Michael Jackson: Before He Was King by Todd Grey (Photographer)

[xxSuzumeChan]

I pre-ordered this book and received it last week. There is a cute picture of Mike on pages 4 and 5 of him napping in his hotel room. Todd Gray went into his room and snapped a picture of him and the flash woke Michael up! Such an adorable photo.

Oh could somebody scan that in, preeease? That sounds so adorable! :wub:

 

[aliana101]

I can't believe it's been 2 months since I started this thread and I still don't have the book! *impatient*
Where is it...

 

[JaneBender]

aliana what's taking so long?

Here is another scan to make you feel better...

 

[Daniela_mar]

I am so excited to get this book!

I was just wondering if anyone here knew anything about the book Michael Jackson: A Life In Pictures...It looks similar but I dont think they are linked in any way what so ever.

Does anyone know anything about it?

I was wandering the same.. i've opened a thread about this book (in merchandise and market section) but i haven't received any information yet.... i think it's surely a picture books.. i think it's cute and that i will buy it!!!!

 

[littlesparrow]

aliana what's taking so long?

Here is another scan to make you feel better...

AHH LOVE.
Thanks!

 

[aliana101]

Is this one also in the book? Did Todd gray take this photo? It's similar to one that you posted.

 

[ellie09]

oh please somebody scan it pls pls pls

 

[aliana101]

Oh God I'm so impatient!! Where's my book! Come on hurry up! I leave home on Sunday and won't be back until Friday so I really hope it doesn't arrive while I'm gone.

 

[MJsBadGirl]

Oh))) So baeutiful pictures)))
Cant wait when my book arrive too)))

 

[MJJ:G.O.A.T]

Oh God I'm so impatient!! Where's my book! Come on hurry up! I leave home on Sunday and won't be back until Friday so I really hope it doesn't arrive while I'm gone.

I'm waiting for mine too. I hope it comes either today or tomorrow. I don't wanna have to wait until next week.

@ kiannsany: That's sounds cute but funny. I wonder if MJ was pissed or just like WTH? I can't wait to get mine.

 

[aliana101]

Finally got my book! It arrived this morning in a huge box that was half opened!

 

[littlesparrow]

Finally got my book! It arrived this morning in a huge box that was half opened!

Half opened? Hope it was in good condition!

I should order it, but I'm saving my money to go to South America

 

[aliana101]

Yes the book was fine. It was wrapped in plastic. I don't know what happened with the box.

check this out

Still having second thoughts buying it?
Just teasing hehe

 

[littlesparrow]

Yes the book was fine. It was wrapped in plastic. I don't know what happened with the box.

check this out

Still don't wanna buy it? You sure
Just teasing hehe

:dropdead:
I'M IN LOVE.

Alright, maybe I will buy this book after all...

 

[Silouette]

I pre-ordered this book and received it
last week. There is a cute picture of Mike on pages 4 and 5 of him
napping in his hotel room. Todd Gray went into his room and snapped
a picture of him and the flash woke Michael up! Such an adorable photo.

I know the one........

Yes the book was fine.
It was wrapped in plastic. I don't know what happened with the box.

check this out

Still having second thoughts buying it?
Just teasing hehe

I had a feeling this was the one you were referring to.
I saw it on Hollywood Access or Entertainment Tonight, or one of them shows.
Michael in blue jeans...gotta love it! :wub:

Thanks so much for scanning.

 

[MJJ:G.O.A.T]

Finally got my book! It arrived this morning in a huge box that was half opened!

Me too! Mine came with the new edition of the Moonwalker book. I ordered both.

 

[xxSuzumeChan]

Yes the book was fine. It was wrapped in plastic. I don't know what happened with the box.

check this out

Still having second thoughts buying it?
Just teasing hehe

Waaahhhh precious!!! Thank-you

 

[Seven]

What a great shot

 

[aliana101]

I made a better version (I took the previous one with my cellphone)

Notice the book American children?

 

[ItsALLforLOVE]

Here are a couple more pictures of the book if you are still not convinced that you HAVE TO BUY IT!

http://www.accesshollywood.com/a-lo...sformation-into-the-king-of-pop_video_1169373

http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood...hael-jackson-excerpt-slideshow-200910#slide=1

 

[MJsPYT1]

AHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
*faints*

WHY have I still not ordered this?!!?! I'm such a procratstinator...i NEED this book!

 

[aliana101]

Do you think there will be a part 2 of this book?

I like the fact that there's little text and no bullshit. Just photos mainly with some cute stories/descriptions.

Oh yeah and laughed so hard when I checked the back of the book after going through it and saw the photo...nice choice!

 

[MJsPYT1]

Here are a couple more pictures of the book if you are still not convinced that you HAVE TO BUY IT!

http://www.accesshollywood.com/a-lo...sformation-into-the-king-of-pop_video_1169373

http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood...hael-jackson-excerpt-slideshow-200910#slide=1

Oh my goodness! that interview with Todd Gray was amazing! thanks for posting it :yes:

 

[elmari]

During the taping of a 1980 TV special featuring Michael and Danny Kaye at Disneyland, I photographed Michael in a variety of ways. Either management or the record company (or both, I no longer remember) asked me to portray him as a masculine adult whenever possible.

