February 2012
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Michael Jackson Icon : a new Motown compilation
Michael Jackson, already an ICON as lead singer of the Jackson 5, became a solo artist at age 13 with his hit single “Got To Be There.” This ICON release includes all of MJ’s best-known solo hits and album cuts from his Motown days, highlighted by the No. 1 Pop smash, “Ben.” Release date : March 6, 2012 Track Listing 1. Got To Be There 2. I Wanna Be Where...
Feb 5th
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January 2012
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Jan 21st
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Jackson 5 cartoon : Possible DVD release in 2012?
In 1971, animation producers Rankin/Bass put together the cartoon personifications of Michael, Marlon, Jermaine, Jackie and Tito with the ABC-aired Saturday morning show the Jackson 5ive. The half-hour program ran for 23 episodes, including a kick-off episode with Motown legend Diana Ross voicing herself. The actual Jacksons weren’t part of the regular voice cast, though, as their busy...
Jan 15th
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1974 Rose Bowl Parade →
Jan 1st
December 2011
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Anonymous asked: Just spotted something that you might have missed - Jermaine contributed 2 songs to the Mahogany album !
Dec 12th
Anonymous asked: Did James Jamerson play bass on "looking through the Window"
Dec 12th
November 2011
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Dear Michael, Indeed! →
Nov 5th
I Know Just How You Feel, Kid →
Nov 2nd
MICHAEL JACKSON: THE LIFE OF AN ICON
An all-star World Premiere of David Gest’s new film ‘Michael Jackson: The Life of an Icon’ in London on November 2, 2011 at Empire Leicester Square.    In attendance will be Michael Jackson’s mother Katherine, brother Tito, sister Rebbie, David Gest, the film’s director Andrew Eastel, the event will feature a special Q&A session with Katherine, Tito and Rebbie...
Nov 2nd
September 2011
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Jermaine Jackson's book-launch in UK
Jermaine Jackson, founding member of the Jackson 5 and elder brother of the ‘King of Pop’, Michael Jackson, is to launch his new book at Waterstone’s Piccadilly on publication day, Tuesday 13th September at 5.30pm. You Are Not Alone: Michael Through a Brother’s Eyes is Jermaine Jackson’s intimate and loving portrait of his younger brother, illuminating the private man like never before. This is...
Sep 10th
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August 2011
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Motown, Live on the Ed Sullivan Show
Motown is excited to announce the upcoming release of 3 new DVDs: Motown Gold On The Ed Sullivan Show, The Best of The Temptations on the Ed Sullivan Show, and the Best of the Supremes on the Ed Sullivan Show. The footage is live, shot on film and restored! The costumes, the sets, the sound! You’ve GOT to see it!  Check out clips below for each DVD and pre-order your copy soon!    ...
Aug 31st
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Dear Michael : the complete Motown mini LPs...
“Diana Ross Presents The Jackson 5 / ABC +1 (UICY-94292)” “Third Album / Maybe Tomorrow (UICY-94293)” “Going Back To Indiana / Looking Through The Windows (UICY-94294)” “Skywriter / Get It Together +3 (UICY-94295)” “Dancing Machine / Moving Violation +2 (UICY-94296)” “Joyful Jukebox Music / Boogie (UICY-94297)” “Christmas Album (UICY-94298)” “In Japan (UICY-94299)” + Michael Jackson “Hello...
Aug 28th
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Tito Jackson in France : French report
Découvrez Tito Jackson à l’Hospitalet pour son unique concert en France sur Culturebox !
Aug 18th
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Aug 18th
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Aug 18th
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June 2011
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Tito Jackson in concert in France
Tito Jackson will be in concert in France, on Friday August, 5th (10 pm), in Narbonne (Château de l’Hospitalet). You can order now on francebillet.com or ticketnet.fr (45 €).
Jun 2nd
April 2011
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"Maybe Tomorrow" 30
On April 12th, 1971, Maybe Tomorrow, the 5th album by the Jackson 5, was released on Motown MS 735. Produced by Hal Davis and The Corporation, Motown released it a few weeks after the single Never Can Say Goodbye, which sold over a million copies. The track was written especially for Michael by Clifton Davis. The album reached #11 Pop albums. It contains a cover version of Honey Chile,...
Apr 28th
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ABC, Easy As No. 1
Forty-one years ago today, April 25, 1970, the Beatleswere dethroned by a bunch of kids from Indiana. It was the British mega-band’s tune Let It Be that topped the charts for two weeks before the Jackson 5came along and claimed the pop-music throne with its tune ABC. The song made its debut that February on American Bandstand (ironically, but maybe intentionally, on the ABC television...
Apr 25th
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Diana! Special aired 40 years ago!
On April 18, 1971, Diana! special show was aired on ABC. The special featured performances by The Jackson 5, and also included Jackson 5 lead singer Michael Jackson’s solo debut. Michael Jackson performed Frank Sinatra’s “It Was a Very Good Year”, which drew laughter as its adult-themed lyrics were changed to fit his age. Other guests included Danny Thomas and Bill...
