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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Dec 19, 2023 5:41:15 GMT
Bogdan Ioan conquered the hearts of Romania for the first time in 2018, when he amazed the audience with his performance and won the Voice of Romania talent contest. The artist instantly conquered the audience with his incredible voice, and his first appearance in the contest, the cover of Michael Jackson’s song Earth Song. His moment entered The Voice Top 10 Acts global ranking, proving that his talent transcends the borders of the country. Now the singer comes up with a new single, through which he wants to show the public another side of his artistic dimension: “Almost naked”, made in collaboration with Andi Bănică and Magic Juice. “Almost naked” is the fourth single that the artist releases this year, after songs loved by the public such as “Just from her”, “Your name” or “Do It Like Jackson”. At the same time, Bogdan Ioan released this summer four live medleys videos on his YouTube channel, two of which are with top songs from the repertoire of the great artist Michael Jacskon, to the delight of listeners. The artist thus offers his online community a real show of dance and good music, which will transport his followers to the world of pop music. Obviously a huge Michael Jackson fan, Bogdan’s single “Do It Like Jackson” is a tribute to Michael Jackson. www.youtube.com/channel/UC-hVREY38nVqRfrcV8JWEGg
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Dec 19, 2023 6:05:59 GMT
Considered by fans of romantic comedies one of the classics of the genre, the movie Suddenly 30 has well-known names in the cast, such as Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo.
The film tells the story of Jenna Rink (Christa B. Allen), a teenager who is unhappy with her age, as her most popular classmates at school don't pay attention to her, her parents stay on her heels, and the boy she's in love with doesn't even know she exists. The only friendship Jenna has is Matt Flamhaff (Sean Marquette), her neighbor.
To try to reverse the situation, the protagonist decides to throw a big party for her 13th birthday, calling all the popular teenagers she knows. However, what was supposed to be her heyday turns into a major disaster when the guests leave and abandon her.
Devastated, the girl makes a request: to become an adult suddenly, to have the life she has always dreamed of. The wish miraculously comes true, and the next day, Jenna (Jennifer Garner) wakes up at the age of 30.
The film launched Jennifer Garner and Mark Ruffalo to new heights, proving their power of endurance as romantic protagonists, but what stuck in the romantic comedy was Michael Jackson's famous choreography in the music video for "Thriller."
Just when it looks like the work party is about to turn into a major disaster, Jenna, who still possesses the heart and soul of a 13-year-old girl from the 80s, calls everyone to dance to "Thriller" — she and her childhood best friend, Matt.
Jenna teaches the group from humorous dancing to the iconic zombie dance.
In honor of the film's 15th anniversary, EW went behind the scenes to learn how the epic sequel to Thriller came to be. Writers Josh Goldsmith and Cathy Yuspa, actor Andy Serkis, and choreographer Marguerite Pomerhn Derricks tell EW about the filming of the scene:
Jenna Rink brings the cultural milestones of the 1980s from her adolescence. including a sleepover and a party where everyone dances to "Thriller."
Josh Goldsmith (co-writer): "All of these memories are very specific to our lives. We enjoyed a lot of our childhood when writing the film... "Thriller" is a kind of soundtrack for our youth in the 1980s. We grew up listening to Michael Jackson.''
Cathy Yuspa (co-writer): "I vividly remember my best friend getting ready to watch the world premiere of the "Thriller" video. I was totally terrified because it was a horror movie."
Andy Serkis (Richard): ''We all grew up with it... We all try to practice. We all tried to walk on the moon and no one could do it."
In the film, Jenna's boss, Richard (Serkis), begs her to help transform his seedy party, so she goes to the DJ, asks for "Thriller" and starts dancing alone on the dance floor.
Goldsmith: "This is the moment when Jennifer Garner becomes a star," as she steps out onto the dance floor alone and, with the innocence of a child, she dances. We kept the iconic [choreography] and made sure that Michael Peters, the original choreographer of "Thriller," was credited at the end of the film."
