MJ Studies Today LXVI

MJ Studies Today, June 2021, looks at anniversary re-issues of the King of Pop’s adult solo albums, including Thriller25 and Bad25. But what about Dangerous and HIStory? Read More …

Femmes Fatale – The ‘Dangerous Woman’ Narrative

Abstract: From as early as his 1982 Billie Jean short film, it has been apparent that Michael Jackson had a distinct fascination with Film Noir, the Classical Hollywood Cinema movement, which was popularized in the post-war era. In this opinion piece, Jan Carlson carries out an in-depth analysis of Read More …

Episode 19 – Celebrating Dangerous 25: Michael Jackson’s ‘Dancing the Dream’

Abstract: This episode is a celebration of Michael Jackson’s 1991 album, Dangerous, which has its 25th anniversary this month. Karin, Elizabeth, and special guest, author Andy Healy discuss Michael Jackson’s 1992 publication, Dancing the Dream: Poems & Reflections. The three researchers draw new conclusions inspired by the chapter, ‘On Michael Read More …

Episode 13 – MJAS Exclusive: Michael Jackson 58th Birthday: MJ & Afrocentricity

Abstract: This thirteenth episode is a celebration of Michael Jackson’s 58th birthday. Karin and Elizabeth’s conversation explores Michael Jackson and Afrocentricity, the predominantly American study of the history of black Africa. They discuss the many ways in which Michael Jackson was aware of, knowledgeable about, and proud of his African-American heritage, Read More …