There’s no maybe about the fact that this release date is packed to the goods with music. Everyone from Band of Horses to Michael Jackson (twice!) Check out the highlights and stream some of the albums in this week’s new, improved New Release Report!
Popblerd New Release Report 9/18/12: Holy Shit!
Spin Cycle: Easy Star All-Stars, Easy Star’s Thrillah
After tackling Radiohead, Pink Floyd, and Beatles records, Easy Star All-Stars give the King of Pop the reggae royalty treatment with Easy Star’s Thrillah. Read our review!
The Viewfinder: Michael Jackson, “Human Nature” (Live At Wembley, 1988)
Less than a week remains until the unveiling of Bad 25, an expanded edition of Michael Jackson’s 1987 classic. One of the most anticipated parts of this set is the official release of Michael’s 1988 Wembley Arena show, which he performed in the presence of Prince Charles and the late Princess Diana. The show is also being released on CD-the first ever commercial release of an adult MJ solo concert. Lots of qualifiers there, but oh well. There’s no disputing […]
Blerd Radio: August 2012, Episode 2: Fall Preview
It’s time for a brand new Blerd Radio episode. Big Money and Jesse chat about “American Idol,” the upcoming MTV Video Music Awards, baldness, and Michael Jackson’s birthday!
bLISTerd: The 100 Best R&B Songs of the ’90s (#30-#21)
The 8th installment of the best R&B songs of the ’90s list features the breakout smashes for Jodeci, Boyz II Men, as well as a classic from R. Kelly.
Chamone! Bad 25 Gets A Track Listing
With less than a month remaining until the 25th anniversary special edition version of Michael Jackson’s Bad is released, the folks at Sony Legacy have finally unveiled a track listing for the 3 CD/1 DVD set. In addition to the 11-track original album, there will be a second disc of rarities and unreleased tracks, as well as a 3rd CD containing the first ever officially released MJ live album, taken from a Wembley Stadium show in 1988. I must admit […]
Reading Is Fundamental: “Featuring Michael Jackson”
Author Joe Vogel’s new book, “Featuring Michael Jackson,” continues to make the case for the King of Pop to be judged on his considerable musical merits.
bLISTerd: The 100 Best R&B Songs of the ’90s (#90-#81)
The King of Pop is all over this installment of the Best R&B songs of the ’90s, placing three songs here. Find out who else made the cut as the list continues!
We Saw It!: The Jacksons – Unity 2012 In Saratoga, CA
Thanks to my man @prak_daddy , I can finally say that I witnessed a Jackson or Jacksons concert. No, I never got to see a Jackson in their hey-day in concert. And unfortunately, I’ll never be able to say that I saw MJ in concert. But, seeing the Jacksons at the Mountain Winery in Saratoga, CA on Friday night made me realize one thing: no matter how much the Jacksons family is in news for all the wrong reasons, their home is on the stage. […]
WTFF?: The Rock ‘n Roll Sports Classic
Rock stars competing in athletic events on network TV. Sounds interesting, eh? While others are watching the Olympics, we’re digging on old video of the Rock & Roll Sports Classic. Check it out.
Michael Jackson “Bad 25” Documentary: Teaser
Get ready for another Michael Jackson documentary, with this one detailing the recording of the classic album “Bad.”