Michael Jackson

Background information:

Birth name Michael Joseph Jackson

Born August 29, 1958 - (1958-08-29)

Gary, Indiana, U.S.

Died June 25, 2009 (aged 50)

Los Angeles, California, U.S.

Genres Pop, dance, rock, R&B, soul, new jack swing

Occupations Singer, songwriter, record producer, composer, dancer, choreographer, actor, author, businessman, philanthropist

Instruments Vocals, guitar, beat boxing, piano, drums

Years active 1964–2009

Labels Motown, Epic, Legacy

Associated acts The Jackson 5

Website http://www.michaeljackson.com/
---


Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist, entertainer, and philanthropist. Referred to as the King of Pop, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contribution to music, dance and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene alongside his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in the mid-1960s, and began his solo career in 1971.



http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Jackson