Apr 18th
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Apr 11th
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Little Bitty Pretty One 39!
On April 4th, 1972,  ”Little Bitty Pretty One/If I Have To Move A Mountain” was released on Motown 1199. #8 RNB, # 13 Pop  Lyrics jermaine little bitty pretty one come on and talk to me lovey dovey lovely one come sit down on my knee jackie i can tell you a story that happened a long time ago little pitty pretty one i’ve been watching you grow michael little bitty pretty one come...
Apr 3rd
March 2011
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40 years ago... "Never Can Say Goodbye" #jackson5
On March 16th, 1971,  ”Never Can Say Goodbye/She’s Good” (Motown 1179) was released. First single from the “Maybe Tomorrow” album in March 1971, “Never Can Say Goodbye” is an original version by the Jackson 5. A few month later, the song was covered by Isaac Hayes, and by Gloria Gaynor in 1974.  Clifton Davis wrote this song especially for Michael...
Mar 16th
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36 years ago... "The Cher Show"
On March 16th, 1975, the Jackson 5 were guests on The Cher Show.
Mar 16th
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Mar 12th
Mar 10th
36 years ago, the J5 were in Jamaïca #jackson5
36 years ago, on March 26, 1975, the Jackson 5 were in Kingston, Jamaica. The group met Bob Marley & the Wailers, and a photo was taken.  Two tremendously inspirational men in the same place, at the same time. 
Mar 8th
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20 years ago, Gainsbourg passed away
20 years ago, French singer Gainsbourg died. Yes, but what link with Michael Jackson?  One song unites the two genius : “All The Things You Are”. Written by Oscar Hammerstein and Jérôme Kern, the song appears on Michael’s “Music & Me” album (1973), and was played at piano by Serge Gainsbourg in 1964 (with Michel Gaudry & Elek Bacsik). Our tribute to...
Mar 2nd
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39 years ago, Hellzapoppin' #jackson5
March 1st, 1972, “Hellzapoppin” special aired. The J5 performed “Sugar Daddy”, “Got To Be There”, and “Brand New THing”.
Mar 1st
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February 2011
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"Love Motown Remixed" New Compilation
A new Japanese compilation will be released by Universal Music Japan on March 23, 2011. I will contain 3 tracks from the Jackson 5, and a beautiful art cover! ABC (Squeeze Box Remix) / Jackson 5 I WANT YOU BACK (Lens Remix)/ Jackson 5 PLEASE MR. POSTMAN/ The Marvelettes BABY LOVE/ Diana Ross & The Supremes I CAN`T HELP MYSELF/ The Four Tops DANCING IN THE STREET/ Martha & The...
Feb 16th
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43 years ago... The Apollo!
On February 14, 1968, the Jackson 5 won Superdog Finals in Amateur Night at the Apollo
Feb 14th
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Rare Jackson 5 Medley →
Feb 12th
Oldies Week: Sixteen Candles →
Feb 8th
Oldies Week: Rockin' Robin →
Feb 7th
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36 years ago..."We're Almost There"
On February 6th, 1975, Motown released the first single from “Forever, Michael” : “We’re Almost There”, written and composed by the Holland brothers, back in Motown. no matter how hard the task may seem don’t give up our plans don’t give up our dreams no broken bridges can turn us around cause what we’re searchin’ for will soon be...
Feb 6th
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Coming to J5 Collector Next Week →
Feb 5th
Johnny, We Hardly Knew Ye →
Feb 3rd
"Exclusive! On Tour in Africa with the Jackson 5" →
Feb 2nd
"Explore the Mysteries of Exotic Africa" →
Feb 1st
January 2011
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Jan 31st
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Bientot a Dakar →
Jan 31st
Coming to J5 Collector Next Week →
Jan 29th
Sepia Hits a Grand Slam Home Run →
Jan 28th
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39 years ago, "Got To Be There"
On January 24th, 1972, Motown released Michael’s first solo album, “Got To Be There” Riding high on the wild success of the Jackson 5, Motown ringleader Berry Gordy assembled every single notable production team member and songwriter in his arsenal to contribute to the solo debut of the J5’s boy wonder, Michael. By the time Got to Be There was released, much had changed...
Jan 27th
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Who Were the Keepers of the Dream? →
Jan 26th
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Concert at West Side High →
Jan 26th
The J5 Have Landed! →
Jan 25th
From Jackson Street to Jackson 5 Blvd →
Jan 24th
Jan 23rd
Iron-On Transfers →
Jan 22nd
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36 years ago..."Forever, Michael"
On January 16th, 1975, Motown released the last MJ’s solo album on Motown, “Forever, Michael”. Side 1   1. We’re Almost There 3:41 (Brian Holland / Edward Holland Jr.) Produced by Brian Holland   2. Take Me Back 3:29 (Brian Holland / Edward Holland Jr.) Produced by Brian Holland   3. One Day In Your Life 4:15 (Sam Brown III / Renee Armand) Produced by Sam Brown   ...
Jan 16th
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