Quincy Jones sues Michael Jackson's estate

Producer claims he is owed at least $10m on royalties from music he co-wrote used in films and shows since singer's death

http://www.theguardian.co...son-estate

Scorp said:

Astasheiks said:

Before MJ died does anyone know if he have a team of lawyers that would make people take down videos of them covering his songs like Prince does???

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Top iTunes albums now (USA):

#133 The Essential Michael Jackson
#184 Thriller
#248 Number Ones

iTunes Videos Chart - USA (Michael Jackson)

2. Thriller

65. Thriller

78. Billie Jean

103. Smooth Criminal

105. Beat It

Metal Icons Reinvent Michael Jackson Classics For Tribute Album

Read more: http://www.tmz.com#ixzz2j0JIBdwB

CONRAD MURRAY

Freedom Means

BOOK, POSSIBLE REALITY SHOW

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oh my gaaaaaawwwd

they finally freed the man who was picked to be the world's greatest scapegoat

all time scapegoat.........

Sylvester Stallone presented an exhibition of his paintings in St. Petersburg.

Among his works is a portrait of Michael Jackson.

Mike's outie!

NaughtyKitty said:

#ATruthUntold

NaughtyKitty said:

Mike's outie!

Militant said:

#ATruthUntold

really... all that build up to tell us about cascio tracks... things we've known for 3 years now...

dm3857 said:

Militant said:

#ATruthUntold

really... all that build up to tell us about cascio tracks... things we've known for 3 years now...

LOL exactly. What a waste of time.

dm3857 said:

Militant said:

#ATruthUntold

really... all that build up to tell us about cascio tracks... things we've known for 3 years now...

We know, but the public doesn't know. And this video is only the beginning.

A strange concept, but some fun songs, like this one:

More links here:

http://www.blabbermouth.net/news/audio-guns-n-roses-motorhead-testament-ex-iron-maiden-members-pay-tribute-to-michael-jackson/

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My favorite song by Michael since the 90s

it always touches the soul

!!!!!!!!!!

Anything actually good going on in MJ land?

[Edited 11/3/13 8:27am]

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#1 in Books Biographies & Memoirs ( J ) > Jackson, Michael
Amazon USA 28, 29 May, 23 June + 2, 7 July 2013 (also an International Bestseller on Amazon)

Hailed as the criminal trial of the century. Two years of speculation in the media. Wall to wall media coverage from 2003 to 2005, 2000+ accredited journalists, yet the defence case was invisible. The public were bombarded with salacious prosecution focused media commentary.

On 13 June 2005 Michael Jackson was acquitted of 10 felony charges and 4 misdemeanours. Those disgruntled in the media, labelled the acquittal celebrity justice. If you want to find out the truth, start reading this book.

This is a unique book looking at the trial testimony. It provides an indepth look at the trial from the first day. It offers the reader an insight into the case that was not provided by the media coverage in 2005. This mini series shines a light on the defence case, and the trial testimony.

