The sneak peek into one of the most controversial Sundance Film Festival projects is officially out. Despite all the negative attention Director Dan Reed had to fight off, the piece is expected to be released on HBO. James Safechuck and Wade Robson will share the stories they claim have scarred …
Read More »Quincy Jones To Celebrate Michael Jackson’s Classic Hits With London Show Ahead of 10th Anniversary of Jackson’s Death
Amid the increased controversy surrounding the forthcoming HBO release of Dan Reed’s “Leaving Neverland” documentary – which explores dated sexual abuse claims against Michael Jackson -Quincy Jones, longtime collaborator with the King of Pop, is set to honor the singer and some of his greatest hits at a summer concert …
Read More »HBO Set To Air Controversial Michael Jackson Documentary Despite Criticism From Jackson’s Estate: “It Doesn’t Change Our Plans”
HBO plans to move forward with the release of its controversial documentary “Leaving Neverland.” “Leaving Neverland” is HBO’s newest documentary that will focus on late singer Michael Jackson and the allegations against him that claim he sexually abused children during his career. The project will center around two men; Wade …
Read More »‘Leaving Neverland’ Director Defends Film Against Michael Jackson’s Family After Being Called ‘A Tabloid’
The Sundance Film Festival aired Dan Reed’s Michael Jackson-inspired documentary, and the estate (and the Jacksons) aren’t thrilled. “Leaving Neverland” caught up with the lives of two men, who claimed Michael sexually abused them. Wade Robson tells his story of allegedly being molested by the icon from seven to 14-years-old. …
Read More »Michael Jackson’s Estate Slams ‘Leaving Neverland’ Documentary Creators And Describes Film As “Tabloid Character Assassination”
‘Leaving Neverland’ premiered at the Sundance Film Festival Friday night and immediately afterward, the estate of music icon #MichaelJackson publicly denounced the film, claiming it’s “the kind of tabloid character assassination Michael Jackson endured in life, and now in death.” The estate accuses the film of putting too much emphasis …
Read More »Police On High Alert Preparing For The Michael Jackson ‘Leaving Neverland’ Premiere At The Sundance Film Festival
The long awaited Michael Jackson documentary ‘Leaving Neverland’ is set to premiere at the Sundance Film Festival on January 25th and cops are preparing for the worst. ‘Leaving Neverland’ was created to examine the possibility that the sexual abuse allegations against MJ were actually true and fans are seeking to de-legitimize …
Read More »Kanye West Talks Michael Jackson Documentary, Troubled Artists and the Problem With Cancel Culture: “We Can All Enjoy All Their Music All We Want”
Amid the longstanding allegations against R. Kelly and the recently resurfaced already-debunked allegations against Michael Jackson, Kanye West is speaking out in defense of musical geniuses, himself, in particular. On Sunday, during Kris Jenner’s Sunday service event, West addressed the controversy surrounding the forthcoming documentary about the discredited allegations against …
Read More »Documentary Accusing Michael Jackson of Sexual Abuse Set To Premiere at Sundance Film Festival, Jackson Estate Says “It’s Just Another Rehash of Dated and Discredited Allegations”
In the wake of the overwhelming response to the Lifetime docu-series, “Surviving R. Kelly,” which details the singer’s alleged history of mental, emotional and sexual abuse of underage girls, the Sundance Film Festival has added a new documentary on the sexual abuse allegations against Michael Jackson to its world premiere …
Read More »Janet Jackson To Be Inducted Into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame
Music icon Janet Jackason will be inducted in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 2019 class. Jackson has been in the entertainment industry for decades and has given us some of the best classics like “Control,” “Nasty,” “Doesn’t Really Matter” and so many more. She’s also won a total …
Read More »NYC Rock Exhibition Plans To Auction Historical Items From Prince, Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, and More
If you ever imagined having a Prince guitar or seen yourself in Madonna’s stage costumes, then a dream may come true when Julien’s Auctions in New York City hosts its two-day music extravaganza event on Nov. 9-10 at the Hard Rock Cafe Times Square. The event is set to auction …
Read More »Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” Coming To IMAX 3D In September
Michael Jackson’s estate and IMAX announced Wednesday, on what would have been the singer’s 60th birthday, that they are partnering to digitally remaster “Michael Jackson’s Thriller 3D” into IMAX. It will be released in IMAX theaters across the U.S. for only one week, beginning September 21st, according to #Billboard. The …
Read More »In Honor of Michael Jackson’s 60th Birthday, Here Are Six of His Most Influential Songs
Today the world celebrates the 60th Birthday of The King of Pop, Michael Joseph Jackson. The Diamond Year. Even Mark Ronson has released a “Diamonds Are Invincible” remix today in honor of Jackson’s milestone birthday. But here at Baller Alert, we’re going to remember M.J. by taking a short trip …
Read More »Sony Music Admits To Selling Fake Michael Jackson Songs Using The Voice Of An Impersonator
In 2010 several songs credited to the late Michael Jackson were released, causing listeners to question if the voice being heard actually belonged to the pop legend. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ However, on Thursday, reports claimed Sony Music Entertainment allegedly admitted to releasing music under MJ’s name that actually featured the voice …
Read More »Sony Music Acquires Michael Jackson Estate’s Share of EMI Music Publishing
-blogged by @theRealAlexisDanielle Sony Music has announced that it has acquired the share of EMI Music Publishing owned by Michael Jackson’s estate. According to Billboard, the deal cost a total of $287.5 million and will secure Sony’s full ownership of the company. Sony began a motion for the complete acquisition …
Read More »Janet Jackson Says She Almost Cancelled Her Entire Tour Because Of Joe Jackson’s Death
Janet Jackson closed out this year’s annual Essence Festival in honor of her late father, Joe Jackson. In addition to offering fans a selection of her deep catalog of hits, the international icon took time out to publicly pay tribute to the patriarch of the Jackson family of entertainers — …
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