We all love it when our favourite artists go on tour because it gives us the opportunity to experience the music live while we gain new appreciation for those great acts. So, this week’s Way Back Wednesday lists amazing several shows that helped us to see the world’s top artists in a different light.
Each year, as we mark the passing of the Michael Jackson, people write dozens of articles highlighting his influence on the entertainment industry and his countless imitators. Yet, what about the artists who inspired the King of Pop? Well, it’s time to acknowledge those great acts for their contributions to Jackson’s legendary career.
Out hit Signature Song Series continues this week with the most challenging instalment to date! That’s right, it’s finally time to tackle one of the greatest catalogues of all time, the works of Michael Jackson, as we do our best to pick his all time definitive tune. Trust me, this one is very tough!
Some of you understand the struggles of having an extremely talented brother or sister who leaves you permanently in the shadows, no matter what you do in life. Yet, you shouldn’t feel alone in that struggle because there are many people affiliated with the music industry who are easily outshone by their famous singing siblings.
When Beyonce shared footage of her rehearsal for the 2013 Super Bowl Halftime Show, I joked that the scenes of her on a laptop were telltale signs of her surfing the web for inspiration from more original entertainers. Little did I know that I was right on the stolen money.
Forget about Jay-Z and Beyonce, a true power couple that once dominated the industry was Mariah Carey and her ex-husband, former Sony Music Entertainment chief Tommy Mottola. Indeed, although their time together has long since passed, the public fascination with the duo remains and Mottola enjoyed that attention on The Today Show.
As a true artist, Marsha Ambrosius just loves talking about her creative process and she did exactly that last evening on BET’s “106 & Park”. Among the topics on the agenda were her new video for “Cold War”, working with the late Michael Jackson and her upcoming Lovers & Friends album.
Did you know that Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and several other superstars once performed background vocals for Donna Summer?