Monday, June 28, 2010

I Want You To Stay

 Just weeks before Michael Jackson passed away, Marsha Ambrosius composed a tune late one night while on piano. She promptly sent a snippet to him for consideration. Michael called and wanted to do some work on the track.

 However as the story goes, they never got a chance to do much of anything with it. But after Michael tragically moved on, Marsha recorded her own version for the album "Late Nights and Early Mornings".

 Though her falsetto you can actually visualize Michael singing with all his heart. Though I bet the composition would be more of a soundscape alternative note. Kind of like the bridge to "Escape" or that tune from Cheetah Girls 2(where they break up). One can only dream.

 Previously, she helped produce MJ's version of Butterflies! A retrospective R&B classic!

Friday, June 25, 2010

This Day In Retrospect

 It's hard to believe 365 days have passed us by since Michael Jackson's death. That very day when disillusion reined supreme in all our minds. He had just Sold Out The O2 Arena and appeared more healthier then ever(since the 90's). Clearly, this guy was ready to take the world by storm! None of us ever dreamed we would hear these words on national television..."Michael Jackson died today..."

 I remember it clearly. I was on the computer surfin' the web when my mom cried out "R.J...Michael Jackson has been rushed to the hospital!"
Many things were going through my mind. "What about that medical test back in Feb?" "The media will proclaim Jackson flopped his comeback. Saying 'I told ya so!'" "Will more shows get held back?"

 Yet as time passed the news anchor announced that Mr. Jackson was now in a coma only to be changed to death. I fully admit to denying it no matter how credible the source was. Even wishing somehow they make a mistake and found someway to revive him. But my hopes were in vain.

 Eventually, I came to the realization that he was truly gone. But not until July 9th. When Parish Jackson made that sincere heartfelt remark, I could do nothing but break down and cry(even as a 24 year old male). Though the media has over-played that scene. Destroying the justice it so richly deserves.

 Michael Jackson will always be remembered as a Thriller sensation who impacted millions with his life and legacy-But was laced with numerous problems too personal to describe!

J. Views Cover-Smooth Criminal

Check out this Jazzed-up "Smooth Criminal" tribute by J. Views!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Michael Jackson Remixes Pt. 19

 As For "One More Chance", Michael allowed his single to be mixed to the mash in order that it might reach a wider audience. so DJ Ford, Paul Oakenfold, Ron G, and R. Kelly each created their own twist to the record.

1. Ford Remix

2. Metro Remix

3. Slang Remix

4. Slang Electro Remix

5. Paul Oakenfold Mix

6. Paul Oakenfold Urban Mix(Click on link above)

7. Paul Oakenfold Pop Mix

8. Night and Day Remix

9. Ron G Club Mix

10. Ron G. Rhythmic Mix

11. R. Kelly Remix

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And that ends our journey through Michael Jackson's remixes. Hope you enjoyed it!

Michael Jackson Remixes Pt. 18

 With the help of Eve and Jay-Z, the Track Masters had assembled together remixes for "You Rock My World" and "Butterflies". Michael was said to specifically choose these two because of their relevance and popularity with the younger crowd during that time. I believe there were many other remixes that got shelved due to the feud between Tony Mottola and Jackson. After all, a number of singles were thwarted from the Invincible sessions.

1. You Rock My World-Featuring Jay-Z

2. Butterflies Master Mix-Featuring Eve

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Stay tuned for remixes to "One More Chance"!

Update: The "One More Chance" mixes are now Up!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Michael Jackson Remixes Pt. 17

 Mousse T. had his own take to MJ's horror-infested track "Ghosts" along with DJ Greek. In addition, Eddie and Deep Dish sizzled up their own take for Is It Scary. Tony Moran, Fire Island, and Refugee Camp all have done their share of "Blood On The Dance Floor".

Ghosts

1. Mousse T's Club Mix

2. Mousse T's Club Mix TV(similar to above)

3. Mousse T's Radio Rock(click on first link)

4. Mousse T's Radio Rock Singalong Remix(click on first link)

Is It Scary

1. Deep Dish Dark & Scary Remix

2. Deep Dish Double-O-Jazz Dub

3. Deep Dish Instrumental Mix

4. Eddie's Love Mix

5. Eddie's Rub-A-Dub Mix

6. DJ Greek's Scary Mix

Blood On The Dance Floor

1. TM's Switchblade Mix

2. Refugee Camp Mix

3. Fire Island Vocal Mix

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Stay tuned for a few Invincible mixes!

***Edit*** Invincible mixes are now Up!

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Michael Jackson Remixes Pt. 16

 Tony Moran, Ummah, and Mark Picchiotti(The Basstoy) were all three chosen to remix Michael Jackson's memorial anthem History! He also remixed a few editions to "Blood On The Dance Floor"-the track.

1. Tony Moran's HIStory Lesson

2. Tony Moran's HIStorical Dub(click on link above)

3. MARK!'s Vocal Club Mix

4. The Ummah Radio Mix

5. The Ummah Urban Mix(Go to "Radio Mix")

6. The Ummah DJ Mix(Go to "Radio Mix")

6. As a bonus, here is the official remix to Mj's song "2 Bad". Refugee Camp Mix

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Stay tuned for some ghouly remixes to "Ghosts", "Is It Scary", and a few jammin' mixes to "Blood On The Dance Floor!

***Update*** The Remixes are now up!

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Michael Jackson Remixes Pt. 15

 Frankie Knuckles, Johnathan David Buck, and Robert Kelly clamored to spin up up to 5 remixes for Michael Jackson's smash hit You Are Not Alone. David Buck also wrote a few tunes around this time for MJ's consideration. R.Kelly had written and co-produced the track with The Gloved One as well.

1. Franctified Club Mix

2. Classic Club Mix(click on the link above)

3. Jon B. Main Mix

4. Jon B. Padapella Mix(click on the link above)

5. R. Kelly Mix

Stay tuned for the next patch!

Michael Jackson's Father Passes Away at 89!

 On June 27th, 2018 Michael Jackson's dad passed on from a bout of cancer. Although he was very rough with his children and yes abused t...