Michael Jackson Dead - 2009

Michael Jackson Memorabilia Slideshow

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:27:15 +0000

Check out a neat slidshow of some of Michael Jackson’s stuff which includes a life-sized replica of Darth Vader made entirely of LEGOs over a steel frame.

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/31555519/from/ET/?beginSlide=1

Sony Comments on the Passing of Michael Jackson

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 09:02:56 +0000

NEW YORK, NY – June 25, 2009 – Michael Jackson, one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all-time, leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture.

Commenting on his passing, Sir Howard Stringer, Chairman, CEO and President, Sony Corporation, said: “Michael Jackson was a brilliant troubadour for his generation, a genius whose music reflected the passion and creativity of an era. His artistry and magnetism changed the music landscape forever. We have been profoundly affected by his originality, creativity and amazing body of work. The entire Sony family extends our deepest condolences to his family and to the millions of fans around the world who loved him.”

Rolf Schmidt-Holtz, CEO, Sony Music Entertainment, said: “Michael Jackson’s unsurpassed artistry and beloved music brought joy to every corner of the world. We join today with his millions of fans in expressing our profound sadness and we offer our deepest condolences to his family and loved ones. It was a true privilege for all of us in the Sony Music family to work with one of the most talented superstars in the history of music. We will miss him greatly.”

Martin Bandier, Chairman & CEO of Sony/ATV Music Publishing, said: “Michael was the kind of amazing talent that comes along once in a lifetime. He was an incredible recording artist, an insightful businessman, an unmatched performer, and a true icon. To all of us at Sony/ATV Music Publishing, he was also a trusted and passionate partner, who was very proud of our accomplishments. He will be dearly missed. We wish his children and entire family our deepest condolences.”

Five of Jackson’s solo albums – “Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” “Bad,” “Dangerous” and “HIStory,” all with Epic Records, a Sony Music label – are among the top-sellers of all time. During his extraordinary career, he sold an estimated 750 million records worldwide, released 13 No.1 singles and became one of a handful of artists to be inducted twice into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Guinness Book of World Records recognized Jackson as the Most Successful Entertainer of All Time and “Thriller” as the Biggest Selling Album of All Time. Jackson won 13 Grammy Awards and received the American Music Award’s Artist of the Century Award.

Michael Jackson started in the music business at the age of 11 with his brothers as a member of the Jackson 5. In the early 1980s, he defined the art form of music video with such ground-breaking videos as “Billie Jean,” “Beat It” and the epic “Thriller.” Jackson’s sound, style and dance moves inspired subsequent generations of pop, soul, R&B and hip-hop artists.

Quotes About Michael Jackson’s Death

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:31:54 +0000

“For Michael to be taken away from us so suddenly at such a young age, I just don’t have the words…He was the consummate entertainer and his contributions and legacy will be felt upon the world forever. I’ve lost my little brother today, and part of my soul has gone with him.” – Quincy Jones

“I can’t stop crying over the sad news. The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever!” – Madonna

“I was so excited to see his show in London. We were going to be on tour in Europe at the same time and I was going to fly in to see him. He has been an inspiration throughout my entire life and I’m devastated he’s gone!” – Britney Spears

“I am so very sad and confused with every emotion possible. I am heartbroken for his children, who I know were everything to him, and for his family” – Lisa Marie Presley

“Michael Jackson was extraordinary. When we worked together on Bad, I was in awe of his absolute mastery of movement on the one hand, and of the music on the other,” he said.

“Every step he took was absolutely precise and fluid at the same time. It was like watching quicksilver in motion.

“He was wonderful to work with, an absolute professional at all times, and – it really goes without saying – a true artist. It will be a while before I can get used to the idea that he’s no longer with us.”

“Michael Jackson was extraordinary. When we worked together on Bad, I was in awe of his absolute mastery of movement on the one hand, and of the music on the other…Every step he took was absolutely precise and fluid at the same time. It was like watching quicksilver in motion.

He was wonderful to work with, an absolute professional at all times, and – it really goes without saying – a true artist. It will be a while before I can get used to the idea that he’s no longer with us.” – Martin Scorsese

“It seemed to me that his internal essence was at war with the norms of the world. It’s as if he was trying to defy gravity,” – Michael Levine (Hollywood publicist who represented Jackson in the early 90s)

“Michael was a friend and undoubtedly one of the world’s greatest entertainers that I fortunately had the pleasure of working with. … We have lost an icon in our industry.” – Dionne Warwick

I’ll continue to add to this, but if you have any you’d like to share, please leave a comment with the quote and who said it. Thanks.

Michael Jackson Dies at Age 50

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 01:06:46 +0000

Michael Jackson died on June 25, 2009 at UCLA Medical Center in Los Angeles. The details surrounding Michael Jackson’s death are not entirely clear. Jackson wasn’t breathing when the paramedics arrived around 12:30 pm. They performed CPR and took him to the hospital.

R.I.P. Michael Jackson || August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009