good morning! i'm sure by now most of you have heard the newly released michael jackson track this is it - which also happens to be the name of what was supposed to be his comeback show - and has now been turned into a movie after his untimely death this past june (using all the rehearsal footage taken) opening in theaters for two weeks starting on october 28th (i already have tickets to see it on october 30th) the song is decent enough - he does sound great - i totally teared up a little bit upon first listen ... it's still hard to believe he actually passed away! check out the song for yourself below - i'm curious to hear what everyone else thinks! popbytes over & out for now ... xoxo
hey kids! here's the brand new trailer for the upcoming michael jackson movie this is it - carefully pieced together from hours of rehearsal and backstage footage taken over the past few months before his untimely death on june 25th - i cannot wait to see this when it opens on october 28th - it looks amazing but it will be sad too knowing that he's gone (tickets go on sale starting september 27th) right now it's being released for a two-week limited engagement but i bet sony will extend that (and manage to have the DVD out just in time for the holidays) popbytes over & out for now ... xoxo
good evening! oh it's been yet another emotionally draining day ... i would have liked to have stayed home to watch the live telecast of michael jackson's public memorial held here in downtown los angeles earlier this morning but unfortunately i couldn't take the day off (i would have if i had been selected for tickets) i caught most of it online but i had a meeting that landed right in the middle (let's just say i was not a happy camper) i thought the memorial was really well done ... the performances were touching & heartfelt but hands down the most emotional moment was at the end when michael's 11-year-old daughter paris katherine spoke briefly - saying ever since I was born, daddy has been the best father you could ever imagine, and I just wanted to say I love him so much. that moment really brought it all home - i've cried a bunch of times since he suddenly passed away on june 25th but i held back tears today until she spoke - it's still hard to believe the king of pop is forever gone - may he finally rest in peace! michael jackson we miss & love you more than you'll ever know - xoxo
hey everyone - it's almost hard to believe michael jackson has been gone for an entire week now - of course i can't seem to get MJ out of my mind - i was so saddened to see the small clip below released today of michael rehearsing the song they don't really care about us (one of my favorites) on june 23rd ... just two days before his untimely and sudden passing - originally i didn't know if he had enough stamina & strength to pull off his 50 london comeback shows but the video clearly shows he was up to the challenge ... what an amazing show it would have been ... i cannot believe no one will ever get to see the real thing! i seriously hope more footage from the rehearsal is released - it's our last chance to see what he was working on! also below you'll find the four covers entertainment weekly released to honor the life of michael jackson - plus there's a couple of shots of mr. jackson through the years (including one of him w/ princess diana) my gosh - what a strange week it has been - i still can't get over it! i'm thinking i might try to attend his memorial service being held at staples center on tuesday morning - tomorrow details are being released on how to secure free tickets - it's going to be a total zoo but i'd imagine it will be more organized than if it was held up at neverland - i'd really love to pay my final respects to the king of pop! popbytes over & out ... xoxo
good morning! after listening to michael jackson non-stop since his untimely death this past thursday - i simply had to post this incredible megamix i came across featuring sixteen of his best tracks all mixed into one amazing medley! the past few days have been beyond surreal - i certainly never thought mr. jackson's passing would affect me as much as it has - i've been really sad & reflective over the past few days but on the other hand listening to all his music and watching his videos has definitely put a smile on my face - he'd totally want us to celebrate - rather than mourn! i know he's in a better place right now - i can't thank him enough for all that he left us - my gosh - his musical legacy is truly legendary! popbytes over & out for now ... xoxo
