Key Details: Premiere Date and Venue: The tour is set to premiere on August 29, 2021, at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, California. This date holds significance as it marks what would have been the 63rd birthday of each of the 16 Michaels.
Formation and Development: The Michael Jackson Ensemble was officially formed on August 29, 2020. The development of The Legacy World Tour began a year prior, focusing on a collaborative effort where each incarnation pays homage to their collective and individual legacies as they prepare for rehearsals starting January 1, 2021.
The Michaels: The ensemble features 16 Michaels, corresponding to different periods in his life from the Pre-Jackson 5 era to the This Is It era. Each variant possesses distinct vocal abilities and instrumental skills, ranging from boy trebles in the early years to high tenors and even newfound multi-instrumentalists as they represent all facets of Jackson's artistry.
Musical Integrity: Importantly, every performance during The Legacy World Tour is described as 100% live, without pre-recorded tracks or lip-syncing issues, ensuring a flawless execution reminiscent of their original performances.
Global Reach and Cultural Impact: The tour is touted to be a monumental event; it will encompass every nation and involve crew and dancers from every corner of the world. The concerts will be broadcast globally, and a concert film titled "The Legacy World Tour: The Movie" will document every performance.
Technical and Pioneering Aspects: The planning incorporates the most advanced technical setups for staging, sound, and visuals, focusing heavily on providing a historical and immersive experience that exceeds the combined artistic expression of all the Michaels in their original iterations.
Legacy and Beyond: The overarching theme is about honoring Michael Jackson's multifaceted legacy from his influence on music and dance to his humanitarian efforts. Following the tour, various initiatives in tribute to his work in arts and philanthropy are expected, including a revived Heal the World Foundation.
Financial Scale: The entire tour is projected to cost around $2.2 trillion, establishing it as one of the most ambitious and financially extravagant concert projects to date. Throughout "The Legacy World Tour," the intermingling stories of the musicians delve deep into personal relationships formed during the ensemble’s creation. Best friends emerge among the different Michaels, notably Pre-Jackson 5 with Steeltown, and others sharing bonds that reflect their musical eras, thus enriching the narrative. With a total concert duration of four and a half hours, each show promises to deliver a vast array of songs from all 16 Michaels, alongside new compositions specifically crafted for this monumental tour, in addition to instrumental pieces that further demonstrate their talents.
In essence, "The Legacy World Tour" is a profound fusion of past, present, and future interpretations of Michael Jackson’s artistic journey, celebrating the icon's enduring influence on global culture and music. The project not only aims to honor the legacy of Michael Jackson but also strives to engage audiences worldwide in an unprecedented celebration of creativity and artistry
Categories: Pre-Fame: 1958-1964, Jackson 5: 1965-1975, Off The Wall: 1975-1981, Thriller: 1982-1983, Bad: 1986-1990, Dangerous: 1991-1993, 1993-1994, Lisa Marie Presley: 1994, HIStory: 1995-1999, Debbie Rowe: 1997-1999, Invincible: 2000-2003, 2003-2005, This Is It: 2006-2009, Family, Fantasy
Characters: Michael
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 22 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 23093 Read Count: 949
Marren Beatty was just a woman in her mid 20's trying to make a living for herself and doing well at it. She often kept to herself and didn't give much time to anyone else - except for her job and her apartment in Boston. She was lonely, but she felt it was better that way. Everything was going to plan until she got a job offer she couldn't refuse. This leads her on a journey she'd never thought possible and meets people she never dreamed she would - including Michael Jackson. Their professional relationship turns to friendship, then suddenly one day, turns to love. Marren's life was never to be the same again.
Categories: Bad: 1986-1990, Dangerous: 1991-1993, Adult, Adventure, Angst, Drama, Family, Hurt/Comfort, Romance
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: Some Scenes of a Sexual Nature
Trigger Warnings: Drug Abuse
Series: None
Chapters: 15 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 159429 Read Count: 866
More than 3 years after his death, Michael Jackson continues to fascinate the world. Rhaenice Mitchell was one of his only constant and place of peace and stability for nearly 3 decades. Their relationship and marriage was quiet, genuine and real - a close guarded secret, known only to trusted friends and family. Rhaenice steps forward to tell their love story.
