daPrettyman said:

I gotta catch the rerun in about an hour, I ran into some old friends.

Timmy84 said:

yeah and don't forget i think randy will be apart of any futur music they do as well

bboy87 said:

lol i know

La Toya Jackson Wants Simon Cowell's Seat
Posted Jan 18th 2010 12:30AM by TMZ Staff

La Toya Jackson is next in line to fill Simon Cowell's shoes on "American Idol" -- that's if La Toya Jackson has anything to do with it.

We're told MJ's sister and former "Idol" producer Nigel Lythgoe cozied up at a housewarming party for Kathy Hilton in Bel Air recently -- before Simon broke his big news -- and the topic came up of La Toya possibly guest-judging on the show.

But now that Simon's out of the picture, La Toya wants more.

We spoke to her and she tells TMZ: "I would LOVE to be a judge on 'American Idol.' I would love to have a chance for the public get to know the real me. I would be thrilled."

In other news: there's a "real" La Toya Jackson.

mimi07 said:

She would do better by asking for Paula's old seat.

LittleBLUECorvette said:

you missed Brandi, son.....

daPrettyman said:

Jimmy Jam played a snippet of a melody that sounded a whole lot more mature than the 123-Jackson Dynasty spot they were rehearsing earlier in the program. I didn't say that Jimmy and Terry played their track.

That was the last episode? Maybe A&E is trying to entice them to do another season.

babynoz said:

I didn't say u did. I agree that the Jimmy and Terry song was so much more mature than that "Jackson Family Dynasty". I don't know why, but I don't like songs that tell a "history" or anything like that. Especially if u are talking about ur own family history. It's a bit too cliche for me.

carlcranshaw said:

U know the crazy thing is, I don't recall seeing a television in either of their homes. Maybe they have a tv room or something because they didn't appear in the "living room" like most people have.

I didn't see this posted: http://concreteloop.com/2...ers-gotham




Janet Jackson covers the new issue of Gotham, and she speaks on New York, her new book, her new album, her New Year’s resolutions and, of course, Michael’s death.

On what she’s taken from Michael’s death:
“When you hear people say life goes on, it’s really the truth. You can’t stop living. It becomes a part of you. I feel a bit selfish because there are times I feel I shouldn’t be doing this, but I enjoy my work and I have to keep doing it. I have to keep my life going. There are days that are harder than others.”

On her New Year’s resolutions:
“I want to learn a language. I haven’t decided which, but it’s between French, Spanish and Italian. I also want to get closer to God.”

On her new album:
“It’s going to be a little different. The writing is about life experiences. There’s a part of me that’s craving escapism, which is a sense of wanting to keep on moving with my work but also of coming to terms with reality. So I think it will be upbeat and light.”

On her new book:
“I hope it’s inspiring for all ages. I’m talking about weight loss
, confidence, self-esteem—especially in your youth. It’s not an autobiography, but there are little anecdotes that I give here and there from my childhood all the way to the present that I thought would be interesting and helpful to share.”

On what she loves about New York:
“Everything. I love the energy–the creative energy. I’ve been here for 12 years and I will be here for the rest of my life.”

bboy87 said:

I caught her and Marlon's kids.

bboy87 said:

I thought her name was Brittany. Anyway, he was cute. Loved it when he told his granddaddy, "You're a good cutter". It was too cute!

mimi07 said:

um, hello? they've had what, 20+ years to 'prove' to their 'fans' that they could carry on w/o the heart and soul of the group. notwithstanding the complete contradiction inherent in your statement, if these guys were into their 'music' as opposed to the trappings of fame they would have long been carrying on w/o mj. they released an album w/o mj (for the most part) years ago that went pretty much nowhere. so they gave up. this newfound interest in the j4 is transitory and will die as soon as mj's estate releases his final recordings. though harsh, sleepyq is right.

kibbles said:

The Jacksons have been tryin' for years to put music out, this wasn't the first time, (and damn sure won't be the last.)

LittleBLUECorvette said:

I still don't understand why they just can't work with Jam and Lewis and write some songs. They seem to have the budget for it. They don't really need a record company. I don't get the problem?! Maybe it's an ego thing?

That last episode was so depressing , I was about to get pissed because I wasn't sure if they was letting the cameras into the place (burial site) but it's sad though. Too bad nobody in the group was able to achieve great solo success maybe not near Michael staus but at least Janet staus. Yeah I know Jermaine had his solo career but not enough to carry the group. It really show they can't do nothing without Michael. Sad

babybugz said:

A lot of that is because MJ was "pushed" into the limelite as the "star" (which he was). The interesting thing is that all of the brothers sang lead well enough to handle some songs.

I think with the right song, they can have the HIT they want. The hard part would be marketing it.

daPrettyman said:

To appeal to a New Audience???Not without Michael they not.
[Edited 1/18/10 11:48am]

daPrettyman said:

The problem was Jackie (at least this time and somewhat Marlon's.) Who knows who didn't want to do it the other times they tried to get a Jacksons alum out.


-1994
-1996
-1998
-2001
-2004 or 2005
-2007
-2009

I believe Jacksons albums were all talked about at these times, but nothin' ever came, the closest being in 1996 and 1998.

They better off helping the New Generation of Jacksons , they might do good with that. As far as the old generation I think it's a wrap , if they looking for Mainstream success it will be anyway.

babybugz said:

Yes. They would have to try to market a bunch of 50 year olds to a bunch of 20-somethings. That's extremely hard. Not to mention, their older audience probably wouldn't buy it because most older people don't buy music. The people around here are the exception.

daPrettyman said:

I'm in the 20 somethings and trust nobody checking for them unless michael is part of it lol.I'm not throwing no shade at them at all i'm a fan of them but i'm being realistic here.

daPrettyman said:

I think cliche is a good word for it. Another thing that struck me about the brothers is the contrast between their work ethic and that of Michael or Janet. They kind of act like they think success should just fall into their lap simply because their name is Jackson whereas MJ and Janet don't give that impression.

Egos and mistrust is there too. If they could get over themselves they have the talent to produce some good songs with Jam and Lewis. Winning over the clueless music consumers of today is a whole 'nother issue, LOL!

babybugz said:

I getcha.

babynoz said:

I notice that too probably another reason why their solo careers didn't work out because they didn't have the drive for it or wanted to put in the hard work who knows.
[Edited 1/18/10 12:17pm]

babynoz said:

U are so right. I agree with Terry's statement last night. The guys seem to all have different agendas. Tito and Jermaine are out to make some quick money. Marlon is along for the ride and Jackie seems to be about the spotlight being on his songwriting or something.

daPrettyman said:

Yeah I want them to do good but I wished they would have started something when michael left the group for good .Started a different version of the jacksons and continue I know they kind of did that with "2300" but eh.

babybugz said:

You know, they have enough kids that they could suit up and add as a 5th member (if they have the voice and talent).

daPrettyman said:

Enough kids? you mean their offspring ?..They better off making a NEW group with their nephews instead of adding their nephews to the group
[Edited 1/18/10 12:44pm]