Los Angeles Braces For Michael Jackson's Final Act July 07, 2009 The curtain is slowly rising on Michael Jackson's last show. Tuesday's public memorial at the downtown Staples Center could be the biggest celebrity send-off of all time.
Movie Theaters To Show Jackson Memorial Service July 07, 2009 Only a small number of fans will be able to attend Michael Jackson's memorial service. But others may be able to watch it in movie theaters all over the country.
Jackson Family Seeks Delay In Naming Will Executor July 06, 2009 Michael Jackson's family wants a judge to delay a hearing Monday (July 6) to designate two men listed in the pop superstar's will as temporary administrators of his estate so that they can look deeper into his affairs, a person close to the family said.
Michael Jackson Memorial Service Speakers Revealed July 06, 2009 Mariah Carey, Jennifer Hudson, John Mayer, Lionel Richie, Smokey Robinson, Usher and Stevie Wonder are among the confirmed participants at Tuesday's public memorial service for Michael Jackson at Los Angeles' Staples Center.
Jackson Dominates U.K., Australian Charts July 06, 2009 Michael Jackson's death has sparked an extraordinary sales drive in Australia, while the singer has 49 singles in the top 200 in the U.K. and nine albums in the top 75.
Michael Jackson Memorial Gets 1.6 Million Ticket Requests July 05, 2009 The two-day registration period for the service at Staples Center in downtown Los Angeles ended Saturday. Another 6,500 tickets will be given away for the Nokia Theater overflow section next door.
Madonna Pays Tribute To Michael Jackson In Concert July 05, 2009 Madonna paid tribute to Michael Jackson on Saturday night (July 4) in the same arena where he was to stage his comeback, dancing along with an impersonator doing Jackson's distinctive moves.
Strong Demand For Jackson Souvenirs July 03, 2009 According to reports, 40% to 50% of those contacting the original ticket seller for the Michael Jackson concerts have opted to receive the souvenir ticket rather than a refund.
Michael Jackson Set To Rock Charts Again July 02, 2009 According to SoundScan's Building Chart data, more than 110,000 Jackson albums were purchased during the first two days of the new tracking week (June 29-30).
Video: AEG’s Phillips Discusses Canceled Michael Jackson Concerts July 02, 2009 AEG Live CEO Randy Phillips recently sat down with media outlets at the Staples Center in Los Angeles to discuss the fallout of what would have been a 50-show run by Michael Jackson at the O2 Arena in London.
Viagogo Refunds Jackson Fans July 02, 2009 Viagogo, the official secondary ticket partner for the Michael Jackson O2 arena shows in London, has begun the process of refunding fans who paid for tickets via the online platform.
Music Industry Remembers Michael Jackson July 02, 2009 Billboard.biz invited music business friends and colleagues to share their memories of working with Michael Jackson, through the years, and around the world.
Michael Jackson Left 'Endless' Supply Of Unreleased Music July 02, 2009 Michael Jackson had a mountain of unreleased recordings in the vault when he died — music that is almost certain to be packaged and repackaged for his fans in the years to come.
Jackson Funeral Date Set As More Details Emerge July 02, 2009 The Michael Jackson funeral will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Staples Center in Los Angeles. Sources said AEG Live, which owns the arena and the adjacent Nokia Theatre, will use both facilities and the surrounding plaza.
DEA Joins Michael Jackson Death Probe July 02, 2009 The circumstances surrounding Michael Jackson's death have become a federal issue, with the Drug Enforcement Administration asked to help police take a look at the pop star's doctors and possible drug use.
Analysis: Jackson Frenzy Drowns Out Competition Jul 01, 2009 The performance of the country's top albums is clear evidence that Michael Jackson's death had a negative impact on the rest of the market.
Promoter: Michael Jackson Tribute Shows Likely June 30, 2009 The promoter who booked Michael Jackson for a sold-out comeback tour said Tuesday that footage of the singer's rehearsals may be released in future, and that an all-star tribute show based on his canceled concerts is likely to take place.
Jackson Wrapped Video Before Death June 30, 2009 Two weeks before he died, Michael Jackson wrapped up work on an elaborate production dubbed the "Dome Project" that could be the final finished video piece overseen by the King of Pop, The Associated Press has learned.
Jackson Vs. La Roux On U.K. Charts June 30, 2009 New single and album releases from pop duo La Roux are battling it out with posthumous chart re-entries from Michael Jackson in the U.K.
