Possibly, if not THE greatest entertainer, also a huge inspiration in my musical upbringing when i was very young. I remember dancing to Thriller when it aired on Friday Night Videos. I learned ALL the moves.
My cousin, who lived with my mother and I, played the mess out of that album too.
I began to remix the Thriller album in 2004. I started with PYT, Human Nature and Lady in my Life. I never got around to finishing it.
Before I knew it, 5 years later, I was setting up for a show with my friend Brydin in DC. Omrao, Bohemian Caverns main manager came to open the venue for me. first thing he says is "You heard Michael Jackson died right?"
I didnt even wanna believe the rumors all over Twitter until CNN confirmed it. I immediately called TFox who has to be another MASSIVE fan of MJ. He left work immediately to catch the news at home.
an hour later after soundcheck, Brydin and I grabbed some grub and the monitor airing CNN confirmed it.
i had a LARGE lump in my throat, i hadn't felt this sad since DJ Roddy Rod called to tell me Dilla died.
Despite the rumors about Michael and little boys, vitiligo, and drug problems, I remained a HUGE fan. I mean I LOVE PRINCE too, but Michael was something special to me.
Unfortunately, i sat back and thought to myself, this would be a perfect opportunity to release the remix album. But i never got around to doing it. and now EVERYONE was gonna have one.
But i digress. Ladies and Gentlemen.
Here it is in its entirety.
Naturally Human- the Thriller remix album
enjoy!
jl |
