SunsetDriver
Proud Member
Hello to all MJJF's community. This is my last news thread for MJJF...next one will be for MJJC
MJ mentionings:
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/8ksTCK...king-Away.xhtml
Ripples in the Music Industry, Part 1: Breaking Away
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Some musicians such as Ani DiFranco have found success as independent artists. The folk rock songstress started her own label, Righteous Babe Records, and distributes her recordings through her Web site. Though she styles herself as an artist and not an entrepreneur, for whom the music and not the money is paramount, DiFranco reportedly has made $4.25 for each CD sold. Under contracts with major labels, superstars like Michael Jackson and Prince reportedly have earned as little as $2 per CD sold.
http://www.coloradoan.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ar...STOMERSERVICE02
CSU hosts lesson for fanatics of Jackson’s iconic zombie dance
Instructors Mandy McLeland, left, and Melissa Smith lead a group Monday night through ‘Thriller Dance’ at the Colorado State University Student Recreation Center. The event brought together people who wanted to learn the dance to the famed Michael Jackson music video ‘Thriller’ before Halloween. There also was a ‘Best Zombie’ contest as part of the festivities.
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Delhi/H...how/2501491.cms
Halloween bashes in the capital!
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While expatriates are leading the pack, Indians are not far behind. Anup Kutty, member of music band Men-Who-Pause, says, “I am going to celebrate Halloween for the first time at a party in the city and I am really excited. I am going to dress up as Michael Jackson – the way he used to look at the time of Billy Jean.”
http://www.showbizspy.com/2007/10/30/kanye...o-write-a-book/
Kanye West to write a book
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Meanwhile, Kanye is reportedly planning to work on Michael Jackosn’s next album, after the ‘Touch The Sky’ singer revealed: “I’m working on stuff for Michael Jackson.]
http://www.edmontonsun.com/Entertainment/M...616509-sun.html
Taking it past the limit
Eagles' first new cd since the 70's is long, all right
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I Don't Want to Hear Anymore 4:21
Schmidt sounds like Michael Jackson -- and channels I Can't Tell You Why -- on this jangly pop number from Brit tunesmith Paul Carrack.
Today in Michael Jackson history:
1972 - In London, the Jackson 5 participated in the "Royal Variety Performance."
1982 - Janet Jackson performed "Young Love" on "American Bandstand."
1984 - Michael Jackson's "Thriller" was certified at 20 times Platinum by the RIAA.
2000 - Michael Jackson's "Blood On The Dance Floor: Histor in the Mix" was certified Platinum by the RIAA.
2000 - Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' receives its 26th platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), representing 26 million copies sold in the U.S. It remains the second best-selling album in music history.
2001 - Michael Jackson's album "Invincible" was released.
MJ mentionings:
http://www.ecommercetimes.com/story/8ksTCK...king-Away.xhtml
Ripples in the Music Industry, Part 1: Breaking Away
[...]
Some musicians such as Ani DiFranco have found success as independent artists. The folk rock songstress started her own label, Righteous Babe Records, and distributes her recordings through her Web site. Though she styles herself as an artist and not an entrepreneur, for whom the music and not the money is paramount, DiFranco reportedly has made $4.25 for each CD sold. Under contracts with major labels, superstars like Michael Jackson and Prince reportedly have earned as little as $2 per CD sold.
http://www.coloradoan.com/apps/pbcs.dll/ar...STOMERSERVICE02
CSU hosts lesson for fanatics of Jackson’s iconic zombie dance
Instructors Mandy McLeland, left, and Melissa Smith lead a group Monday night through ‘Thriller Dance’ at the Colorado State University Student Recreation Center. The event brought together people who wanted to learn the dance to the famed Michael Jackson music video ‘Thriller’ before Halloween. There also was a ‘Best Zombie’ contest as part of the festivities.
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Delhi/H...how/2501491.cms
Halloween bashes in the capital!
[...]
While expatriates are leading the pack, Indians are not far behind. Anup Kutty, member of music band Men-Who-Pause, says, “I am going to celebrate Halloween for the first time at a party in the city and I am really excited. I am going to dress up as Michael Jackson – the way he used to look at the time of Billy Jean.”
http://www.showbizspy.com/2007/10/30/kanye...o-write-a-book/
Kanye West to write a book
[...]
Meanwhile, Kanye is reportedly planning to work on Michael Jackosn’s next album, after the ‘Touch The Sky’ singer revealed: “I’m working on stuff for Michael Jackson.]
http://www.edmontonsun.com/Entertainment/M...616509-sun.html
Taking it past the limit
Eagles' first new cd since the 70's is long, all right
[...]
I Don't Want to Hear Anymore 4:21
Schmidt sounds like Michael Jackson -- and channels I Can't Tell You Why -- on this jangly pop number from Brit tunesmith Paul Carrack.
Today in Michael Jackson history:
1972 - In London, the Jackson 5 participated in the "Royal Variety Performance."
1982 - Janet Jackson performed "Young Love" on "American Bandstand."
1984 - Michael Jackson's "Thriller" was certified at 20 times Platinum by the RIAA.
2000 - Michael Jackson's "Blood On The Dance Floor: Histor in the Mix" was certified Platinum by the RIAA.
2000 - Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' receives its 26th platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), representing 26 million copies sold in the U.S. It remains the second best-selling album in music history.
2001 - Michael Jackson's album "Invincible" was released.