Michael Jackson has passed away.

[The Stryker]

We've just learned Michael Jackson was taken by ambulance to a hospital in Los Angeles ... and we're told it was cardiac arrest and that paramedics administered CPR in the ambulance.

He was picked up at his home around 20 minutes ago -- we're told his mother is on the way to visit him.

UPDATE: The 911 call came in at 12:21PM at his Holmby Hills home in L.A.

http://www.tmz.com/

Oh Geez. This isn't good.

[ToTheNines]

:( I hope Mike's ok

[Lordmylar06]

Of all things a heart attack? Wow, things have been crazy today.

[Spike Spiegel]

I hope he recovers okay...things haven't been so good for him lately, eh?

[XERO]

I hope he recovers, too. Heart attacks suck big time because they can happen to anybody.

[Peanut]

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo oooooooooo!

[The Stryker]

Michael Jackson has died.

[Peanut]

This f*cking blows.

[XERO]

Dude, Stryker... please tell me you're not serious.

[Raph's Girl]

TMZ is reporting that he died. But there's no other reports saying it so it's just a rumour for now.

[Brodie]

I thought he wasn't, until he linked me to this:

http://www.tmz.com/

[Mecha Cow]

He is reported to have died (http://www.tmz.com/2009/06/25/michael-jackson-dies-chat/).

I am unsure what to think of him as a person, but it's not my place to judge. In any case it's sad to see a musical legend go. RIP Michael.

[Brodie]

I thought he wasn't, until he linked me to this:

http://www.tmz.com/

[The Stryker]

Change the name of the thread please.

[Peanut]

I heard it's being reported on TMZ.com. That's just what I heard somewhere.

[XERO]

I'm watching it on CNN right now. So far, they haven't mentioned him dying. Just being hospitalized with cardiac arrest.

[Raph's Girl]

My mom just called to tell me he died. She heard it on the radio. :/

[Spike Spiegel]

My mom just called to tell me he died. She heard it on the radio. :/

DAMMIT!!

Ed McMahon, David Carradine, Farrah Fawcett...and now Michael Jackson?! This last week and a half has sucked.

[Jester]

Still not official, pre Fox News....but I know how some of you feel about that network.

CNN also still says he's just in the hospital.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Goddammit goddammit goddammit goddammit goddammit god-****ing-dammit. :(

This is ****ing ********. Greatest musician of all time. All-****ing time. Hell, I was just listening to the megamix in the car.

[Raph's Girl]

Still not official, pre Fox News....but I know how some of you feel about that network.

CNN also still says he's just in the hospital.

Yeah.. CNN hasn't announced it either.... But here's the reuters article:

http://www.reuters.com/article/newsOne/idUSTRE55O6AK20090625

[Hannah]

Oh, wow. I don't even know what to say.

[XERO]

I don't know what to say. I just don't.

[Jester]

Just pray that the reports of his death are greatly exaggerated.

[Peanut]

I was playing Moonwalker YESTERDAY!

Hopefully he's teaching God some moves already.

[ThirdMarioBro]

NBC News just sent it out to all the affiliates.

Just......goddammit.

[XERO]

I was playing Moonwalker YESTERDAY!

Hopefully he's teaching God some moves already.

I love that game.

I'm still trying to hold onto that last thread of hope that it's an exaggeration.

[Jester]

Gah, this is maddening...the LA Times says he's in a coma.
“Michael Jackson is in a coma and his family is arriving at his bedside, a law enforcement source told The Times.”

UPDATE...he's gone.
[Updated at 3:15 p.m.: Pop star Michael Jackson was pronounced dead by doctors this afternoon after arriving at a hospital in a deep coma, city and law enforcement sources told The Times.

[Spike Spiegel]

Gah, this is maddening...the LA Times says he's in a coma.
“Michael Jackson is in a coma and his family is arriving at his bedside, a law enforcement source told The Times.”

I just hope he's actually still alive...:-?

[Peanut]

Gah, this is maddening...the LA Times says he's in a coma.
“Michael Jackson is in a coma and his family is arriving at his bedside, a law enforcement source told The Times.”

What the f*ck? Someone needs to get this story straight, because I just heard he turned into a robot and flew away!

[Jester]

Sounds like he's gone...:(

I almost hope it's just conjecture.

[XERO]

The media just LOVES to f*ck with the fans, don't they?

[The Stryker]

This is insanity.

[Jester]

I'm not even a fan, but hearing about him and Farrah both got me.

Fox and CNN both have finally reported coma....so who knows.

ABC and NBC News says he's dead...

WHICH IS IT!!!?? Stop screwing with people.

[Cipher]

I have a feeling Japan's going to shut down today.

I hope he's not actually dead. It would suck to see him end on such a series of low notes.

[Raph's Girl]

L.A Times is now saying he died.... too many danged conflicting reports.

http://www.latimes.com/

CNN is now saying he died...or that they heard he died.

[Jester]

CNN says that The Times and CBs say he's gone, they have yet to confirm.

FOX is reporting that the Times and the AP are reporting he's died.

[BubblyShell22]

I heard on my local news that he died, but they didn't say anything about a coma. They said he had a heart attack. Well, they say bad things happen in threes, and this is totally true. We've lost Ed, Farrah, and now Michael. My condolences and thoughts go out to his family and friends. He will be missed greatly. He was an awesome performer.

[Buslady]

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/25/AR2009062503056.html?hpid=entnews


I'm pretty shocked. I liked him back in the early 80s

[Raph's Girl]

FOX news is saying he died 20 min ago

[Peanut]

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/06/25/AR2009062503056.html?hpid=entnews


I'm pretty shocked. I liked him back in the early 80s

You're so timely!

[Jester]

Well, rest in peace, Michael. Is it to soon to make a Thriller Zombie joke?

[Raph's Girl]

NBC news is reporting a family friend has CONFIRMED he died

[Cipher]

Well, rest in peace, Michael. Is it to soon to make a Thriller Zombie joke?He beat it to a better place, I suppose.

[The Stryker]

Well, rest in peace, Michael. Is it to soon to make a Thriller Zombie joke?

Please go away.

[Peanut]

Well, rest in peace, Michael. Is it to soon to make a Thriller Zombie joke?

I would expect nothing more from you.

[XERO]

Well, they finally acknowledged it in my area.

They're playing Billie Jean on CNN, and I can't help but tear up.

This is TRULY f*cked up.

[Sewer Bull]

I was deeply seconding him when he planned to return and give that tour of 50 concerts, recently.

He was the greatest. His death hit me harder than I ever thought it would.

[Jester]

Well, they finally acknowledged it in my area.

They're playing Billie Jean on CNN, and I can't help but tear up.

This is TRULY f*cked up. Indeed, he was planning a tour, and 50 is not old.

[Billy the Kid]

First an Icon from the 70's and now an 80's Icon. What's Up! Michael was pretty weird but I liked several songs - Man in the Mirror was my favorite. RIP Man.

[Raph's Girl]

Gees... that was quick. My local news just announced that a Michael Jackson special is gonna air tonight at 9pm on ABC.

[Katie]

so sad. When Stryker told me he died, i called it out to my office (I was still at work) everyone just gasped then fell quiet.

Michael Jackson was a true innovator. He's one of if not THE most influential artists of all time. He pretty much invented the music video as we know it today....he wrote "We are the World" which started the Live Aid movement and caused alot of artists to become active in social causes again. Thriller is the top selling album of ALL TIME. His Music was unlike ANYTHING out there. the man was a genius.

My favorite songs include Michael Jackson songs. He's in my ipod.