28 February 2005 was the first trial day.

Sample of book contents:
Volume: 28 February 2005
Introduction
Purpose of this Book
Disclaimer
Structure of this Book
Preliminary
Names Mentioned in Opening Statements
The Verdict – 13 June 2005
Chronologies
The Prosecution’s Chronology
The Defence’s Chronology
Documentaries Mentioned
Venues Mentioned in the Opening Statements
Statements / Press releases
6 February 2003
6 February 2003
12 February 2003
18 November 2003
18 December 2003
19 August 2004
13 January 2005
30 January 2005
Department of Children & Family Services
The Felony Complaint
Important Differences between the Felony Complaint and the Indictment
Dates of Alleged Molestation
How Many Times?
Abduction, False Imprisonment and Extortion
Intoxication
FBI Files Released 2009
Files Released
Who are the FBI?
Summary
Main
Day One – 28 February 2005
Chapter 1: The Indictment
Chapter 2: Judge’s Directions to the Jury
Chapter 3: The Prosecution’s Opening Statement
Mother in LA / Children at Neverland
The Bizarre Event
Bashir Documentary: Dialogue
Arvizo Family
Gavin’s Recovery
How Gavin Met Michael Jackson
Arvizos at Neverland
Michael Jackson Slept on the Floor
Timing of the Allegations
Public and Private Life
Neverland Ranch
Sneddon’s Explanation
Two-Storey Bedroom Suite
Magazines
Fingerprints
Alcohol Allegations
Star Arvizo
Prosecution Case – Star Arvizo
Dr Stanley Katz
Mr Feldman
Prosecution Case – Gavin Arvizo
Timing Revisited
Count 1
Marc Schaffel
Ronald Konitzer and Dieter Weizner
Frank Cascio / Tyson
Vinnie Amen / Black
Bashir Documentary
Miami, Florida
Chartered Flight
Back at Neverland
Prosecution Case – Janet Arvizo
Arvizos Leave Neverland
Janet Arvizo Leaves Neverland
Rebuttal Video – 19/20 February 2003
Department of Children & Family Services Interview – 20 February 2003
At the Calabasas Inn, Preparations for the Brazil Trip – 25 February to 2 March 2003
Back at Neverland – 2 March 2003
Janet Arvizo Leaves Neverland – 10 March 2003
The Arvizo Children Leave Neverland – 12 March 2003
Chapter 4: Author’s Comments
Was This a Joke?
Conspiracy
Imprisonment
Extortion
Alleged Co-conspirators
Timing
Department of Children & Family Services Interview – 20 February 2003
How Many Incidents?
What Star Saw
Missing Allegations or Details
Janet Arvizo’s Absences
Failure to Seek Help
Financial Issue
Father Figure
Why Neverland?
Toy Rooms
The Size of the Arvizo Boys
Layout: Michael Jackson’s Two-Storey Bedroom Suite
Evidence of Employees
Dr Katz
The Mother’s Credibility
Watching the Bashir Documentary
Sexually Explicit Magazines
The Urine Test – 10 February 2003
Misinformation
Timing of Search and Arrest Warrants
Prosecution Case: Unbiased Investigation or Assumption?
Chapter 5: Part 1 – The Defence’s Opening Statement
Innocence
Behaviour
Organised Format
Who is Michael Jackson?
Neverland Ranch
How Michael Jackson Met the Arvizo Family
Michael Jackson’s Personality

USA
http://www.amazon.com/Mic...n+innocent

UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/M...n+innocent

Canada
http://www.amazon.ca/Mich...n+innocent

Germany
http://www.amazon.de/Mich...n+innocent

Brazil
http://www.amazon.com.br/...n+innocent

Italy
http://www.amazon.it/Mich...n+innocent

Spain
http://www.amazon.es/Mich...n+innocent

Actor Kevin Bacon and His Brother Michael Were Musically Inspired By Michael Jackson

Source: New York Daily News – By Marianne Garvey, Brian Niemietz, Lachlan Cartwright and Molly Friedman

Footloose’ star Kevin Bacon was almost the next King of Pop.

The Hollywood star’s sibling, Michael Bacon, tells Confidenti@l that in 1972 his little bro Kevin was less than six degrees from music superstardom.

“We actually did a demo, which I don’t have anymore, unfortunately,” Michael tells us. “I think we did 10 songs and Kevin was singing them all. We wrote some songs and covered some songs, and were going to make Kevin the next Michael Jackson. We had a plan. I remember pitching it to my publisher and he turned it down.”

Kevin, who was around 13 at the time, remembers his five siblings’ attempt to become a functional version of the Jackson 5.

“We were almost the same age, Michael [Jackson] and me,” says Kevin, who was born a month before MJ in 1958.

Despite Kevin and Michael Bacon being born nine years apart, they tell us Jackson was one artist they bonded over when they were growing up. There were others, of course.

“Michael introduced me to music when I was a tiny little boy,” says Kevin, citing bands like The Seeds and Big Brother and the Holding Company as groups his older brother turned him on to in the ’70s.

“He was bringing home ’60s rock records, and I was being exposed to them. The music was a little hard-edged and sophisticated for what might have been appropriate for my age range, and it turned out to be hugely influential.”

They never made it as a child act, but in 1995, Kevin and Michael began playing together again as the Bacon Brothers. They will release their sixth studio album, “36 Cents,” by the end of the year.

