Sheesh, Michael Jackson and Farrah both dead ...

[Mike]

He was a great entertainer.

[bjordan]

I agree.

[Rey]

Rest in Peace Mr. Jackson, King Of Pop.

[Lazuka]

He'll be missed, unmatched, 750 million records sold, RIP.

[theague]

Children everywhere will sleep easier tonight.

[Lazuka]

lol so wrong.

[mikekelley]

You've been hit by....

You've been struck by...

a heart attack.

[AngryCorgi]

Wonder who is going to inherit the rights to all those beatles albums...

[CyberDyneSystems]

What a Day,. Farah Fawcett too, though she was less of a surprise.. :(

[deletedpenguin]

Personally, I think that, although still very sad, the real Michael Jackson died a long time ago. That said, he was a very talented man, who just went a bit off his rocker towards the end.

[Karl Johnston]

I think it's concerning that people are thinking about michael jackson when on the same day north korea threatend nuclear holocaust...the priorities of the west are very skewed...I'd be much more concerned about this article than MJ's death:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/26/world/asia/26korea.html?ref=global-home

[deletedpenguin]

^ Seems like MJ still steals the spotlight in death.

[Maureen Souza]

I saw Michael and his brothers in concert at Disneyland when he was like, 11 or 12. They were really great.
I feel badly that the press was out to make him into a pervert when I think all he really loved in the world and related to were children.

RIP.

[bjordan]

north korea threatend nuclear holocaust

Again? I'll believe it when I see it. This is the first time MJ ever died.

[kidfiji]

RIP.

[cdifoto]

I think it's concerning that people are thinking about michael jackson when on the same day north korea threatend nuclear holocaust...the priorities of the west are very skewed...I'd be much more concerned about this article than MJ's death:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/26/world/asia/26korea.html?ref=global-home
North Korea don't scare me. Gas prices do.

[cdifoto]

Again? I'll believe it when I see it. This is the first time MJ ever died.
Ain't that the truth. :lol: :rolleyes:

[JWright]

I think it's concerning that people are thinking about michael jackson when on the same day north korea threatend nuclear holocaust...the priorities of the west are very skewed...I'd be much more concerned about this article than MJ's death:
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/06/26/world/asia/26korea.html?ref=global-home

Yep. It's sad when anyone dies, but this is going to monopolize the news for the next week. In that time how many more US servicemen are going to die in Iraq and Afganistan and go unnoticed?

[RandyMN]

Seems kind of like 'The Day the Music and the beauty Died' but in an entirely diffrent sort of shocking scenario,

[Rey]

Cry me a fricken river. This thread is to reflect on the passing of a great American performer and icon. He gave us great music since he was a child. Off topic chatter should be put in their own threads. That is all.

[Lazuka]

already a thread on this ;P

[CyberDyneSystems]

To be fair, Farah didn't get a thread yet..

[Lazuka]

To be fair, Farah didn't get a thread yet..

true, i stand corrected. maybe somehow combine them? so they're not spread out all over?

[Karl Johnston]

North Korea don't scare me. Gas prices do.
Water prices are what scare me, more! It's more expensive than gas to the liter (but I'll end the off topic chatter now).

I loved MJ's old stuff and particularly the song "They don't really care about us"

Despite the negative media attention, I really truly respected him and learned a lot from his songs. Did you know how much cash he donated to charity a year? It's something like 10-20 million$! Every year !

So while he (might) have made a mistake with the convictions...considering how much he's done for the world, charities and everyone that has been touched by him.. I'm sure he'll live on, despite being physically dead.

His death allowed me to reflect upon myself as an artist; will people remember me by my art? It deepens my requirement to depict or illustrate more of myself into my photographs ..so that when I pass on, my work immortalizes me.

I think MJ will do that for years to come, yet.

[Lazuka]

Water prices are what scare me, more! It's more expensive than gas to the liter (but I'll end the off topic chatter now).

I loved MJ's old stuff and particularly the song "They don't really care about us"

Despite the negative media attention, I really truly respected him and learned a lot from his songs. Did you know how much cash he donated to charity a year? It's something like 10-20 million$! Every year !

