Michael
Jackson impersonators. Why not check them out to see if you agree?

Dance Supergroup ‘Diversity,’ are heading back to Blackpool on
August 28th as part of a tribute to Michael, for his birthday.

Students in Santiago, Chile, protesting for a better
educational system dressed as ‘Thriller’ stylie zombies in a
flashmob.

Paula Katsikas has sent us a report from the Adelaide World Cry 2011 tribute to Michael. Please click here to read her report.

Ganesh Hegde has been inspired by Michael, crediting him with his success and adding it was dream to meet him.

Michael’s music and DVDs continue to chart around the world, please click here to see the latest chart positions.

Young singer, Greyson Chance, has covered Michael’s ‘I Wanna Be Where You Are’ single and could be releasing an album in August.

Yesterday the jacket worn by Michael in the ‘Thriller’ video was sold for 1.8 million dollars to a Texan gold trader.

Rihanna and Usher were among many celebrities who paid tribute to Michael on the second anniversary of his death yesterday.

A Brazilian Taxi Driver is now an internet star after he was filmed driving his cab imitating Michael singing ‘Billie Jean.’

At Gardner Street school today, Tom Mesereau addressed the invited audience to honour the second anniversary of Michael’s death.

Jonathan Moffett has written to us to share his tribute song to Michael, marking the 2 year anniversary of Michael’s passing.

Click here to listen to the complete duet of ‘All In Your Name’ which Michael sang with Barry Gibb. You can buy the track too.

In memory of Michael, his film, ‘Moonwalker,’ is going be shown at the Peckham Multiplex Cinema on June 25th

In court in Los Angeles today the prosecutors have requested a further delay in Conrad Murray’s Involuntary Manslaughter trial.

A lady bought a bag of clothing for ten cents in a thrift store in Oregon, only to find a Michael Jackson signed jacket inside.

Rediff.com has transcribed Oprah’s interview with Lisa when they discussed her life with Michael and her reaction to his death.

The 2011 Nationwide Insurance Picnic with the Pops presents the Columbus Symphony in ‘The Music of Michael Jackson’ on Saturday.

Hip hop artist Omekongo wants to show young people that, like Michael, they don’t need to be negative to succeed as a musician.

This Saturday, June 25th there will be a Michael ‘Thriller’ Performance
at 3.00p.m. outside HMV on Market Street in Manchester.

Gary, where Michael was born, will mark the second
anniversary of his death with a memorial tribute, and the world is
invited.

Tonight at the International Indian Film Awards in Toronto,
Canada, Jermaine Jackson will honour Michael by singing his songs.