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    Michael Jackson Superstar: The King Of Pop!
    Michael Jackson Superstar: The King Of Pop!
    Michael Jackson Superstar: The King Of Pop!
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    Michael Jackson Superstar: The King Of Pop!

    By Manuel Braschi

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    Michael Jackson is the most commercially successful recording artist of all time. He has sold more than 500 million records and has won more awards than any other artist. But as we all know he was much more than just a singer. He was a dancer, choreographer, songwriter, producer, visionary, filmmaker and humanitarian. His music and videos have touched so many people that he can now no longer even be regarded as a mere recording artist - he is a pop culture phenomenon.

    This new 120 page color e-Book is a memorial, a celebration and a tribute to the "King Of Pop" Michael Jackson. It is a beautiful presentation & celebration of the life of Michael Jackson and his accomplishments during his lifetime. It includes his early years and how he rose to fame and power. His biography is very extensive, up to date and very informative. This unique e-book is filled from beginning to end with beautiful pictures of himself, with his family and with other celebrities. It is a "Must See" book for all his fans in remembrance of this amazing musical prodigy and his uniqueness as a human being. 

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherManuel Braschi
    Release dateJan 9, 2017
    ISBN9781386325642
    Michael Jackson Superstar: The King Of Pop!
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      Michael Jackson Superstar - Manuel Braschi

      © 2017 Manuel Braschi. All Rights Reserved.

      Michael Jackson Superstar

      The King Of Pop!

      You Shall Always Be Remembered...

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      Manuel Braschi

      © 2017 Manuel Braschi. All Rights Reserved.

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      American superstar Michael Jackson was born in Gary, Indiana in 1958 and has been entertaining audiences nearly his entire life. His father, Joseph Jackson, had been a guitarist but was forced to give up his musical ambitions following his marriage to Katherine (Scruse). Together they prodded their growing family's musical interests at home. By the early 60s the older boys Jackie, Tito and Jermaine had begun performing around the city; by 1964 Michael and Marlon had joined in.

      At first, the Jackson Family performers consisted of Michael's older brothers Tito, Jermaine, and Jackie. Michael joined his siblings when he was five, and emerged as the group's lead vocalist. He showed remarkable range and depth for such a young performer, impressing audiences with his ability to convey complex emotions. Older brother Marlon also became a member of the group, which evolved into the Jackson 5.

      The Jackson 5 Era, 1963-1975, would see young Michael burst onto the music scene with his brothers, The Jackson 5. Michael would also cut his first solo record at the tender age of 13 and establish himself as an accomplished and polished performer. These years were a whirlwind of performances, recording, television appearances, interviews and constant touring.

      Michael Jackson’s biggest dream as a child was to become a singer. His brothers, Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon had already formed a small musical group and had been practicing around the house. Young Michael wanted to join the group, but was thought to be too young. In 1963, Michael, at the age of only five, performed an amazing rendition of Climb Every Mountain for his class at Garnett Elementary School in Gary, Indiana. His performance moved many teachers to tears and he received a standing ovation. Immediately after his stunning performance, little Michael was invited into the Jackson brother’s group as their lead singer.

      Joseph Jackson, the boys’ father, took on the role of manager for The Jackson 5 and began to rehearse them before and after they went to school. He helped polish and mould the group by adding the latest songs to their repertoire and checking out what the top musicians were doing. Michael would also study the greats on television- such as James Brown and Jackie Wilson to learn the newest dance steps in order to add them to The Jackson 5’s routines.

      The Jackson 5 won their first talent contest at Gary’s Roosevelt High School with a rendition of My Girl. Michael says that after that, they won every talent contest they entered in Gary. Joseph started to invest more money in the group by buying new musical equipment for the boys- microphones, amplifiers and guitars.

      The Jackson Five started gaining a reputation for being great performers in their hometown and they got their first paid gig at a nightclub called Mr. Lucky’s. They also performed at other nightclubs in Gary, earning their payment when coins and notes were thrown onto the stage after each performance. The boys were joined by two neighborhood friends- Johnny Jackson on drums and Ronny Rancifer on keyboards.

      Soon, The Jackson 5 were on the Chitlin’ circuit, which took them to Chicago, where they won amateur night at the Regal Theatre three weeks in a row. Here, they opened for acts such as The Temptations, The Emotions, Jackie Wilson and the O’Jays.

      In August 1967, The Jackson 5 performed at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem for their amateur night. The Apollo’s amateur night audience was known to performers as the toughest audience around. Many performers had been discovered here and it was an important night for the young group. After their set, The Jackson 5 won first prize and brought the house down.

      After winning a talent contest at Beckman Junior High in Gary, Gordon Keith of Steeltown Records asked The Jackson 5 to sign a contract with his label. It was their first official recording contract and The Jackson 5 immediately began recording. Their first single was released in late 1967, called Big Boy. Although it never charted, it became a big regional hit.

      In May 1968, The Jackson 5 were invited back to the Apollo, this time for a paid performance. They were also invited back to the Regal in July. While in Chicago, they opened for bobby Taylor and the Vancouvers at the High Chaparral Club. Taylor was so impressed by the group that he phoned Motown’s creative department to suggest that The Jackson 5 be allowed to audition for Motown. Artists and executives at Motown had heard through word of mouth that The Jackson 5 were an up and coming group, and while concerns were raised about their ages, the excitement the group generated could not be denied. Ralph Seltzer of Motown’s creative department asked Bobby Taylor to bring them in for an audition in Detroit.

      On the 23rd of July, 1968, The Jackson 5 auditioned for Motown. Although the record company’s president, Berry Gordy, was not present, several members of Motown’s creative department were there to witness and video tape the audition for Gordy. After performing an impressive set with I Got the Feeling and Who’s Lovin’ You, the audition tape was sent to Gordy, who decided to sign the group immediately.

      On the 26h of July, 1968, The Jackson 5 were officially signed to Motown Records. Michael Jackson was just 9 years old. Their first engagement for Motown was a benefit concert for the mayor of Gary,

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