Michael Jackson News

We take a look back at 2013; from a trial, to tributes, celebrity interviews, releases, leaked footage, tours, books, exhibitions, breaking new records and more.

We would like to wish Michael’s fans, wherever you are in the world, a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! And a big thank you for your continued support.

UK fans get ready! On Christmas Day, Channel 5 will be airing the terrestrial UK premiere of the 2009 musical documentary film ‘Michael Jackson’s This Is It’.

Attorneys handling an appeal by the former doctor convicted in the death of Michael, have waived oral arguments in the case, court documents filed Tuesday show.

The Estate, has made the following statement about Katherine Jackson’s request for money, from Michael’s fans, to fund a documentary about, remembering Michael.

PressHerald.com writes about how Wlllard Carrol outbid Michael for ‘The Wizard Of Oz’ memorabilia, at an auction 20 years ago, paying $80,000, for an hourglass.

They are according to Rolling Stone magazine “America’s black royal family.” Unlike most royal families their first four singles went to No 1 – Michael’s family.

Four jurors in the Jackson versus AEG Live lawsuit for wrongful death, said they feel cheated by the outcome, which they blame on a misleading verdict form.

Complex Magazine have published a list of ‘The 50 Best Pop Album Covers,’ of the last five years! ‘MICHAEL’ which was Michael’s first posthumous album is at #1.

This tribute to Michael was written just days after his passing; the lyrics include quotations from his songs, his memorial & the ‘This Is It’ press conference.

“Man In The Mirror” is undoubtedly one of the King of Pop’s greatest masterpieces, but you’ve never heard it this way before. Here are two versions to compare.

Brad Sundberg and Matt Forger ,who worked with Michael on his music for many years, will share their memories of Michael at an event in Florida on January 25 2014,

A California court in LA, has scheduled arguments next month for Michael’s former cardiologist, Conrad Murray to appeal his involuntary manslaughter conviction.

In Yokote, Japan, nattily dressed in white shirts and black hats a group of senior women are doing zombie moves, in cool unison to Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller.’

Nelson Mandela’s death has brought with it many memories, one of which is the tribute that great man made to Michael, describing him as “part of Our Family”.

Patrick Treacy has kindly shared this story with us about the moment he spoke on the phone to Nelson Madiba Mandela and Michael Jackson’s reaction and comment!

Spike Lee spoke about collaborating with Michael at TedX Brooklyn, saying he learned that working with talented people means knowing when to relinquish control.

The co-executors of Michael’s Estate John Branca & John McClain have paid tribute to Nelson Mandela, who was an inspiration to Michael & whom he admired deeply.

The very sad news of the death of Michael’s friend, Nelson Mandela, has been announced this evening, he passed away peacefully within the comfort of his family.

Michael’s mother Katherine is seeking a retrial against tour promoters AEG Live, who were found not liable over the pop icon’s 2009 death, court documents show.

Justin Timberlake paid tribute to Michael, at his 20/20 Experience Tour concert in LA at the Staples Center, by singing ‘Human Nature,’ and the crowd went wild.

SF Weekly has reported that, according to Forbes, the World’s Actual Highest-Paid Musician Is …. deceased Michael Jackson, with gross earnings of $160million.

Spectacular illustrations have come to light for some of the designs by Zaldy for the ‘This Is It’ concerts Michael was to undertake at the O2 Arena, in London.

November 1982 ‘Thriller’ was released. It spent 190 weeks on the UK album chart & is the biggest selling pop album of all time with over 50 million copies sold.

We have footage for you, hopefully it will make you smile of a full grown walrus who dances in time to Michael’s music. Click on this link and see for yourself!

The Daily Mail have published an article about the making of ‘Thriller’ & the video & Michael’s distress when he first heard the original pressing of the record

31 years ago, on Nov 30, Michael Jackson’s colossal album ‘Thriller’ was released. Eddie Van Halen collaborated with him on the album’s third single, ‘Beat It.’

Queen members Brian May & Roger Taylor confirm that undiscovered recordings by Freddie including 1983 collaborations with Michael are being finished by the band.

We saw Ola Ray when she was Michael’s girlfriend in the fantastic ‘Thriller’ video. What few people remember is her appearance in a jheri curl hair commercial!!

New Indian Express.com published an article on the influence of Michael’s music since his death over four years ago. Here are sections for you to read & enjoy!!

Arsenal Footballer Mesut Ozil, claims he’s inspired by Michael Jackson and by Michael Jordan, he’s a German footballer, who also plays the German National Team.

At this year’s Soul Train Awards, Cirque Du Soleil performed a selection from their groundbreaking show Michael Jackson ONE to great applause from the audience.

411 mania.com has listed their top five music acts of the 1980s, and of course, Michael Jackson is their Number One, with Madonna following him at Number Two!!!

On December 1st 20 years ago, Michael released ‘Gone Too Soon’ to honour Ryan White, a young victim of AIDS. Take a moment to honour those fighting the disease.

Michael’s recording engineer’s book ‘The Bruce Swedien Recording Method,’ is full of the legendary engineer’s wisdom – a great read for engineers & audiophiles.

The Star Online have published an exclusive about the lesser known facts on Michael’s iconic, inspired album ‘Thriller,’ which was released 31 years ago today!!

Earlier in November Katherine Jackson’s lawyers announced a special showing of ‘This Is It.’ Michael’s Estate have now clarified whether this event took place.

In Angelica Huston’s autobiography she writes of dreaming about Michael and starring with him in Disney’s ‘Captain EO’ as an evil witch from a faraway planet.

NME readers voted on their ‘30 Greatest Music Videos of All Time’ & Michael’s ‘Thriller’ was voted at Number 2!! It was 30 years ago, when his video premiered!!

Mary J Blige was so in love with Michael Jackson when she was growing up she thought they would marry. Even now at 42 she can remember the depth of her feelings.

Howard Weitzman, lawyer for The Estate of Michael Jackson, has written to Conrad Murray warning him to to Cease and Desist speaking about Michael to the Press.

Yareah.com has a very interesting article on some of the best known celebrities’ views on Hollywood and how it affects famous people in so many different ways.