mjforever said:

Can someone who actually went to the show give us their view because to me, judging by different clips that i have seen so far, doesn't look that good. In fact, it looks like a cheap tribute to MJ, filled with things that makes it look like a mess. Maybe i'm wrong but i'm kind of disappointed by what i have seen so far.

Me too, increasing towards 99.9% certain. Too much evidence & fishy facts, like the length of the body and the coffin, among others. Just the fact that this woman has been threatened in her house and intimidated to shut up says it all.

Thanks for posting.

And let's hope he's safe wherever he is...

suga10 said:

I stand by the hoax theory

[Edited 10/3/11 4:16am]

Oct 03, 2011

Michael Jackson album 'Immortal' out Nov. 21

Shown is the cover of the album/CD called Michael Jackson 'Immortal,' out Nov. 21.

CAPTION

Epic Records

A new Michael Jackson album is on the way.

Epic Records in conjunction with the Estate of Michael Jackson will release Immortal on Nov. 21. Described as a musical tapestry for Cirque du Soleil's Michael Jackson The Immortal World Tour, which kicked off last night in Montreal, the album features redesigned versions of Jackson's hits, mashups and never-before-heard outtakes including an alternate take on the Jackson 5's ABC and a choir that Jackson recorded for They Don't Really Care About Us. Immortal will be released as both a deluxe double disc version and single disc.

MJ CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PREMIERE
Pole Dancing, Moonwalking, Zombies

Katherine Jackson To Skip Dr.Conrad Murray’s Trial Monday

Posted on Oct 03, 2011 @ 02:45AM

Landov

By Radar Staff

Katherine Jackson will not attend Monday’s session of the trial of Dr. Conrad Murray, who’s charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of her son Michael.

Ms. Jackson left Los Angeles for Canada with Michael’s three children, Paris, Prince and Blanket, during the weekend to attend Sunday's premiere of Cirque du Soleil's "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" in Montreal.

Conrad Murray Trial Recap...On Arrival

A source close to the Jackson family told CNN the matriarch of the Jackson family would not return to the trial at least until October 10, since she will also travel to Cardiff, Wales, for a tribute concert for her late son.

I saw the Immortal Show last night in Montreal. By pure coincidence, the entire Jackson family sat two rows behind me in a VIP Box. I saw Prince, Blanket, and Paris. Along with Jermaine's kids and also Katherine. Quite the experience. I kept looking back to see their reactions.

The show wasn't a conventional Cirque. It was more like an extension of what the This Is It concert would've been like. But don't get me wrong, there were many elements of Cirque.

It was over the top, but in a good way because that's how MJ would've done it. The show started with "Working Day and Night" and ended with "Man In The Mirror". It got emotional with the songs Childhood and I'll Be There.

The music was done very well. There were elements of remixing, acapaellas, etc. For instance, Bad and State of Shock were mixed in together. But like I said, it was mixed in well. I liked that.

Those is like a conventional Cirque, may not like this. There was a lot of dancing. But this was an amazing show. It even had fireworks at the end.

Any questions...?

Derek1984 said:

I saw the Immortal Show last night in Montreal. By pure coincidence, the entire Jackson family sat two rows behind me in a VIP Box. I saw Prince, Blanket, and Paris. Along with Jermaine's kids and also Katherine. Quite the experience. I kept looking back to see their reactions.

The show wasn't a conventional Cirque. It was more like an extension of what the This Is It concert would've been like. But don't get me wrong, there were many elements of Cirque.

It was over the top, but in a good way because that's how MJ would've done it. The show started with "Working Day and Night" and ended with "Man In The Mirror". It got emotional with the songs Childhood and I'll Be There.

The music was done very well. There were elements of remixing, acapaellas, etc. For instance, Bad and State of Shock were mixed in together. But like I said, it was mixed in well. I liked that.

Those is like a conventional Cirque, may not like this. There was a lot of dancing. But this was an amazing show. It even had fireworks at the end.

Any questions...?

