CHAPTER 2 – THE COUNTER-HEGEMONIC COMMODITY: A “BAD” SOLUTION TO THE HEGEMONY PROBLEM

Michael Jackson doesn’t fit neatly into the role of producer, since we consume not only the music he makes but also him and his performances. This signals that a more comprehensive model than the two presented in the introduction must be constructed to better understand the way he and his music affect cultural reproduction. Stuart […]

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MJ Studies Today X

Abstract: In the October column, Kerry Hennigan talks about the role of advocacy as part of the Michael Jackson fan phenomenon. 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 X (14-10-16).” […]

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Studying Michael Jackson’s Visual Art: 4 Subjects in Michael Jackson’s Art

Abstract This online video series is designed to show learners how they can understand Michael Jackson as an artist through his visual art. Lecture by Karin Merx BMus, MA, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of  A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De […]

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Episode 17 – The Isle is Full of Noises

Abstract: In this seventeenth episode Karin and Elizabeth discuss the academic essay ‘‘The Isle Is Full Of Noises’: Revisiting The Peter Pan Of Pop’, which Elizabeth wrote in 2014, while researching and writing The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. Elizabeth also answers questions asked by followers of […]

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The Michael Jackson Respect Portrait by Karin Merx

Abstract: The Michael Jackson Respect Portrait is a portrait of Michael Jackson illustrated by the artist, Karin Merx. Author, Elizabeth Amisu, who is the private owner of The Michael Jackson Respect Portrait was particularly concerned that high status black individuals be given a prerequisite amount of coverage in the museums and establishments of Western culture. It was apparent that […]

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Studying Michael Jackson’s Visual Art: 4 Ways Michael Jackson’s Visual Art Reflects His Persona

Abstract This online video series is designed to show learners how they can understand Michael Jackson as an artist through his visual art. Lecture by Karin Merx BMus, MA, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of  A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De […]

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Studying Michael Jackson’s Visual Art: 4 Important Things to Know About Michael Jackson as Visual Artist

Abstract: This online video series is designed to show learners how they can understand Michael Jackson as an artist through his visual art. Lecture by Karin Merx BMus, MA, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of  A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De […]

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Studying Michael Jackson’s Visual Art: 4 Reasons to ‘read’ ‘Kunstwerke von Michael Jackson’

Abstract: This online video series is designed to show learners how they can understand Michael Jackson as an artist through his visual art. Lecture by Karin Merx BMus, MA, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, and author of  A festive parade of highlights. La Grande Parade as evaluation of the museum policy of Edy De Wilde […]

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Episode 16 – A Celebration of the Book Release of ‘The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson’

Abstract: This sixteenth episode is an exclusive celebration of the release of  The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife,  which is released today, 30th September, 2016. In this last interview of the series with the author Elizabeth Amisu, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, Karin asks […]

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MJ Studies Today IX

Abstract: September 2016 introduces new columnist, Kerry Hennigan, who takes a look at ‘the impact of Michael Jackson on popular culture’ and ‘the many ways fans have of expressing their appreciation of, and love for him.’ 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. […]

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