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The Jackson Five. John Doe - 8A. PURPOSE: To recognize the contributions of those who have had a significant impact on the evolution, development and perpetuation of Rock and Roll. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
PURPOSE: To recognize the contributions of those who have had a significant impact on the evolution, development and perpetuation of Rock and Roll.
HOW: Eligible for induction 25 years after the release of their first record. They are nominated and voted into the hall of fame.
Jermaine Michael Jackie
Tito Marlon
Jackie Jackson
Sigmund Esco Jackson
Oldest brotherMay 4, 1951Gary, IndianaVocals Married Enid Spann, but divorcedBrandiSiggy
Jermaine Jackson
Jermaine LaJaune Jackson
December 11, 1954 Gary, Indiana Vocals, Bass Guitar and Electric Guitar
Married Hazel Gordy (Berry Gordy’s daughter) Jermaine Autumn Jaimy
Extra Marital Affairs Jeremy and Jourdynn Jaffar and Jermajesty
Tito Jackson
Toriano Adaryll Jackson
October 15, 1953 Gary, Indiana Guitar Married DeeDee Martes Taj Taryll Arden TJ Roaly(ty)
Marlon Jackson
Marlon David Jackson
March 12, 1957Gary, IndianaVocals/PercussionMarried Carol ParkerValenciaBrittanyMarlon Jr.
Michael Jackson
Michael Joseph Jackson
August 29, 1958 Gary, Indiana Vocals/Percussion Married Lisa Marie Presley (daughter of Elvis)
Then Married Deborah Rowe Prince Paris Blanket
The Beginnings
Created by father Joe Jackson in 1964
Originally called “The Jackson Brothers”
Won talent show in 1966 by singing “My Girl”
Joined the “Chitlin Circuit” and renamed Jackson Five
Competed on Apollo, and got attention of Berry Gordy Jr.
Signed to Motown Records in 1968
Rise to FameBerry Gordy spent 3 years molding the group
Diana Ross formally introduced the Jackson Five to the world in 1969 First
television appearance at the Miss Black America Pageant
Created an album with Diana Ross which featured “I Want You Back”
Musical StyleInspired by Funk,
Soul, Doo Wop, Motown Sound
Berry Gordy’s New Style
Motown + Soul+ Funk+ Teenage Bubblegum Pop
Unique Because…New Genre of Music
Michael’s voice
Performances… Matching Outfits
Unique Dance Moves Many Live/Variety Shows Frequent Studio Albums
Jackson Five
Decline• Change in producer caused less successful albums
• Michael had a solo career during the same time
• Motown refused to update their image
• Label Change = Name Change
ABOUT THE MUSIC: Analysis
• “ABC”– Written 1970– Guitar, Bass, Vocals,
Back-Ups, Tambourine, Drum Set, Lead Guitar, Piano
– Dance Hit– Fast/Loud– Happy and Fun
• “I WANT YOU BACK”– Written 1969– Guitar, Bass, Vocals,
Back-ups, Tambourine, Drum Set, Lead Guitar, Piano
– Dance Hit– Fast/Loud– Happy and Fun
Conclusion: The songs are VERY similar and written in a similar style. The main differences are in the lyrics of the songs and the “story” behind the song. Ultimately, many of the Jackson 5 songs are very similar.
Bicentennial
Their Place in History
School House Rock! Created
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Saturday
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Cartoons
Nixon Resigns
Achievem
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Many Top 10 Hits 1969: I Want You
Back 1970: ABC 1970: The Love You
Save 1970: I’ll Be There 1972: Doctor My Eyes
Inducted into Rock n Roll Hall Of Fame in 1997
Animated T.V. Series
Jackson 5…End of the
Road? Officially ended in 1988 with the album “2300 Jackson St.”
Possible Reunion Tour in 2008
Each Jackson had solo careerMichael and Janet the most successful
Tito did not go solo
Where Are They Now
Jackie Performed in 2001 Record Company Jesco DealZ is son Reunion Album
Jermaine Celebrity Big Brother
Islam T.V. Reunion Tour
Tito Raising his Kids
Marlon Black Family Channel Reunion Tour
Michael 25th Thriller Anniversary
Scandal
Weird and Interesting FactsKept frozen McDonalds burgers at home
Talked to the Brady Bunch on the phoneShared a triple bunk bed Michael Jackson denies having plastic surgery and owns The Beatles Royalties
Tito did not record a solo album
References• Book References
– Smith, Joan. "The Jackson Five."The Rolling Stone Rock n Roll Encyclopedia. 5th. 2001.
• Web References– Lovelake, MARSHA. "THE JACKSON FIVE." Motown
Records. 20 Jan 2008
• Picture References– ALL PICTURES ARE HYPERLINKS
SONG CHOICE
• ABC• Recorded in 1970• #1 Hit on the Radio• Expresses happiness and joy, it’s a fun song• Guitar, drums, bass, voice, harmony,
tambourine• My favorite song because it makes me laugh• Fun Facts: theme music to “Are You Smarter
than a 5th Grader” and used in the movie “Clerks II”
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