So while he (might) have made a mistake with the convictions...considering how much he's done for the world, charities and everyone that has been touched by him.. I'm sure he'll live on, despite being physically dead.

His death allowed me to reflect upon myself as an artist; will people remember me by my art? It deepens my requirement to depict or illustrate more of myself into my photographs ..so that when I pass on, my work immortalizes me.

I think MJ will do that for years to come, yet.

His influence on everything can't be measured.

[CyberDyneSystems]

I was in High School when "Thriller" was released,.
Granted it wasn't the sort of album I usually bought,. but I ended up owning it none the less, and played it once in a while,. (yes, 12" Vinyl)

EVERY SINGLE SONG on it became a hit!

I have very fond memories of most of that album,. Billy Jean being may favorite, ..

[Maureen Souza]

I was in High School when "Thriller" was released,.
Granted it wasn't the sort of album I usually bought,. but I ended up owning it none the less, and played it once in a while,. (yes, 12" Vinyl)

EVERY SINGLE SONG on it became #1 hit!

I have very fond memories of most of that album,. Billy Jean being may favorite, ..
I own it as well. :)

[deletedpenguin]

So many great #1 hits.

[deletedpenguin]

Farrah's story is a lot sadder than MJ (not that his isn't). Farrah's struggle has been pretty public, and they way she opened up to the public about what she was dealing with was pretty courageous.

While MJ's death was sudden, and Farrah's was expected, it's interesting to watch Michael steal the spotlight over Farrah. I suppose I understand why, but still...

[Travis F]

Water prices are what scare me, more! It's more expensive than gas to the liter (but I'll end the off topic chatter now).

I loved MJ's old stuff and particularly the song "They don't really care about us"

Despite the negative media attention, I really truly respected him and learned a lot from his songs. Did you know how much cash he donated to charity a year? It's something like 10-20 million$! Every year !

So while he (might) have made a mistake with the convictions...considering how much he's done for the world, charities and everyone that has been touched by him.. I'm sure he'll live on, despite being physically dead.

His death allowed me to reflect upon myself as an artist; will people remember me by my art? It deepens my requirement to depict or illustrate more of myself into my photographs ..so that when I pass on, my work immortalizes me.

I think MJ will do that for years to come, yet.

Well said sir! It reminds me of my Mom speaking of the time that Elvis Died, she remembers the day well. As I am sure I will remember this day also.......

[Maureen Souza]

I saw Elvis perform at the Hilton in Vegas about 10 months before he died. Overweight and bloated, glazed eyes but still put on a very powerful performance.

[In2Photos]

Looks like Thriller in SACD will be playing tonight. RIP Michael!

[deletedpenguin]

Here in Australia, radio stations are playing Michael Jackson hits nonstop.

[Maureen Souza]

It has been reported over the last 2 weeks that Farrah was not doing well and her fight with cancer has been documented so well. What a courageous, kind lady. I hope her son straightens up..........so she can RIP.

Michael was 12 years younger and his death so sudden that we are seeing the shock value reverberate in the press.

[Travis F]

Just listening to 'Human Nature' and I quote....

"Why?,.....why?,.... do they do me this way?....... why, why??? I like living this way.........."

I think people should have left the poor boy alone a long time ago. Just my opinion.

Too bad he gets more respect in reflection than in life...... a classic tragedy:cry:

Travis

[Gibbo]

There's only one Michael Jackson. No matter what people say, he was THE king of pop. Whether he liked young boys or not, he was the greatest entertainer this world has seen.

[deletedpenguin]

While you may or may not like his music, you can't deny his contribution to music and the future of the music industry.

[Gibbo]

While you may or may not like his music, you can't deny his contribution to music and the future of the music industry.

There is not one person on this planet that doesn't like at least on Mj song. The list of classics is endless..

[deletedpenguin]

There is not one person on this planet that doesn't like at least on Mj song. The list of classics is endless..

