Episode 012 – HairCast

Jamon and Q discuss recently released footage of Michael rehearsing to Billie Jean in 2001, newly published photos of Michael and his family from the 1970’s onwards, the Munich Memorial Petition and the Michael Jackson Estate’s fourth Accounting Report. Following this, a reflection on the recent and unfortunate death of Captain EO composer James Horner, Janet Jackson’s new single and BET appearance and finally, the prospective sale of Neverland Valley Ranch.

News
UK tribute artist, choreographer, author and media personality Anthony King has released new footage of Michael Jackson rehearsing Billie Jean for his 30th Anniversary Celebration concerts in 2001.
Alex DeJean and Time publish never before seen photographs of Michael and The Jacksons from the 1970’s and Hamid Moslehi has also released photos of Michael from a range of eras, including his rehearsals with Britney Spears for his 30th Anniversary concerts in 2001.
German MJ fans have invited fans from around the world to sign this  Munich Memorial Petition.
The Michael Jackson Estate’s fourth Accounting Report document summary as published by Ivy of DailyMichael.com.
James Horner, famed composer of Captain EO has tragically and suddenly passed away.
Janet Jackson has released the first single from her first album, entitled No Sleeep and recently appeared on the 2015 BET Awards.

Discussion Topic
Jamon and Q’s thoughts on the sale of Neverland Valley Ranch as discussed by Forbes and DailyMichael.com. Also take a look at Enola Lee’s website Neverland – For Michael, For Love, Forever to see some amazing photographs of Neverland, and more!
An announcement of the winners of our competition for three copies of D Francis’ book Michael Jackson: Innocent – 28 February 2005 Book 1.

Finds of the Week
Jamon – The Kelly Alexander Show and their 20th Anniversary of Scream episode which features an exclusive interview with choreographer Tina Landon.
Q – E82 The Epcot Legacy’s Captain EO: The Complete Experience album

Additional Links
Michael Jackson’s 30th Anniversary Special
The 3T song Why from their debut album, Brotherhood
Piers Morgan’s 2012 interview with Katherine Jackson
60 Minutes’ The Resurrection of Michael Jackson segment with a special interview with Karen Langford, the Archivist of the Michael Jackson Estate
Nick*’s remix of 2Bad. Check out his Soundcloud page as well!
Author D Francis’ book Michael Jackson: Innocent – 28 February 2005 Book 1 on Amazon

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Episode 009 – Sausage Fest?

Episode 009 - Sausage Fest? YouTube ArtJamon and Q discuss a range of exciting issues with guests Jerome Horne and Marni Carlsson. Topics include The Jackson’s recent appearance on American Idol and their upcoming ‘Proms in the Park’ performance, a new Janet Jackson album for 2015 and further discussion on Dimitri Reeves and the Baltimore Riots. We also delve into a fantastic question which was sent in by listener Austin Ernst around what Michael would be doing artistically if he were still alive. Please note, the recording of this show wrapped just minutes prior to Janet Jackson announcing her new album and world tour on the 16th of May, 2015. We’re pretty good at predicting the future though right…?

News
The Jackson’s performance on the American Idol Season 14 finale.
The Jacksons to headline BBC’s Proms in the Park 2015.
New Janet Jackson album coming in 2015?
Revisiting the Baltimore Riots and Dimitri Reeves.

Discussion Topic
Austin Ernst AKA @TheCreativeArtAPE asks on Twitter “If Michael would’ve never passed, where would he be and what do you think he’d be doing right now in terms of the arts?”

Finds of the Week
Q – Le P’s History remix on Soundcloud
Jerome Horne – Best of Billie Jean Live montage on YouTube
Marni Carlsson – S.H. Figuarts ‘Smooth Criminal’ Michael Jackson action figure on Amazon
Jamon – Where Michael Got His Looks: Michael Jackson’s Beautiful Grandmother Crystal Lee King-Jackson. An article by Raven at AllForLoveBlog.

Additional Links
Prince’s song Baltimore on Soundcloud
Marni Carlsson’s ‘MJ 50 Files’ Max Music TV Spot
Damien Shields’ ‘MJ 50 Files’ Max Music TV Spot
Damien ShieldsXscape Origins book
JankinsMoonwalk Talks Michael Jackson podcast
Jerome Horne’s FacebookTwitter and Instagram accounts

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Episode 003 – Syl Mortilla Special

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On The MJCast’s first special, Jamon and Q interview acclaimed author Syl Mortilla on his book ‘The First Book of Michael’. Topics include Syl’s writing process, the book itself, discussion around Michael’s art and legacy and how his art has been handled post June 2009.

Links
Syl Mortilla’s official website/blog
Syl Mortilla’s Facebook and Twitter pages
‘The First Book of Michael’ on Amazon and Smashwords
Warren Eagles’ ‘Grading Michael Jackson’ article on the International Colorist Academy’s website
Michael Jackson’s Legacy – a charitable organisation dedicated to continuing Michael Jackson’s humanitarian legacy.

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Episode 000 – Testing, Testing, Testing!

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Why there’s a need for a Michael Jackson podcast, how to connect with us online and how I became a Michael Jackson fan!

Discussion
Michael Jackson’s 30th Anniversary Special

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Here’s to the Crazy Ones

Yesterday morning I sat down in my home office to do a mic test for the upcoming Michael Jackson podcast ‘The MJCast’. I wanted to use some meaningful words rather than something random, so I went with some dialogue once spoken by Steve Jobs. What I didn’t know then was that the vocal dialogue I chose to record would eventually evolve into a tribute of sorts. When I listened back to the audio file, I found myself inspired to create a Michael Jackson version of ‘The Crazy Ones’. This video is a compilation of some of my favourite Michael Jackson footage with music and words from the brilliant Apple ad campaign ‘Think Different’, from the late 90’s. Michael and Steve are both people I admire for their positive and monumental influence on humanity. I hope you enjoy watching this video as much as I had fun making it. It sums up how I feel about Michael and hopefully that shines through in The MJCast as well.