Michael Jackson Album Sales Estimated In Multiple Six Figures June 29, 2009 Nielsen SoundScan's sales numbers won't be released until Wednesday (July 1) morning, but industry prognosticators indicate that three of Jackson's albums -- "Number Ones," "The Essential Michael Jackson" and "Thriller" -- each sold 100,000 copies last week.
Letter From The Editor: Jackson Tribute Issue This Week June 29, 2009 Billboard hopes to bring some unique and comprehensive light to Michael Jackson-related topics by the end of this week, when we publish our next issue with Jackson owning the proper cover. It will be an issue dedicated almost entirely to the music and business history of the King of Pop.
Michael Jackson Ticket Refund Details Revealed June 29, 2009 AEG Live will give full refunds to fans who purchased tickets through authorized agents to Michael Jackson's 50 planned concerts at the O2 Arena in London, according to a news release from the promoter, which operates the O2 Arena.
Michael Jackson Rules U.K. Chart June 29, 2009 Michael Jackson's greatest hits set "Number Ones" (Epic) has entered the U.K. albums chart at No. 1, while four other albums made an appearance in the top 20.
Jackson Radio Airplay Jumps 1,735% June 29, 2009 Airplay for Michael Jackson's biggest hits, and some of his overlooked gems (including a few dozen spins for some of the Jackson's Christmas songs), blanketed airwaves from coast to coast immediately after his death on Thursday, and continued throughout the weekend.
Michael Jackson's Mother Wins Temporary Control Of Estate June 29, 2009 Michael Jackson's mother Katherine on Monday won temporary guardianship of the late singer's children and control of his estate as a legal battle over his kids, money and belongings began to take shape.
Family Members Turn Out For BET Jackson Tribute June 29, 2009 Top black performers paid high tribute to fallen pop star Michael Jackson at Sunday's BET Awards where his sister Janet Jackson and father Joe Jackson made their first public appearances since the singer's death.
Michael Jackson's Last Will Was Completed in 2002 June 27, 2009 The issue of Michael Jackson’s will—containing disposition of assets and appointment of guardians for his children—can finally be addressed.
Michael Jackson Death Still Unsolved After Autopsy June 27, 2009 Doctors conducted an autopsy on the body of Michael Jackson on Friday but could not immediately determine what killed the "King of Pop," amid reports he had been injected with a narcotic painkiller shortly before collapsing.
Person Close To Jacksons: Will, AEG Role Unclear June 27, 2009 Most of Michael Jackson's family members have gathered in their Encino compound, where they are contemplating funeral arrangements and caring for his three children.
AEG: Michael Jackson Ticket Refund Details Forthcoming June 26, 2009 AEG Live, the group behind a long series of concerts Michael Jackson was to perform in London from next month, expressed its condolences to the late singer's family on Friday and said tickets would be refunded.
Michael Jackson Poised To Shake Up Billboard Charts June 26, 2009 Michael Jackson will again make music history as many of his albums are poised to shake up next week's Billboard charts with incredible sales increases.
AEG Facing $85 Million-Plus Jackson Ticket Refund June 26, 2009 The O2 Arena in London, operated by AEG, has informed Michael Jackson fans that details of how to obtain refunds will be revealed "in due course."
Jackson Fans Flood Digital Music Services June 26, 2009 It's not unusual for artists to see digital sales and streams spike after being featured in the news. But like everything else he did in life, Michael Jackson took this to a new level in his death.
Radio Remembers Michael Jackson June 26, 2009 As news broke yesterday of Michael Jackson's passing, radio reinforced its power to serve as a community forum.
Mystery Surrounds Michael Jackson's Sudden Death June 26, 2009 One day after Michael Jackson's sudden death, speculation was already turning on Friday to what killed the 50-year-old "King of Pop" just weeks before his long-awaited series of comeback concerts.
Fortune At Stake For AEG On Michael Jackson London Concerts June 25, 2009 Michael Jackson's planned 50-show run at the O2 Arena in London would have been the highest-grossing single concert engagement. Now it's a major problem for the promoter AEG Live.
Michael Jackson Mourned By Friends, Fans, Fellow Musicians June 25, 2009 Michael Jackson died June 25 after reportedly being found unconscious in his Bel Air, Calif., home. Paramedics rushed the 50-year-old icon to UCLA Medical Center, where he was declared dead.
Pop Legend Michael Jackson Dies June 25, 2009 The death of Michael Jackson brings to a sudden end the life of a performer who captivated pop audiences with the Jackson 5 and matured into a performer of electric charisma and unprecedented crossover appeal, before living out his final years as a virtual recluse.
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