Michael Jackson

Music/Important peopleBy: De’Asia Henry

April 15, 2011Core 1/4

Beginning of R&B

• R&B is one of the top listened to music genres in the world.

• R&B grew out of jazz music. Jazz music originated out of the Harlem renaissance.

• Over half today’s are R&B singers.• One problem in the R&B industry is people

often seem to confuse R&B with pop music but there are a few differences between them.

Difference between Pop and R&B

• Pop music has exited since America’s early years but mainly as parlor songs and minstrel show tunes.

• Tin Pan Alley, Ragtime, and Broadway music were the earliest forms of American Pop.

• Pop today has more of an Indie vibe meaning it is more layed back and care free while R&B is more upbeat smooth jazz.

Artist of both genres

• There are some artists of BOTH genres.

• Artist such as Michael Jackson, JoJo, Justin Timberlake, Beyonce’ (etc.)

Michael Jackson

• Michael Jackson was born August 29, 1958 to the parents of Joseph and Katherine Jackson.

• He had 5 older sibling before he was born

• When Michael was 5 he joined his 4 older brothers their music group which they named “The Jackson 5” it was managed by their dad Joseph Jackson

Michael’s life pt.1

• By 1971 Michael Jackson left to start his own solo career which started booming in the 80’s through the 90’s.

• By 1980 Michael Jackson got his first Grammy award for best male R&B vocalist.

• By 1983-1984 Jackson released his 2nd album “Thriller” it toped the music charts 37 weeks straight.

Michael’s life pt.2

• In 1985 Jackson collided with Lionel Richie to make the song “We Are The World” proceeds going to Africa to help hunger relief. Selling 7million copies when it was released.

• By 1987 “Bad” Michael’s 3rd album was released this album leading him to his world tour.

• In 1988 his first autobiography “Moonwalk” hits the shelves.

• By 1990 thriller goes platinum for the 21st time, the Guinness book of world records names it the best selling album ever. Today it has sold over 65million copies.

Tragedy. . .

• Unfortunately Michael died on August 25, 2009, 4days before his birthday.

• He left behind 3children Michael Joseph Jackson Jr, Paris Michael Katherine Jackson, and Prince Michael II. 2parents and 8siblings.

Music without the king

• music will never be the same without the king but there are a few people who vowed as long as they were R&B/Pop artist they would follow under the influence Michael Jackson had on their lives. Artist such as Lady Gaga, Justin Beiber, Janet Jackson and many others want to be just like he was when he was still in the music game.

Reflection page• How do I know my sources are valid . ?

I know my sources are valid because I can go back to where I got my information from when ever I want or

when ever I need to.• What problems did I encounter . ?The problems I faced were when I needed information and

couldn’t get it because they were either blocked or were not real websites.

• How is technology changing our society today . ?It is changing because in the past people were

Having to communicate by mouth or by letters andNow we have cell phones, computers, and etc.