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Today in Michael Jackson History March 21st
HISTORICAL DATES
1988 - Michael Jackson's BAD Album is certified 5x Platinum by the RIAA.
1995 - "The Best of Michael Jackson: Anthology" was released.
1997 - Michael attends a Sony Conclave in Marbella, Spain where he receives a special award from Sony Music, for 100 million singles sales internationally outside the USA, since his first solo career album with Epic Rec in 1979. The Conclave was attended by SMI executives from around the world, it's NY headquarters as well as label executives and artists management.
2001 - After meeting with President George W. Bush and U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon ended his trip to the United States by visiting with a musical dignitary, the king of pop, Michael Jackson. The Prime Minister and Jackson chatted Wednesday night at a private reception for Sharon. The two were introduced by Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, with whom Jackson formed the Heal The Kids charity. The prime minister was very gracious, it was a very nice visit, and they had a good rapport. The Prime Minister told reporters that Jackson said he was a "big fan of Israel". The meeting was set up because Jackson may travel to Israel for his charity this summer In hopes of fostering Peace and Harmony between children of Arabs and Jews. The people who surrounded Michael at the time warned that it might not be a good idea to meet with him. They said that Sharon was hated in many parts of world, especially in Arab nations. But Michael dismissed their concerns and stated he wanted to meet with the Israeli leader. The pictures of Michael greeting Prime Minister Sharon, appeared throughout the world. The very next day websites called for a boycott of Michael's music saying that he supported Israel's "hated" leader. However, Michael did not care, he said, his love was for Israel and the Jewish people.
PICTURE OF THE DAY
Michael Jackson receives Spec. Award at Sony Conclave, Marbella, Spain 3/21/1997
Michael Jackson meets with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon 3/21/2001
SONG OF THE DAY
"When I Come Of Age" (1973) rereleased on the Best Of Michael Jackson - Anthology 1995
http://youtu.be/AzpHpyAP2Wg
VIDEOS OF THE DAY
Michael discusses his BAD Album - Ebony/ Jet Interview
http://youtu.be/Dg6Xa8zadLQ
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"Sometimes I want to sneak into places and not have any hoopla and um it
doesn't work all the time becuase people start and they crowd around which
is sweet, I shouldnt complain, but .... That's part of the work I would say"
~ Michael Jackson
* For your convenience > MJJC Index For all "Today In Michael Jackson History" Threads
* A major part of historical data comes from Michael Jackson: A Visual Documentary
* Your support and comments are greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contribute to this thread by commenting, adding pictures, videos or any other information related to this day in MJ History. Please PM Qbee if you find any misinformation or broken links to pictures, videos etc.
HISTORICAL DATES
1988 - Michael Jackson's BAD Album is certified 5x Platinum by the RIAA.
1995 - "The Best of Michael Jackson: Anthology" was released.
1997 - Michael attends a Sony Conclave in Marbella, Spain where he receives a special award from Sony Music, for 100 million singles sales internationally outside the USA, since his first solo career album with Epic Rec in 1979. The Conclave was attended by SMI executives from around the world, it's NY headquarters as well as label executives and artists management.
2001 - After meeting with President George W. Bush and U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon ended his trip to the United States by visiting with a musical dignitary, the king of pop, Michael Jackson. The Prime Minister and Jackson chatted Wednesday night at a private reception for Sharon. The two were introduced by Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, with whom Jackson formed the Heal The Kids charity. The prime minister was very gracious, it was a very nice visit, and they had a good rapport. The Prime Minister told reporters that Jackson said he was a "big fan of Israel". The meeting was set up because Jackson may travel to Israel for his charity this summer In hopes of fostering Peace and Harmony between children of Arabs and Jews. The people who surrounded Michael at the time warned that it might not be a good idea to meet with him. They said that Sharon was hated in many parts of world, especially in Arab nations. But Michael dismissed their concerns and stated he wanted to meet with the Israeli leader. The pictures of Michael greeting Prime Minister Sharon, appeared throughout the world. The very next day websites called for a boycott of Michael's music saying that he supported Israel's "hated" leader. However, Michael did not care, he said, his love was for Israel and the Jewish people.
PICTURE OF THE DAY
Michael Jackson receives Spec. Award at Sony Conclave, Marbella, Spain 3/21/1997
Michael Jackson meets with Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon 3/21/2001
SONG OF THE DAY
"When I Come Of Age" (1973) rereleased on the Best Of Michael Jackson - Anthology 1995
VIDEOS OF THE DAY
Michael discusses his BAD Album - Ebony/ Jet Interview
QUOTE OF THE DAY
"Sometimes I want to sneak into places and not have any hoopla and um it
doesn't work all the time becuase people start and they crowd around which
is sweet, I shouldnt complain, but .... That's part of the work I would say"
~ Michael Jackson
* For your convenience > MJJC Index For all "Today In Michael Jackson History" Threads
* A major part of historical data comes from Michael Jackson: A Visual Documentary
* Your support and comments are greatly appreciated. Please feel free to contribute to this thread by commenting, adding pictures, videos or any other information related to this day in MJ History. Please PM Qbee if you find any misinformation or broken links to pictures, videos etc.
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