Indeed. So many great songs - and then list the #1 hits from other artists that sampled his music...

[obnoxiousmom]

I know Im a youngin in comparison to most of the people who remember him but he was a living legend in my home growing up. The first thing that ever scared the total crap out of me was Thriller. I was about my daughters age now, 2 1/2 and I vividly remember watching it on MTV. Well today, I sat with my daughter and she watched it for the very first time. Scared her but not nearly as bad as me at her age lol. Im sad that she wont grow up with the same memories of him as me. (minus the molestation accusations) Which of course I never believed even once.

I think his mind was like that of a brilliant child and he truly never grew up. His pure fascination with Never land and peter pan tells you he never grew up. Im very sad at the loss of such a huge foundation of music in my life. Im sad at the loss his children have suffered. Music has lost a great icon

[Maureen Souza]

Nice^^^^^^^^

[nicksan]

I grew up listening to MJ. I was in elementary school when Thriller was released. I agree when someone else said that it seems we've lost MJ a long time ago. His life and death were both tragic.

[jbhswim]

I know this is off topic, but there is no place for complete off topic stuff, I just wanted to say that we will all miss Michael Jackson.

The King of Pop is dead.

[-MasterChief-]

try the POTN lounge. RIP MJ.

http://photography-on-the.net/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=21

[silvex]

I was in High School when "Thriller" was released,.
Granted it wasn't the sort of album I usually bought,. but I ended up owning it none the less, and played it once in a while,. (yes, 12" Vinyl)

EVERY SINGLE SONG on it became a hit!

I have very fond memories of most of that album,. Billy Jean being may favorite, ..

Yup...I was 22...:shock: and was more of a 60's dude..

[oaktree]

I can't believe it! Felt the same way when Elvis died. Yeah, I'm that old.

[Photon Phil]

Is "The Hoff" still around? I thought he'd chime in on this.

[tonybear007]

One thing missing from his life was an innocent childhood. He was thrown into the spotlight from age 5 (I heard).

Apparently he was always looking for the childhood years he never had. Also, it is no coincidence that he liked the company of other stars (e.g. Brooke Shields, Elizabeth Taylor) who did not have the childhood most of us had.

The songs Thriller, Beat It and Billy Jean still take me back to a carefree, stress-free life that I wish I could have again.

I know Im a youngin in comparison to most of the people who remember him but he was a living legend in my home growing up. The first thing that ever scared the total crap out of me was Thriller. I was about my daughters age now, 2 1/2 and I vividly remember watching it on MTV. Well today, I sat with my daughter and she watched it for the very first time. Scared her but not nearly as bad as me at her age lol. Im sad that she wont grow up with the same memories of him as me. (minus the molestation accusations) Which of course I never believed even once.

I think his mind was like that of a brilliant child and he truly never grew up. His pure fascination with Never land and peter pan tells you he never grew up. Im very sad at the loss of such a huge foundation of music in my life. Im sad at the loss his children have suffered. Music has lost a great icon

[deletedpenguin]

One thing missing from his life was an innocent childhood. He was thrown into the spotlight from age 5 (I heard).

Apparently he was always looking for the childhood years he never had. Also, it is no coincidence that he liked the company of other stars (e.g. Brooke Shields, Elizabeth Taylor) who did not have the childhood most of us had.

The songs Thriller, Beat It and Billy Jean still take me back to a carefree, stress-free life that I wish I could have again.

Been watching CNN? :)

[Stealthy Ninja]

Cry me a fricken river. This thread is to reflect on the passing of a great American performer and icon. He gave us great music since he was a child. Off topic chatter should be put in their own threads. That is all.

Ahh stage 3 ANGER & BARGAINING...

On MJ: He did have a very, very good voice and was quite talented in his own way. I didn't like his music that much, but whatever.

He was a weirdo... is that bad? Not really (look at me). His private life was... questionable... but who knows what really went on, he was tabloid fodder (and tabloids would never make stuff up would they :rolleyes: ). If he DID do bad things to kids... that's a different story.

The moonwalk was pretty cool.

