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Today's news is still circulating around the thillicious ads

http://www.mjjcommunity.com/forum/showthread.php?t=45608



Michael Jackson Mentionings

On My Nano..

Feb 5 2008
Samantha Mumba


Samantha Mumba launched her music career at 15, steered by The X Factor judge Louis Walsh, who is also behind Boyzone and Westlife. The Irish-born star, 25, has pursued a successful Hollywood movie career too. But this year she is back on this side of the Atlantic, finishing her new album as well as competing on Dancing On Ice.
"If I'm travelling, Hello Brooklyn by Jay - Z is my favourite. It's the perfect track to have on when I'm driving.
"I like to work out, and with the skating I was getting plenty of cardio exercise. If I'm working out on my own, Uninvited by Freemasons.
"Just like any girl I like to spend time getting ready to go out.
Beyonce's a big favourite, especially Freekem Dress.
"I have a boyfriend in America and I like romantic music. My favourite romantic track that I listen to on my iPod is Deseree's Kissing You.
"I'm a Michael Jackson fan and we're friends. I've always thought his music was amazing. My all-time favourite is Dirty Diana."


http://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/entert...tch-all/2008/02/05/on-my-nano-86908-20309786/





Interview with Sheryl Crow

How about Peace Be Upon Us. How did you hook up with Ahmed Al Hirmi?

Bill knew the prince of Bahrain, having been over there (for) the Michael Jackson record. This was last year, I guess. I really wanted to get a great singer from the Arabic world, and (Bill) called his friend the prince who suggested Ahmed, who's amazing and quite well known there.

Full interview here: http://network.nationalpost.com/np/...05/detours-an-interview-with-sheryl-crow.aspx




'Cats' gets Vegas spin

Academy adds local vibe to feline musical


Channeling a feline Michael Jackson, complete with a white-gloved paw, Julian Criden, center, is flanked by Rachel Richards, left, and Madison Wallace in "Cats Las Vegas."

http://www.lvrj.com/living/15306376.html







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Got this article from the New York Daily News's columnists Rush & Molloy

http://www.nydailynews.com/gossip/2...michael_jackson_at_the_grammy_awards_got.html

Michael Jackson at the Grammy Awards: Gotta glove it!
Tuesday, February 5th 2008, 4:00 AM



Michael Jackson will appear on the 50th anniversary Grammy Awards show, we hear, but he has vowed not to perform.

The Gloved One appears to have won a stare-down with the Grammy-givers at the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences. For weeks, show producer Ken Ehrlich has been mulling the idea of marking the 25th anniversary of Jackson's "Thriller" album with a revue that would feature guest stars from his rereleased blockbuster, which drops two days after the Feb. 10 broadcast.

The medley number would include Will.i.am (on "The Girl Is Mine"), Fergie (on "Beat It"), and possibly Kanye West (on "Billie Jean") and Akon (on "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'").

Ehrlich said he'd do the tribute only if Jackson sang and danced, say insiders. "Michael can't go along with that," says a source. "He needs more time to rehearse new versions of the songs. And everything requires new choreography."

Now, we hear, Ehrlich has agreed to having Jackson just appear onstage - apparently believing viewers will tune in just to see what Jackson looks like now.

Grammy reps and Jackson spokeswoman Lois Najarian didn't get back to us. But word is Jackson is saving his moves for a show where he'll make some money - a "Thriller" TV special and a series of concerts.
 
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I liked what Samantha Mumba had to say ^_^

"I'm a Michael Jackson fan and we're friends. I've always thought his music was amazing. My all-time favourite is Dirty Diana."
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http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur40640.cfm

SIEDAH GARRETT - CREATIVE ANOMALY: Singer/songwriter does a bit of everything, but makes sure she always stands out.

She's nominated for Grammy for "I Love You I Do" from the movie Dreamgirls
By Ricki Morris

(February 5, 2008)
"I wanted to be special, but I didn't know how that was going to happen," explains Siedah Garrett of how she wanted The King of Pop, Michael Jackson to recognize her.

Actually that is how Ms. Garrett wants the world to recognize her. She doesn't do average.

Well, her dream came true, Siedah Garrett ended up impressing Jackson by co-writing one of his biggest hits, "Man in The Mirror."

Garrett is also known for her classic duet, "Don't Look Any Further," with ex-Temptations lead singer Dennis Edwards.

Now she's nominated for a Grammy for "I Love You I Do," the confessional ballad from the star lit film "Dreamgirls." It's in the running for "Best Original Song."

In a phone interview with EURweb, she explains that the song for "Dreamgirls" was created to stand as an additional character in the film.

"The song had to say what the actor couldn't," said Garrett. She continues by explaining that Effie White (Jennifer Hudson), although she and Curtis Taylor Jr. (Jamie Foxx) had a relationship, there were still feelings that weren't out in the open. "She was singing her message to him."

The song written for Effie White is completely different, than a song Garrett would write for Jennifer Hudson. When writing songs for other artist, Garrett customizes songs to fit their personalities and deliver their message. She takes herself out of the picture, as a method of letting that person shine.
"It's about putting on your songwriter hat, and leaving your artist jacket in the closet."

But, by the same token, Garrett says there's no way she could create a work and she not be present somewhere in it.