Thriller
Black or White
Smooth Criminal
Billy Jean

I'm too young to have appreciated any of that in its day....but find me even the smallest kid who doesn't know his name.

that says something

[ThirdMarioBro]

I can't listen to any of it. I tried to put on the Smooth Criminal orchestral mix and just started bawling. I just can't do it.

[Bigfoot]

wow, this is messed up...

Just heard on the way home from work what happened...

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RIP

[Raven]

I will admit Im not the biggest fan of his, but his passing has left me shocked. While I found his actions at times confusing his music has always hit a cord that made you want to have a good time, even if it was a parody of Weird al.

[Raph's Girl]

My fave Michael Jackson songs are:

You Are Not Alone
Earth Song
We Are The World
Ben

[Lordmylar06]

I just looked up some of my favorite MJ songs, "Remember the Time" and the duet with Janet "Scream". I teared up a little bit. He was working on a comeback, and new songs, and he had a HUGE tour planned... I know it's selfish but I wanted more new Michael Jackson music... and it sucks to know it can't happen.

[Peanut]

I just looked up some of my favorite MJ songs, "Remember the Time" and the duet with Janet "Scream". I teared up a little bit. He was working on a comeback, and new songs, and he had a HUGE tour planned... I know it's selfish but I wanted more new Michael Jackson music... and it sucks to know it can't happen.

Not selfish at all, man. It's even more depressing to think about what kind of music we would have been treated to had he been able to do all of those things.

[Katie]

Not selfish at all, man. It's even more depressing to think about what kind of music we would have been treated to had he been able to do all of those things.

that's what I've been thinking about. man. what was to come. sucks

[XERO]

Scream was a awesome song. Too bad he couldn't make another duet with Janet. That would've been sweet.

[Peanut]

I've got the "Number Ones" album spinning right now. It's making the entire thing feel more real than I care to admit.

[The Stryker]

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[ThirdMarioBro]

Not selfish at all, man. It's even more depressing to think about what kind of music we would have been treated to had he been able to do all of those things.

I know man. Its just been killing me since the idea popped into my head.

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Great ten minutes of music ever committed to film.

[Jester]

The only psudeo-MJ songs I could play are Eat It and Fat, as I'm not a huge MJ fan, but love Al's parodies. It's great how open Jackson was to Al doing that. He loved them.

[XERO]

I've got the "Number Ones" album spinning right now. It's making the entire thing feel more real than I care to admit.

It's too bad you can't DJ for us, Peanut. Have some MJ tunes cranking up in here.

[ThirdMarioBro]

The only psudeo-MJ songs I could play are Eat It and Fat, as I'm not a huge MJ fan, but love Al's parodies. It's great how open Jackson was to Al doing that. He loved them.

That's because Al was never mean spirited about it.

[Katie]

ok y'all....that "the money you could be saving with Geico" commercial...that needs to stop airing. Michael singing that bit is heartwrenching

[Jester]

The Fat video is hilarious. I wonder if Michael was rolling when he watched it.

[XERO]

I need to watch the Moonwalker movie right now. Just for the dance-off between him and the Speed Demon rabbit.

[Toonami Tom]

God Bless MJ's soul.

This is sad news that he has passed away. He was one of the greatest music icons ever.

[XERO]

Another classic. If it doesn't work, sorry. It's my first time posting a YouTube.

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[Jester]

Another classic. If it doesn't work, sorry. It's my first time posting a YouTube.

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That's what friends are for Benny. ;)

And the user has embedding disabled...:(

[Lordmylar06]

Indeed, Jam was an awesome jam.

edit: ok, correction, IS an awesome jam.

[ThirdMarioBro]

It always bothers me when people neglect to remember his recent works because they were freaking amazing. Proof.

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I'm just going to post this one and hope it works, because if I watch it, it'll kill me. Its probably my favorite song. There's no MJ song better than Stranger In Moscow. There just isn't.

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[XERO]

Stranger in Moscow is the SHIZNIT. Thank you for posting that, TMB. 8)

[Jester]

This is just eerie...it's playing on MTV as I type...
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[ThirdMarioBro]

I can't believe he's gone. I can still hear that voice and those warm FM keyboard chords spiraling in my head. I probably always will.

[Cowabunga Kiefer]

I was never always a huge Michael Jackson fan, but I knew who he was. The only songs I hear from him currently are the ones he did with the Jackson 5 on the XM 60's station they play at work, (oh yeah, and the song Michael Jackson sang on the Simpsons that Stryker posted). I was always thinking eventually I would pick up one of his songs, and really watch and listen to this legend of pop. Although it's never too late, I just wish that perhaps if I was into it, hearing this news would devastate me more than what I feel now. So, I'm sorry to all you dedicated fans out there, because I see today you've lost an icon to your past. All I can really say is that all we can do is cherish his memory, and remember what this great man has done to influence the image of popular music. R.I.P Michael Jackson, you will be missed.

[Jester]

Should we change the title of the thread?

[XERO]

I swear... I'll cave if they show Will You Be There.

[GK Punk]

He actually died of Cardiac arrest, which isn't a heart attack. This is actually what happened to my niece. This just hit way to close to home.

You can't be a child of the 80s and not feel something from this, he was every where when I was a kid. This is so shocking. My friend texted me while I was out telling me to turn on the news, so I had her just keep texting me updates until I could get home and turn on the news...

Should we change the title of the thread?

I did.

[Peanut]

Stranger in Moscow is the SHIZNIT. Thank you for posting that, TMB. 8)

God, yes. That song is so fantastic. I can't take this anymore.

[Bigfoot]

At first I was surprised by how many TMNT fans were MJ fans, but as GK stated, anyone who grew up in the 80's probably has a memorable moment that his music was a part of. He will be missed...

[ThirdMarioBro]

Me neither. I just feel dead inside.

He actually died of Cardiac arrest, which isn't a heart attack. This is actually what happened to my niece. This just hit way to close to home.

The same thing happened to my Mom.

[ToTheNines]

This makes me sick... I really don't wanna hear ****** Michael jokes tomorrow at work.

[XERO]

Sorry about that, guys.

This is just a dark day.

[Cure]

My favorites have always been "Billie Jean" and "Smooth Criminal".

F*ck, man. This sucks.

[Ninjinister]

So there I was, taking down a fraud website at work (obviously), when I accidentally hit the wrong bookmark, news.google.com. First story up top is a report from tmz.com: "Michael Jackson dead at 50".

"Holy F***!" I exclaim. "MICHAEL JACKSON IS DEAD!"

The entire office is silent for at least a minute, bewildered looks on everyone's faces. Then various co-workers are asking me for verification. I ask Lauren and Heidi, who are big on celebrity gossip, if TMZ is reliable (I don't know this kind of stuff). They confirm that it is. I am still awaiting further confirmation. One source doesn't do it for me. It was the same thing when I read about David Carradine.

Work grinds to a halt. Everyone is furiously pounding away at their keyboards and clicking their mouses, trying to find further evidence. All anyone can find quotes TMZ as their source. The girls are furious about Perez Hilton and E! Online timing out (and as it turns out, Jackson may be the reason (http://www.tmz.com/2009/06/25/jackos-death-grinds-the-internet-to-a-halt/)).

Finally, I find an LA Times article that insists that their source is directly from the LAPD. This is 90% confirmation for me. I'm pretty certain that Michael is dead, but due to my conditioning, especially that of my work training, I need more evidence to be 100% sure. Some mild jokes start flying around the office, nothing too bad. A few Thriller and plastic body part quips are thrown, but nothing involving his alleged pedophilia, thank God. Those are left to the comments of the various news sites and blogs that I'm running across, and so they're easy to ignore. Co-worker Nick's cell phone goes off - a friend texts him regarding the reports of Michael's death. We joke how that's our "third pillar" of confirmation. This would actually only be the first of a godzillion times that someone's phone will go off before my shift ended at 4 Pacific, all dealing with people questioning and reporting the news. IGN has word of Michael's passing on their front page, and my infamous shift manager Elman calls that the "fourth pillar of confirmation".

