MICHAEL JACKSON

Jan 14, 2009 – Detroit, Michigan, USA – Motown Records turns 50 years old Jan 12 – a half a century since Gordy secured the 00 family loan that would transform Detroit and popular music. Motown is celebrating its history with archival releases, documentaries, and even a Broadway musical. PICTURED: Jan 01, 1975 – Detroit, Michigan, USA – Considered ‘one of the biggest phenomenons in pop music’ during the early 1970s, the Jackson 5 are also notable for launching the careers of their lead singers JACKIE, TITO, JERMAINE, MARLON and MICHAEL. (Credit Image: © Keystone/Keystone Pictures/ZUMA Press) RESTRICTIONS: * Germany Rights OUT *

Added: June 25, 2009