To the world, he was the King of Pop, the greatest artist to ever live.
To fans, he was their hero and idol.
To her, he was simply Michael...
Her Michael....
This is their story.......
Categories: Family, Off The Wall: 1975-1981, Thriller: 1982-1983, Bad: 1986-1990, Dangerous: 1991-1993, HIStory: 1995-1999, Invincible: 2000-2003, Adult, Drama, Romance, This Is It: 2006-2009, Hurt/Comfort
Characters: Original Girl
General Warnings: Some Scenes of a Sexual Nature
Trigger Warnings: Death
Series: None
Chapters: 5 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 4112 Read Count: 110
Althea Jackson has just married into one of the most prominent families in the West Coast music scene. Behind the paragon of black excellence lies a web of secrets and deceit, kept under lock and key by the most powerful of Jacksons. Naiveé to the world of the elite, Althea must adjust with Michael by her side.Categories: Thriller: 1982-1983, Angst, Drama, Family, Hurt/Comfort, Mystery
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: Nudity, Some Scenes of a Sexual Nature, Some Scenes of an Explicit Sexual Nature, Strong Language
Trigger Warnings: Alcohol Abuse
Series: None
Chapters: 35 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 119591 Read Count: 2477
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Ivy is a best selling author who loses herself in music, particularly the music of Michael Jackson.
Michael Jackson has been selling out stadiums for his Bad tour, and losing himself in Ivy Kavanaugh's novels.
What happens when a mutual acquaintance introduces them anonymously? Can they both overcome their shyness and make friendship turn to love? Or will their careers and insecurities get the best of them?
Categories: Bad: 1986-1990, Dangerous: 1991-1993, Drama, Family, Hurt/Comfort, Romance
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: Strong Language
Trigger Warnings: Attempted Suicide, Death
Series: In a Hundred Lifetimes
Chapters: 10 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 28263 Read Count: 1231
In 1977, Michael Jackson was a young man destined for what he thought was to be a lonely and unhappy existence covered by fame and fortune, until she showed up. Holly Williams captured the world's hearts with her bold voice and soft eyes while she mesmerized Michael day by day. Despite their age and race they became a couple when everyone said it would not work out because of their differences, but Michael and Holly wanted to show the naysayers were wrong - that love has no age limit or skin color. Follow them on a journey that spans decades involving deceit, tragedy, marriage, failure, heartbreak, children, success, happiness, and most importantly love.
Categories: Off The Wall: 1975-1981, Thriller: 1982-1983, Bad: 1986-1990, Dangerous: 1991-1993, HIStory: 1995-1999, Invincible: 2000-2003, 2003-2005, This Is It: 2006-2009, Adult, Drama, Family, Romance
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: Erotica
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 33 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 165845 Read Count: 7205
Maya Marbles is 24 years old.
She hasn't had a day off in months.
All she does is work to pay her Grandmother's medical bills and keep her Grandmother's home.
She feels so lonely and sad. Yet she's always smiling and dancing.
What happens when she loses everything she fought so hard for?
What happens when she feels like giving up.
Her whole world changes when she meets Michael by accident.
How will things work when they both feel like the loneliest people in the world?
Can they both be there for each other?
When they are battling their own problems.
Is it just a friendship or so much more?
Categories: Thriller: 1982-1983, Adult, Adventure, Drama, Family, Hurt/Comfort, Humor, Romance
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: Erotica, Mild Violence, Nudity, Some Scenes of a Sexual Nature, Some Scenes of an Explicit Sexual Nature, Strong Language
Trigger Warnings: Death, Emotional Abuse
Series: None
Chapters: 29 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 150133 Read Count: 2491
You take over my mind.