On the walk home, ever Jackson song I know is running through my head. I also think to myself that now Farrah's an Angel and Michael Got Enough. Shortly thereafter, a car blazes down the street blasting, strangely enough, "Don't Stop 'Till You Get Enough". I nearly shout words of support at the driver, but they're gone too fast for me to even get the first word out.

100% confirmation comes when I turn CNN on the TV at home and they're interviewing the coroner. Reverend Sharpton starts talking about how close he and Michael were, and how he arranged for Michael to see his idol James Brown's body and to be there for every funeral procession of Brown's. I watch for as long as I can stand, and turn off the TV to go take a shower (I've just always thought that Al was unnecessarily loquacious and have never been able to sit through any of his speeches in their entirety).

So after I get out of the bath, I pop on my laptop and head to playlist.com to stream some Jackson songs in memory, just as I had did yesterday with songs related to the four family members of mine who had passed on June 24ths of the past. The site already has a memorial playlist set up, and that's what I've got on now.

So yeah... this has been a f***ing s***ty week to begin with... this is just more to heap on the pile.

God bless you, Michael Jackson.

[Guitar_Raph]

Can't believe Michael Jacson & Farrah Fawcett, all in one day! The only thing they had in common; they both appeared on The Dating Game.

Right now, I'll be watching that tribute on ABC which starts in minutes.

[Candy Kappa]

he will be greatly missed

[Machias Banshee]

[[Mod Edit: cleaned out the thread... please continue with the vigil]]


I always loved Thriller and Will You Be There... There's many others, but those are the two that I always think of first.

This week has been horrible, death-wise... we need something positive to happen.. :(

[Jester]

Yeah, first McMahon, then Farrah and now MJ...it's been a rough week.

[Peanut]

This week has been horrible, death-wise... we need something positive to happen.. :(

Honestly, I don't know that any positive news could possibly extinguish the grief that so many are feeling for MJ at this moment.

[Jester]

Don't take this the wrong way, but what about Farrah?

[Warhorse]

Wow. This came as a big shock. I was driving home from the beach, and turned on the radio, flipping the stations, and came across a popular station that was playing Michael Jackson songs, back to back. I just thought they were playing greatest hits or something, they do that alot for alot of famous artist. But when I get home, my mom tells me what's going on, and then it hit me.

I'm still in shock. I'm watching the special now, but I wonder, is this how people felt back in the day when Elvis died?

[Peanut]

Don't take this the wrong way, but what about Farrah?

And don't take this the wrong way, but buddy...Michael f*cking Jackson. There's a reason all of the Farrah Faucet tributes have been dropped tonight in favour of MJ tributes.

[Bigfoot]

...is this how people felt back in the day when Elvis died?

Good question... I wasn't around for Elvis, but am aware of all the speculations that he was alive, long after he passed away. Same happened with the rappers. There must be a part of us that doesn't want to admit they are gone.

[XERO]

And don't take this the wrong way, but buddy...Michael f*cking Jackson. There's a reason all of the Farrah Faucet tributes have been dropped tonight in favour of MJ tributes.

I'm sure Farrah and Michael don't really care anymore considering they're departed.

It's just sucks that we're the ones left with the agony of having to deal with it.

[Jester]

And don't take this the wrong way, but buddy...Michael f*cking Jackson. There's a reason all of the Farrah Faucet tributes have been dropped tonight in favour of MJ tributes. Which sucks. She deserves some recognition too. It's awful enough that they are both gone, but for one's death to so overshadow the others is a bit disheartening.

[Bigfoot]

Which sucks. She deserves some recognition too. It's awful enough that they are both gone, but for one's death to so overshadow the others is a bit disheartening.

She has a thread too...

[XERO]

You can only blame fate for that. It's not like they chose to die on the same day.

[Peanut]

Which sucks. She deserves some recognition too. It's awful enough that they are both gone, but for one's death to so overshadow the others is a bit disheartening.

Sure, but that's just the way it worked out. It's sad that her death will forever be overshadowed by another unfortunate loss, but it's clear I'm not alone in Farrah not having any impact on my life whatsoever, and Michael having a gigantic one. Clearly, it seems to be the opposite for you.

Again, it's unfortunate, but that's just the way it worked out.

[Bigfoot]

And this is just so unexpected... It is taking the whole world by storm...

[Peanut]

They just showed a picture of the attempts to revive Michael in the ambulance on CNN. I feel sick.

[XERO]

I'm just curious to see what's gonna happen tomorrow. This is just the beginning of the tragedy.

[VaughnMichael]

Wow this all is very shocking, I've always felt for MJ.
I hope he died in peace and was at least some what happy about life.:ohwell:

[triplexxx]

Jesus, this month David Carradine, Ed McMahon, Farrah Fawcet, now Michael Jackson, this is nuts.

[Guitar_Raph]

And don't take this the wrong way, but buddy...Michael f*cking Jackson. There's a reason all of the Farrah Faucet tributes have been dropped tonight in favour of MJ tributes.

Sorry. At 10 Eastern/9 Central, ABC's 20/20 is going to have a Farrah tribute.

[Peanut]

Sorry. At 10 Eastern/9 Central, ABC's 20/20 is going to have a Farrah tribute.

I didn't say they would never air.

[Type 97 Chi-ha]

I saw it just a few hours ago, when I turned on my computer. Yes, I was as shocked as the rest of you!

I remember the early 1980's, I was a college student and he was getting to be a household name indeed. (Burne Thompson manner): He was big, big, big, BIG, BIG! Always heard his "Thriller" songs without getting tired of them. I also remember when then-President Ronald Reagan gave hom the personal tribute. Unfortunately, he never got the same success after that period. :(

But when I read all the tributes here, I can imagine Michael must be really a happy man in heaven. Despite the negative publicity he got toward the end of his life, when I saw this thread, I thought WOW! His legend was stronger than I ever would have dreamed! Any snide jokes anyone makes about him are going to fall flat after my having seen this. :)

[Cure]

But when I read all the tributes here, I can imagine Michael must be really a happy man in heaven. Despite the negative publicity he got toward the end of his life, when I saw this thread, I thought WOW! His legend was stronger than I ever would have dreamed! Any snide jokes anyone makes about him are going to fall flat after my having seen this. :)

His personal life is his own business. The fact is that he was one of the greatest entertainers ever, and for THAT he'll be remembered and missed.

[whitemonkey]

Michael was very talented at young age you can never take that from him.

[Arcade Joe]

I'm pretty stunned abaut this. I think it's unfortunate that he died at a time when he had some legal and financial issues. I know he was going to tour one more time in England. I may not be a super huge fan of the man, but I know that he was a very talented artist who had such a huge impact on the musical world.

Man, so many famous deaths this past few weeks. It's crazy.

Makes me feel concerned for Patrick Swayze, I know he's in bad shape.....:(

[XERO]

Man, this drained my emotional energy almost completely.

[Jester]

Sure, but that's just the way it worked out. It's sad that her death will forever be overshadowed by another unfortunate loss, but it's clear I'm not alone in Farrah not having any impact on my life whatsoever, and Michael having a gigantic one. Clearly, it seems to be the opposite for you.

Again, it's unfortunate, but that's just the way it worked out.

Actually I wasn't a huge fan of either, just kinda bums me out is all. Both of them passing made me go, "Oh not Farrah/Michael."

[ThirdMarioBro]

Man, this drained my emotional energy almost completely.

