The Epic of Michael Jackson
WNEW | Where Rock Lives —
There are a couple of ways to look back on the life and career of Michael Jackson . One is to dwell on the spectacle he made of himself on the downside of that career. The cable news channels are playing up this angle, and a lot of people are buying into it. "One less freak in the world," a caller told a radio DJ yesterday after the news of Jackson's death was announced. While it's true that Jackson's behavior had been unsavory and freakish for a long time, it's mean-spirited to dwell on only that. For one thing, the man had a family (his children are 12, 11, and 7). And for another, dwelling on the downside of his career ignores the history he made ...
Remembering Michael Jackson
70's Classic Rock —
Hey guys I hope all have been doing good. Well I'm sitting here watching the Michael Jackson Memorial Celebration live on CNN, a tear drop racing down my cheek followed by another. The tears and lump in my throat aren't from sadness, but rather the incredible respect I have for this artist. I can't help but appreciate the impact that his music has had in my life. His songs remind me of first loves, Saturday morning smiles, summer breezes, growing up and venturing into the world, starting a family, raising my boys and cross country road trips with the family. Songs like I Want You Back, I'll Be There and Got To Be There ...
Remembering Michael Jackson
Rock And Roll Blog —
[image] Hey guys I hope all have been doing good. Well I’m sitting here watching the Michael Jackson Memorial Celebration live on CNN, a tear drop racing down my cheek followed by another. The tears and lump in my throat aren’t from sadness, but rather the incredible respect I have for this artist. I can’t help but appreciate the impact that his music has had in my life. His songs remind me of first loves, Saturday morning smiles, summer breezes, growing up and venturing into the world, starting a family, raising my boys and cross country road trips with the family. Songs like I Want You Back , I’ll Be There and Got To Be ...



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