Episode 10 – MJAS Exclusive: 7 Albums, 7 Songs, 7 Years (with Dr. Joe Vogel)
Abstract: This tenth episode stands in the light of Michael Jackson’s anniversary, seven years after his death. In this MJAS Exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin are joined by guest, fellow academic and author, Joseph Vogel, to discuss the seventh song of the seven adult solo albums of Michael Jackson. They explore the symbolism of the number seven and the meaning […]
Academic Book Review of ‘The Michael Jacksons: An Ethnographic Monograph’ by Lorena Turner
Abstract: The Michael Jacksons: An Ethnographic Monograph. By Lorena Turner. Los Angeles, California: Little Moth Press, 2014. $34.95/£24.07 approx. 40 full-colour Illus. 8 x 9.4 inches; 168 pages. Hardcover. 978-1628909555 Book review by Elizabeth Amisu, MA, PGCE, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic […]
MJ Studies Today VI (14-6-16)
Abstract: June 2016 is all about The Journal of Michael Jackson Studies on Vindication Day. Column by Elizabeth Amisu, MA, PGCE, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. REFERENCE AS: Amisu, Elizabeth. “MJ Studies Today VI (14-6-16).” The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies2, […]
Academic Book Review of ‘Defending A King ~ His Life & Legacy: A Michael Jackson Biography’ by Dr. Karen Moriarty
Abstract: Defending A King ~ His Life & Legacy: A Michael Jackson Biography. By Dr. Karen Moriarty. 2nded. United States: Outskirts Press, 2012. $20.95/£14.94 6 x 1.1 x 9 inches; 538 pages. Paperback. ISBN: 978-1432794422 Book review by Elizabeth Amisu, MA, PGCE, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael […]
Academic Book Review of ‘Making Michael: Inside the Career of Michael Jackson’ by Mike Smallcombe
Abstract:Making Michael: Inside the Career of Michael Jackson.By Mike Smallcombe. London: Clink Street Publishing, 2016. $14.05/£11.99 6 x 1 x 9 inches; 450 pages. Paperback. ISBN: 978-1910782514 Reviewed by Elizabeth Amisu, MA, PGCE, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. […]
Episode 8 – MJAS Exclusive: Michael Jackson & Prince Part I
Abstract: In this eighth episode, an MJAS Exclusive, Elizabeth and Karin are joined by guests, fellow academics, Lisha McDuff and Roberta Meek, to discuss Michael Jackson’s art, resonance and cultural impact alongside the late musician, Prince. In the first of two podcast episodes, we delve into facets of Jackson and Prince that you may never have thought of […]
MJ Studies Today V (15-05-16)
Abstract: May 2016 is all about the academic study of Michael Jackson’s art, cultural impact and critical reception. Column by Elizabeth Amisu, MA, PGCE, editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies and author of The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. REFERENCE AS: Amisu, Elizabeth. “MJ Studies Today V (15-5-16).” The Journal […]
Episode 7 – MJ 7 Meets Shakespeare 400
Abstract: In this seventh episode, Elizabeth and Karin discuss the fact that this year is the seventh anniversary since Michael Jackson’s death, and it is also the 400th anniversary since William Shakespeare’s. We draw several connections between the need to celebrate Shakespeare’s legacy and the ongoing debates about how to preserve Michael Jackson’s. As always, our discussions take […]