I feel you man. I've got nothing left. Tomorrow is going to be a hard day to wake up to.

It may seem like a selfish thing to say, but I pray that he finished the album he was working on.

[XERO]

It may seem like a selfish thing to say, but I pray that he finished the album he was working on.

If it was only 4 seconds of one song with him going 'Woo-HOO!' I'd still buy that sh*t.

If they ever decide to release it, it's gonna be the best album ever.

[VaughnMichael]

It may seem like a selfish thing to say, but I pray that he finished the album he was working on.
I was thinking the same thing, allot of people I talked to didn't even know he was making one.
I also hope that a bunch of scandle crap doesn't come out about him now that he's passed on.

[Newton Gimmick]

I also hope that a bunch of scandle crap doesn't come out about him now that he's passed on.

Nope. Too late. Expect to hear all kinds of freakshow stuff in the days ahead. It's already coming out.

By the way, whether you're a fan or not, you have to love how the networks are basically tiptoeing around the obvious:

"Jackson was a legendary entertainer with over 100 million albums sold... and he also was a potential pedophile and accused child molester... AND remember that one video, it was awesome!"

It's like, once you've been tarnished to the level that MJ was it's a bit hard to just refer to him as eccentric. I just find it amusing that the tribute have to touch on that stuff, but aren't sure what to say because 90% of the world thinks the guy was a serious pervert. Makes the tributes somewhat uncomfortable to watch.

[ThirdMarioBro]

I know, I just turned it off part way through. And I wouldn't count on the media respecting the dead. They're already getting on him, and nobody loves to make money off the dead more than the media. I just pray they eventually release that album. People need to realize what they've lost.

All I can say is, thank God Conan is on during this. He can cheer me up from anything, and that bastard Jay Leno was one of the main fires on the fuel to transform MJ into a nationwide joke.

[FLAduranie]

This is a sad day for our generation.

RIP, Micheal!

[愛]

I never was sad about any famous person passing away except for Michael Jackson. He made a lot of mistakes later in his life, but his music career was known throughout the world, and he touched my life in a way.

RIP Michael.

[Barkworm]

The first CD I ever got was "Dangerous"... His death feels so weird.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Dangerous.....what an underrated album. "Who Is It" and "Jam" just spend hours in my head every year.

Also, here's another awesome moment.

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[saiyan_monkey]

Im just watching it telly now. Elvis might of been the "King Of Rock" but Micheal will always be the "King Of Pop" Ive never been a big fan or anything but Ive always liked his voice and moves. Another legend gone.

[XERO]

Here's hoping they decide to play Captain EO.

[saiyan_monkey]

I used to love the arcade game of moonwalker, that was so much fun

[The Stryker]

Playing Sonic 3.

Awesome.

[Ninjinister]

Playing Sonic 3.

I think I'll follow in suit after this news blurb on Jackson.

[Tarog]

**** My favorite living singer has passed, This is horrible news:-?

[XERO]

Playing Sonic 3.

Awesome.

Awesome indeed.8)

[Voltron]

This is so many good memories gone. I've attached Michael Jackson to my all sorts of good times.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Playing Sonic 3.

Awesome.

Maybe, if any good can come of this tragedy, perhaps he'll someday get the damn credit he deserves for that game.

[R-iZZy]

I'm sitting here listening to "You Are Not Alone" right now, and I can't help but f*cking cry. Like I just felt a piece of my soul leave. Unfortunately, I never got/took the chance to be touched by Elvis or The Beatles or anyone like that. Michael Jackson was my musical inspiration. Honestly, I don't even know if I would aspire to be a rapper if this guy didn't come along. As soon as I got the news at work, I just physically felt sick, like I lost someone close to me. I know it's weird, cuz I've never met the guy and he doesn't even know I exist, but I dunno, he was just still such an inspiration to me.

I seriously wanted to call out and just go home. So much of my childhood consisted of this man's work. I know the guy made his mistakes, and though they might've been a bit harsh for his reputation, the guy was always a gentle soul. No one could've sacrificed as much as he did. It's incredible that he remained such a humble, gentle and well-spirited man through all the controversy, media backlash and upbringing.

You will be missed, Michael. Thanks for the memories.

Long live the King of Pop.

[Sewer Bull]

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Something older, but no less good. Plus, the title of this song sounds somewhat... fitting for the moment.

[GK Punk]

That video just came on MTV at the same time I hit play on that.

[Ra]

I find it so weird... I woke up this morning, turned on the news, and there there is the headline saying that he was dead. It seems so... surreal. That was hours ago, but it still feels like walking through a haze.

Despite my first impression of him being a completely bizarre character thanks to being a 90's kid, I still love his music. My parents loved him as well, so the three of us are sort of stunned right now. But... Anyone who not only connected generations with his music, but also helped shape the music industry, is to be remembered.

He'll be missed.

Makes you wonder what they'll be doing about his tour though... will it be called off or will it go on as a tribute? Won't be the same without the leading man...

[XERO]

Maybe, if any good can come of this tragedy, perhaps he'll someday get the damn credit he deserves for that game.

Yeah, man, seriously. At least for the credits theme alone.

And Michael's hat in the 'I Want You Back' video was badass.

[Ninjinister]

Yeah, man, seriously. At least for the credits theme alone.

And Michael's hat in the 'I Want You Back' video was badass.

Speaking of which (on both accounts), I just played Sonic 3, myself, and got the achievement in it. I thought to myself, "If only that achievement was "Bringing Back Michael".... :cry:

[ZariusTwo]

That which he offered in the years before he self-destructed were amongst music's most remarkable acheivements. When it came to showmanship, he had a psychology that Elvis couldnt match, he went balls-out on his ideas and visual allure, he made you BREATH at a concert, made you part of the world he lived in. NO performer did that as well as him.

Another child star born, raised, and slaughtered by an irresponsible and uncaring system. The impact of this MONSTROUS way of thinking has been felt for years...now it's felt a little more. Michale Jackson only came once. There will never be his like again.

Think about that.

[saiyan_monkey]

I was just reading in "The Disintegrator Unit" I cant believe that dude. If you dont like someone or what someone has done it pays to just keep your mouth shut. There's plenty of jokes but theres always a time and a place to do it and today is not it. (sorry couldnt reply in the other topic)

Now that I have that out im just wondering what sonic 3 has to do with this??? I mentioned MJ's Moonwalker which was still on topic in a way.

[Sewer Bull]

Now that I have that out im just wondering what sonic 3 has to do with this???

The music there was composed by MJ himself, at least part of it, afair.

[XERO]

Now that I have that out im just wondering what sonic 3 has to do with this???

Michael composed the music for the Sonic 3 game.

Listen to the Carnival Night Zone and Credits BGMs if you ever get a chance. Some of the samples were incorporated into or from the 'Jam' and 'Stranger in Moscow' songs.

...

Wow...

... As soon as I mentioned 'Jam', it pops up on MTV.

F*cking awesome.

I'm sure TMB can give a better answer than I can, though.

[Original TMNT Cartoon Fan]

They play Michael Jackson songs on the radio.

[saiyan_monkey]

Ah true thats wicked I never knew. I just brought the Sonic Mega Collection for my step son which has that so I know what im doing tomorrow:D

[cup-mikey-gertha]

Yep. Michael Jackson is on the radio now and his videos are the first to popup upon accessing Youtube. I learned the news via text earlier today. I didn't believe it at first thinking it was some kind of bad joke. But when I did confirmed it, it was sad news. I'm playing MJ songs right now.

[That Matt Guy]

I'm still too surprised to say anything meaningful.

Best video he ever did...

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RIP

[Canadian Turtle]

Truly a trgic lose, the most powerful and influential performer of all times. He will be missed.

