MJ Studies Today XCIX
MJ Studies Today, March 2024, discusses Michael Jackson's Bad album and his live performance at the 1988 Grammy Awards ceremony. Continue reading
MJ Studies Today XCVII
MJ Studies Today, January 2024 looks at the number 7 as it pertains to Michael Jackson, and as the focus of various responses from members of his audience - his dedicated fans. Continue reading
MJ Studies Today XCVI
MJ Studies Today XCVU, Dec 2023, looks at the film Dear Michael by Joan Bover and the work of Marcos Cabotá, creator of the documentary Sonic Fantasy. Continue reading
Episode 74 – The Roots and Routes of Michael Jackson
Abstract: In Episode 74, Karin and Elizabeth have Dr Tristan Cabello as their guest to discuss the essay The Roots & Routes of Michael Jackson published in 2012 by Sylvia J Martin. In this compelling episode they answer questions about identity, influence, if MJ was politically used and much more. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and […]
MJ Studies Today XCV
MJ Studies Today for Nov 2023 is Part 2 of a discussion by Kerry columnist Hennigan on Michael Jackson as an advocate for social change, with a focus on his live performances of "Earth Song" on his HIStory world tour. Continue reading
MJ Studies Today XCIV
Abstract: This month, MJ Studies Today columnist Kerry Hennigan considers some of the protest songs and singers of the Sixties that paved the way for later socially conscious material like the Jacksons’ 1980 recording “Can You Feel It,” written by Michael Jackson and his brother Jackie. Years before “Man in the Mirror, this particular song […]
Episode 73 – 7 Years The Dangerous Philosophies Of Michael Jackson
Abstract: 7 Years ago, Elizabeth Amisu published her textbook The Dangerous Philosophies Of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife. In episode 73, Karin asks Elizabeth questions about the book, and she looks back on several chapters with Elizabeth. REFERENCE AS: Merx, Karin, and Elizabeth Amisu. “Episode 73 – ‘7 Years The […]
MJ Studies Today XCIII
MJ Studies Today columnist Kerry Hennigan looks at the various celebrations of what, in 2023, would have been Michael Jackson’s 65th birthday and at Paris Jackson’s suggestion for meaningful ways fans could celebrate her father if they want to do something he would really love. Continue reading