Yes. How did MJ's family react to the show? Also, were the dancers dressed like MJ and doing all the classic moves? How did they work in the trapeze, acrobatics, and other circus elements with classic MJ show elements?

http://www.michaeljackson.com/us/news/announcing-new-album-immortal

Announcing the New Album IMMORTAL

EPIC RECORDS SET TO RELEASE IMMORTAL THE NEW
ALBUM FROM MICHAEL JACKSON ON NOVEMBER 21

A MUSIC TAPESTRY FOR THE CIRQUE DU SOLEIL SHOW
MICHAEL JACKSON THE IMMORTAL WORLD TOUR
KICKING OFF LAST NIGHT

EXPERIENCE IMMORTAL AT MICHAELJACKSON.COM

New York, NY – On November 21, Epic Records in conjunction with the Estate of Michael Jackson, will release IMMORTAL– the highly anticipated musical tapestry for Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour. IMMORTAL will be released as both a deluxe double disc version and single disc.

Led by esteemed musical designer, Kevin Antunes (Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Madonna) IMMORTAL takes a fresh, creative approach in redesigning and reimagining more than 40 of Michael Jackson’s greatest original recordings into a compilation that allows listeners to experience his music in an entirely new way. After spending a year in the studio working with Michael’s original multi-track master recordings, Kevin created IMMORTAL which offers listeners a new soundscape to Michael’s artistry while preserving the power and familiarity of his unparalleled voice and his legendary tracks.

Kevin Antunes comments, “Michael's legacy as the greatest entertainer of our lifetime is inspiring beyond words. It was clear from the start that Michael's voice and overall musical essence was the sole/soul source of creative energy driving the project. From the studio to the stage, there's an undeniable integrity and resolute truth in Michael's vocal performances that are highlighted in the Immortal arrangements. It was built with love and respect for Michael's music, his family, and his millions of fans around the world.”

IMMORTAL is sure to touch the hearts of passionate Michael fans as the album unfolds his musical legacy with redesigned versions of his hits, electrifying mashups and newly discovered outtakes fans have never heard before including an alternate take on the Jackson 5’s “ABC” and a choir that Michael recorded for “They Don’t Really Care About Us.”

To pre-order IMMORTAL, and view footage from Michael Jackson The IMMORTAL World Tour please visit www.MichaelJackson.com.

The North American leg of Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour kicked off last night in Montreal, and will include an extended stay in Las Vegas in December. The epic show, which was written and directed by Jamie King - the leading concert director in pop music today –, is a riveting fusion of Michael Jackson music, choreography and Cirque du Soleil creativity that offers fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture.

IMMORTAL DELUXE ALBUM TRACKLISTING:
1. Working Day and Night (Immortal Version)
2. The Immortal Intro (Immortal Version)
3. Childhood (Immortal Version)
4. Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ (Immortal Version)
5. Shake Your Body Down To The Ground (Immortal Version)
6. Dancing Machine/Blame It On The Boogie (Immortal Version)
7. Ben (Immortal Version)
8. This Place Hotel/Smooth Criminal/Dangerous (Immortal Version)
9. The Mime Segment: I Like The Way/Speed Demon/Another Part Of Me (Immortal Version)
10. J5 Medley: I Want You Back/ABC/The Love You Save (Immortal Version)
11. Human Nature/Speechless (Immortal Version)
12. Is It Scary/Thriller/Ghost/Somebody’s Watching Me/Threatened (Immortal Version)
13. You Are Not Alone/I Just Can’t Stop Loving You (Immortal Version)
14. Beat It/Jam/State Of Shock (Immortal Version)
15. Earth Song/Planet Earth (Immortal Version)
16. Scream/Little Susie (Immortal Version)
17. Gone Too Soon (Immortal Version)
18. They Don’t Care About Us (Immortal Version)
19. I’ll Be There (Immortal Version)
20. Immortal Megamix: Can You Feel It/Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough/Billie Jean/Black Or White (Immortal Version)
21. Man In The Mirror (Immortal Version)
22. Remember The Time/Bad (Immortal Version)

IMMORTAL SINGLE ALBUM TRACKLISTING:
1. Working Day and Night (Immortal Version)
2. The Immortal Intro (Immortal Version)
3. Childhood (Immortal Version)
4. Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ (Immortal Version)
5. Dancing Machine/Blame It On The Boogie (Immortal Version)
6. This Place Hotel/Smooth Criminal/Dangerous (Immortal Version)
7. J5 Medley: I Want You Back/ABC/The Love You Save (Immortal Version)
8. Human Nature/Speechless (Immortal Version)
9. Is It Scary/Thriller/Ghost/Somebody’s Watching Me/Threatened (Immortal Version)
10. You Are Not Alone/I Just Can’t Stop Loving You (Immortal Version)
11. Beat It/Jam/State Of Shock (Immortal Version)
12. Earth Song/Planet Earth (Immortal Version)
13. They Don’t Care About Us (Immortal Version)
14. Immortal Megamix: Can You Feel It/Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough/Billie Jean/Black Or White (Immortal Version)
15. Man In The Mirror (Immortal Version)