Is there any good TV specials or documentaries I can watch from his past? I don't want to see the "Living with" one, I have seen it. I just remember seeing a cool TV documentary on him when I was a kid, and I'd love to see something like that again if I could find it.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Michael composed the music for the Sonic 3 game.

Listen to the Carnival Night Zone and Credits BGMs if you ever get a chance. Some of the samples were incorporated into or from the 'Jam' and 'Stranger in Moscow' songs.

...

Wow...

... As soon as I mentioned 'Jam', it pops up on MTV.

F*cking awesome.

I'm sure TMB can give a better answer than I can, though.

Yeah, actually it goes the other way. Those songs were written before the game's release. Actual Samples of Jam were found on the cart. You can also hear MIchael's trademark "Whoo!" during the first sub-boss in Sonic 3, but they canceled that song out when you lock on to Sonic & Knuckles.

The story is, Michael (who was a big-time Sonic fan) did the music to Sonic 3, but Sega supposedly cut his work when the original molestation allegations hit in the 90s. It was a bullsh*t cover story. They didn't cut his work out of the game. They just cut his name out of the credits. Heck, they were so sloppy about it, all of his songwriters are still in the Special Thanks section (they were taken out when you lock Sonic 3 & Knuckles together). The name "Sirocco" is still in the credits near the end. This is expected to be a nickname for MJ.

All the stuff in Sonic 3 has his style all over it. Ice Cap is extremely similar to "Who Is It" from Dangerous with Smooth Criminal's exact FM bass beat, as well as Carnival Night being a play on "Jam". He did the soundtrack. There's no question, and magazines covered it back in the day before Sega asked them to bury the story. Supposedly, he did a couple in Sonic & Knuckles as well (since they were developed as one game). Some of S&K's music can still be found on the Sonic 3 cartridge alone via debug. That's believed to be MJ's stuff, while everything else was completed by Howard Drossin. You can find some of the evidence on Youtube. The most compelling evidence is Sonic 3's credits. The song is essentially a karaoke version of Stranger in Moscow, two years before that song was released. He reused a video game medley later to write what is one of his greatest works. He is believed to have finished pretty much Sonic 3's whole soundtrack, and a chunk of Sonic & Knuckles, but all the work with featured samples of his voice (boss fight, Launch Base, Carnival Night) or samples of trademark MJ basslines (Ice Cap's back beat) were cut out of the PC version "Sonic & Knuckles Collection" and replaced with forgettable dribble.

He was supposed to be credited for that work, just like he should be credited for "Do The Bartman" which he ghost-wrote. Yuji Naka almost let it publically slip a while back, but he chickened out. It pisses me off because the mainstream public deserves to know MJ wrote the best Sonic soundtrack (easy) to one of the top five best platformers ever made.

[XERO]

Thank you for that, TMB. I can read that forever.

It's totally not fair that he didn't get the credit he truly deserved for that soundtrack, because it's legendary.

[Spike Spiegel]

MTV is actually showing his videos today. This was the first time I ever watched MTV with my mother...a sure sign of his appeal as an artist...

Looking at the videos, I see a certain aesthetic quality that is just not evident in today's music videos, etc. No fancy cars or money everywhere, just music...the entire world is at a huge loss today.

[XERO]

Heh, I got something for ya, Spike.

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Calling this 'beautiful' would be an insult. :cry:

[Sewer Bull]

Tried to find Rockwell's "Somebody's watching me", where Michael did the awesome chorus, unfortunately I can only stumble across some crappy remixes on Youtube.

Darn.

[Roland]

Vh1 also gave their MJ TOP 10 which feature thriller as no 1 and also feature beat it ,billy jean, bad , smooth criminal , dirty diana. I heard that he may of had heart attack form something that helps with back pain , their looking for his personal doctor but his long gone. I totally love his music i even own his game (moonwalker) for the sms. RIP MJ.

[Spike Spiegel]

Heh, I got something for ya, Spike.

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Calling this 'beautiful' would be an insult. :cry:

Videos like that seriously make me wish I could be a 70s or 80s teen rather than one of today...or that I could at least visit...:cry:

I'll take real art over the plagiaristic music of today...

[Ginny]

I think I'm still waiting for it to sink in. He's one of the artists I grew up with, I was 8 when 'Thriller' came out, and it was the first album I bought after getting my very own cassette player!

I feel like like part of my life is gone.

[The Stryker]

Kinda telling to see the High School Musical kids crying and showing respect.

[ToTheNines]

I just graduated high school so most kids I talk to only know Mike as the "pedophile", but I'm really glad that MTV and the radio is getting all his great work out there so some younger folks can be properly introduced. Hopefully they give him a chance.

[Lil G]

I'm not really a big fan fan of pop, but I love his music. May he R.I.P. forever, as he is, and always will be, The King of Pop Music.

[Archon_Turtle]

The amount of Michael Jackson domain names for sale on ebay right now is disgusting. Things like "MichaelJacksonJustDied.net"...**** these people.

[Type 97 Chi-ha]

http://neverland-syndrome.deviantart.com/art/Meanwhile-in-the-Afterlife-127254767

I'm sure MJ would have loved this. He did have a sense of humor. :)

[Jester]

http://neverland-syndrome.deviantart.com/art/Meanwhile-in-the-Afterlife-127254767

I'm sure MJ would have loved this. He did have a sense of humor. :)
:D That's pretty good.

[Type 97 Chi-ha]

Videos like that seriously make me wish I could be a 70s or 80s teen rather than one of today...or that I could at least visit...:cry:

I'll take real art over the plagiaristic music of today...

Tee-hee, I love being envied! :D :lol:

The sad part is, nowadays, I can hardly find any new music that can stir the emotions, unlike the music I knew... :(

[Roseangelo]

The sad part is, nowadays, I can hardly find any new music that can stir the emotions, unlike the music I knew... :(

That's pretty much why I only listen to new/talk radio. The only music I listen to is the stuff I own.

It is kinda weird that there are people who never knew/lived/experienced the "classic" Michael Jackson. But I guess it's similar to how I don't think I'll ever be able to fully appreciate The Beatles or Elvis because I never lived them.

[XERO]

Didn't Michael buy like most of the Beatles' original songs?

[Ninjinister]

Marge: Ned, I didn't know you were such a Beatles fan.
Ned: Of course I am, Marge! They were bigger than Jesus! But your boy went Yoko and broke up my collection!
Homer: Look, Marge! I'm Brian Epstein.
(Plays with Beatles bobbleheads, making them nod)
Homer: Now I'm Michael Jackson. (impersonation) I own all of your songs, losers. A-hee-hee-hee!

[XERO]

I'll take that as a 'yes.' :lol:

[Peanut]

I think he owns half of them? Something like that.

[andrewdsz]

Man,this is one of the biggest shock of the year... ...Michael suffered/been through so much to get here today and tryin to make a come back... ...all gone.

R.I.P.

[saiyan_monkey]

I know he outbid Paul Macartney (most likely spelt that wrong) and Yoko for what he brought.

[XERO]

I know he outbid Paul Macartney.

You don't 'Say Say Say.'

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[FlawedCoil82]

I don't listen to much Michael Jackson anymore (I am much more into modern rock music) but I'd be lying if I said Michael Jackson didn't play a role in my love of music today. Songs like "Give In To Me", "Dirty Diana", "Human Nature", "Leave Me Alone", "You Are Not Alone", "Beat It", "Billie Jean", "Scream", "Heal The World" and "Thriller" will always be great songs. I really wish he could have gotten the chance to redeem himself though. R.I.P. :cry:

While going back through some of his older music, I made an ULTIMATE 4 disc collection of my favorite MJ songs (super old and Jackson 5 songs weren't included). And because I am bored, I'll list them. :P

DISC 1 - Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough, Bad, They Don't Care About Us, The Girl Is Mine, She's Out Of My Life, Remember The Time, Earth Song, Jam, I Just Can't Stop Loving You, Keep The Faith, On The Line, Smooth Criminal, Gone Too Soon, Scream, For All Time, We Are The World.

