It seems that the world has lost a hell of gig. Whatever the cynicism that could accommodate the Ave Maria pieces on film “This Is It” – which can be called the first concert film ever test – which is strange but oddly alluring film that does is capture one of the great entertainers of pop culture in the feverish grip of pure creativity. The display is presented to artists, musicians, choreographers, members...
Read MoreJackson sneak peek screenings sell in 2 hours
Moving towards the projection of music documentaries, “Michael Jackson: This Is It” sold out within two hours of Sunday as the fans who began lining up three days before he broke the 3,000 tickets for shows in Los Angeles. The film opens nationwide October 28, but fans will get a look last night at the screenings in the new Regal Cinemas Stadium 14. For the grand opening of the theater, the cinema will show “This...
Read MoreRecord companies sue ‘Ellen Show’ on copyright
Some of the biggest music companies in the world are demanding “The Ellen DeGeneres Show”, claiming producers violated its copyright by playing more than 1,000 songs without permission. Many of the songs were played during the dance “on” segment of the series, when DeGeneres dances from the stage to the interview area, often through the audience. According to the lawsuit filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court...
Read MoreChris Brown Jackson will not perform a tribute
Chris Brown does not perform in a tribute concert for Michael Jackson in Austria, contrary to the statements of the promoters, a person familiar with the situation Wednesday. A publicist for Mary J. Blige, also promoted by the show, said it will not be there. Brown never has pledged to act in concert in Vienna, said the person, who was not authorized to speak publicly and requested anonymity. Karynne Tencer, a publicist for Blige said on...
Read MoreMichael Jackson laid to rest
More than two months after her death, Michael Jackson was buried in a private ceremony before more than 200 relatives and friends Thursday night. The service was delayed over an hour due to late arrival of his family in Forest Lawn in Glendale. Celebrities such as 77-year-old Elizabeth Taylor waited in the heat tough for outdoor service was scheduled to begin at 7 pm The Rev. Al Sharpton spoke at the ceremony, and Gladys Knight performed....
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