Explotation has undoubtedly been a major repercussion of Michael Jackson's death. It seems like everybody has something to say, some tidbit of mostly worthless information about MJ that they need to capitalize on. In the past three days, I've seen two news specials dealing with this, one particularly devoted to MJ and one that touches on the explotation of dead stars in general.
The first was a Dateline special called "The Michael Jackson Tapes." One of Michael's "friends," Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, discussed their friendship and personal conversations that he and MJ had had over the years. The man played parts of these recorded yet private conversations during the special. I couldn't believe it, but at the same time, I wasn't really surprised.
The second was a story on 60 Minutes. Here's a preview called "Working Stiffs." An agent in my hometown of Indianapolis basically described how lucrative it is to represent the entertainment industry's deceased.
The 60 Minutes special didn't bother me so much because apparently this agent was responsible for setting up some laws/rules allowing a star's estate can be protected and profitable after they're dead. I can appreciate that...to an extent.
But the rabbi? I don't know about that one. Why in the world would you expose this man's personal conversations about his inner demons that he chose to share with you? What a friend. I don't understand how that can be beneficial to this dead man, or to his kids, or to his philanthropic efforts, or to his estate. Why would you do that, unless you wanted to create some type of advantage for yourself? And the worst part? This man is supposed to be a man of God. As a Christian, I have a tremendous fear of the Lord...and I know God doesn't approve of people taking advantage of others. I know Rabbi Shmuley knows that, too.
The rabbi isn't alone, though. LaToya seems to be making quite the comeback recently. Seems like family members are always the worst. Figures.
Keep your eyes peeled. I'm sure we'll all be seeing and hearing more and more useless information about Michael in the weeks and months to come. That is really unfortunate.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Tickets! Tickets!
Tickets for MJ's movie "This Is It" went on sale today. The movie is only running for two weeks, so you should buy them as soon as possible if you're interested. Clearly, some devoted fans in L.A. were very interested. If I was in L.A., I probably would've been right there with them.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Why, of all things, Michael Jackson?
I've always been interested in music. My dad played music. I play music. It's in my blood...
That being said, I've always respected "the greats," those musical artists whose work is timeless, who still influence everything that we listen to today. James Brown, Sly and The Family Stone, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire. The list goes on and on.
And who better to represent those greats than Michael Jackson?
He was eccentric, yes. A little crazy? Definitely. Plagued by child molestation rumors and constantly ridiculed? Undisputably. But regardless of what you think about him, you can't argue that he is arguably the greatest artist of all time.
This blog is a tribute to his influence, his legacy, and his music...music that continues to be and will always remain TIMELESS.
That being said, I've always respected "the greats," those musical artists whose work is timeless, who still influence everything that we listen to today. James Brown, Sly and The Family Stone, Stevie Wonder, Earth Wind & Fire. The list goes on and on.
And who better to represent those greats than Michael Jackson?
He was eccentric, yes. A little crazy? Definitely. Plagued by child molestation rumors and constantly ridiculed? Undisputably. But regardless of what you think about him, you can't argue that he is arguably the greatest artist of all time.
This blog is a tribute to his influence, his legacy, and his music...music that continues to be and will always remain TIMELESS.
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