Michael waits in the executive lounge for a flight on Delta Airlines. An airline rep had given Michael captain’s wings and he’d pinned them to his hat.

At the Record Plant studio in Hollywood in 1974, the Jacksons joined Stevie Wonder to record his song “You Haven’t Done Nothin’.” Michael seemed oblivious to everything that was not connected to the recording process, or the genius of Stevie Wonder.

Michael showed me his newly finished private theater, complete with plush red velvet seats. I thought his blue sweater would complement the deep red, and I asked him to take a seat and pretend as if he were watching a movie. “Which movie?” he asked. I said, “It doesn’t matter. Any movie will do.” But Michael insisted: “Todd, you’ve got to tell me which movie I’m supposed to be watching if you want a reaction from me.” O.K., what about a Charlie Chaplin comedy, I suggested. “Which one?” Michael asked. “He’s made so many, you know.” My mind went blank; luckily, my assistant shouted out, “Modern Times.” Michael responded, “O.K., which part?” Exasperated, I said, “Michael, it’s a comedy, just laugh!” It was getting late and we were all tired and a little punchy, but Michael was having fun with all of this. “Well,” he began, “if you want me to laugh, then you have to tell me a joke. But you said you wanted me to act like I’m watching a movie. Which is it you want?” Finally I gave up and made a ridiculous clown face, which made him laugh.

Before almost every concert, there would be a meeting in the dressing room to go over any particularities of the venue that might affect the performance. Each venue differed in sound, mixing-booth location, and seating arrangement, and each had its own set of legal codes and rules. Slight adjustments were made at every show to conform to the requirements of the hall. Michael also took this opportunity to make improvements to the show or point out weaknesses in the previous concert.

In 1983, I was on a cover assignment to photograph Michael at his home in Encino, California. He had recently finished a complete remodel and transformed it into his dream home, complete with movie theater, zoo, and Disney-inspired attractions in the backyard. This was to be Michael’s testing ground, a mini-version of Neverland, which he built in Santa Barbara County years later.

Michael waits backstage at one of the many Los Angeles charity events he donated his time and talent to support, 1980.

Fans gather to greet the Jacksons as they arrive to play the Omni in Atlanta, July 1981.

Michael enjoys a little downtime.

http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood...hael-jackson-excerpt-slideshow-200910#slide=1

 

[Sils]

WOW!
I'm going to order this book right now!!

 

[prismsagainst5live]

ordering!!!

 

[littlesparrow]

During the taping of a 1980 TV special featuring Michael and Danny Kaye at Disneyland, I photographed Michael in a variety of ways. Either management or the record company (or both, I no longer remember) asked me to portray him as a masculine adult whenever possible.

Michael waits in the executive lounge for a flight on Delta Airlines. An airline rep had given Michael captain’s wings and he’d pinned them to his hat.

At the Record Plant studio in Hollywood in 1974, the Jacksons joined Stevie Wonder to record his song “You Haven’t Done Nothin’.” Michael seemed oblivious to everything that was not connected to the recording process, or the genius of Stevie Wonder.

Michael showed me his newly finished private theater, complete with plush red velvet seats. I thought his blue sweater would complement the deep red, and I asked him to take a seat and pretend as if he were watching a movie. “Which movie?” he asked. I said, “It doesn’t matter. Any movie will do.” But Michael insisted: “Todd, you’ve got to tell me which movie I’m supposed to be watching if you want a reaction from me.” O.K., what about a Charlie Chaplin comedy, I suggested. “Which one?” Michael asked. “He’s made so many, you know.” My mind went blank; luckily, my assistant shouted out, “Modern Times.” Michael responded, “O.K., which part?” Exasperated, I said, “Michael, it’s a comedy, just laugh!” It was getting late and we were all tired and a little punchy, but Michael was having fun with all of this. “Well,” he began, “if you want me to laugh, then you have to tell me a joke. But you said you wanted me to act like I’m watching a movie. Which is it you want?” Finally I gave up and made a ridiculous clown face, which made him laugh.

Before almost every concert, there would be a meeting in the dressing room to go over any particularities of the venue that might affect the performance. Each venue differed in sound, mixing-booth location, and seating arrangement, and each had its own set of legal codes and rules. Slight adjustments were made at every show to conform to the requirements of the hall. Michael also took this opportunity to make improvements to the show or point out weaknesses in the previous concert.

In 1983, I was on a cover assignment to photograph Michael at his home in Encino, California. He had recently finished a complete remodel and transformed it into his dream home, complete with movie theater, zoo, and Disney-inspired attractions in the backyard. This was to be Michael’s testing ground, a mini-version of Neverland, which he built in Santa Barbara County years later.

Michael waits backstage at one of the many Los Angeles charity events he donated his time and talent to support, 1980.

Fans gather to greet the Jacksons as they arrive to play the Omni in Atlanta, July 1981.

Michael enjoys a little downtime.

http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood...hael-jackson-excerpt-slideshow-200910#slide=1

:dropdead:
WOW.
That first photo....Oh my god.
I need this book!

 

[truluv]

i want the first and the fifth as a poster,omg love them

 

[Seven]

Thanks for sharing the pics

 

[MJsBadGirl]

This book is wonderful))) The photos are really amazing, i've never seen them before))
I would advice this book to every MJ fan, one of the best book about Michael Jackson))