DISC 2 - Black Or White, Say Say Say, In The Closet, Rock With You, Billie Jean, Liberian Girl, Can You Feel It, You Are My Life, Another Part Of Me, Baby Be Mine, Ghosts, Tabloid Junkie, This Time Around, Childhood, Dirty Diana, Man In The Mirror.

DISC 3 - Wanna Be Startin' Somethin', Break Of Dawn, Just Good Friends, PYT (Pretty Young Thing), Is It Scary, D.S., Will You Be There, Off The Wall, One More Chance, Beat It, Little Susie, Cry, Someone In The Dark, Leave Me Alone, Heal The World.

DISC 4 - Dangerous, Blood On The Dance Floor, Speed Demon, Come Together, The Way You Make Me Feel, Workin' Day And Night, Stranger In Moscow, You Rock My World, The Lady In My Life, Human Nature, Who Is It, Thriller, Speechless, You Are Not Alone, Give In To Me.

You can't buy a better set than that. :D
Jack

[ThirdMarioBro]

I wasn't around when Elvis died, but I appreciate his contribution to society. I especially love a lot of his older stuff (fat Elvis rocks), but there is one thing about his death that has bothered me, and it seems to get worse very year -- Elvis impersonators. I hate them. Its so disrespectful, and so insulting. Its warped the average person's idea of who and what he was.

I was watching MTV this morning (for the first time this decade) for the all-day tributes, and the local news and seeing footage from around the world, I can already see it beginning. Already the wannabe, stereotypical crotch grabbing losers look like they're trying out for jobs at local Indian casinos. Its disgusting, and I can imagine how people are going to look at this ridiculous stereotype in twenty years and never really understand why he was so damn awesome.

[XERO]

I wasn't around when Elvis died, but I appreciate his contribution to society. I especially love a lot of his older stuff (fat Elvis rocks), but there is one thing about his death that has bothered me, and it seems to get worse very year -- Elvis impersonators. I hate them. Its so disrespectful, and so insulting. Its warped the average person's idea of who and what he was.

I was watching MTV this morning (for the first time this decade) for the all-day tributes, and the local news and seeing footage from around the world, I can already see it beginning. Already the wannabe, stereotypical crotch grabbing losers look like they're trying out for jobs at local Indian casinos. Its disgusting, and I can imagine how people are going to look at this ridiculous stereotype in twenty years and never really understand why he was so damn awesome.

I agree with you on that.

It's crazy how the most unique people leave behind a trail of stereotypes.

[saiyan_monkey]

Think how bad its gonna get when the Micheal Jackson impersonators start being as common as the elvis ones

[Ra]

Ugh. I'm with ya TMB. Last night here they extended the news so they could get some Australian fans to view their thoughts on it all. There were a few dressed up in the iconic red jacket, glove, and hat, showing off their dance moves. I know that the trend will continue, but gosh...

Heh... you know the weird thing? About one and a half years ago I did a small satirical art work depicting Michael Jackson as a ghost coming to haunt some zombies watching TV. I know I wasn't trying to insult the guy and just thought I would use part of his image to create a weird ghost that didn't really look like him to pass my Art Class, but damn... it makes me feel a bit weird...

[ThirdMarioBro]

Think how bad its gonna get when the Micheal Jackson impersonators start being as common as the elvis ones

Yeah, that was my point, and it's going to happen really fast, because MJ was/is bigger than Elvis ever was.

[Original TMNT Cartoon Fan]

I just graduated high school so most kids I talk to only know Mike as the "pedophile", but I'm really glad that MTV and the radio is getting all his great work out there so some younger folks can be properly introduced. Hopefully they give him a chance.

Pedophile or not. If he really was a pedohile, that's really bad, but you can still like the music and the singer Michael Jackson. Many of us already listen to singers who have done "bad" things.

[ZariusTwo]

Pedophelia's a bit of a stretch. My own opinions of the man are often on the fence. He was a superb performer and musician, but in addition to that, you couldnt deny that he was a basketcase and an unfit parent.

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[Evenstar227]

Pedophelia's a bit of a stretch. My own opinions of the man are often on the fence. He was a superb performer and musician, but in addition to that, you couldnt deny that he was a basketcase and an unfit parent.

That sums up my feelings. Can't say I thought much of his later works, but I have fond memories of watching Thriller over my uncle's house with all my cousins running around. Billy Jean was epic.

As for the inevitable impersonators, regardless of your opinion of them, don't they say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery? I'm sure not all impersonators are in it just for 15 min of fame or the chance to make a buck. Some are probably genuine fans; maybe all. Why would you go through all the trouble to learn songs and mannerism and buy a wardrobe for a musician you don't even like?

[XERO]

As for the inevitable impersonators, regardless of your opinion of them, don't they say that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery? I'm sure not all impersonators are in it just for 15 min of fame or the chance to make a buck. Some are probably genuine fans; maybe all. Why would you go through all the trouble to learn songs and mannerism and buy a wardrobe for a musician you don't even like?

Because, sad to say, some people are just crazy. Imitation can also be the most aggressive form of taunting.

I guess it mostly depends on the situation.

And impersonators aside, who doesn't want to be on TV?

[Hannah]

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Wasn't that not sung by Michael? I'm pretty sure he voiced the character but didn't sing that song.


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"In a Simpsons episode, Michael Jackson was supposed to sing a song for Lisa's birthday, but for some reason it wasn't him, but a very good imitator. This is the authentic version recorded by Michael Jackson, enjoy!"

[Katie]

I know he outbid Paul Macartney (most likely spelt that wrong) and Yoko for what he brought.

He bought 80% of the McCartney/Lennon Beatles songs. He and Paul actually did an album together so when Paul was pissed off about him getting the songs Michael got really upset. Rumor is that he has left the Beatles songs to Paul in his will to mend the rift.

[Spitfire]

http://img188.imageshack.us/img188/6834/67496149.jpg

No better way to remember someone and pay your respects then to pay out for their CDs.

I sympathize for the guys family and all, death is hard on everyone, but this has been more like a marketing campaign. I see his CDs being slung all over Amazon, Myspace, Ebay, and even my Email. I think the only major site not doing it is Youtube, I give them a week.

I was never a fan of his so maybe it's just not as big of a deal to me as it seems to be everyone else but I find it sick people are using his death as a way to capitalize on sales. Let the guy rest in peace, he can do that without selling 1 million albums after his death.

[FlawedCoil82]

A little too late for this isn't it? :x

His father should burn in Hell if this is true:
http://awkwardstar.wordpress.com/2009/06/27/jordan-chandler-admits-he-lied-about-michael-jackson/

Jack

[Machias Banshee]

Absolutely despicable...

I was originally against MJ for the whole abuse thing. It was very hard to look at him with respect, even though I love his music. But if this one lied to get money, HOW many of the others were the same? Who's really the victim now?

It's bastards like these that make people not believe ANY sexual abuse victim...

Maybe we'll have some more light on the situation in the coming days. It seems people are never brave to talk about this stuff when someone's Alive... *shakes head* Bunch of money-grubbing lowlifes..

[XERO]

A little too late for this isn't it? :x

His father should burn in Hell if this is true:
http://awkwardstar.wordpress.com/2009/06/27/jordan-chandler-admits-he-lied-about-michael-jackson/

Jack

I swear... I've never wanted to hurt somebody this bad before. Screw that family.

