MJ Studies Today XVII

Abstract: Kerry Hennigan describes why she had the feeling Michael Jackson was different from his siblings when she visited the Michael Jackson One show in Las Vegas. Column by Kerry Hennigan, editor of the monthly newsletter, A Candle for Michael, and administrator of the widely-subscribed Facebook group, Michael Jackson’s Short Film ‘Ghosts. REFERENCE AS: Hennigan, Kerry. “MJ Studies […]

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Episode 24 – Analysing Michael Jackson’s ‘Who Is It’

Abstract: In this brand new episode, Karin and Elizabeth, analyse Michael Jackson’s short film Who is It. The main question is: To what extent can ‘Who is It’ give us insight into Gender, Race & Sexuality other than the betrayal of a man by a woman? REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 24 – Analysing […]

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MJ Studies Today XVI

Abstract: In this column, Kerry Hennigan analyses Earth Song, the meaning and importance of this classic in Michael Jackson’s catalogue. Column by Kerry Hennigan, editor of the monthly newsletter, A Candle for Michael, and administrator of the widely-subscribed Facebook group, Michael Jackson’s Short Film ‘Ghosts. REFERENCE AS: Hennigan, Kerry. “MJ Studies Today XVI (14-04-2017).” The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic […]

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MJ Studies Today XV

Abstract: In this column, Kerry Hennigan discusses the way fans express their passion and solidarity with Michael Jackson. Column by Kerry Hennigan, editor of the monthly newsletter, A Candle for Michael, and administrator of the widely-subscribed Facebook group, Michael Jackson’s Short Film ‘Ghosts. REFERENCE AS: Hennigan, Kerry. “MJ Studies Today XV (14-03-2017).” The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies […]

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Episode 23 – Michael Jackson as an Actor

Abstract: In this episode, Karin and Elizabeth, discuss Michael Jackson as an actor. The focus on his life, performance, film and how he was able, and what he used to play his audience. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 23 – Michael Jackson as an Actor” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. […]

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Academic Book Review of The King of Style: Dressing Michael Jackson by Michael Bush

Abstract: The King of Style: Dressing Michael Jackson by Michael Bush (Insight Editions, 2012) $45.00 9.2 x 1 x 12.8 inches: 216 pages. Hardcover. ISBN-13: 9781608871513 Reviewed by Nada Basheer, an avid non-fiction reader and reviewer, a long-time Michael Jackson fan and student. She blogs at http://missoverloved.blogspot.ae/ and tweets @overloved. REFERENCE AS: Basheer, Nada. “Academic […]

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MJ Studies today XIV

Abstract: In this column, Kerry Hennigan wonders why Michael Jackson suggested burning tabloids while knowing the history of the burning of books and pamphlets in the medieval period, and the Nazi book burning. Column by Kerry Hennigan, editor of the monthly newsletter, A Candle for Michael, and administrator of the widely-subscribed Facebook group, Michael Jackson’s Short Film ‘Ghosts. REFERENCE […]

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Episode 22 – International Michael Jackson Research

Abstract: In this episode, Karin, Elizabeth, and guest Ivana Recmanova discuss topics and articles of international Michael Jackson research. They talk about research from the Biblical, Philosophical, Gender and posthumous perspectives. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 22 – Michael Jackson in International Research” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation 3, no. 4 (2017). Published […]

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An Interview with Brice Najar

Abstract: This interview is part of our ongoing coverage of unique and dynamic academics covering Michael Jackson in educational establishments and institutions worldwide. In it, author Brice Najar discusses the books he wrote on Michael Jackson, especially his last on Let’s Make HIStory REFERENCE AS:  Najar, Brice. “An Interview with Brice Najar.” Interview, The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic […]

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MJ Studies Today XIII

Abstract: In the first column of this year, Kerry Hennigan continues her research to Michael Jackson’s fascination for the film noir genre. Column by Kerry Hennigan, editor of the monthly newsletter, A Candle for Michael, and administrator of the widely-subscribed Facebook group, Michael Jackson’s Short Film ‘Ghosts. REFERENCE AS: Hennigan, Kerry. “MJ Studies Today XIII (14-01-2017).” The […]

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