From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is a major Québec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. The company has 5,000 employees, including more than 1,400 artists from more than 50 different countries. Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to more than 100 million spectators in more than 300 cities on six continents. In 2011, Cirque du Soleil will present simultaneously 22 different shows around the world. For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visitwww.cirquedusoleil.com.

I'm thinking about seeing the show now. LA's shows are January 27-29th.

suga10 said:

I stand by the hoax theory

This makes no sense to me. Who did they do the autopsy on? How could so many people, paramedics, doctors at the hospital get fooled into thinking it was MJ? If he's abducted, how does he manage to release the secretly taped material, Best of Joy, that she's refering to as him trying to reach out for help? And what would anyone gain from abducting him?

[Edited 10/3/11 13:12pm]

Sharon Sidney, whatever.

purplethunder3121 said:

Derek1984 said:

I saw the Immortal Show last night in Montreal. By pure coincidence, the entire Jackson family sat two rows behind me in a VIP Box. I saw Prince, Blanket, and Paris. Along with Jermaine's kids and also Katherine. Quite the experience. I kept looking back to see their reactions.

The show wasn't a conventional Cirque. It was more like an extension of what the This Is It concert would've been like. But don't get me wrong, there were many elements of Cirque.

It was over the top, but in a good way because that's how MJ would've done it. The show started with "Working Day and Night" and ended with "Man In The Mirror". It got emotional with the songs Childhood and I'll Be There.

The music was done very well. There were elements of remixing, acapaellas, etc. For instance, Bad and State of Shock were mixed in together. But like I said, it was mixed in well. I liked that.

Those is like a conventional Cirque, may not like this. There was a lot of dancing. But this was an amazing show. It even had fireworks at the end.

Any questions...?

Yes. How did MJ's family react to the show? Also, were the dancers dressed like MJ and doing all the classic moves? How did they work in the trapeze, acrobatics, and other circus elements with classic MJ show elements?

The kids gave a standing ovation after the show... Everybody in the place did. They seemed to enjoy it. I just didn't want to stare too much. When Childhood was played at the beginning, it was emotional.

A lot of the costumes had lights. Human Nature was one of my favorite performances. That had acrobatics with lights on them while the stage was set for night with stars.

They Don't Care About Us had the robots dancing just like in This Is It... They also lit up with peace signs and hearts lit up on their chests.

The "main dancer" of the show was a guy that was just incredible. Unbelievable. He was dressed in sliver glitter with a cap. At the end, he grabbed a glove while Man In The Mirror was playing... The room was dark and the light was on the glove, similar to a MJ concert.

More is coming back to me from the night... Any other questions let me know

Derek1984 said:

purplethunder3121 said:

Yes. How did MJ's family react to the show? Also, were the dancers dressed like MJ and doing all the classic moves? How did they work in the trapeze, acrobatics, and other circus elements with classic MJ show elements?

The kids gave a standing ovation after the show... Everybody in the place did. They seemed to enjoy it. I just didn't want to stare too much. When Childhood was played at the beginning, it was emotional.

A lot of the costumes had lights. Human Nature was one of my favorite performances. That had acrobatics with lights on them while the stage was set for night with stars.

They Don't Care About Us had the robots dancing just like in This Is It... They also lit up with peace signs and hearts lit up on their chests.

The "main dancer" of the show was a guy that was just incredible. Unbelievable. He was dressed in sliver glitter with a cap. At the end, he grabbed a glove while Man In The Mirror was playing... The room was dark and the light was on the glove, similar to a MJ concert.

