The Jackson 5 were a popular American pop music vocal group that consisted of brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlo and Michael Jackson. Their music was a mixture of R&B, soul, funk and Doo-Wop. With hits such as "ABC", "I Want You Back" and "I'll Be There" (which was later covered by Mariah Carey), they were one of the first black groups to appeal equally to white audiences. Michael Jackson went on to have an extremely successful solo career.
On June 26, 2009, the "King of Pop," Michael Jackson passed away at the age of 50. He had allegedly suffered from a cardiac arrest at his Los Angeles home. Medical professionals unsuccesfully attempted to revive the pop star for over an hour. Autopsy results were pending as of June 29, 2009.
Studio Albums
- 1969: Diana Ross Presents The Jackson 5
- 1970: ABC
- 1970: Third Album
- 1970: The Jackson 5 Christmas Album
- 1971: Maybe Tomorrow
- 1972: Lookin' Through The Windows
- 1973: Skywriter
- 1973: Get It Together
- 1974: Dancing Machine
- 1975: Moving Violation
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Fast Facts
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Years active
1962 - 1990
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Origin
Gary, Indiana
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Auditioned for Motown Records in 1968
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Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997
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Inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1999