They basically killed him.

[Aelia]

A little too late for this isn't it? :x

His father should burn in Hell if this is true:
http://awkwardstar.wordpress.com/2009/06/27/jordan-chandler-admits-he-lied-about-michael-jackson/

Jack

If this is true, then this just makes my blood boil.

The thing that troubles me is the lack of an official source for this.

[saiyan_monkey]

I watched that on TV last night. The family was saying that MJ had them kidnapped, taken to MJ's home and then forced to make a video of them being all happy and praising MJ.

[FlawedCoil82]

I can't tell if it is a hoax or not. Someone posted the link on another forum and said that they got it through Twitter. But one problem with the actual article is that it lists Evan Chandler as the boy and Jordan as the father, and that is backwards. Whether or not that's an honest mistake, I can't tell yet. But if it's true, I am sure that it will start popping up elsewhere soon.
Jack

[ThirdMarioBro]

I'm so goddamn angry right now I'm afraid to say anything for the sake of going off my rocker.

[GK Punk]

http://blog.vpjayant.com/?p=21

[ThirdMarioBro]

Well, that I can live with. Sad thing to say, but whatever.

[XERO]

I still don't like that family.

[GK Punk]

As much as I'd like everything it's said he's done to be proven as lies, I'll wait for an official source to report it.

[XERO]

No offense, GK, but I don't think it really matters anymore considering the fact that he's passed on.

If anything, it's just gonna anger more people.

[GK Punk]

All I am doing is pointing out how unlikely that story is. if you'd rather be mad over a possibly made up article on a blog that has no news source to back it up, go for it.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Yeah, GK's right. The best thing we can do is forget it. None of it really matters anymore anyway.

[Machias Banshee]

Damn... people will do anything for attention, it seems... :ohwell: Let's just see how long it'll take CNN or ABC to broadcast this as 'real' news...

[XERO]

Well, consider it forgotten.

Sorry about that. I'm just hurting like everyone else.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Yeah, I was at a local annual sci-fi convention this morning and everyone there has this somber tone. Its really starting to sink in on people. The 80's just died Thursday along with MJ.

*edit*

I'm also a big fan of mash-ups, so this was naturally one of the most awesome things I had ever seen. Probably already seen it, but it seemed appropriate.

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So awesome.

[Original TMNT Cartoon Fan]

The 80's just died Thursday along with MJ.



Maybe the death of the 1980's retro movement?

[ThirdMarioBro]

Yeah, that's what I meant. And that kills me all the more.

[KROW]

I've never been a huge fan of his, but his music was a big part of my childhood. Even though he's gone, he lives on through his contributions to the music industry, and therefore through those who adored him greatly. I ragged on him about the scandals like the next schmo, but never denied his excellence at performing. He riled a crowd like no other, that's certain.

No better way to remember someone and pay your respects then to pay out for their CDs.

I sympathize for the guys family and all, death is hard on everyone, but this has been more like a marketing campaign. I see his CDs being slung all over Amazon, Myspace, Ebay, and even my Email. I think the only major site not doing it is Youtube, I give them a week.

I was never a fan of his so maybe it's just not as big of a deal to me as it seems to be everyone else but I find it sick people are using his death as a way to capitalize on sales. Let the guy rest in peace, he can do that without selling 1 million albums after his death.

I know where you're coming from, but it was also reported (http://www.billboard.com/bbcom/news/michael-jackson-died-deeply-in-debt-1003988280.story) that Jackson passed away leaving behind a vast amount of debt. Looking at this from a more positive (and perhaps naive) perspective, this could help get rid of that problem, provided whatever earnings that would have gone to Michael indeed go toward it.

[Type 97 Chi-ha]

Maybe the death of the 1980's retro movement?

I disagree. Others from the 1980's are still alive and well, such as Bruce Springsteen. Rap music became really popular in the 1980's, and then it was infinitely better than what we have nowadays. I remember some emotionally moving songs from that era, such as Bonnie Tyler's "Total Eclipse of the Heart", but can find few if any from later decades. Yes, Michael Jackson was pop, but he made it exciting.

[Ninjinister]

Instead of just sticking the 2-second "in memory of" screen at the end of the episode, tonight's episode of The Simpsons started with the 'Do the Bartman' music video in its entirety, in place of the standard opening. The in memory of screen followed this, then the episode actually began.

[Jester]

Wait, was it a new episode or a re-run of the MJ episode?

[Ninjinister]

Wait, was it a new episode or a re-run of the MJ episode?

Rerun of a different episode.

[ThirdMarioBro]

There's nothing at all wrong with pop music. Its just that nobody knows how to do it right anymore.

And I have no problem with his label profiteering off his death by selling endless records. His kids need to be taken care of, and the royalties that will spawn from this should make sure they are taken care of.

[The Stryker]

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[saiyan_monkey]

I was just checking out itunes top 10 albums. 21 out of 22 countries Jackson is #1. Some countries he has over half the top 10 filled with his albums.

[ThirdMarioBro]

The greatest solo dance routine of all time, and the final time it was done on television.

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Now, if you'll pardon my exit, me and my tears are going to bed.

[Original TMNT Cartoon Fan]

I disagree. Others from the 1980's are still alive and well, such as Bruce Springsteen. Rap music became really popular in the 1980's, and then it was infinitely better than what we have nowadays. I remember some emotionally moving songs from that era, such as Bonnie Tyler's "Total Eclipse of the Heart", but can find few if any from later decades. Yes, Michael Jackson was pop, but he made it exciting.

It's not about what you like, but what's popular. In the 1990's, we had a 1970's retro movement with cover versions of late 1970's disco songs, in the early 2000's he had a 1980's retro movement and by 2010 a 1990's retro movement will probably grow, and it will probably last until 2010, and then our decade now (2000-2009) will become a retro movement.

[Roland]

I was just checking out itunes top 10 albums. 21 out of 22 countries Jackson is #1. Some countries he has over half the top 10 filled with his albums.

Damn which country is it that mj not #1?

[Spike Spiegel]

http://jezebel.com/5303479/joe-jackson-uses-bet-awards-red-carpet-to-promote-his-own-record-company

I watched this report live on CNN last night...judge for yourselves...

[ThirdMarioBro]

Oh, there's no question that Joe Jackson was ever anything other than an asshole ans a leech. His Mom on the other hand, always seemed to be a lovely person. Poor Janet just tore me up last night on the BET Awards. His sisters were always so loyal.

[ToTheNines]

His sisters were always so loyal.

Didn't la toya call him a molester?

[ThirdMarioBro]

I don't remember that.

You know, probably the saddest picture I've ever seen on the internet is that pic I found of him from the tour rehearsals less than a week ago in the Smooth Criminal white suit. That just killed me inside.

Now, already American Idol has their wannabe nobody "stars" singing his songs. Makes me realize what the world has lost. Soul version of The Way You Make Me Feel? Vomit.

[XERO]

You know, probably the saddest picture I've ever seen on the internet is that pic I found of him from the tour rehearsals less than a week ago in the Smooth Criminal white suit. That just killed me inside.

It's safe to say that it was his trademark outfit. I mean, the glove and jackets were badass, but that suit made him a true icon.

[The Stryker]

Now, already American Idol has their wannabe nobody "stars" singing his songs. Makes me realize what the world has lost. Soul version of The Way You Make Me Feel? Vomit.

That was from earlier this year.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Ah, well, shows just how much I keep up with that crappy show. lol

Still sucked though.

[saiyan_monkey]

Damn which country is it that mj not #1?

