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Old June 26th, 2009 #86
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Michael Jackson, the sheikh and the comeback album that came too late

The bestselling solo artist of all time had been dropped by record label Sony and his last album, 2001's Invincible, was critically mauled. It sold less than 8m copies worldwide – compared with more than 100m for 1982's Thriller. He had not been in the American top 10 since 2001.

Jackson's death has caused a surge in sales of his existing albums. Less than 12 hours after his death was reported, Amazon's bestselling 12 records were by Michael Jackson. Now there is the prospect of fresh material with a more edgy, contemporary sound delivered by hit-makers Jackson hired. It is unclear how much of the proceeds from any release will go to settling Jackson's personal debts stemming from his lavish lifestyle.


http://www.guardian.co.uk/music/2009...released-album