Episode 039 – A Kind of Deflated Pepsi Logo

On Episode 039 of The MJCast, Charles Thomson joins Jamon as a guest host in Q’s absence along with Samar of The Michael Jackson Academia Project. The guys begin the show with a follow-up discussion around meaningful music, especially in regards to the new Black Eyed Peas song #WHEREStheLOVE before delving into news items including the imminent Michael Jackson documentary The Last Photoshoots, Orianthi‘s possible involvement in a new posthumous project, an MJ costume exhibition at the African American History Museum and Paris Jackson’s new Facebook page. Following this, the global release of 3T’s new album Chapter III and their two upcoming Amsterdam shows are discussed before detailing the latest developments in the Cascio Case. The main discussion topic for this episode is Charles’ and Samar’s fan stories, and the current and future work of The Michael Jackson Academia Project.

Follow Up

• The Black Eyed Peas release #WHEREStheLOVE

News

• Craig Williams hints that The Last Photoshoots documentary is imminent.
• This Is It guitarist Orianthi says she’s involved in a new posthumous MJ project.
• Michael Jackson costumes are to be included in an inaugural exhibition at the African American History Museum in Washington.
• Paris Jackson has launched her new Facebook page.
• 3T are to release their new album Chapter III globally on September 10th and perform at a recently announced once off concert The Celebration of Chapter III on the 17th of September.
• Cascio Case update – Angelikson defendants file a demurrer to the fraud cause of action and Sony and the Estate are trying to make Judge Jones rule on the anti-SLAPP motion through the court of appeals.

Main Discussion Topic 

• Charles Thomson’s fan story
• Samar’s fan story
• The Michael Jackson Academia Project…where to from here?

Finds of the Week

• Jamon – Nipplegate Revisited: Why America Owes Janet Jackson a Huge Apology
• Charles – OBSESSED!: Christine Pedi Brings Patti, Liza, Fran and More to Life in Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” and Sh!t Liza Minelli Says
• Samar – Living Colour – This Place Hotel and Paul Chowdhry’s PC’s World
• Q – Michael Jackson Tribute – Heal the World – Child Prodigy Cover – Maati Baani

Additional Links

• Samar’s The Michael Jackson Academia Project website and Twitter page
• Charles Thomson’s website, Facebook and Twitter pages
• The Black Eyed Peas’ Elephunk album
• The Black Eyed Peas feat. James Brown – They Don’t Want Music
• Keith Murphy’s Vibe article Redemption Songs
• Michael Jackson – I Am A Loser (Demo)
• Daily Michael’s page on The Last Photoshoots lawsuit
• Michael Jackson – MICHAEL: The Making of the Album documentary
• Omer Bhatti – Automatic
• Omer Bhatti – Let Me Know
• 3T – Anything (The Big Reunion Live Concert)
• The Jacksons: Next Generation
• 3T’s official website, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages
• The MJCast – Episode 020: Taj Jackson Special
• Chuck Philips LA Times article on John Branca, Milli Vanilli and class action fraud lawsuits
• Michael Jackson’s Thriller short film
• The MJCast – Episode 011: June 25th Special with Darren Hayes
• Syl Mortilla’s First Book of Michael
• Karen Faye’s Twitter page
• The 20/20 episode on Jackie Wilson
• Janet Jackson’s Super Bowl performance

Music Breaks & Ads

• The Black Eyed Peas – #WHEREStheLOVE
• Michael Jackson vs James Brown – Wanna Get Up and Start Being a Sex Machine (Mashup)
• Jackson Source
• The Jacksons – Different Kind of Lady (Jam Master Re-Edit)
• Michael Jackson – Dirty Diana (Nick* Remix)
• Michael Jackson – Rock With You (Groovefunkel Take It Slow Remix)
• Michael Jackson – They Don’t Care About Us (Charles’ Full Joint Mix – No Intro)
• Janet Jackson – The Pleasure Principal (Rank1 “Airwave” 2k15 Classic Radio Edit)

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