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Students Perform Zombie-Themed Flashmob to Protest School Closings

Amanda Ferris — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 22:00:57 +0000

Students of the group Philadelphia Student Union, which is a part of a larger organization called the Philadelphia Coalition Advocacy of Public Schools, recently performed a zombie-themed flashmob to Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ in front of the school district’s headquarters. The students were protesting the new plan that would close 37 schools thanks to state budget cuts. They [...]

New Eddie Van Halen Interview Celebrates 30th Anniversary of 'Beat It' Guitar Solo

Billy Dukes — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 05:01:53 +0000

Eddie Van Halen didn't even get a mention on Michael Jackson's mega-smash album 'Thriller,' which celebrated its 30-year anniversary on November 30, despite having a heavy hand in the success of the third radio single. The guitarist says he did the solo on 'Beat It' for free -- and even wound up re-arranging the song while Jackson was out of the room.

10 Things You Didn't Know About Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'

Danny Gallagher — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:57:48 +0000

The shadow cast by Michael Jackson’s bizarre personal life and legal troubles may have eclipsed most of his career but it still could not blot out the shining triumph of his song and music video ‘Thriller.’ The surprise blockbuster single, video and album not only drove album sales to record heights but the music video, [...]

10 Songs Sure To Turn You Off [VIDEO]

Meagan Kyla — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 04:01:58 +0000

We all know that music can "get us in the mood" when we're feeling sexy and romantic, but you need to walk a careful line, because there are a plethora of songs that may not set the right tone for the evening.

Spotify recently did a study that revealed that music can be more arousing than touch, but here are 10 songs that you should stay clear of; they may be sending the wrong message.

AC/DC's 'Back in Black' Named Top Riff of the 1980s [AWESOME '80S WEEKEND]

Dave Lifton — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 04:01:43 +0000

In news that should surprise no one, the thunderous opening to AC/DC's 'Back in Black' was named as the top riff of the 1980s. The list was conducted by Gibson guitars, who, coincidentally, manufacture Angus Young's trademark SG.

Say What? 6 Songs With Totally Misheard Lyrics [VIDEO]

Meagan Kyla — Thu, 27 Sep 2012 04:01:51 +0000

Are you ever driving along in your car listening to Jack FM and singing your heart out to a tune that you know the chorus of, but the rest is sorta iffy in the middle?

Most Awesome Music Videos From the Awesome 80′s [VIDEO]

Dean Of Country — Sat, 26 May 2012 13:00:03 +0000

The year was 1981. The date, August 1st. Music Television was turned on and the rest is history. Since MTV, an artists’ video can either make (Madonna) or break (Billy Squire) a solo artist or band!I remember sitting inside on beautiful summer days in Buffalo waiting to see THE WORLD PREMIRE of Van Halen’s Panama. The Buggles’ ‘Video Killed [...]

Queen Planning Release of Freddie Mercury, Michael Jackson Recordings

Billy Dukes — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:59:07 +0000

Queen‘s Brian May and Roger Taylor have revealed they’re in possession of recordings of late vocalist Freddie Mercury singing with Michael Jackson. British newspaper The Sun reports that the public may finally get a chance to hear the two men harmonize.

Marlon Brando, Michael Jackson, Elizabeth Taylor Took Post-9/11 Road Trip Together

Jack FM Staff — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:30:10 +0000

According to an article in this month’s Vanity Fair, eccentric superstars Elizabeth Taylor and Marlon Brando were in New York to see a concert performance by their good friend Michael Jackson when the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11 occurred. Fearing more terrorism, Jackson moved his entire entourage, which included Taylor and Brando, to New Jersey [...]

Weird Al Yankovic's Best Parodies [VIDEOS]

Nicole Sabuda — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 03:15:58 +0000

Michael Jackson and Nirvana seemed to think Weird Al could do it right when making a parody of their songs! You won't believe who wants to be the next?

Amazing Michael Jackson Cabbie [Video]

Joe Russo — Sat, 05 Feb 2011 17:10:34 +0000

It’s an Awesome 80′s weekend on Jack FM, and the greatest music icon of the 80′s was Michael Jackson. He may have died, but his music lives on in an unlikely source…a Brazilian cab driver who entertains his fares with a spot on impression of the King of Pop.

5 Most Memorable Super Bowl Halftime Performances Ever [VIDEOS]

Staff — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 00:27:02 +0000

For its first couple decades of existence, the Super Bowl halftime show featured marching bands or “Up With People”-type musical medleys. Unfortunately, but the only folks who really got excited about those performances were the families of the performers.

Over the last 20 years, the Super Bowl halftime stage has become home to top hits and the increased star powers of popular musical acts.

We’ve compiled a list of the five most memorable of these legendary Super Bowl halftime shows, which should be the ones the Black Eyed Peas try to match when they take the field this weekend at Cowboy Stadium.

Tribute to Michael Jackson

Nicole Sabuda — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 14:30:35 +0000

They may have a crick in their backs, but Michael is deep in their loins... Check out an amazing tribute to Michael Jackson by some of his oldest fans. Give them a minute to get on stage because then the real party starts!

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Artist Spotlight: Michael Jackson

Nicole Sabuda — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 18:08:31 +0000

Here at Jack FM we have come to terms with the fact that we are completely self absorbed. This is why every time the name Jack shows up in the news we have to make a big deal about it! This week’s Artist Spotlight, and a gift to the music industry, is Michael JACKson. His new [...]