Michael Jackson News

Mediablvd.com has named Michael as Number Two, in a list of the twenty most influential black individuals in film, TV and Music.

John Landis was interviewed by AllMediaNY and discussed many of his past projects, including his views on Michael’s ‘Thriller.’

On Feb 16th Disneyland will turn into Neverland for one day
only for 30 children from the ‘Boys & Girls Club’ of East Los Angeles.

The Urban Daily website has listed their choice of the ten best Michael songs, and includes videos from some of them, to enjoy!

The Deputy District Attorney criticized Murray’s lawyers, as they fail to present a report about forensic witness Dr. Paul White.

A federal judge is to decide if Katherine Jackson’s partner, Howard Mann, can use Michael’s image to sell books and memorabilia.

Michael holds the record for most fans on the social network Facebook, but now Eminem has narrowly surpassed Lady Gaga’s fans.

TMZ obtained photos of beautiful young ladies on the set of the
‘Hollywood Tonight,’ video, shot inside the Colony nightclub.

‘Classic Albums Live,’ is a band who perform a gimmick free version of classic albums, with no deviation from the original sound.

In an entertaining and well argued debate Eric Bader and Josh Drelling discuss the merits of ‘Thriller,’ versus ‘Smooth Criminal.’

Angelina (US) would like us to remind you of these projects – Voices Of Love Magazine and the tribute DVD and books for Michael.

Ili Hazelman won the Fiji Idol competition after singing ‘I’ll Be There,’ and has now released his first single ‘All For Love.’

Fans are concerned about Mijac joining Sony/ATV, and Mr Branca has asked MJOnline to distribute his explanation of the details.

Judge Ronald Sohigian, allows LaPointe’s case against the cancellation of the Julien House Auction in 2009, to proceed to trial.

THE white crystal glove MJ wore at the Motown 25 Special in
1983 will be auctioned in November, along with other special items.

Michael’s old friend Celine Dion will sing Charlie Chaplin’s song ‘Smile,’ as a tribute to Michael at the Oscars and in Las Vegas.

‘Who’s Bad,’ the hard-working seven piece Michael tribute band, will perform a two hour show at the Hat Factory this Saturday.

Carlos Santana collaborated with Michael to great effect on the ‘Invincible’ album, and spoke of him in a recent phone interview.

Reports are coming in, of the shooting of two videos for the new singles from ‘MICHAEL,’ in Hollywood, outside Pantages Theatre.

‘Legends In Concert,’ have a new line-up and theatre at Broadway At The Beach for March’s concert, with William Hall as Michael.

Michael’s fans in the US have been campaigning to urge the
Grammy Awards, to name an annual Humanitarian Award, in Michael’s name.

You Tube has a video made by several of the co-producers of the new album ‘MICHAEL,’ where they discuss their work with Michael.

We have this week’s news of Michael’s United Kingdom chart positions, with ‘MICHAEL,’ disappearing completely from the list!

Nigerian Idol to pay tribute to the ‘King of Pop’ on Sunday, as contestants perform select songs from Michael’s great collection.

Janet Jackson, when interviewed in London, described taking restaurant meals to homeless people in LA, and Michael drove the car!

Celine Dion will include some of Michael’s songs in her performance when she returns to a new show at Caesars Palace on March 15th.

A young, prepubescent Michael, knocked out the ‘Butch Cassidy Theme,’ by soulfully singing ‘I Want You Back,’ with the Jackson 5.

Henry Leutwyler’s images of Michael’s personal belongings to be displayed at the Foley Gallery, New York from Feb. 24 – April 6th.

Michael Jackson’s Estate has generated $310 million in revenue since he passed away, according to Court papers filed on Thursday.

Foreverland, MJ Tribute Band, continue to make their mark with over 70 performances in 2010 and they are due next at Redwood City.

MiJac Publishing could be moving from Warner Chappell to join Sony/ATV Music Publishing, which Michael’s Estate co-owns with Sony.

Many musicians compose songs about real people, and Spinnermusic has listed twenty of them, including Michael’s ‘Billie Jean.’

News One has compiled a timeline of the five biggest Black History stories from the last decade in honor of Black History Month.

Bad Rabbits have covered Michael’s song ‘Human Nature,’ which
is the favourite of many fans, and it’s now available to download.

The Symbian App. of the week is ‘The Story Of Michael Jackson,’
which is free to download, and so should interest Michael’s fans.

The City of Gary has given a developer of the Jackson Family
Complex until May 31 to register as tax exempt non-profit in Indiana.

MJOnline has confirmed that China’s second single from ‘MICHAEL,’ will be ‘Hollywood Tonight,’ while others get ‘Behind The Mask’.

Parry Family Theatre will host a tribute to Michael Jackson, where his songs and dance moves will be performed by Eric (EJ) Jones.

One of the highlights of the annual Columbus Market St.
Festival next May, will be Moonwalker, a Michael Jackson Tribute band.

Abbey Road Studios host ‘Sound and Vision’s’ Silent Auction of music memorabilia in aid of Cancer Research, to an invited audience.

The challenges facing the music industry were a little delayed last year, with the Grammys ratings bonanza, but may still remain.

2011’s Black History HBCU Calendar has been released, which highlights respected figures, like Michael and Coach Eddie Robinson.