Michael Jackson may be the King of Pop but his influence extends much further. From his childhood years with the Jackson 5 through his astonishing solo career he consistently broke sales records pioneered the modern music video and infused dance into rock and pop. While his life story has been well chronicled EMichael Jackson FAQE explores the stories behind his achievements.THDid he play any instruments? How much of his own music did he compose? Who were his greatest influences in both music and dance? His art is his legacy and EMichael Jackson FAQE takes an in-depth look at Jackson's work with the Jackson 5 and the Jacksons in addition to his solo catalog. Learn why current artists such as Justin Timberlake Lady Gaga Justin Bieber and countless boy bands still emulate his sound look and showmanship. Questions are tackled a such as whether EOff the WallE or EThrillerE better stands the test of time.THFrom his childhood in Gary Indiana through the posthumous albums this book covers lesser-known but important stories such as how Jackson influenced disco and hip-hop how his singing style transitioned from childhood to adulthood and how he learned to moonwalk.

About the Author
KIT O'TOOLE (Chicago) is a freelance writer and blogger who has written about rock, jazz, and R and B for over 20 years. Her work has appeared in print publications including Showcase Chicago and Goldmine, and she is a contributing editor for Beatlefan magazine. As a blogger, O'Toole writes for Something Else Reviews, Blinded by Sound, and Cinema Sentries; she previously served as a music editor for Blogcritics.


Book Information
ISBN 9781480371064
Author Kit O'Toole
Format Paperback
Page Count 464
Imprint Backbeat Books
Publisher Hal Leonard Corporation
Weight(grams) 753g
Dimensions(mm) 228mm * 154mm * 27mm