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The original lead singer of the legendary Jackson 5 musical group, Jermaine Jackson, was one of the country’s first teenage sex symbols back in the late 1960s. Seems like Jermaine Jackson is still trying to be about that life, as Michael Jackson’s older brother, now 63, has plans to marry his longtime girlfriend who is…

Joe Jackson, the 89-year-old patriarch of the Jackson family dynasty, passed away at 3:30 a.m. today after a battle with cancer, TMZ reports. The retired talent manager, who is best known for handling the careers of his children, including his late son Michael Jackson, had been hospitalized for some time, with his wife Katherine and some of…

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When news broke last week that legendary show business manager Joe Jackson was near death, there was an outpouring of good wishes from adoring fans. Media outlet Daily Mail, in an exclusive interview with founding Jackson 5 member Jermaine Jackson, reported that the family was unaware Joe was so sick. In addition, It was…

One of the most well-known names and fathers in show business is on his deathbed, according to legendary Jackson 5 member Jermaine Jackson. The singer confirmed that family patriarch Joe Jackson, 89, is in grave condition. Jermaine stated to the Daily Mail in an exclusive interview, “He’s very, very frail, he doesn’t have long. The…

It’s the “most wonderful time of the year,” so it’s only right to celebrate with a diverse and upbeat playlist to match the season’s cheer. We have compiled a list of the top Christmas albums that are sure to brighten your spirits and add a trendy flair to your Christmas holiday. Is Christmas really Christmas…

Germaine Hill got her style from her mother. Growing up in the birthplace of the Jackson 5, it was this female figure who let her see fashion and how it made eyes follow and mouths drop. After more than 20 years in the business, she still loves to make a scene. Working in the TV,…

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Family, fans, and friends look back at Michael Jackson’s evolution from leader of the Jackson 5 to breakthrough solo artist in Spike Lee’s Michael Jackson’s Journey From Motown to Off the Wall. The documentary premieres on Showtime on Feb. 5 and will be included with the album’s CD/DVD reissue dropping Feb. 26.

Not many artists can say that they have been handpicked by a legend. Yet that is the exact testimony that Chicago native, Avehre, can now give as legendary singer Gladys Knight has given him her seal of approval and readies him to take the world by storm. Rolling out recently caught up with the talented…

Today is the 55th birthday of one of the singular greatest entertainers and musicians this nation has ever produced. Michael Jackson forever changed the way we look at music, how albums and videos are created, produced and marketed and his distinctive voice and songwriting created timeless classics that we still dance to some 30 to…

Jermaine Jackson could be the next celebrity arrested and jailed. According to reports, Jackson’s ex-wife, Alejandra Jackson, went to authorities because Jackson fell behind in his child support payments for his two teenage sons, Jermajesty and Jaafar. The courts ordered Jackson to pay $36,000 per year in support for his sons, but Alejandra claims that…

The music business is littered with stories of artists who lost big money due to not understanding how the industry works. And it’s not just limited to rappers today.

The father of the late, legendary Michael Jackson has suffered a stroke, according to media reports. Family members have revealed that Joe Jackson, 83, is currently being treated at an undisclosed hospital, X17 online has claimed. Details about his condition is unknown. The Jackson family has been besieged by health problems lately. Back in July,…

The youngest member of the musical family dynasty had a front-row seat to one of the greatest musical phenomenons of all time. Janet Jackson was Michael’s housemate and closest sibling in Encino, Calif., when Off the Wall and then Thriller revolutionized the music industry. In fact, she contributed to it in a small way; she and…

The most successful musical family in American history has been beset by drama and intrigue for decades. Still, it is painful for Jackson family fans (and more so Michael Jackson fans) to watch this enormously gifted, history-making family torn asunder by greed, desperation and other motives that have yet to come to the forefront. As…

50 Most Stylish in Black Music In honor of Black Music Month we’re going to take a look at 50 of the most stylish black music icons that have made a lasting impact in fashion and music.

Songwriters, rappers, and industry taste makers have made headlines through life and death. Regardless of how each has reached their fate, they will all be remembered best for their accomplishments and the progress they made in the Hip Hop community.