Michael Jackson News

Randy Jackson has said that a first degree murder charge against Murray would be more appropriate than involuntary manslaughter.

Unauthorised staff at UCLA improperly accessed Michael’s medical records in the days after his death. Hospital was fined $95,000.

Stacey Innert tells the story of her first Jackson 5 concert at the Civic Arena Pittsburgh in 1971 and her memories of that night.

Julien’s auctions will sell some Michael memorabilia collected from other artists and friends – November at the Hard Rock Café, NY.

A ‘Thriller’ dance will take place at the Del Mar Fair, June 25th at 11 a.m. Dance classes are available for potential zombies.

California’s medical board has renewed it’s attempt to suspend Conrad Murray’s license in case he decides he can practice there.

Guerilla Productions Network have remixed ten of Michael’s tracks with typical African beats and rhythms into a mash-up album.

John Capener and another songwriter have written a tribute song to Michael you may want to listen to, called ‘Purple Butterfly’.

Kim Day, Author of the new Tribute Book ‘Michael In Foreverland,’ will be attending the Michael Jackson Convention June 25-27

Kate Jones from Australia has contacted us to let us know there is a Memorial Service for Michael in Leepington, New South Wales.

Michael’s Estate has earned nearly one billion dollars since his death, nearly two-thirds of Elvis Presley’s earnings in 33 years.

Orlando Science Center will have 2 new laser shows in it’s summer line-up of laser light shows, one of which will include Michael.

Journalist Nancy Griffin made a diary on the set of ‘Thriller’ and reflects on her experience of seeing Michael on a daily basis.

The Rock and Roll Hall Of Fame Michael Jackson Weekend runs from June 25th to 27th at 1100 Rock and Roll Blvd, Cleveland, Ohio.

The Bellingham Herald comments on the year which has passed since Michael died, from his fans, his legacy, through to his estate.

Since his death, Michael’s Estate has earned over $900,000, more than any other performer, with more income due.

Author Kim Day has written an article about Michael and his dedication to saving our world in the face of ecological disasters.

At his Saturday performance at Foxboro, Massachusetts’ Gillette Stadium, Justin Bieber sang Michael’s ‘Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’.

Indian actor Hrithik Roshan, like Michael, is socially conscious and believes in the power of ‘us’, urging everyone to see the truth.

The Jackson Family Foundation will present ‘Forever Michael’ a celebration event to honour Michael, at the Beverley Hilton Hotel.

A house in Ireland which Michael was said to be refurbishing as an Irish retreat, is to be rented out for self-catering holidays.

‘This Is It’, Michael’s rehearsals documentary film, will premier on TV in India on the anniversary of Michael’s death, June 25th.

Many couples are breaking the “first dance” traditions at their weddings, and have their own ideas for what is great fun for them.

Glendale Police Sgt Tom Lorenz announces that Michael’s fans will be allowed to pay their respects at Forest Lawn on June 25th.

Peter Andre’s new TV reality show ‘The Next Chapter’ will feature a video of his son showing off his Michael dance moves.

Fans will rally at the Staples Center and march to the Police Department to protest the kid-glove treatment of Conrad Murray.

Sheryl Crow’s latest album includes a cover of the Jackson 5’s ‘I Want You Back’ in honor of Michael who was her first employer.

London Fletcher the Redskins Linebacker joined some middle school pupils on stage to perform his version of Michael’s ‘Thriller.’

Dancer Kriyss Grant, from ‘This Is It’, comes to Comcast to teach MJ moves in easy to follow steps in a series of short videos.

Almost a year after Michael’s death, he has still managed to have 9 of the top 17 best-selling R&B ‘oldies’ in digital history.

Connie has set up a Group Fund with woodlandtrust.org.uk, for fans to donate £15 to dedicate and maintain a tree for Michael.

Shawn Henning’s book ‘The Book The Media Doesn’t Want You To Read’ was just the start of a project to help fans recover from your grief.

Dawnyell would like you to listen to a tribute song she has written for Michael as the anniversary of his death approaches.

Alessandrina Lerner, an MJ fan for over 30 years, would like to share a poem and her book with us – ‘Have You Seen My Childhood.’

At the Texas League Baseball game, Frisco Rough Riders vs. Tulsa Drillers, The Amazing Christopher will perform a tribute to MJ.

Javier Fisac has sent us details of his websites where you can see the 35 paintings of Michael he has painted since last June.

We have been contacted by the artist Sibelle from Denmark who has completed another oil-painting of Michael to add to her gallery.

Summer Open Air movies are returning to the Camden Center Silicon Valley on June 25th, opening with Michael’s ‘This Is It’ movie.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland is planning a special weekend in tribute for Michael June 25th – 27th.

In a poll conducted by Vileda to find out what music they play doing their housework, Michael reached Number 3 with ‘Billie Jean.’

The American Revolutionary Center has sponsored a survey of 1001 Americans on their knowledge of American History.

Two dancers from Michael’s Concert and Film ‘This Is It’ are to visit Liverpool to host a one-off dance workshop on June 9th.