On Farrah... I guess I am a little young to know much about her. I do know THIS (http://graneyandthepig.files.wordpress.com/2009/04/farrahfawcettposter.jpg) photo... which makes her passing more sad for me.

Overall... I think I'd rather be friends with Farrah.

[Suedezu]

I got an sms early in the morning and this is how I found out Michael died.It took me a couple of hours to come to terms with the news. Watching the news on TV I broke down in tears.

In my opinion THE GREATEST ARTIST OF ALL TIMES died. Although there were many icons in the contemporary music history he was the most complete, influential and magical of all.I can't think of another artist that could put such a magical show as Michael did.

THE KING is dead and will never be replaced!

[Ockie]

I got an sms early in the morning and this is how I found out Michael died.It took me a couple of hours to come to terms with the news. Watching the news on TV I broke down in tears.

In my opinion THE GREATEST ARTIST OF ALL TIMES died. Although there were many icons in the contemporary music history he was the most complete, influential and magical of all.I can't think of another artist that could put such a magical show as Michael did.

THE KING is dead and will never be replaced!

x2

and to think i was one month of finally seeing him in London.... :cry:

[John E]

Wonder who is going to inherit the rights to all those beatles albums...

...and his $400 million debt!

[deletedpenguin]

$400 million? I thought it was more than that...

[Double Negative]

Michael Jackson will be sorely missed by those of us who loved him. No matter what you listened to, you know just as well you tapped your foot under the table when a song of his came on. I for one will always remember him as the shining star he is.

RIP, Michael. :(

[Roy Mathers]

There is not one person on this planet that doesn't like at least on Mj song. The list of classics is endless..


Oh yes there is!

[DonJuanMair]

RIP Michael, I grew up listening to his music from the Bad album, my mom grew up listening to his music from the Jackson 5. Ill never forget the first time I saw the moonwalk. I got the vcr and kept rewinding it fascinated by what he just did. I watched and taught myself! He was an amazing artist with so many songs.
Its ashame he never really could live a normal life. Look in comparison these 5 minute celebrities who can't stand the fame for that time, break down and go into rehab etc. Imagine that being around you since you were 5.
I played the Thriller album today on the way to work and it just didn't feel the same as before.

[FlyingPhotog]

Ed, Farrah and MJ...

Somewhere, Johnny Carson has a hell of a show lined up...

[Jaymz]

Oh yes there is!

+1 .... me

[theague]

There is not one person on this planet that doesn't like at least on Mj song. The list of classics is endless..

Oh yes there is!

+1 .... me

+3 - My dad hates him.

I like his music though. Well his older stuff.

Oh come on, the lego block post got DELETED!? :( that comment was bw!!!!! :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

[Kendoway]

When I was nine (1971) I remember watching the "Jackson 5ive" TV show on Saturday mornings. It was a horrific mess by today's standards, but boy did I love that show :)

http://i43.tinypic.com/1zzrm7a.jpg

[InnerSong]

^^well I hate to ruin it for you but Im afraid you are mistaken. those gentlemen in the car are all black with afro's :rolleyes:

[giuliasmith]

It's sad. I busted out my old Thriller album last night to listen to on the way to work this am. He was awesome - whether people wanna give him props or not - he rocked the moonwalk. And the crotch-grab.

[OdiN1701]

I have very fond memories of most of that album,. Billy Jean being may favorite, ..


So many memories that you forgot it's Billie Jean?

Anyway...just one less pedo in the world.

[bjordan]

I didn't follow his pedo controversy because it doesn't affect me at all, but I kinda felt bad for the guy. In this world, any man that is accused of sexual wrongdoing tends to be guilty in the public eye by accusation, no matter what the truth is. If you can't afford good lawyers, there's a fair chance of being convicted too. People are too willing to believe the worst.

I love kids and I'm good with them, but unfortunately, as a single man, that means that I can't babysit my friends kids. I'm not going to open myself up to life-ruining accusations or misapprehentions. If I babysit and the kid starts playing with herself afterwards, guess what... people start suspecting the worst.

