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London, July 1 : American singer Aaron Carter has claimed that late pop legend Michael Jackson gave him cocaine and alcohol when he was 15.
The "Crazy Little Party Girl" hit-maker, who spent a month in rehab earlier this year for "emotional and spiritual" issues, was friends with the King of Pop.
Carter, the younger brother of singer Nick Carter, revealed that he became so uncomfortable with Jackson's behaviour that his mother called the police.
"I never talked about it ... This is the first time. I do ... I miss Michael ... I have spent such incredible times with him. I did things with him that nobody else did ... But I was also troubled about what he did to me. Yes, he gave me wine. I mean, I could have refused, but I was 15," the 23-year-old told OK! Magazine.
"He gave me cocaine. I felt weird about that and other stuff ... We spoke afterwards, hours and hours, on the phone. I admired Michael, but his behaviour bothered me a lot. Then my mother called the police," he added.
Washington, June 26 : Jermaine Jackson has paid a touching musical tribute to his late brother Michael by performing in his honour to mark the pop star's second death anniversary.
His nostalgic concert was held at the 12th Indian International Film Awards festivities in Toronto.
Jermaine, who donned a military-style outfit inspired by his superstar sibling, sang a medley of Michael's hits, including 'Scream', 'Can You Feel It' and 'Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'.
"This is a special moment in the show because it's a tribute to my brother." Contactmusic quoted Jermaine as telling the crowd.
Indian singer Sonu Nigam later joined him to sing Michael's ballad 'This Is It'.
London, June 24 : The second anniversary of Pop legend Michael Jackson's death will be marked with a customised motorcycle that will drive through Forrest Lawn Memorial Park where his body was cremated.
Created by family friend Marcell 'Porkchop' Miller, the motorcycle will display the images of the singer at Forrest Lawn Memorial Park Saturday. Jackson died two years ago at age 50.
The King of Pop's hometown in Gary, Indiana, where he lived with his family until 1969 is also planning a tribute.
"The world can expect a 'Tribute to Michael' every year in June in Gary, Indiana. The world is invited," femalefirst.co.uk quoted Mayor Rudy Clay as saying.
The free-admission tribute will take place at the 'Thriller' hitmaker's childhood home from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., culminating with a candlelit vigil.
Toronto, June 24 : Singer Jermaine Jackson is upbeat about performing with Indian crooner Sonu Niigaam at the International Indian Film Academy (IIFA) extravaganza here, and says his family is a fan of Bollywood."I am very honoured to have been invited here at IIFA. Me and my family members are true lovers of Bollywood, especially its music and dance," Jermaine, who is late King of Pop Michael Jackson's brother, said here.
Jermaine will perform with Sonu at the IIFA Rocks - a music and fashion event to be held at the Ricoh Coliseum here Friday night, the eve of Michael's second death anniversary.
"I am thankful to the entire world for being supportive at the time of Michael's death, and I am really excited to be part of the composition by Sonu. I am sure I will have a great time...he has composed a great track," added Jermaine, who also launched a green badge for IIFA at the inaugural press conference for the event.
The song that the duo will perform has been chosen as a tribute song for Michael, who died June 25, 2009, by his family.
Hopefully, Sonu would be able to do justice to the much-awaited performance because he has come to Toronto with a sore throat!
London, June 22 : Late singer Michael Jackson has been voted the greatest singer of all time in a new poll.
Fans have honoured him by making him top the list of the Greatest Singer Of All Time in a poll conducted by Nme.com. The King of Pop died June 25, 2009, after suffering a cardiac arrest following an overdose of anaesthetic Propofol.
Queen frontman Freddie Mercury came second, while Elvis Presley placed third.Guns N' Roses star Axl Rose came in fourth and John Lennon rounded out the top five, reports contactmusic.com.
David Bowie, Robert Plant, Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder and ArethaFranklin also featured in the top 10 list.
Sydney, June 22 : 'King of Pop' Michael Jackson has been crowned the greatest singer of all time, just days ahead of his second death anniversary.
Fans have honoured the late pop star by voting him into top place in a new NME.com poll, reports the Sydney Morning Herald.
Jackson, whose score was 9.02 out of 10, beat Queen frontman Freddie Mercury by 0.7 points, while Elvis Presley placed third scoring 7.7.
Guns N' Roses star Axl Rose came in fourth and John Lennon rounded out the top five.
NME's top 10 greatest singers are as follows:1. Michael Jackson
2. Freddie Mercury
3. Elvis Presley
4. Axl Rose
5. John Lennon
6. David Bowie
7. Robert Plant
8. Paul McCartney
9. Stevie Wonder
10. Aretha Franklin
WASHINGTON, D.C. : The former general manager of the late "King of Pop" Michael Jackson, Raymone Bain, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to charges that she failed to file federal and District of Columbia income tax returns, prosecutors said.
According to the evidence presented in court, Bain worked in the sports and entertainment industry in the District of Columbia and founded her public relations firm, Davis, Bain & Associates. Beginning in 2006, Bain became personal general manager for Michael Jackson and president of the Michael Jackson Company. In that capacity, she was responsible for daily operations of the Michael Jackson Company, including financial, public relations and marketing tasks. Bain was compensated for her services.
Despite earning substantial income, Bain knowingly failed to file her federal her District of Columbia income tax returns, and she failed to pay income taxes owed during 2006 through 2008. According to the plea documents filed in court on Wednesday, the tax loss is between $200,000 and $400,000.
The federal criminal violation carries a maximum penalty of 12 months in prison and a $100,000 fine. The District of Columbia criminal violation carries a maximum penalty of six months in prison and $5,000 fine.
Michael Jackson, recognized by the "Guinness World Records" as the most successful entertainer of all time, died on June 25, 2009 at the age of 50. He was found unconscious in bed at his rented mansion in Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles County Coroner ruled his death a homicide, mainly caused by the powerful anaesthetic Propofol which was given to him by Dr. Conrad Murray, Jackson's personal physician. He has been charged with involuntary manslaughter and faces a maximum four year state prison term if found guilty.3
The "Crazy Little Party Girl" hit-maker, who spent a month in rehab earlier this year for "emotional and spiritual" issues, was friends with the King of Pop.
