Michael Jackson was born on the 29th of August, 1958, in Gary, Indiana. He grew up in a very large family, he had five brothers and 3 sisters. Katherine is the oldest, followed by Rebbie, Jacking, Jermain, La Toya, Marlon, Randy, and Janet being the youngest. Michael was the third youngest, just above Randy and Janet. His father, Joe Jackson, was very strict, he believed his sons had great talent and strongly encouraged them to perform, creating the Jackson 5. At first, the only performers were Tito, Jermaine, and Jackie, but soon followed Michael, joining only at the age of five. He developed his own unique style of dance and music, he was a symbol of talent, hard work and dedication. Though his later life faced its own set of troubles and …show more content…
His unique sound influenced the future of popular music. He had a wide range of genres, but excelled in soul and funk with disco. He ended up creating a completely new sound for his time. He was one of the first artists ever to have an electronic and synthesized sound. Jackson popularized the use of the vocoder, a device that allowed him to create a whole new sound by layering his voice. His incorporation of video technology and choreography into his performances also changed the way popular music was presented. He is credited with revolutionizing the music video industry. Jackson's influence on the music industry is still felt today, and his pioneering of new sounds and technologies will continue to impact the development of popular music for years to come. He is most known for his very unique style of …show more content…
these theories have left an indelible mark on his reputation, despite the fact that many of them are unfounded. These theories have caused many people to question Jackson's character, as well as his professional accomplishments. The most prominent of these theories is the one surrounding his death. This theory suggests that Jackson was murdered for unknown reasons, instead of dying from a drug overdose as reported. This theory has been widely accepted by some, leading to a decrease in public opinion of Jackson. Additionally, these theories have caused some to question Jackson's relationship with children and the allegations of child molestation against him. This has caused a shift in how Jackson is perceived by the public, with many people now viewing him as a dangerous individual. As a result, his music and other works have not been as widely appreciated as they were prior to the conspiracy