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(1964 – 1990)
The Jacksons (formerly known as The Jackson 5, The Jackson Five, The Jackson 5ive or abbreviated as J5) was an American popular music quintet from Gary, Indiana. The group, active from 1964 to 1990, regularly played from a repertoire of R&B, soul, funk, and later disco. Considered “one of the biggest phenomenons in pop music” during the early 1970s, the Jackson 5 are also notable for launching the career of their lead singer, Michael Jackson.
The primary members of the group were all the sons of Katherine and Joseph Jackson: Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson, and Randy Jackson (see Randy & The Gypsys). Joseph Jackson formed the band in 1964 and served as its manager, with Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and unrelated youths Reynaud Jones and Milton Hite comprising its original lineup. Within a year, Michael and Marlon joined the band, and Michael became lead singer as the group developed a following in the eastern and midwestern United States during the mid-1960s. Signed to the Motown label from 1969 to 1975, and to CBS Records (as “The Jacksons”) from 1975 until their disbanding in 1990, the Jackson 5 were one of the most popular groups of the era and became the first recording act to have their first four major label singles (I Want You Back, ABC, The Love You Save, and I’ll Be There) reach the top of the American charts. Several future singles, among them “Mama’s Pearl”, “Never Can Say Goodbye” and “Dancing Machine”, were Top 5 pop hits and number-one hits on the R&B singles chart.
The primary members of the group were all the sons of Katherine and Joseph Jackson: Jackie Jackson, Tito Jackson, Jermaine Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Michael Jackson, and Randy Jackson (see Randy & The Gypsys). Joseph Jackson formed the band in 1964 and served as its manager, with Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, and unrelated youths Reynaud Jones and Milton Hite comprising its original lineup. Within a year, Michael and Marlon joined the band, and Michael became lead singer as the group developed a following in the eastern and midwestern United States during the mid-1960s. Signed to the Motown label from 1969 to 1975, and to CBS Records (as “The Jacksons”) from 1975 until their disbanding in 1990, the Jackson 5 were one of the most popular groups of the era and became the first recording act to have their first four major label singles (
I Want You Back, ABC, The Love You Save, and I’ll Be There) reach the top of the American charts. Several future singles, among them “Mama’s Pearl”, “Never Can Say Goodbye” and “Dancing Machine”, were Top 5 pop hits and number-one hits on the R&B singles chart.
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UnfortunatelyGr wrote:
I'd forgotten just how good their Destiny album is... the Jacksons albums were forgotten amidst the hysteria over Off The Wall and Thriller, but I rate them (almost) as highly. Some amazing music came from the family in that '78 to '84 period - including both Mike and Jermaine's solo albums.
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Sunset_Driver wrote:
This Place Hotel, Walk Right Now, Time Waits For No One, Give It Up, Can You Feel It..... The whole "Triumph" album is brilliant!
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Jenny_Babydoll wrote:
2300 Jackson Street ♥
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MsCuriousCat wrote:
I heard he have a new CD that came out few days ago, If he's alive people shouldnt seek him out because he had health problems and his body was changing. Michael Jackson wil always be the KING of POP and there will be no other like him. love and PEACE!
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TaketThatFanAma wrote:
STATE OF SHOCK♥
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Ariues wrote:
poor micheal didnt like the way he looked in that pic! did he know he'd go on to outsell the beatles? could he tell?
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JanaeJanae wrote:
I CANT WAIT FOR MJ'S IMMORTAL ALBUM TO COME OUT NOVEMBER 21ST! ALREADY PRE-ORDERED IT AND EVERYTHING (:
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BorrowWings wrote:
http://www.last.fm/music/Michael+Jackson/+images/68629388
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DamitaJo1814 wrote:
http://www.last.fm/music/Michael+Jackson/+images/61235489 ♥ vote up please.
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worldfallsdown wrote:
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cookieboo wrote:
Heyy guys, ya'll should join my group ;) http://www.last.fm/group/Song+Lyrics+%3A%29 Cheers :)
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DamitaJo1814 wrote:
http://www.last.fm/music/Michael+Jackson/+images/65286074 http://www.last.fm/music/Michael+Jackson/+images/65090482 http://www.last.fm/music/Michael+Jackson/+images/61235489 upppp
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jeehmesquita wrote:
top listener <3
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NatashaVishnya wrote:
woooow!))
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jeehmesquita wrote:
This Place Hotel ♥
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bnbmusic3000 wrote:
Hello, Everyone: Today is the second anniversary of the passing of Michael Jackson. In recognition of his contributions to the world of music, my Last.fm Station will be featuring all Michael Jackson, all day! Rest in peace, Michael!
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JNez wrote:
the victory album, esp. state of shock! <3
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jeehmesquita wrote:
Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground) ♥
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The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty on A&E
14 Dec 2009 | from blog.myspace.com/thejacksons
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