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how's everybody holding up? i'm still having trouble with the unexpected passing of michael jackson (i know there are cynics out there but i'm not having any of that here on popbytes) i've been listening to his music non-stop - i've got his videos playing on one TV (the other is tuned to CNN) i also keep thinking about how i would sometimes make snarky swipes at him for being so bizarre - there's no question that he danced to the beat of a very different drummer - but who am i to be so judgmental? his sudden death took me by complete surprise (along with everyone else i know) i guess hindsight is always 20/20 - i'm glad to know he'll always be remembered for the incredible musical legacy he left us - icons like michael jackson are few & far between ... i can't even imagine anyone ever being able to top his superstar status! i'm grateful to have been witness to part of his brilliant career - my only regret is not having seen him perform live! i figured if his comeback shows went off without a hitch - he'd bring the tour here eventually but sadly we'll never know what might have been! make sure to visit time magazine's comprehensive web coverage - below is the commemorative cover being released on monday - i love the shot selected - taken by famed photographer herb ritts - i'm so going to pick myself up a copy - i still can't believe he's really gone! popbytes over & out for tonight ... xoxo
oh my gosh - i'm still in a state of utter shock over the very unexpected death of michael jackson earlier today (right on the heels of farrah fawcett sadly losing her long battle with cancer) he was rushed to the hospital after being found unconscious (most likely dead) at an estate in los angeles' holmby hills neighborhood where he was staying while gearing up for his highly anticipated comeback tour (more details will be coming out after an autopsy is performed) now i've said a number of things about his eccentric and oddball ways (he was definitely a strange character) but nobody can ever touch his incredible musical legacy - he will be forever the king of pop! i'll never forget when i was probably about 7 years old - the easter bunny brought me thriller on vinyl (which i still have today) i worshiped him when i was a little kid - who didn't? although i wasn't sure if he was up to performing fifty shows - part of me was really hoping that somehow he was going to kick total ass and revive his career - but now we'll never know what might have happened (i keep saying out loud to myself ... i can't believe i'm writing about the passing of michael jackson) this is such a huge loss - my thoughts go out to his family and three children - i'm totally getting flashbacks from the last iconic death - when princess diana passed away suddenly in 1997 - i am NOT comparing them to each other by any means yet both were pop icons in their own right and adored all over the world - below you'll find some quotes on michael's death (i'll keep adding in new ones) along with a video of man in the mirror which i like to consider mr. jackson's anthem - hands down one of his best songs ever! i was at work when i heard about his death - i managed to keep my composure but when i got in the car - that song came on the radio and i immediately burst into tears - MJ is already missed more than he could ever know - michael jackson may you rest in peace - we love you - and you will never be forgotten
"Rarely has the world received a gift with the magnitude of artistry, talent, and vision as Michael Jackson. He was a true musical icon whose identifiable voice, innovative dance moves, stunning musical versatility, and sheer star power carried him from childhood to worldwide acclaim. A 13-time Grammy recipient, Michael's career transcends musical and cultural genres and his contributions will always keep him in our hearts and memories. We are deeply saddened by this tragic news and our hearts go out to his family and to music lovers around the globe who mourn this great loss." Neil Portnow - President/CEO, The Recording Academy®
"Just as there will never be another Fred Astaire or Chuck Berry or Elvis Presley, there will never be anyone comparable to Michael Jackson. His talent, his wonderment and his mystery make him legend." Steven Spielberg [source]
"I can't stop crying over the sad news. I have always admired Michael Jackson. The world has lost one of the greats, but his music will live on forever! My heart goes out to his three children and other members of his family. God bless." Madonna
"I am absolutely devastated at this tragic and unexpected news. For Michael to be taken away from us so suddenly at such a young age, I just don't have the words. Divinity brought our souls together on The Wiz and allowed us to do what we were able to throughout the 80's. To this day, the music we created together on "Off The Wall," "Thriller" and "Bad" is played in every corner of the world and the reason for that is because he had it all...talent, grace, professionalism and dedication. He was the consummate entertainer and his contributions and legacy will be felt upon the world forever." Quincy Jones
"I can't find the words right now to express how deeply saddened I am by Michael's passing. We have lost a genius and a true ambassador of not only Pop music but of all music. He has been an inspiration to multiple generations and I will always cherish the moments I shared with him on stage and all of the things I learned about music from him and the time we spent together. My heart goes out to his family and loved ones." Justin Timberlake