Japan but he is #2

Edit; heres a link to the itunes online store chart http://www.apple.com/euro/itunes/charts/top10albums.html

[ThirdMarioBro]

Word is that his rehearsals of the This Is It! tour were filmed at the Staples center in HD. The pictures floating around seem to back the story up. Its probably going to be released on DVD, and if so, that'll probably be the hardest to watch DVD I ever lay a hand on. The title is so literal now.

[Peanut]

The greatest solo dance routine of all time, and the final time it was done on television.

Amazing

Now, if you'll pardon my exit, me and my tears are going to bed.

F*cking kill me.

It's safe to say that it was his trademark outfit. I mean, the glove and jackets were badass, but that suit made him a true icon.

I think the red leather jacket would have something to say about that. Thriller MJ made him an icon.

[XERO]

I think the red leather jacket would have something to say about that. Thriller MJ made him an icon.

You know, I'm surprised that given the amount of debate this has, or could have, there's no Thriller outfit vs. Smooth Criminal outfit discussion.:P

But I'll just say this: Thriller MJ definitely became an icon, but I think it was the Smooth Criminal MJ that made him even bigger (if that is even possible).

Plus, there's always the videogames.

[Cure]

Hahaha. I'm not making fun or being rude, but I think a conversation about what outfit made MJ an icon is awesome. But yeah, I'm with "Thriller".

[XERO]

Hahaha. I'm not making fun or being rude, but I think a conversation about what outfit made MJ an icon is awesome. But yeah, I'm with "Thriller".

Trust me, I've had plenty of those conversations, just never online.

I wonder if Mike himself ever thought about that. :lol:

[Bigfoot]

I agree that the Thriller MJ is what made him an Icon. That, and the glove are just epic.

I wish I could go to the Apollo tonight.

[GK Punk]

I remember when they used to sell the thriller jackets in the kids sections in clothing stores. I don't seem to remember the Smooth Criminal outfit being sold. So I'll go with Thriller's jacket. I wanted one so bad as a kid haha.

[XERO]

Yeah, I don't think they ever sold the SC suit. I've seen nothing but Thriller jackets on people.

Meh, I just like the suit better, but the jacket will always be badass.

[Bigfoot]

lol I had a fake leather thriller jacket when I was like 8. I remember all the snaps and buttons... ah yes... the good ole days...

[saiyan_monkey]

Someone should make a poll about the outfit debate, its the best way to settle that. Im down with the Thriller 100% and is the Micheal Jackson I'll remember. Smooth Criminal outfit I only tend to relate to Moonwalker.

[GK Punk]

The Smooth Criminal suit was awesome, but that jacket was Icon.

[XERO]

I know for sure that GK would mark out if CM Punk came down in a Thriller jacket. :P

[Dr. Terminus]

...And so we've seen the long-term side affects of hanging out with Macauley Culkin.

But really, Michael was great.

Billie Jean and some treat meat. Not much more of a day.

[Peanut]

...And so we've seen the long-term side affects of hanging out with Macauley Culkin.

I lol'd. Bravo.

[XERO]

Felt this was appropriate for the current subjects.

You guys remember In Living Color, right? :lol:

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[Bigfoot]

Wow, is that the kid from Home Improvement?

[XERO]

Yes, sir. Jonathan Taylor Thomas.

[ThirdMarioBro]

Someone should make a poll about the outfit debate, its the best way to settle that.

Done.

http://forums.thetechnodrome.com/showthread.php?t=27709

Throw down and represent.

[Leonardo Mystic]

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Fascinating.

I've never been overly fond of his music. Oh, there were a few songs that caught my attention, but this one strangely struck a chord with me and firmly latched on. I haven't been able to stop playing it. I even bought it on iTunes.

Reading articles as more of his life comes out, I feel compassion towards him. He was misunderstood in so many ways. I believe heaven just became a little livelier now and I hope he's finally, truly happy and free. He's probably teaching Jesus the moonwalk.

[ThirdMarioBro]

The custody battle for his children is going to be one of those stories from hell. You've got two mothers (that never had anything to do with them) who will undoubtedly try to split up the siblings, and right now, you've got the kids in the custody of Kathrine Jackson, and God forbid anything happen to her (age 79), Joe Jackson. With the stories Michael (and his brothers) told about that monster, I fear for those poor children. I really, really do. I can hardly imagine what poor Michael would think knowing that fat bastard was anywhere near his kids, let alone living with them.

[Jester]

"Can any of my dear grand-babies sing just like meal tick...er...I mean your daddy, Michael??"

[saiyan_monkey]

Check this out. I find this **** so annoying

http://news.msn.co.nz/article.aspx?id=832198

If the link doesnt work here's everything copy and pasted. I thought his hassles would of been over now he's dead but nooo, people still have to try make money out of him. Im all for that Joe Jackson to be out of his will for sure and I do agree Neverland should be MJ's tribute as Elvis has graceland.

Michael Jackson and Debbie Rowe are not the biological parents
By MSN NZ staff
Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Speculation has long been rife about the true parentage of Prince Michael, 12, Paris, 11, and Prince Michael II, seven, who are now in the care of Jackson's mother Katherine following the singer's death on Friday.
But a new report on celebrity website TMZ claims neither Jackson or Rowe — the California woman who gave birth to two of the children — were biologically responsible.

"Mulitple sources deeply connected to the births tell us Michael was not the sperm donor for any of his kids," the website said.

"Debbie's eggs were not used … She was merely the surrogate, and paid well for her services in the births of Michael Jr and Paris."

The surrogate mother of Prince Michael II, also known as "Blanket", has never been identified, with the website today claiming the woman was never told who was receiving the baby.

Earlier this week, British tabloid the News Of The World quoted Rowe as saying Jackson was not the father of the children.

The report also said Rowe had no plans to adopt any of the kids and did not expect to see them again.

But yesterday Rowe's lawyer Marta Almli said the tabloid's interview was fabricated and denied the claims.

Meanwhile, it is believed the pop icon's father Joe Jackson has been cut out of his son's will.

Jackson was known to have a difficult relationship with his 80-year-old father, who he said abused him when he was younger.

Jackson's will is understood to have been split between his mother, three children and several charities.

The singer's family plans to hold a wake at his Neverland ranch, raising the prospect his fantasy retreat will turn into his final resting spot.

A motorcade reportedly plans to escort the body on Thursday to the King of Pop's California estate, a monument to Jackson's obsession with childhood that once had a private zoo and amusement park.

The memorial event could be an indication that the Jackson family has permanent plans for Neverland.

Some fans say the star should be buried at the ranch and want it to be transformed into a memorial, similar to Elvis Presley's Graceland.

[Jester]

The Debbie Rowe stuff is well known that she's just the surrogate and not the egg doner. As for Michael not being the biological father, does it matter? He loved and cared for those kids all their lives. He's the only father they ever knew.

[saiyan_monkey]

As for Michael not being the biological father, does it matter? He loved and cared for those kids all their lives. He's the only father they ever knew.

Very true. I just think they should just leave the kids alone.

[Barkworm]

It's stil kind of a disturbing story, isn't it? Especially the way Rowe keeps talking about the children...

[XERO]

And so, the drama continues...

[Mecha Cow]

Wasn't it always pretty obvious MJ wasn't the biological father? I don't see what difference it makes anyway.

[Katie]

it makes no difference. a father isn't necessarily the one who provided sperm....

Oh and here are the kids unmasked.....if you've never seen them......

http://i30.photobucket.com/albums/c346/katiemusume/art_jackson_kids_splash.jpg


and his will...if you're into reading boring court stuff:

Jackson's will (http://i2.cdn.turner.com/cnn/2009/images/07/01/michael.jackson.will.pdf)