More is coming back to me from the night... Any other questions let me know

I've been to one Cirque show--years ago. I was really curious whether this show focused mainly on MJ dancers or did they have people doing acrobatics, trapeze, and rope performances in the background of the dancers? It sounds like a show I might actually enjoy--even if over the top--if it was done in a tasteful manner as a true tribute to Michael. I did enjoy the one Cirque show that I saw.

dag said:

suga10 said:

I stand by the hoax theory

This makes no sense to me. Who did they do the autopsy on? How could so many people, paramedics, doctors at the hospital get fooled into thinking it was MJ? If he's abducted, how does he manage to release the secretly taped material, Best of Joy, that she's refering to as him trying to reach out for help? And what would anyone gain from abducting him?

[Edited 10/3/11 13:12pm]

purplethunder3121 said:

Derek1984 said:

The kids gave a standing ovation after the show... Everybody in the place did. They seemed to enjoy it. I just didn't want to stare too much. When Childhood was played at the beginning, it was emotional.

A lot of the costumes had lights. Human Nature was one of my favorite performances. That had acrobatics with lights on them while the stage was set for night with stars.

They Don't Care About Us had the robots dancing just like in This Is It... They also lit up with peace signs and hearts lit up on their chests.

The "main dancer" of the show was a guy that was just incredible. Unbelievable. He was dressed in sliver glitter with a cap. At the end, he grabbed a glove while Man In The Mirror was playing... The room was dark and the light was on the glove, similar to a MJ concert.

More is coming back to me from the night... Any other questions let me know

I've been to one Cirque show--years ago. I was really curious whether this show focused mainly on MJ dancers or did they have people doing acrobatics, trapeze, and rope performances in the background of the dancers? It sounds like a show I might actually enjoy--even if over the top--if it was done in a tasteful manner as a true tribute to Michael. I did enjoy the one Cirque show that I saw.

There were some acrobatics and trapeze. Don't remember anything on ropes. I would say there was much more dancing though. It definitely was a true tribute to Michael and tastefully done.

Come to think of it, I Just Can't Stop Loving You was all acrobatics and trapeze with a male and female. Some of the song was the Spanish version.

Derek1984 said:

purplethunder3121 said:

I've been to one Cirque show--years ago. I was really curious whether this show focused mainly on MJ dancers or did they have people doing acrobatics, trapeze, and rope performances in the background of the dancers? It sounds like a show I might actually enjoy--even if over the top--if it was done in a tasteful manner as a true tribute to Michael. I did enjoy the one Cirque show that I saw.

There were some acrobatics and trapeze. Don't remember anything on ropes. I would say there was much more dancing though. It definitely was a true tribute to Michael and tastefully done.

Come to think of it, I Just Can't Stop Loving You was all acrobatics and trapeze with a male and female. Some of the song was the Spanish version.

From your description it sounds like something that I might enjoy if I have the opportunity to see it. Thanks for answering my questions and sharing your experience.

Derek1984 said:

purplethunder3121 said:

I've been to one Cirque show--years ago. I was really curious whether this show focused mainly on MJ dancers or did they have people doing acrobatics, trapeze, and rope performances in the background of the dancers? It sounds like a show I might actually enjoy--even if over the top--if it was done in a tasteful manner as a true tribute to Michael. I did enjoy the one Cirque show that I saw.

There were some acrobatics and trapeze. Don't remember anything on ropes. I would say there was much more dancing though. It definitely was a true tribute to Michael and tastefully done.

Come to think of it, I Just Can't Stop Loving You was all acrobatics and trapeze with a male and female. Some of the song was the Spanish version.

What about MJ holograms? They made a big deal about the show using MJ holograms or something. Was there any of that?

I guess in my head..I pictured there being a point in the show where it would look like via a hologram MJ was really there with the dancers.

Anything like that?

HOAX

So are we meant to belive that if MJ pulled a hoax - not only did inflict unbelievable pain and suffering on his family, friends, and fans worldwide, he also committed fraud by benefiting financially from his death and NOW he is going to let an "INNOCENT" man be tried and go to jail for his "fake" death?

Come on, now.

OMG I didn't even think about the premiere being in Montreal or the family attending, SHIT!!!! I could have gone, I'm only a few hours away! Still going for a closer one though and can't wait

Swa said:

HOAX

So are we meant to belive that if MJ pulled a hoax - not only did inflict unbelievable pain and suffering on his family, friends, and fans worldwide, he also committed fraud by benefiting financially from his death and NOW he is going to let an "INNOCENT" man be tried and go to jail for his "fake" death?

Come on, now.