On Dec. 8, Kevin, Michael and other relatives will play a one-night-only performance under the name A Band Called Holmes at Murray Hill’s The Cutting Room, mixing covers and original songs. For now, there are no Michael Jackson tunes on the playlist.

“The Bacon Brothers used to do ‘I Want You Back,’ ” Michael says. “It’s not on the set list anymore.”

Teaching My Sons To Tap Dance With The Help of Michael Jackson

Source: Keveller – By Mayim Bialik

As a homeschooling family, our lives tend to be very flexible, and our “unschooling” tendencies mean our schooling style is also very flexible. Many families in our community have started signing their kids up for classes now that they are older; some classes are drop-off, some classes parents stay for.

Many families I know with daughters (homeschooling and not) sign them up for a lot of “arts” classes: dance, gymnastics, voice, etc. I took ballet, tap, jazz, and gymnastics in my youth and I love encouraging artistic expression for young girls.

However, I also think it’s as important for boys to take those kinds of classes as it is for girls to take LEGO Engineering (as my older son does), and intensive nature hikes and science classes, and I decided that I would teach my sons to tap dance this year so that they get a well-rounded education in the arts. I already teach them piano, but dance is another level of music I want them to start understanding.

I learned tap dancing for “Beaches” and I think it’s a beautiful form of dance, with a lot of interesting history, too. A friend of mine with a son my older son’s age agreed and we have decided to have me teach them to tap dance in my living room.

Mayim and Bette Midler in Beeches

In order to really seal the deal, I am incorporating watching videos of famous men dancing as part of the class. Why? Well, kids love technology and since I don’t show my boys TV or movies and we don’t even own an iPad at my house (their Dad has one which they of course love), I figured watching some videos might up the fun factor. And I want them to see famous male dancers.

I showed them Fred Astaire, both with and without Ginger Rogers (who did everything Fred Astaire did but backwards and in high heels, right?). I showed them Gregory Hines in “White Nights.” I showed them the Nicholas Brothers in what is arguably the most incredible dance routine ever. And then I showed them Michael Jackson.

And then their lives changed.

From the first bass drumbeat of “Billie Jean,” my sons were enthralled with Michael Jackson. Everything: the music, his moves, his singing. They fell in love. Big time.

Having been born in 1975, I love Michael Jackson in all of his permutations and I have memorized the entire “Thriller” album. I find him an incredibly gifted performer, dancer, and personality, and it broke my sons’ hearts when they found out he passed away. (There were tons of questions from my older son about why he died so young, which I delicately handled…)

Since they saw that video, I have downloaded “Michael Jackson’s Greatest Hits.” We listen to it a lot. My boys dance around the house imitating Michael’s moves, and I won’t lie and say I don’t join them. I point out the subtleties of his dancing, and the different styles of dance he does. They love all of it and I hope it will inspire them to dance their little hearts out, which it seems it’s not going to be hard to get them to do.

To see the two of them bopping around the living room in their fedoras (thank you, Sears, for selling fedoras for small people) and Shabbat suits is amazing. They shrug their shoulders and try and moonwalk and they just can’t get enough of MJ. And I love it.

I found a “Michael Jackson Vision” version of the “Smooth Criminal” video and it’s longer than the regular one and has more dancing which is great. What I didn’t know it had, however, was a scene where Michael shoots up the entire club the video takes place in with a Tommy gun. Had I known, I might have not shown them that video. Needless to say, this video basically contains the two things my sons love: Michael Jackson and guns. Sigh.

I take solace in knowing that their initial love of Michael Jackson was not because of his ability to shoot a Tommy gun. And when I teach them to dance, there will be no pantomiming of shooting permitted. But once class is over, I guess I can’t stop them from being whatever version of Michael Jackson they want to be. As “Bad” as they want to be.

And I suppose if I ask them to stop, they might reply with the following Michael Jackson lyric: Can’t Stop Till You Get Enough.

Indeed.

