RockwellSomebody’s Watching Me
Directed by Francis Delia
Rockwell's "Somebody's Watching Me," released on January 14, 1984, is a synth-pop track that delves into themes of paranoia and surveillance. The song features backing…
Michael JacksonSpeed Demon
Directed by Will Vinton
Will Vinton directed this claymation video for Speed Demon, released in August 1987. The video uses stop-motion animation to depict Michael Jackson being pursued by…
Michael JacksonBad
Directed by Martin Scorsese
Martin Scorsese directed this video, which featured elaborate choreography set in a New York subway station. Released in 1987 as the title track from the…
Michael JacksonDirty Diana
Directed by Joe Pytka
Michael Jackson's "Dirty Diana" is the fourth short film from his 1987 *Bad* album. Directed by Joe Pytka, the video delivers a high-energy live concert…
Michael JacksonLeave Me Alone
Directed by Jim Blashfield
Michael Jackson's "Leave Me Alone" is a Grammy Award-winning track from his 1987 *Bad* album. The song serves as a direct commentary on the relentless…
Michael JacksonLiberian Girl
Directed by Jim Yukich
Michael Jackson's 'Liberian Girl,' the eighth short film from his 1987 Bad album, features a humorous 'behind-the-scenes' concept directed by Jim Yukich. This iconic video…
About · Michael Jackson
Born 1958 · Gary, Indiana, USA · pop music, contemporary R&B · Epic Records
Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, and philanthropist. Dubbed the "King of Pop", he is widely regarded as one of the most culturally significant figures of the 20th century. His musical achievements broke American racial barriers and made him a dominant figure worldwide. Through his songs, concerts, and fashion, he proliferated visual performance for artists in popular music, popularizing street dance moves such as the moonwalk, the robot, and the anti-gravity lean. Jackson is often deemed the greatest entertainer of all time.… via Wikipedia
Awards: Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award; Grammy Legend Award; International Artist Award of Excellence; Genesis Award; Grammy Award for Best Male R&B Vocal Performance for “Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough”; Grammy Award for Album of the Year for “Thriller”; Grammy Award for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance for “Thriller”; Grammy Award for Record of the Year for “Beat It”
Discography
Michael Jackson’s studio albums / EPs · 14
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4 articles about Michael Jackson from our favourite music publications
Pitchfork
3w ago
Netflix to Revisit Michael Jackson’s Child Sex Abuse Trial in Docuseries
Michael Jackson: The Verdict features new interviews with jurors and observers of the 2005 case
Consequence
3w ago
Michael Jackson Trial Receives Inside Look in Trailer for Netflix Documentary: Watch
Michael Jackson: The Verdict features three 50-minute episodes premiering on June 3rd. Michael Jackson Trial Receives Inside Look in Trailer for Netflix Documentary: Watch Eddie Fu
NME
4w ago
Paris Jackson wins legal battle for $625k to be returned to Michael Jackson’s estate
Attorneys for Jackson's estate have said that while they “disagree” with the ruling, they “fully respect it and plan to move forward accordingly” The post Paris Jackson wins legal battle for $625k to…
NME
1mo ago
Kneecap in race for UK Number One album ahead of Melanie C and Michael Jackson
‘Fenian’ is the Irish trio’s second album, and is looking likely to be their first to top the charts The post Kneecap in race for UK Number One album ahead of Melanie C and Michael Jackson appeared…