I know right? People got shit fucking twisted...

The hoax theory is crazy, though sometimes I can see why they turn to it. It all does feel like a big joke or movie

alphastreet said:

The hoax theory is crazy, though sometimes I can see why they turn to it. It all does feel like a big joke or movie

I think the "believers" make it a bigger joke than it already is. They'll go on in 2019 saying he's alive. Watch.

Derek1984 said:

I saw the Immortal Show last night in Montreal. By pure coincidence, the entire Jackson family sat two rows behind me in a VIP Box. I saw Prince, Blanket, and Paris. Along with Jermaine's kids and also Katherine. Quite the experience. I kept looking back to see their reactions.

The show wasn't a conventional Cirque. It was more like an extension of what the This Is It concert would've been like. But don't get me wrong, there were many elements of Cirque.

It was over the top, but in a good way because that's how MJ would've done it. The show started with "Working Day and Night" and ended with "Man In The Mirror". It got emotional with the songs Childhood and I'll Be There.

The music was done very well. There were elements of remixing, acapaellas, etc. For instance, Bad and State of Shock were mixed in together. But like I said, it was mixed in well. I liked that.

Those is like a conventional Cirque, may not like this. There was a lot of dancing. But this was an amazing show. It even had fireworks at the end.

Any questions...?

Thanks for this review. Sounds as fantastic as it better be. I'm going in a little less than 2 weeks. I just recently bought my tickets and paid a mint, for the price you'd think MJ was really going to be there. I almost had to slap myself. But I'm looking forward to having a really good time. Sounds as if you enjoyed yourself. How long did it last?

Timmy84 said:

alphastreet said:

The hoax theory is crazy, though sometimes I can see why they turn to it. It all does feel like a big joke or movie

I think the "believers" make it a bigger joke than it already is. They'll go on in 2019 saying he's alive. Watch.

With the current trial, the hoax theory is even more surreal. What is MJ gonna do next--pull a reappearance like Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn? He attended his own funeral? Let's get real, people!

[Edited 10/3/11 22:05pm]

They said the judge in the trial looks like the dude on the screens in the Scream video

I think at this point it's an insult to his family to even suggest he would do it. I always said that, though at times, a few things made me wonder too if it was though I recognized at the same time it was happening to keep me from feeling sad. I think most who believe it are channeling their denial in an unhealthy way. Even if he was faking it, there is no way in hell he would reveal himself and lose the respect he has re-gained, yet some still believe he will tour again if he comes back.

I still laugh when the Hoax "believers" said for certain MJ would come back in July 2011.... um no.

Now they say - oh wait for the Tribute concert - uh huh.

Like all conspiracy theories, they are entertaining house of cards.

I made a bet with someone over July 2011 just for kicks, but called it off cause it was too silly.

Oh and he'll come back on verdict day, that's if he's not doing a cirque show that night

They were not fooled, they are corrupt [or were corrupted]. There are various means to do this. Quite common in our world, sadly.

dag said:

suga10 said:

I stand by the hoax theory

This makes no sense to me. Who did they do the autopsy on? How could so many people, paramedics, doctors at the hospital get fooled into thinking it was MJ? If he's abducted, how does he manage to release the secretly taped material, Best of Joy, that she's refering to as him trying to reach out for help? And what would anyone gain from abducting him?

[Edited 10/3/11 13:12pm]

The family and close friends/associates are on it/prescient of course [at least that's what I believe is the most obvious scenario].

Swa said:

HOAX

So are we meant to belive that if MJ pulled a hoax - not only did inflict unbelievable pain and suffering on his family, friends, and fans worldwide, he also committed fraud by benefiting financially from his death and NOW he is going to let an "INNOCENT" man be tried and go to jail for his "fake" death?

Come on, now.

I have a hard time imagining the word 'real' or concept of 'reality' being part of MJ's vocabulary...

purplethunder3121 said:

Timmy84 said:

I think the "believers" make it a bigger joke than it already is. They'll go on in 2019 saying he's alive. Watch.

With the current trial, the hoax theory is even more surreal. What is MJ gonna do next--pull a reappearance like Tom Sawyer and Huckleberry Finn? He attended his own funeral? Let's get real, people!

[Edited 10/3/11 22:05pm]

There ARE fans that believe he was there...and at wherever We Are The World 25 was performed