New “King of Pop” Book Series Offers Song-by-Song History of Michael Jackson’s Music
A new three-volume series from London-based music historian Raphael A. Stone is aiming to walk through Michael Jackson’s recording career one song at a time, from the Jackson 5’s Motown debut through his solo catalog. Titled “King of Pop: The Definitive Song-by-Song History of Michael Jackson,” it is available in Kindle and paperback editions on Amazon.
Michael Jackson at 50: His Career by the Numbers and the Plans Left Unfinished
Michael Jackson died in Los Angeles on June 25, 2009, at the age of 50. For fans who were kids or teenagers then, 50 could feel like a full lifetime. Seventeen years later, the details of his final months and his career timeline show how much was packed into those five decades, and how much was still on the schedule.
Michael Jackson’s 1995 MTV VMAs Medley: Setlist, Slash and Why It Endures
Michael Jackson opened the 1995 MTV Video Music Awards with a roughly 15-minute medley that critics, MTV and fans still rank among the best live performances in the show’s history. The ceremony aired live on September 7, 1995, from Radio City Music Hall in New York, and MJ didn’t wait until the end of the night to deliver it.
“This Is Thriller” 2026: Heal LA Event at the Palace Theatre on October 24
The Heal Los Angeles Foundation is bringing its “This Is Thriller” fan event back to downtown Los Angeles on Saturday, October 24, at the Palace Theatre, a location tied to the making of Michael Jackson’s landmark short film. The foundation, co-founded by Prince Jackson, is hosting the evening for the third year at the venue, and the Eventbrite listing I reviewed showed it as sold out.
Michael Jackson at the 1988 Grammys: Iconic Performance, Zero Wins for “Bad”
Michael Jackson walked into the 30th Annual Grammy Awards with four nominations for “Bad” and left without a trophy, yet the performance he gave that night is still one of the most replayed moments in Grammy history. The ceremony took place on March 2, 1988, at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, hosted by Billy Crystal and broadcast on CBS.
Michael Jackson Reportedly Most-Searched Artist on Google in 2026 So Far
Michael Jackson is reportedly the most-searched artist on Google this year, according to multiple outlets and music accounts. The “so far” qualifier matters: the claim reflects year-to-date search interest, not a final ranking, and the year isn’t over.
Michael Jackson’s 1993 Soul Train Awards Performance While Injured
Michael Jackson’s 17-week reign at Billboard’s Top R&B Albums chart has come to an end. Beyoncé’s 20th-anniversary reissue of B’Day debuted at No. 1 on the chart dated September 19, pushing Thriller out of the top spot after a run that stretched across most of the year.
Bill Bray: Michael Jackson’s Longtime Security Chief and Father Figure
Bill Bray spent roughly a quarter century protecting Michael Jackson, and by many accounts he became far more than a bodyguard. With the 2026 biopic “Michael” bringing him back into the spotlight, the story of how the two men’s relationship began, strained and ended is drawing fresh attention.
Mike Tyson on Michael Jackson Backstage Snub: “It Broke My Ego”
Mike Tyson was the reigning heavyweight champion and one of the most famous people on Earth when, by his own account, Michael Jackson made him feel like a nobody. Tyson told the story on rapper T.I.’s ExpediTIously podcast in January 2020, and it ends with a surprising twist: the grudge he held for years turned into respect.
Michael Jackson’s Insecurity About His Appearance: What He Said and What Is Speculation
Michael Jackson was one of the most photographed people in the world, and the way he saw himself was a subject of public debate for decades. Some of what’s known comes directly from Jackson. Much of the rest comes from commentators who never examined him, which is worth keeping in mind when the conversation turns to diagnoses.