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Dec 19, 2023 6:30:16 GMT
Michael Jackson was secretly filming the 3D movie with Disney Studios and Georges Lucas in the late 80s: “Captain EO”. Michael just heard that there was a real life Bambi in the studios and Michael asked to meet her. The Bambi is question was Bambi Moé. Bambi Moé spent twenty years working at Disney after which she founded and co-owned Courgette Records, a multi-Grammy-nominated independent record label. She also created and hosted a series called Composers on Composing, developed music-centric programming for LA’s PBS station KLCS-TV, and has been a part-time faculty member at California Polytechnic University, Pomona, having developed and taught a course curriculum for the music business studies program. She recalls: “It caught the attention of Michael Jackson. He wanted to meet “the real-life Bambi.” I met him in a trailer on the Disney lot, when he was there shooting [Disney theme park 3D film] Captain EO re-takes.” “A Friend of mine was working on Captain EO. She calls me one day and said ‘Michael Jackson wants to meet you’; and I said ‘What!? Are you kidding me? – No no, he wants to meet you!’. I said ‘Why Michael Jackson wants to meet me? and she said because he heard that there was a real life Bambi at Disney. So I went out to the shoot and so I walked into the trailer and met Michael Jackson. I don’t really remember much after that. I mean I went in and he invited me in and sit down. Trailers are not very big and he was very tall. We just sat there and talk, at least for half an hour. This is the most extraordinary experience I’ve never had. At that point, someone call him to go back on set. I am pretty comfortable with him and I see he is moving towards me to give me a kiss on my cheek and I panicked and I grabbed his both hands and I said ‘Very nice to meet you!!!’ – I felt so embarrassed! I couldn’t believe it! I met Michael Jackson, he wanted to meet me, just because my name was Bambi!” Part of the Magic: A Collection of Disney-Inspired Brushes with Greatness is a book of remarkable and wildly entertaining anecdotal stories told through the lens of an entertainment industry insider. Author Bambi Moé enjoyed a twenty-year career at The Walt Disney Company in charge of all aspects of music for Walt Disney Television Animation. Her name, vocation, and background gave her exceptional access to pop culture and entertainment giants. The book takes readers on a nonstop ride and keeps them riveted throughout extremely candid encounters shared here for the first time. Moé’s fascinating true stories provide a rare insight into the creative process associated with music in animation and give readers a historical reference to The Walt Disney Company’s burgeoning direct-to-video empire. Her career exemplifies the rewards often associated with hard work, perseverance, integrity, and the ability to recognize potential in others. Often the only woman in a male-dominated work environment, Moé’s success will inspire young readers interested in pursuing a career in entertainment. Part of the Magic invites readers to consider their own stories and recognize their own universality. Like a photo that captures life’s moments and teaches us lessons, each of Moé’s brushes with greatness serves as a reminder that we are all connected by reason of our own humanity. Her joy extends far beyond the original encounter and multiplies in the retelling of these stories. www.bol.com/nl/nl/f/part-of-the-magic/9300000131550868/
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Jan 18, 2024 12:25:05 GMT
Sean O'Malley wearing a Thriller jacket.
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Jan 18, 2024 12:45:02 GMT
“Michael called me and gave me the ultimate compliment concerning my dancing and command of the stage and then gave me his approval of the theme of ‘2 Legit 2 Quit’ which he said was funny and “not mean” in anyway. I granted him final edit and he could take out anything he wanted. Michael was so powerful he told me he was watching my dailies after each shoot. How ? ? ? ? He was also staying in the suite beneath me while I was filming the video,which I knew and I would come back to the hotel and go in the bathroom and stomp on the floor and yell “Michael I know you’re down there” and crack him up !!! The good old days !!! Miss him.”
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Feb 8, 2024 6:30:22 GMT
Music producer Khris Riddick-Tynes who won Best R&B Song at this year Grammys was wearing a single rhinestone glove, When asked if he is paying tribute to Michael Jackson, he said “I would not be doing music if it was not for Michael. I’ve been a big fan since I was birthed. And this glove is a replica of his Motown 25 when he did the first moonwalk…”
Lionel Richie who presented the Grammys’ Song of the Year. During his introduction, Lionel mentioned the documentary “The Greatest Night in Pop” and Michael Jackson.
“For writing “We Are The World” with my dear friend Michael Jackson, holds a very special place in my heart forever and it means the world to me to present this Grammy Award honoring the art of songwriting”.
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Feb 25, 2024 11:27:44 GMT
Lara Fabian is maybe the most famous Belgium/Canadian singer as she sold over 20 million records worldwide.
On a Morning French TV show called “Bonjour!” on TF1, she opened up and talked about the day she met Michael Jackson.
«Michael Jackson at 42nd Street, the big Christmas show produced by Clive Davis and Lisa Minnelli. That night there were really people, Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, people like that and in fact we all made a guard of honor and we were singing along to one of his songs and he was the one who was checking the rehearsals and I had the honor of singing Adagio in front of him and after listening to Adagio he really went up on stage and he hugged me. I rarely tell this story because again there is a billion modesty behind it.
