Black Americans Embrace The King Of Pop June 29, 2009 • Black America has long had a complicated relationship with Michael Jackson. While hailed as a star who crossed color lines, Jackson has endured much criticism for his eccentric behavior and physical transformation. But in the wake of his death, New York Times journalist Marcus Mabry says, African Americans are embracing the King of Pop without reservation. Black Americans Embrace The King Of Pop Listen · 5:26 5:26 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/106037895/106037888" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Music Motown's Gordy On Michael Jackson June 27, 2009 • Berry Gordy Jr. already had stars like Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and Diana Ross under contract to the Motown label when he signed the Jackson 5 a little over 40 years ago. But of all those huge names, there was one that he was proud to call protege. Scott Simon speaks with Gordy about Michael Jackson. Motown's Gordy On Michael Jackson Listen · 4:51 4:51 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/106007614/106008675" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National Figuring Michael Jackson's Estate A Complex Task June 27, 2009 • As authorities look deeper into the cause of Michael Jackson's death, financial experts will be trying to determine the value of his estate, which was weighed down by massive debts. So it will likely take some time to untangle Jackson's complex financial affairs. Figuring Michael Jackson's Estate A Complex Task Listen · 4:02 4:02 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/106007576/106007561" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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National Jackson Coroner Delays Ruling On Cause Of Death June 26, 2009 • As fans worldwide reeled from the news of Michael Jackson's passing, the Los Angeles County Coroner said an autopsy performed Friday was inconclusive. The coroner's office says determining the precise cause of Jackson's death will take four to six weeks.
Music Interviews 'Bad' Choreographer Remembers Michael Jackson June 26, 2009 • Choreographer and dancer Jeffrey Daniel worked with Michael Jackson on his hit videos Bad and Smooth Criminal. He also taught Jackson "the backslide," which the king of pop later developed into the famous "moonwalk." 'Bad' Choreographer Remembers Michael Jackson Listen · 5:31 5:31 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105986636/105988195" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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In Jackson's Birthplace, Shock At Icon's Death June 26, 2009 • The last few decades have not been easy on the city of Gary, Ind., just outside of Chicago. Crime and high unemployment plague the manufacturing city of less than 100-thousand. But even through the difficult times, Gary residents remained proud to live in the hometown of superstar Michael Jackson. In Jackson's Birthplace, Shock At Icon's Death Listen · 3:27 3:27 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105986633/105988194" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Fans Around World Remember Michael Jackson June 26, 2009 • Fans of pop icon Michael Jackson from as far a field as Berlin, Beijing, Mexico City and Jerusalem sing songs by the king of pop. Jackson died Thursday following an apparent heart attack. Fans Around World Remember Michael Jackson Listen · 4:13 4:13 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105986630/105986604" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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No Ruling After Jackson's Autopsy June 26, 2009 • Investigators are trying to learn more about the circumstances surrounding the death of the pop music legend. An autopsy performed Friday was inconclusive, and more tests were ordered. Jackson has a history of addiction to painkillers. No Ruling After Jackson's Autopsy Listen · 4:15 4:15 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105986605/105986595" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Africa Mourns The King Of Pop June 26, 2009 • Michael Jackson's fame stretched around the world. In Africa, he was a legend and an inspiration. NPR's Africa Correspondent Ofeibea Quist-Arcton remembers meeting Jackson when he visited Ivory Coast in 1992. She says Africans all across the continent are mourning the loss. Africa Mourns The King Of Pop Listen · 8:19 8:19 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105959193/105959184" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Jackson's Musical Peers Remember His Genius June 26, 2009 • Kenny Gamble, producer and co-writer of the Jackson's first two albums after leaving Motown, and Howard Hewett, lead singer of the popular 70s R&B group Shalamar, reflect on their experience working with Michael Jackson. Jackson's Musical Peers Remember His Genius Listen · 9:29 9:29 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105959190/105959183" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Music Interviews Michael Jackson: Child Singer To King Of Pop June 26, 2009 • Critic Margo Jefferson says Michael Jackson wrote perfectly constructed pop songs, reviving Motown and pushing black performers back into the main arena of pop culture. The author of On Michael Jackson reflects on the entertainer's impact and stage presence. Michael Jackson: Child Singer To King Of Pop Listen · 4:41 4:41 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105950492/105950506" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Jackson Fans And Family Mourn His Death June 26, 2009 • Fans around the world are mourning the loss of pop icon Michael Jackson, who died Thursday at the age of 50. Jackson was hoping for a comeback after years of personal and financial setbacks. An autopsy is scheduled for Friday. Jackson Fans And Family Mourn His Death Listen · 4:16 4:16 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105950489/105950466" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Remembering Michael Jackson, 'King Of Pop' June 26, 2009 • We watched Michael Jackson grow up and morph into a modern-day song-and-dance man; we danced to his beat until he began to change and we weren't sure what to make of it; and then we witnessed his long, strange fall from grace. Remembering Michael Jackson, 'King Of Pop' Listen · 4:17 4:17 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105950467/105950455" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Music Critic DeRogatis Reviews Jackson's Career June 25, 2009 • Over the years, music critics fell in and out of love with Michael Jackson. Jim DeRogatis, the pop music critic with the Chicago Sun-Times and host of Chicago Public Radio's Sound Opinions, was one of them. Robert Siegel talks to DeRogatis about the death of the king of pop. Music Critic DeRogatis Reviews Jackson's Career Listen · 4:04 4:04 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105942689/105942688" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Audio Engineer Swedien Remembers Jackson June 25, 2009 • Audio engineer and record producer Bruce Swedien worked with Michael Jackson on some of the king of pop's hit albums like Thriller. Swedien shares his memories of the late king of pop. Audio Engineer Swedien Remembers Jackson Listen · 4:13 4:13 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/105942513/105942512" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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