Tag Archives: Thriller
I hate to admit it, but Thriller is a classic
My friends and family are used to me chaffing at icons of my youth being declared “classic.” Even at 44, it still doesn’t feel like movies I saw in theaters when they opened or albums I bought on vinyl with … Continue reading
Michael Jackson: What were your favorites?
Michael Jackson – New Music – More Music Videos Thriller always gets all the props, but in many ways, the Beat It video (above) was Michael Jackson’s masterpiece — a gritty little drama with the classic Michael look and moves. … Continue reading
Posted in Film, Music, Television
Tagged Beat It, Michael Jackson, Off The Wall, The Wiz, Thriller, video
Michael Jackson outlived his greatness
The last time we had the conversation, I was driving the kids to school. Don’t Stop the Music by Rihanna came on the radio, and I mentioned that it used a Michael Jackson sample — Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’, complete … Continue reading
Posted in Music, Rupp Arena, Television
Tagged Billie Jean, Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough, Don't Stop the Music, Ed Sullivan Show, Eddie Van Halen, Elvis Presley, Lexington Center, Mecca, Michael Jackson, Motown 25: Yesterday Today and Forever, Rihanna, Rupp Arena, South Park, The Beatles, The Jeffersons, Thriller, Wanna Be Startin' Somethin', WGVN-1580 AM
