MJ Studies Today XX

Abstract: As she writes in this month’s MJ Studies Today column, Kerry Hennigan believes we can still learn a lot from Michael Jackson and his compassion for others. She explains that Michael had no constrictions when helping those in need. Column by Kerry Hennigan, editor of the monthly newsletter, A Candle for Michael, and administrator of […]

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Episode 27 – Part 2: 8 Years – 8 Short Films

Abstract: In Part 2: 8 Years – 8 Short Films, Karin and Elizabeth discuss The Way You Make Me Feel and Speed Demon. Also Happy Birthday to our Journal (3 years) and to Elizabeth (30 years). REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 27 – Part 2: 8 Years, 8 Short Films” Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives […]

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MJ Studies Today IXX

Abstract: Kerry Hennigan discusses the father figures in Michael Jackson’s career 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 IXX (14-07-2017).” The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies 4, no. 1 (2017). http://michaeljacksonstudies.org/mj-studies-today-ixx/. The Journal […]

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Episode 26 – Part 1: 8 Years – 8 Short films

Abstract: This year on June 25, we remember Michael Jackson. It is already 8 years ago that he passed away. In this episode, and the next three, Karin and Elizabeth discuss 8 short films of Michael Jackson. In this episode they talk about Can You Feel It  and Beat It short films. REFERENCE AS: Merx, […]

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MJ Studies Today XVIII

Abstract: Kerry Hennigan looks into the phenomenon of how Michael Jackson is missed by so many people when they have never met him personally or seen him in concert. 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. […]

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Episode 25 – The order of the songs on Michael Jackson’s Invincible Album

Abstract: Invincible and the order of the songs. Karin and Elizabeth, discuss the last studio album of Michael Jackson, Invincible. The main question is: Is there a specific order in the way Michael Jackson assembled the songs on his album Invincible, and to what extend do they have a relation to the various colours used on […]

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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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