Michael Joseph Jackson: A Brief Biography

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Michael Joseph Jackson was born August 29, 1958, in Gary Indiana. At the age of five Michael had joined his brothers group the Jackson 5. Michael was the leading vocalist in the group, his unique style of performing impressed the audience. The Jackson 5 was signed to Motown by Berry Gordy in 1968.they worked well-known artist like Diana Ross and The Supreme. By the age of 13 Michael started his solo career, even though he was still part of the Jackson 5.” In 1972 Michael album “Ben” featuring the eponymous ballad about rat” was his first solo Number 1 single. In 1978 Michael and his brothers signed to Epic records with Quincy Jones. Michael released an album in 1982 called Thriller, “which generated seven Top 10 hits and became the best-selling