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April 17, 2007

Harris-Scott Vs. Jackson Case Dismissed

Yesterday, a Los Angeles Judge dismissed the case, (Case ID: SC089547, Case Number: SC089547, Case Type: Infliction of Emotional Distress - General Jurisdiction), brought by Helen M. Harris-Scott against Michael Jackson.

The bizarre case, filed 04/28/2006 by Harris-Scott, alleged that she began sending Jackson cards and letters in 1986, declaring her love and admiration for the pop star. The plaintiff claimed Mr Jackson was shy and communicated with her through others and through his music.

Harris-Scott claimed that it became very bad around 1987 when Jackson, who was "connected with criminals", flattened her tires and tampered with her brake system. She also said a GPS tracking device was secretly installed in her car, tracking her every move. She said her phone was also wiretapped.

Harris-Scott demanded an immediate apology from Jackson and she also wanted $100 million.
A Los Angeles Judge dismissed the case 04/16/2007.

Source: LA Superior Court/michaeljackson.hu/MJJF/eMJey

Sony/ATV Music Publishing Acquires Leiber Stoller Catalogue

Sony/ATV Music Publishing announced today that it has acquired the catalogue of songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.

The Leiber Stoller catalogue contains more than 40 Top 40 hits such as, " Stand By Me," "Poison Ivy," "Is That All There Is?," Love Potion #9" and some hits from Elvis Presley. Sony/ATV Music Publishing is co-owned by Sony and trusts formed by Michael Jackson.

"I have always been a great fan of this amazing catalogue," said Martin N. Bandier, Chairman and CEO, Sony/ATV Music Publishing. "These songs can only be described as gems that help define American music. I am looking forward to exploring ways to introduce them to a whole new generation and to working with Jerry and Mike, who are two of the most prolific and successful songwriters of all time."

"This is an important and exciting acquisition for Sony/ATV Music Publishing," said Rob Wiesenthal, Chief Financial Officer, Sony Corporation of America, and Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, Sony Entertainment Inc. "This catalogue traces decades of rock and roll history, and we look forward to further increasing its value for the company going forward."

"I am delighted that we were able to acquire the Leiber Stoller catalogue," said Michael Jackson. "The songs of Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller have defined an era, and the artists who have recorded their work reads like a who's who of rock and roll."

Leiber and Stoller, who have worked together for more than 50 years, have been inducted into the Songwriters' Hall of Fame, the Record Producers' Hall of Fame, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. They also share a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

"As an innovative and independent music publishing company, Sony/ATV provides the perfect home for our work," said Mike Stoller. "I am confident that the team at Sony/ATV will give the necessary focus and attention to our songs, creating fresh and innovative ways to promote our work."

Jerry Leiber added, "I am pleased to join Sony/ATV Music Publishing's extensive roster of great composers, including Lennon and McCartney, Roy Orbison, and Hank Williams."

Source:Earth Times/MJJF/eMJey

April 07, 2007

Michael Jackson Calls On Akon's Help For Chart Comeback

Michael Jackson is looking to top the U.S. charts as he plans his major comeback and Michael has asked Akon to help him return to the top. Jackson has been working with Will.i.am on his comeback album as well. He now plans to meet with Akon, who is at number one with Don't Matter and Gwen Stefani's number two hit The Sweet Escape.

They were supposed to have met in Las Vegas last week but due to previous commitments Akon has called off his meeting with the King of Pop. He is hoping to meet with Jackson before the end of April and making big plans for the superstar's comeback.

He told Rolling Stone Magazine, ""I'm excited because I think it's gonna be magic when we get together."

"All the stuff that he's going through, that he's been through the past two years, the stuff that's been out in the media... the stuff that hasn't been out, I think he needs to just take all that (and) put it in his records. It's a big story.

"Nobody's ever really heard Mike's story... If he takes that and accepts what's been out there and expresses his opinion, express his feelings, express what he felt on a record I think it'd take his whole album to a whole 'nother level because the album now becomes a soundtrack of his life from that point to this point and that's something people are gonna want to know about."

Source:Starpulse/Rolling Stone Magazine/MJJF/eMJey