Remembering Michael Jackson's Better Days
SPIN's David Marchese on MJ as a hero, a superstar -- not a national punch line.
By David Marchese 06.26.09 9:10 AM
In the days to come, you will hear a lot of negative stories -- some true, some not -- about Michael Jackson. His squandered fortune. His strange health history. His failed marriages. But I can remember a time when "Michael Jackson" only meant good things.
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SPIN Staffers Remember Michael Jackson
A dozen ardent music fans recount their first encounters with the pop icon and his hit tunes.
By Spin Staff 06.25.09 3:38 PM
For millions of fans worldwide, Michael Jackson's death is not only a tragic end to a shining yet tormented life, but also a chance to look back at the King of Pop's career -- and its affect on our lives. Here SPIN staffers remember their first encounters with Jackson and his music.
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Remembering Michael Jackson: 5 Classic Videos
WATCH: In honor of the King of Pop's death, SPIN revisits his defining moments of the past 40 years.
By William Goodman 06.24.09 7:27 PM
Michael Jackson, who redefined pop culture and music over his 40-year career, died today in Los Angeles from a heart attack. He was 50 (read the full story here). As our tribute, we compiled the best video moments of Jackson's career, from the early days with the Jackson 5 to his crowning as the King of Pop.
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Jacko Love: Yeah Yeah Yeahs & Peter Bjorn and John!
WATCH: The King of Pop plays the muse in two new music videos.
By Melissa Goldstein 05.27.09 8:15 AM
Look no further than the new music vids from Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Peter Bjorn and John for evidence that Michael Jackson is back.
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Rivers Meets Rainn, Captain Beefheart's 10 Commandments, and More
Click here for our look at some of the Web's weirdest news of the week.
By Kate Thuma 04.03.09 1:35 PM
When nerds collide: Weezer frontman Rivers Cuomo has teamed up with The Office star Rainn Wilson to record new songs. [Weezer]
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