"Dame Elizabeth Taylor is too devastated by the passing of her dear friend Michael Jackson to issue a statement at this time." Elizabeth Taylor's Rep
"I am so very sad and confused with every emotion possible. I am heartbroken for his children, who I know were everything to him, and for his family. This is such a massive loss on so many levels. Words fail me." Lisa Marie Presley
"I am heartbroken. My prayers go out to the Jackson family, and my heart goes out to his children. Let us remember him for his unparalleled contribution to the world of music, his generosity of spirit in his quest to heal the world, and the joy he brought to his millions of devoted fans throughout the world. I feel blessed to have performed with him several times and to call him my friend. No artist will ever take his place. His star will shine forever." Mariah Carey
"I am so devastated by this terrible news. From the beginning of my career, he was my idol in show business. He was a genius and an incredible artist! I remember when I was growing up and watching him on TV, and all his videos...I had his poster on my wall...he was so amazing...his singing, his writing, his dancing. ...It's unbelievable that he's no longer with us." Celine Dione
"In one of the darkest moments of our lives we find it hard to find the words appropriate to this sudden tragedy we all had to encounter. Our beloved son, brother and father of three children has gone so unexpectedly, in such a tragic way and much too soon. It leaves us, his family, speechless and devastated to a point, where communication with the outside world seems almost impossible at times. We miss Michael endlessly, our pain cannot be described in words. But Michael would not want us to give up now. So we want to thank all of his faithful supporters and loyal fans worldwide, you - who Michael loved so much. Please do not despair, because Michael will continue to live on in each and every one of you. Continue to spread his message, because that is what he would want you to do. Carry on, so his legacy will live forever. My grandchildren are deeply moved by all the love and support you have shown for them and their father, Michael Jackson." Joseph Jackson & Family [source]
i don't know about you - but i think the former 'king of pop' aka michael jackson should at least start to practice looking like a normal human being - he's got those fifty shows coming up over in london kicking off in july (which is only like three months away) he doesn't look like he's even close to being ready to perform! he was out shopping in beverly hills yesterday - all bundled up looking like a freakshow (surgical mask and all) plus it was sweltering outside - he must have been so hot! (thankfully today was a drop cooler) with his completely sold out 'comeback' shows not far off - he seriously needs to make a few appearances out & about looking normal - is he going to do his thing looking like below? gosh - who knows when it comes to michael jackson - i'm super curious to hear how opening night goes - and also how many shows he'll cancel - you know he's totally going to call off a few - i just can't see him doing it fifty times! i'd like to hope he kicks major ass at his shows and proves he's still got that magical pop touch but i doubt that's going to happen - i guess we'll find out soon enough! popbytes over & out for now ... xoxo
...in plastic! good morning - and yes you heard me right - the former king of pop michael jackson is rumored to be interested in having his body donated to dr. gunther von hagens - who is in charge of that whole creepy & disturbing body worlds exhibit - apparently mr. jackson wants to be plastinated after his death and put on display for the whole world to see! it turns out that during his attempted comeback shows in london - the eerie exhibit will still be on display at the O2 arena - the same place mr. jackson happens to be playing! we all know he's a bit on the eccentric side but this seems way out of control! but at this point - we know when it comes to michael jackson to expect the unexpected - this would just be the final (everlasting) chapter in his very bizarre life (maybe he should get his nose plastinated now so it doesn't fall off!) popbytes over & out for now ... xoxo
A source said: "Michael has always been fascinated by new technologies which allow humans to cheat ageing, death and decomposition. Dr Von Hagens has found a way to avoid the last of these and Michael naturally regards it as one of the major scientific breakthroughs in recent history. He's definitely up for undergoing the procedure when the time comes. He's also convinced there is an uncanny affinity between the two men - both are regarded as eccentrics, both are famous for wearing fedoras and both are at the O2 at the same time." SOURCE
