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1958 - On August 29 in Gary, Indiana, USA born Michael Joseph Jackson, son ofJoseph "Joe" Walter and Katherine Jackson Scruse. The father worked in themetallurgical industry as a crane operator and his mother worked in the familyeconomy with odd jobs in department stores in the area.Michael was preceded siblings Maureen (known as Rebbie) born in 1950, Sigmund Esco(Jackie) in 1951, Toriano Adaryll (Tito) in 1953, LaJuan in 1954 Jermaine, LaToyaYvonne in 1956 and Marlon David in 1957. It was followed by Steve Randal (Randy)in 1962 and Janet Damita Jo in 1966.Michael was born on a rainy summer afternoon in the "Memorial Hospital".1962 - The life of Michael and his brothers was pretty monotonous: from home toschool and school to home. So their main entertainment had to be singing with hermother. The father had very recently left his band "The Falcons" because they mustfeed his large family, did not doubt the talent of their children and went into asevere test routine. His brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine and Marlon formed a bandcalled "The Jackson Family".Then Michael is caught imitating the singing of Jermaine. The next year theaudience sings before the song "Sound of Music" for his teammates. His brothersaccepted in the group.1964 - Wins his first money by acting in Mr. Lucky, a local club. Children beginlike to visit Jackson continuallydozens of scenarios and participating in contest for new talent there.1965 - are proclaimed winners of its first contest in Roosevelt Hight School. Itwould be the beginning of a long series. From there he became known as "TheJackson 5" and Michael very soon with talent, became the principal soloist of thegroup with his sharp voice of children.In those years, the "Jacksons" were the freaks, and rehearsing every day and theywere forbidden to go out. While children who did not participate in the grouphelped the family economy by removing the snow from the sidewalk in theneighborhood.1967 - Things are going very well for the young group, and Joseph decide to becomeprofessional, was so decided, risking her family, quit his job at themetallurgical enterpriseto devote full time to be the manager of the group formed by their children.The tests were increasing day by day, and what had begun as a game for everyone,had become a heavy workload for his young age. The moments of leisure andgames no longer exist.1968 - act in a novice contest at the legendary Apollo Theater in the city ofHarlem, New York and win. They do quite well and a record of Gary,"Steeltown Records" accepts two-disc recording and editing of the quintet: "BigBoy", "You've Changed Me" and "You Do not Have to be over 21" / "Jam Session"(retitled "Some Girls Want Me For Their Lover"). Advised by Bobby Taylor and theVancouvers, for those who had been opening act, are presented to Berry Gordy Jr.supreme head of the largest black label, Motown Records.It organizes a hearing and Gordy, who had heard about the kids Gladys Knight, oneof its major stars, are offered a contract.The Jackson participated in an election campaign in favor of who would become thefirst mayorGary Richard Hatch black. Diana Ross met them during this campaign.From there the story was appropriately amplified and aerated for advertisingpurposes.1969 - It was decided that the big star of black music, Diana Ross, acted as

godmother,then constantly promote the singer's friendship with Jackson.After months of testing, are presented in society in August in performing with"The Supremes" and words of Diana Ross made it clear who the realstar of the group: "... I am pleased to present this evening to a great youngstarhas worked in the entertainment world throughout his life and singing and dancinglights up the stage: Michael Jackson and The Jackson 5 ".On October 11 is released "I Want You Back" which sold two million in six weeks,reached number one in November, became a classic and devoted to his fiveinterpreters.Two months later released their first LP. The normal functions of presenting andpromoting the album will occupy,from now, the lives of children: Ed Sullivan Show, Motown TV shows, concerts, etc...1970 - "ABC", second track history of the group, is published at the beginning ofthe year. It is number one.In the spring would the album of the same name. The song "The Love You Save"becomes the thirdconsecutive number one of the Jackson 5.In the summer, the memorable "I'll Be There" is also number one.Two new albums have been published to accompany the singles.The group embarks on an endless succession of massive and successful concerts.One of them should be suspended because a gang of juvenile delinquents threatenedthe life of Michael. At the end of the year the family moved to their newlypurchased mansionCity of Encino in California, more precisely Heyvenhusrt Avenue in 4641. Begins"Jacksonmana" and the home is constantly surrounded by followers.

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1971 - The year began with the publication of a single "Mama's Pearl" that comesonly at number twoand a nomination for a Grammy for "ABC". In March comes "Never Can Say Goodbye".Record the TV special where Diana Ross is overwhelming. By counting the Christmasalbumand the soundtrack of another special, the Jacksons have already published sixalbums. Television starts soundingSaturday morning his series of cartoon medley of her hits.In that year made more than fifty concerts in various U.S. cities for the firsttime leaving the country.On October 7 Michael releases his first single "Got To Be There" what formalso part of his first solo album. Later would come Jermaine's solo workand Jackie, but there was no competition possible: Michael always won.1972 - The same kind of activities keeps busy during the months following thequintetwhich is virtually besieged by his followers. Elton John was the opening act ofthe boyswho combine their professional activities with private instruction, accompaniedby a teacherparticularly so when they go on tour.Michael publishes "Got To Be There", his first album on January 24,whose first single was already widespread anterior.y year which includesa version of an old number one as "Rockin'Robin.

In the fall conference is a new television special, followed by the first Europeantour. Randy,the younger brother begins to act with the group.On 4 August the same year published the second of Michael's solo album called"Ben".1973 - Albums of success, massive tours, magazine covers, television.Michael is nominated for an Oscar for the song "Ben" from the film "The Revolutionof the Rats".Toured Japan and Australia. Jackie releases his solo LP.LaToya replaces Titus on stage for the birth of their first child.Back in the United States, edited by Jackson on March 29 the album "Skywriter"in principle was well received by critics ensuring the maturity of the group.On April 13 Michael releases his third solo album called "Music & Me".Classic and timeless, the album is a collection of ballads. Is the LP whereMichael sings betterand remains one of their favorites.On September 12 The Jackson 5 edit a new album called"Get It Together" as the best album of Jackson., With only 8 songs long.They must let their adolescent stage to definitively show a mature group.1974 - He toured Africa, but not like the food and should stop.Again number one with "Dancing Machine" released on September 5, without anypromotion.At that time the boys were already in talks to CBS.The boycott was evident, not even the director Berry Gordy wanted to appear on thecover asexecutive producer.They give a series of concerts at the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas where theyparticipate Randyand three sisters. They have a cabaret show outdated it does not like Michael.Perform new tours in England and Japan.1975 - They recorded the last album with Motown, "Moving Violation".The album did not have much success. The Jackson brothers were mostly marriedwith children.They wanted to play other songs, but Motown did not accept their ideas.And all were older ones and their self-produced masterpiece never came.He continued the boycott of Motown, but now acts as manager Joseph Jackson onbehalf of their childrenand looking for a new recording contract most advantageous to the group.1976 - They make a variety series for TV.It is a weekly show on CBS does not like Michael.They get the first gold record in the Epic, due to previously not being associatedwith the RIIA Motown, A trade association that grants them, had never been certified.The album took a year and a half in running, long enough for Motownwent on sale the inevitable Anthology searched its archives and some materialunpublished exposing at the same time as the new official album Epic. Thecollection is called"Joyful Jukebox Music" and it is a collection of songs from different sessions.Although the album was soon edited the first single from "The Jacksons"was launched in November 1976 called "Enjoy Yourself", but not in the newcompany the boys could do whatever they deseaban.Firman in May a contract forEpic.Jermaine decide to stay, like the name Jackson 5 to be in the company,