Then one day I thought to myself, why don’t you say it, Lara? Why don’t you say you had this amazing moment in your life? From a photo on a class newspaper, you managed at some point to be on a stage in the United States with a moment like that.
That was one of the most moving moments of my life.»
The concert was actually called “WKTU’s Miracle on 34th Street” which took place in Madison Square Garden in New York on December 19, 2000. Fabian just mixed up the street number but to be honest, it was 24 years ago!
As part of the grand finale, all performers lined up across the stage and the orchestra started The Jacksons’ hit “Shake Your Body [Down To The Ground]”.
Michael came out from the wings to wild applause and cheering. Unfortunately, for the crowd, he didn’t perform, telling the audience that he had laryngitis, but he did wish everyone happy holidays.
Surprise presenter Whitney Houston jumped up and down and hugged Michael.
Before he left the stage, he promised the packed house, “The best is yet to come!”
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Feb 25, 2024 11:56:12 GMT
Bollywood actor and comedian Jaaved Jaffery, recalled meeting Michael Jackson during a TV special Valentine’s called “Love Special”. During the episode Jaaved reminisced about meeting MJ and shared: “There was an award function in New York where he was honoured by an Indian society. He came on stage when there was no one else present except me, as I was hosting the show at that moment. As he was coming up, I shared that moment with him, and when he was leaving, I was like, ‘I won’t let him go,’ and I asked, ‘Can I give you a hug?’ He said, ‘Yes, of course,’ and he lovingly hugged me.” “It was a very special moment because Michael Jackson hugged me. So, it will remain with me forever. I had introduced him on stage at the event, and he said, ‘Oh, you did a wonderful job, thank you.’ I said, ‘It’s a big thing for me.’ He is on a different level,” said the Bala fame actor. Michael Jackson attended the Bollywood Awards in New York on May 1, 1999 to receive a ‘Bollywood’ Award from the Indian Film Industry for World Humanity. Jaaved Jaffery finally added: "When Michael Jackson came to perform in Mumbai, my wife was 8 months pregnant and she insisted on seeing the show live. She came with me when she was very pregnant and we stood there in the first rand to cheer her on. So I remember my wife and I attended the live show while she was pregnant." Michael Jackson performed on November 1, 1996 for his HIStory World Tour in from of 35,000 fans, including Jaaved and his wife. timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/jhalak-dikhhla-jaa-11-jaaved-jaffery-recalls-meeting-michael-jackson-in-new-york-says-i-asked-him-if-i-could-hug-him-and-he-hugged-me-lovingly/articleshow/107603790.cms
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Feb 25, 2024 12:27:07 GMT
Janis Gaye, wife of singer Marvin Gaye, recounts Marvin's encounter with a curious young man named Michael Jackson "That night, the kids were asleep and Marvin and I were relaxing in our room. The windows were wide open and someone knocked on the door. 'Who is it?' Asked. The high-pitched voice was uncertain. 'It's Michael. If you disturb me, I'll leave.' I open the door. 'No, no... Come on, Michael. Hey, baby, look who's here.' 'Hey Mike,' Marvin said. 'Grab a chair. Smoke a cigarette.' 'Oh, no thanks,' said Michael, rejecting his cigarette. At the age of 20 then, Michael struggled with shyness to say, 'I just stopped by to say hello to my favorite singer.' 'I love you Michael,' Marvin said. Michael wanted advice on studio recordings. 'Dude, I should get advice from you, Mike. You must teach your moves,' Marvin said. 'You're dynamite Michael. I heard you left Motown. Are you happy at CBS'? 'A lot. We finally have what you have, the creative freedom. I tried to go your way, Marvin. Produce my own material'. "Now the radio is playing your music. What's your name?'. 'Shake Your Body Down to the Ground'. 'Sing a little,' Marvin said. 'Show me how you move. Let's see if I can do it.' 'Of course you can,' Michael told Marvin. When Michael started singing, Marvin did his best to imitate some of Michael's famous moves. He was unsuccessful. Michael continued to sing, and Marvin, when trying to get a few laps, scoffed at his own attempts and burst out laughing. 'I don't have any hope,' he said 'You're great,' Michael said with a smile 'I'll never be Michael Jackson,' Marvin said "And I'm never going to be Marvin Gaye," Michael said. When they hugged, I thought, what a cool moment to witness Michael's visit did Marvin' a lot of good by Janis Gaye, wife of Marvin Gaye
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Post by NatureCriminal7896 on Mar 1, 2024 9:47:08 GMT
Britney Spears Dancing Dirty Diana
Jennifer Lopez performs breakdown with Michael Jackson hits at her Apple Music Live show
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