"Anybody that knows me will tell you that I don't do anything half way. If I'm in-I'm in," the songwriter/singer says. "I bring me into everything I do."

Speaking of everything she does, some might say Ms. Garrett is a modern day renaissance woman. She dabbles in many other art outlets, from song writing, painting, performing, to accessory design.

"I find it hard to focus long term on any one thing. I get bored, and I need to create new things. I like making beautiful things," Garret explained.

"I couldn't just be a singer, or just write songs, because while I'm writing songs I'm thinking about performing that song ... When I'm performing that song, I'm thinking about writing the next song ... When I'm writing that next song, I'm thinking about that handbag I (want to) design."

Garrett says her creative flow is endless, and it keeps her thoroughly entertained.

As for her paintings and accessory designs, the multi-talented songbird is just getting the buzz out. But some very huge names have already nabbed them a Siedah Garreet work of art.

"I sold some bags to Angela Bassett ... Oprah ... Mariah Carey" ... and the list went on.

Some of her designs include patterns/fabrics of Stingray, American Crocodile, and Ostrich.

"(As far as ) Stingray ... I've been into this skin for so long. I like the tactile feel of the skin."

Garrett goes on to say Stingray skin looks like: beads, jewels, it even resembles caviar.

"(It's) just so beautiful. It lasts forever, the older it gets the better it looks," she said.

From her music to her artworks, Siedah Garrett is always doing what she can to stand out.
"A pride of every artist (is) a want for attention," says Garrett.

For other artists out there, a word of advice from the creative queen: "You have to give yourself space, for creativity to visit. You need room for the muse in the room."
 
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I think there's more than 1 person that handles it, but Raymone is the main one.
 
Thanks for the news, guys!

Article was so predictable w/its not so discreet sneering remarks. These are becoming somewhat of a disclaimer now
 
Thanks for all the news especially the Siedah Garret article. It's nice to know what people are doing years later :)

mkgenie said:
http://www.eurweb.com/story/eur40640.cfm

SIEDAH GARRETT - CREATIVE ANOMALY: Singer/songwriter does a bit of everything, but makes sure she always stands out.

She's nominated for Grammy for "I Love You I Do" from the movie Dreamgirls
By Ricki Morris

(February 5, 2008)
"I wanted to be special, but I didn't know how that was going to happen," explains Siedah Garrett of how she wanted The King of Pop, Michael Jackson to recognize her.

Actually that is how Ms. Garrett wants the world to recognize her. She doesn't do average.

Well, her dream came true, Siedah Garrett ended up impressing Jackson by co-writing one of his biggest hits, "Man in The Mirror."

Garrett is also known for her classic duet, "Don't Look Any Further," with ex-Temptations lead singer Dennis Edwards.

Now she's nominated for a Grammy for "I Love You I Do," the confessional ballad from the star lit film "Dreamgirls." It's in the running for "Best Original Song."

In a phone interview with EURweb, she explains that the song for "Dreamgirls" was created to stand as an additional character in the film.

"The song had to say what the actor couldn't," said Garrett. She continues by explaining that Effie White (Jennifer Hudson), although she and Curtis Taylor Jr. (Jamie Foxx) had a relationship, there were still feelings that weren't out in the open. "She was singing her message to him."

The song written for Effie White is completely different, than a song Garrett would write for Jennifer Hudson. When writing songs for other artist, Garrett customizes songs to fit their personalities and deliver their message. She takes herself out of the picture, as a method of letting that person shine.
"It's about putting on your songwriter hat, and leaving your artist jacket in the closet."

But, by the same token, Garrett says there's no way she could create a work and she not be present somewhere in it.

"Anybody that knows me will tell you that I don't do anything half way. If I'm in-I'm in," the songwriter/singer says. "I bring me into everything I do."

Speaking of everything she does, some might say Ms. Garrett is a modern day renaissance woman. She dabbles in many other art outlets, from song writing, painting, performing, to accessory design.

"I find it hard to focus long term on any one thing. I get bored, and I need to create new things. I like making beautiful things," Garret explained.

"I couldn't just be a singer, or just write songs, because while I'm writing songs I'm thinking about performing that song ... When I'm performing that song, I'm thinking about writing the next song ... When I'm writing that next song, I'm thinking about that handbag I (want to) design."

Garrett says her creative flow is endless, and it keeps her thoroughly entertained.

As for her paintings and accessory designs, the multi-talented songbird is just getting the buzz out. But some very huge names have already nabbed them a Siedah Garreet work of art.

"I sold some bags to Angela Bassett ... Oprah ... Mariah Carey" ... and the list went on.

Some of her designs include patterns/fabrics of Stingray, American Crocodile, and Ostrich.

"(As far as ) Stingray ... I've been into this skin for so long. I like the tactile feel of the skin."

Garrett goes on to say Stingray skin looks like: beads, jewels, it even resembles caviar.

"(It's) just so beautiful. It lasts forever, the older it gets the better it looks," she said.

From her music to her artworks, Siedah Garrett is always doing what she can to stand out.
"A pride of every artist (is) a want for attention," says Garrett.

For other artists out there, a word of advice from the creative queen: "You have to give yourself space, for creativity to visit. You need room for the muse in the room."
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