HAPPYPERSON said:

Teaching My Sons To Tap Dance With The Help of Michael Jackson

Source: Keveller – By Mayim Bialik

As a homeschooling family, our lives tend to be very flexible, and our “unschooling” tendencies mean our schooling style is also very flexible. Many families in our community have started signing their kids up for classes now that they are older; some classes are drop-off, some classes parents stay for.

Many families I know with daughters (homeschooling and not) sign them up for a lot of “arts” classes: dance, gymnastics, voice, etc. I took ballet, tap, jazz, and gymnastics in my youth and I love encouraging artistic expression for young girls.

However, I also think it’s as important for boys to take those kinds of classes as it is for girls to take LEGO Engineering (as my older son does), and intensive nature hikes and science classes, and I decided that I would teach my sons to tap dance this year so that they get a well-rounded education in the arts. I already teach them piano, but dance is another level of music I want them to start understanding.

I learned tap dancing for “Beaches” and I think it’s a beautiful form of dance, with a lot of interesting history, too. A friend of mine with a son my older son’s age agreed and we have decided to have me teach them to tap dance in my living room.

Mayim and Bette Midler in Beeches

In order to really seal the deal, I am incorporating watching videos of famous men dancing as part of the class. Why? Well, kids love technology and since I don’t show my boys TV or movies and we don’t even own an iPad at my house (their Dad has one which they of course love), I figured watching some videos might up the fun factor. And I want them to see famous male dancers.

I showed them Fred Astaire, both with and without Ginger Rogers (who did everything Fred Astaire did but backwards and in high heels, right?). I showed them Gregory Hines in “White Nights.” I showed them the Nicholas Brothers in what is arguably the most incredible dance routine ever. And then I showed them Michael Jackson.

And then their lives changed.

From the first bass drumbeat of “Billie Jean,” my sons were enthralled with Michael Jackson. Everything: the music, his moves, his singing. They fell in love. Big time.

Having been born in 1975, I love Michael Jackson in all of his permutations and I have memorized the entire “Thriller” album. I find him an incredibly gifted performer, dancer, and personality, and it broke my sons’ hearts when they found out he passed away. (There were tons of questions from my older son about why he died so young, which I delicately handled…)

Since they saw that video, I have downloaded “Michael Jackson’s Greatest Hits.” We listen to it a lot. My boys dance around the house imitating Michael’s moves, and I won’t lie and say I don’t join them. I point out the subtleties of his dancing, and the different styles of dance he does. They love all of it and I hope it will inspire them to dance their little hearts out, which it seems it’s not going to be hard to get them to do.

To see the two of them bopping around the living room in their fedoras (thank you, Sears, for selling fedoras for small people) and Shabbat suits is amazing. They shrug their shoulders and try and moonwalk and they just can’t get enough of MJ. And I love it.

I found a “Michael Jackson Vision” version of the “Smooth Criminal” video and it’s longer than the regular one and has more dancing which is great. What I didn’t know it had, however, was a scene where Michael shoots up the entire club the video takes place in with a Tommy gun. Had I known, I might have not shown them that video. Needless to say, this video basically contains the two things my sons love: Michael Jackson and guns. Sigh.

I take solace in knowing that their initial love of Michael Jackson was not because of his ability to shoot a Tommy gun. And when I teach them to dance, there will be no pantomiming of shooting permitted. But once class is over, I guess I can’t stop them from being whatever version of Michael Jackson they want to be. As “Bad” as they want to be.

And I suppose if I ask them to stop, they might reply with the following Michael Jackson lyric: Can’t Stop Till You Get Enough.

Indeed.

Interesting how she didn't mention to her kids that she was actually in the video for "Liberian Girl".

HAPPYPERSON said:

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#1 in Books Biographies & Memoirs ( J ) > Jackson, Michael
Amazon USA 28, 29 May, 23 June + 2, 7 July 2013 (also an International Bestseller on Amazon)

Hailed as the criminal trial of the century. Two years of speculation in the media. Wall to wall media coverage from 2003 to 2005, 2000+ accredited journalists, yet the defence case was invisible. The public were bombarded with salacious prosecution focused media commentary.

On 13 June 2005 Michael Jackson was acquitted of 10 felony charges and 4 misdemeanours. Those disgruntled in the media, labelled the acquittal celebrity justice. If you want to find out the truth, start reading this book.