I can't finish a thought.
My vision turns to blind.
And I can't connect the dots.
I'm helpless and I'm stuck.
On how it feels here next to you.
I do believe that this is dangerous.
But I can't stop it.
From the heat of your lips.
To the look in your eyes.
I just can't resist enough for me to find time.
I'm gonna turn off my phone.
I'm gonna turn off the lights.
I don't want a distraction from a distraction.
And I'm always thinking about it.
Whether it's wrong or right.
I just can't stop it.
Categories: Off The Wall: 1975-1981, Thriller: 1982-1983, Adult, Drama, Family, Hurt/Comfort, Humor, Romance
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: Erotica, Nudity, Some Scenes of a Sexual Nature, Some Scenes of an Explicit Sexual Nature, Strong Language
Trigger Warnings: Emotional Abuse
Series: None
Chapters: 16 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 74801 Read Count: 683
Carolyn Hill is a quiet, country church girl who just wants to fit in. One day, a stranger comes to town and teaches her something she will never forget.
Categories: Off The Wall: 1975-1981, Family, Romance
Characters: Original Girl
General Warnings: Some Scenes of a Sexual Nature
Trigger Warnings: Racism
Series: None
Chapters: 6 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 14082 Read Count: 15310
Quinn is a young dreamer who manages to land a job working for Michael Jackson's Bad World Tour. Along the way she goes on a multitude of adventures and befriends the king of pop himself. Through him she learns to challenge limitations and see the world in a new way. Join her on this epic journey.
Categories: Bad: 1986-1990, Family
Characters: Original Girl
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 4 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 5008 Read Count: 93
That is until months after the birth of their firstborn child, Zion. Michael left her. Katrina was distraught and almost running out of hope. That is until she met a certain woman who made her realize how beautiful her life is.
[ Based on The Song Never Been To Me by Charlene.]
Categories: This Is It: 2006-2009, Angst, Family, Hurt/Comfort, One Shot, Romance, Song Fics
Characters: Original Girl
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 1067 Read Count: 62
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In the Summer of '97, Eva leaves India to move to London where she will be staying with her troublesome twin cousins, Aadesh and Adil, as well as her stern Grandma Riya.
She meets Michael, an aspiring photographer, and they form a close bond.
There's only one problem.
Eva is to have an arranged marriage in one year. Her husband-to-be has a dark, cruel side which only Eva knows.
Can Michael save her from the marriage? Will Eva's secrets from life in India catch up with her?
Disclaimer: I own characters and their backgrounds used in this story. Everything else belongs to their rightful owners.
Categories: Drama, Family, Hurt/Comfort, Humor, Romance, Suspense
Characters: Michael, Original Girl
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: Emotional Abuse, Racism
Series: None
Chapters: 28 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 76487 Read Count: 74900
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Categories: Family, Hurt/Comfort, Romance
Characters: Michael
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 53 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 126308 Read Count: 20435
Lapis Philosophorum or the Philosopher’s stone is the most sought out object of humanity. Few truly know of its existence. The legendary stone protects the balance between the mortal world and heaven, safely nestled in the core of the heir it chooses. But dark powers are rising to hunt the current heir and claim the stone, and mankind is at danger.
The situation becomes even direr when the successor is only an ordinary human. She must train under the current bearer, and make herself capable of defeating the enemy, gaining allies along the way.
(Cover photo by davebold370 on DeviantArt)
Categories: HIStory: 1995-1999, Adventure, Family, Fantasy, Supernatural
Characters: Michael
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 3 Table of Contents
Completed: No Word count: 4770 Read Count: 6083
Summary: When the air conditioner breaks down on the hottest day in California History, The Jackson 5 go to great lengths to try and keep themselves cool.
Categories: Jackson 5: 1965-1975, Family, Humor
Characters: None
General Warnings: None
Trigger Warnings: None
Series: The Jackson 5.
Chapters: 11 Table of Contents
Completed: Yes Word count: 6116 Read Count: 31339