MJ Studies Today LXXI
MJ Studies Today for November 2021 looks at the Cirque du Soleil collaboration with the Michael Jackson Estate on two top-selling shows. Continue reading
MJ Studies Today LXX
Abstract: This month, MJ Studies Today columnist Kerry Hennigan takes us back twenty years to Michael Jackson’s 30th Anniversary concerts at Madison Square Garden and the dramatic events that followed the second show on the eve of 9/11. Kerry looks at Jackson’s efforts to fundraise for survivors and families of the victims of the attacks, […]
MJ Studies Today LXIX
Continuing the discussion of Michael Jackson’s Captain Eo film commenced in out column for July 2021. This time we look at the re-opening of Michael Jackson’s Captain Eo in 2010 in response to demand from a public hungry for more of the pop icon following his death in June 2009. Continue reading
Episode 50 – Exclusive
Abstract In this exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin talk about ten songs that they really like and why. A non-academic birthday conversation about the music of Michael Jackson. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 50 – Exclusive The 10 songs of Karin & Elizabeth – MJAS Exclusive” Podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An […]
MJ Studies Today LXVIII
MJ Studies Today, Aug 2021, looks at Michael Jackson’s relationship with Japan, where his fans have a particular understanding of his nature that is unique to that country. Kerry Hennigan looks at the qualities exhibited by Jackson that have special significance in Japanese cultural traditions, a country where his “otherness” is revered rather than reviled. Continue reading
MJ Studies Today LXVII
MJ Studies Today for July 2021 looks at Michael Jackson’s 3D film Captain Eo made by the Disney Corporation for screening in its amusement parks commencing 1986. Kerry Hennigan looks at the film in the context of its being an opportunity for Jackson to combine his love of Disney and his love of film, in particular films like Star Wars and E.T. Continue reading
Episode 49 – MJAS Exclusive – Faking It
Abstract In this exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin discuss the program Faking It of the streaming service Discovery+. They analyse the footage, the premise and the way they try to shoehorn Michael Jackson into an abuser role by way of using debunked and highly questionable footage as the source. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. […]
“Hold me like the River Jordan.” Remembering Michael Jackson on the twelfth anniversary of 25 June 2009
Abstract: In this article, Kerry Hennigan recounts her personal memories of the day Michael Jackson died and the impact it had on her and many others. She considers the unique nature of the artist and the problems he had in trusting those who envied his fame and success. In reflecting on what has happened in […]
MJ Studies Today LXVI
MJ Studies Today, June 2021, looks at anniversary re-issues of the King of Pop's adult solo albums, including Thriller25 and Bad25. But what about Dangerous and HIStory? Continue reading
Episode 48 – Part 2 On The Wall
Abstract In part 2 of On The Wall, Elizabeth and Karin discuss the exhibition guided by the catalogue and the art and artists curated by Elizabeth. They walk you through the exhibition as if they are there explaining what they see and put it into context. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 48 […]