MJ Studies Today XXVII

Abstract: In this column Kerry Hennigan looks at Michael Jackson’s performances of “Earth Song” on awards shows, and specifically the BRITs Awards in 1996 and the controversy that was generated by protests at what some thought of as his depiction of himself as a Christ-like Read More …

Academic Book Review of ‘Earth Song: Michael Jackson and the Art of Compassion’ by Joseph Vogel

Abstract: Earth Song: Michael Jackson and the Art of Compassion by Joseph Vogel. USA: BlakeVision Books, 2017. £11.99 [Paperback]/£3.67 [Digital] 14 x 0.7 x 21.6 cm; 120 pages. ISBN: 978-1976106477 Reviewed by Elizabeth Amisu, MA, PGCE, author of ‘The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Read More …

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. Read More …

An Interview with Joseph Vogel

Abstract: This interview is part of our ongoing coverage of unique and dynamic authors who have written compelling monographs about Michael Jackson. In it, Joe Vogel, author of ‘Man in the Music: The Creative Life and Work of Michael Jackson, discusses his process and his research. REFERENCE AS:  Read More …