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MICHAEL JACKSON: THE KING OF POP

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 Michael Jackson, one of the most iconic and influential entertainers in the history of popular music was born on August 29, 1958, in Gary, Indiana.  Early Life and Jackson 5 (1958-1975)    Michael was the eighth of ten children in the Jackson family. He began performing at a young age and, along with his older brothers, formed the Jackson 5 in the late 1960s. They achieved remarkable success with hits like "I Want You Back" and "ABC." The Jackson 5 achieved remarkable success with Motown Records in the late 1960s. Michael, with his distinctive voice and stage presence, quickly emerged as the group's lead singer. Solo Career Takeoff (1971-1979)    Michael's solo career started while he was still part of the Jackson 5. His early albums, such as "Got to Be There" and "Ben," marked his transition into a solo artist. The turning point came with the release of the album "Off the Wall" in 1979. Produced by Quincy Jones, it was a criti...

A BIT INTO THE LIFE OF TOM CHAPLIN

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  A BIT INTO THE LIFE OF TOM CHAPLIN Tom Chaplin is a quite famous but yet to be discovered by many British musician best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Keane.          Tom Chaplin was born Thomas Oliver Chaplin on March 8, 1979, in Hastings, East Sussex, England. He attended Vinehall School and later Tonbridge School, where he met future Keane bandmates Tim Rice-Oxley and Richard Hughes. Tom Chaplin is known for his powerful and distinctive voice, often praised for its emotional depth and range. He has been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health issues, using his experiences to raise awareness and advocate for recovery. Formation of Keane (1995-1997) Tom Chaplin, along with Tim Rice-Oxley and Richard Hughes, formed the band Keane in 1995 while studying at Tonbridge School. They initially called themselves "The Lotus Eaters" before settling on the name "Keane”. The band later added bassist Jesse Quin, c...