This is a unique book looking at the trial testimony. It provides an indepth look at the trial from the first day. It offers the reader an insight into the case that was not provided by the media coverage in 2005. This mini series shines a light on the defence case, and the trial testimony.

28 February 2005 was the first trial day.

Sample of book contents:
Volume: 28 February 2005
Introduction
Purpose of this Book
Disclaimer
Structure of this Book
Preliminary
Names Mentioned in Opening Statements
The Verdict – 13 June 2005
Chronologies
The Prosecution’s Chronology
The Defence’s Chronology
Documentaries Mentioned
Venues Mentioned in the Opening Statements
Statements / Press releases
6 February 2003
6 February 2003
12 February 2003
18 November 2003
18 December 2003
19 August 2004
13 January 2005
30 January 2005
Department of Children & Family Services
The Felony Complaint
Important Differences between the Felony Complaint and the Indictment
Dates of Alleged Molestation
How Many Times?
Abduction, False Imprisonment and Extortion
Intoxication
FBI Files Released 2009
Files Released
Who are the FBI?
Summary
Main
Day One – 28 February 2005
Chapter 1: The Indictment
Chapter 2: Judge’s Directions to the Jury
Chapter 3: The Prosecution’s Opening Statement
Mother in LA / Children at Neverland
The Bizarre Event
Bashir Documentary: Dialogue
Arvizo Family
Gavin’s Recovery
How Gavin Met Michael Jackson
Arvizos at Neverland
Michael Jackson Slept on the Floor
Timing of the Allegations
Public and Private Life
Neverland Ranch
Sneddon’s Explanation
Two-Storey Bedroom Suite
Magazines
Fingerprints
Alcohol Allegations
Star Arvizo
Prosecution Case – Star Arvizo
Dr Stanley Katz
Mr Feldman
Prosecution Case – Gavin Arvizo
Timing Revisited
Count 1
Marc Schaffel
Ronald Konitzer and Dieter Weizner
Frank Cascio / Tyson
Vinnie Amen / Black
Bashir Documentary
Miami, Florida
Chartered Flight
Back at Neverland
Prosecution Case – Janet Arvizo
Arvizos Leave Neverland
Janet Arvizo Leaves Neverland
Rebuttal Video – 19/20 February 2003
Department of Children & Family Services Interview – 20 February 2003
At the Calabasas Inn, Preparations for the Brazil Trip – 25 February to 2 March 2003
Back at Neverland – 2 March 2003
Janet Arvizo Leaves Neverland – 10 March 2003
The Arvizo Children Leave Neverland – 12 March 2003
Chapter 4: Author’s Comments
Was This a Joke?
Conspiracy
Imprisonment
Extortion
Alleged Co-conspirators
Timing
Department of Children & Family Services Interview – 20 February 2003
How Many Incidents?
What Star Saw
Missing Allegations or Details
Janet Arvizo’s Absences
Failure to Seek Help
Financial Issue
Father Figure
Why Neverland?
Toy Rooms
The Size of the Arvizo Boys
Layout: Michael Jackson’s Two-Storey Bedroom Suite
Evidence of Employees
Dr Katz
The Mother’s Credibility
Watching the Bashir Documentary
Sexually Explicit Magazines
The Urine Test – 10 February 2003
Misinformation
Timing of Search and Arrest Warrants
Prosecution Case: Unbiased Investigation or Assumption?
Chapter 5: Part 1 – The Defence’s Opening Statement
Innocence
Behaviour
Organised Format
Who is Michael Jackson?
Neverland Ranch
How Michael Jackson Met the Arvizo Family
Michael Jackson’s Personality

USA
http://www.amazon.com/Mic...n+innocent

UK
http://www.amazon.co.uk/M...n+innocent

Canada
http://www.amazon.ca/Mich...n+innocent

Germany
http://www.amazon.de/Mich...n+innocent

Brazil
http://www.amazon.com.br/...n+innocent

Italy
http://www.amazon.it/Mich...n+innocent

Spain
http://www.amazon.es/Mich...n+innocent

Does it only work for these coutries?