It's a shame. My friends have lost my willingness to babysit, and I miss out on time I could be a good influence on a child.

[deletedpenguin]

^ Shame that the world has come to that. What happened to the days where you knew all your neighbours and the kids played out front unsupervised and you didn't have to lock your doors?

Fortunately I had that as a child. I feel bad for my kids - they likely won't, unless we move out of the city.

[Maureen Souza]

I didn't follow his pedo controversy because it doesn't affect me at all, but I kinda felt bad for the guy. In this world, any man that is accused of sexual wrongdoing tends to be guilty in the public eye by accusation, no matter what the truth is. If you can't afford good lawyers, there's a fair chance of being convicted too. People are too willing to believe the worst.

I love kids and I'm good with them, but unfortunately, as a single man, that means that I can't babysit my friends kids. I'm not going to open myself up to life-ruining accusations or misapprehentions. If I babysit and the kid starts playing with herself afterwards, guess what... people start suspecting the worst.

It's a shame. My friends have lost my willingness to babysit, and I miss out on time I could be a good influence on a child.
That's a very sad truth.

[JWright]

You know Michael Jackson's not really dead... He just went back to his own planet.

[InnerSong]

im calling publicity stunt. resurrect as a zombie... for the comeback tour. duh!
THRILLER!!

[2004ep3hatch]

Add billy mays to that list. Not sure if i spelled his name properly.

[bjordan]

Yeah, what a surprise. I just saw a commercial recently for a new reality show starring him called "Pitchmen."

[obnoxiousmom]

i know people die all the time but wow

[Double Negative]

Two more "B listers" have gone also:

Comedian Fred Travalena dies of cancer
TV sitcom pioneer Gale Storm dies

[strat666]

I didn't follow his pedo controversy because it doesn't affect me at all, but I kinda felt bad for the guy. In this world, any man that is accused of sexual wrongdoing tends to be guilty in the public eye by accusation, no matter what the truth is. If you can't afford good lawyers, there's a fair chance of being convicted too. People are too willing to believe the worst.

I love kids and I'm good with them, but unfortunately, as a single man, that means that I can't babysit my friends kids. I'm not going to open myself up to life-ruining accusations or misapprehentions. If I babysit and the kid starts playing with herself afterwards, guess what... people start suspecting the worst.

It's a shame. My friends have lost my willingness to babysit, and I miss out on time I could be a good influence on a child.
Good on you, bjordan. In today's world, this is the most sensible stance a man can take. Yes, society will soon deteriorate, but so what? Men are regarded as wage slaves or worthless potential criminals, and that's the decision both society and the legal system have deliberately chosen.

When good intentions are repaid with malice, indulge no more and step aside. It does not behoove men to salvage the mess, when all they will achieve is unduly destroy their own lives.

An example of mindless malice:
Anyway...just one less pedo in the world.
This is precisely the sort of mentality that encourages the above school of thought. It is also incredibly ignorant and -- if one has an ounce of intelligence -- needs to be immediately rectified. Study the situation dispassionately, with no emotions colouring judgement, and the farce becomes obvious. The whole thing was contrived beyond belief, designed to sell a false story and boost the interviewer's status. Who cares about collateral damage?

Michael was truly unique. Not only did his songs hold universal appeal, but he did have a heart of gold, always giving so much, and enriching many lives. Based on all the available evidence, it is clearly obvious he related to kids at their level. Clearly, this excludes the sexual side. How many kids have sex? That's right.

It's my opinion that the Bashir documentary drove him into a protracted death. Put yourself in his shoes: if you were accused of molesting kids on international TV, would you be able to brush it off? It was too much, too incomprehensible for Michael to deal with.

The world has repaid Michael with jeers and a lack of understanding. This incident has destroyed much of my faith in humanity. Hopefully, the veil will lift from our eyes and we will re-consider the situation in a more fair light.

When was the last time the world [and that includes the Middle East and Africa] was united in mourning for one person? Therein lies his magic.

Goodbye, Michael :(