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Released in November of 1995, Michael Jackson's "Earth Song" was in many ways anachronistic. In both subject and sound, it was like nothing else on the radio. It defied the cynicism and apathy of Generation X; it challenged the aesthetic expectations for a "pop song" (or even a "protest song"), fusing blues, opera, rock and gospel; and it demanded accountability in an era of corporate greed, globalization and environmental indifference. A massive hit globally (reaching #1 in over fifteen countries), it wasn't even offered as a single in the United States. Yet nearly two decades later, it stands as one of Jackson's greatest artistic achievements.
In this groundbreaking monograph, author Joseph Vogel (Man in the Music: The Creative Life & Work of Michael Jackson) details the song's context and evolution from its inception in Vienna in 1988, to its release and reception in 1995, to Jackson's final live performance in Munich in 1999. Based on original research, including interviews with the song's key participants, Earth Song: Inside Michael Jackson's Magnum Opus offers a fascinating reassessment of this prophetic musical statement.
In this groundbreaking monograph, author Joseph Vogel (Man in the Music: The Creative Life & Work of Michael Jackson) details the song's context and evolution from its inception in Vienna in 1988, to its release and reception in 1995, to Jackson's final live performance in Munich in 1999. Based on original research, including interviews with the song's key participants, Earth Song: Inside Michael Jackson's Magnum Opus offers a fascinating reassessment of this prophetic musical statement.
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About the Author:
Joseph Vogel is an Assistant Professor at Merrimack College. He is the author of the critically acclaimed book, Man in the Music: The Creative Life and Work of Michael Jackson and This Thing Called Life: Race, Sex, Religion and the Creative Revolution of Prince.
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"Terrific! It was totally engaging to finally hear the complete story of 'Earth Song.' Vogel's perspective is amazing. What true insights he has uncovered." - Matt Forger, Technical Engineer for Thriller, Bad, Dangerous and HIStory
"To my mind, Vogel's analysis of Michael Jackson's "Earth Song" represents the very best of what art criticism can be: it educates and enlightens us, and leads us to a deeper appreciation and understanding of Jackson's art." - Dr. Willa Stillwater, author of M Poetica: Michael Jackson's Art of Connection and Defiance
"To my mind, Vogel's analysis of Michael Jackson's "Earth Song" represents the very best of what art criticism can be: it educates and enlightens us, and leads us to a deeper appreciation and understanding of Jackson's art." - Dr. Willa Stillwater, author of M Poetica: Michael Jackson's Art of Connection and Defiance
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- PublisherBlakeVision Books
- Publication date2011
- ISBN 10 0981650694
- ISBN 13 9780981650692
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages130
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