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Mittwoch 12. August 2009 | Newsman | MJackson.Net - Quelle: krakenopus
Kraken Opus - Michael Jackson Opus - Overview
About The Opus
With exclusive access to Michael's own archives, Opus brings you a definitive record of the man and his music.
With hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, the Official Michael Jackson Opus also contains comments and quotes from well-known names in the music industry and will stand as a lasting tribute to this extraordinary performer.
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Official Michael Jackson Opus' will pop with photos, tributes
The Official Michael Jackson Opus will feature photos, essays and poetry, all bound in leather.
By Elysa Gardner, USA TODAY
The first new book about Michael Jackson sanctioned by his estate will be published Dec. 7, and it promises to be as razzle-dazzling as the late pop icon himself.
Kraken Opus, whose opulent publications focus on major figures and brands in sports and the arts, begins accepting pre-orders today for The Official Michael Jackson Opus at michaeljacksonopus.com, michaeljackson.com and through Ticketmaster. The oversized, 400-page tribute will be driven by photos but also will include essays, illustrations and poetry, at least half of it exclusive — all handbound in leather and enclosed in a silk clamshell case.
Where other projects have been priced at more than $2,000, the Jackson book will cost $165. "Michael wanted this to be accessible to as many people as possible," says Kraken CEO Karl Fowler.
Kraken reached out to Jackson last year through the singer's attorney Peter Lopez. "We wanted to tell the behind-the-scenes story of Michael Jackson the entertainer," Fowler says. The plan was to include Jackson's concerts at London's O2 Arena, which were set to start in July.
While Jackson was in rehearsals, he invited Kraken executives to his house in Los Angeles. When Fowler mentioned they were working on a Disney Opus, Jackson reacted "like a boy in a sweet shop. He asked if he could contribute and get a copy."
Lopez says Jackson was impressed by the Opuses' "sense of grandeur" and "expressed a definite desire to get on board." But Lopez and Kraken were still in negotiations when Jackson died June 25, which required the company to seek approval from his estate — and amend its strategy.
The chronicling of the London performances "will be sorely missed," Fowler says. "But everyone involved in that tour wants to take part."
Celebrities and insiders who knew and worked with Jackson also are expected to contribute. "We're asking people to write a sentence, a paragraph or a chapter," says Kraken's Jeff Wald. "We expect a huge turnout."
All books include Michael Jackson Opus Reality membership, which provides access to interactive footage with periodic updates.
Five copies signed by a variety of famous fans will be auctioned to benefit five charities favored by Jackson.
The Official Michael Jackson Opus will feature photos, essays and poetry, all bound in leather.
By Elysa Gardner, USA TODAY
The first new book about Michael Jackson sanctioned by his estate will be published Dec. 7, and it promises to be as razzle-dazzling as the late pop icon himself.
Kraken Opus, whose opulent publications focus on major figures and brands in sports and the arts, begins accepting pre-orders today for The Official Michael Jackson Opus at michaeljacksonopus.com, michaeljackson.com and through Ticketmaster. The oversized, 400-page tribute will be driven by photos but also will include essays, illustrations and poetry, at least half of it exclusive — all handbound in leather and enclosed in a silk clamshell case.
Where other projects have been priced at more than $2,000, the Jackson book will cost $165. "Michael wanted this to be accessible to as many people as possible," says Kraken CEO Karl Fowler.
Kraken reached out to Jackson last year through the singer's attorney Peter Lopez. "We wanted to tell the behind-the-scenes story of Michael Jackson the entertainer," Fowler says. The plan was to include Jackson's concerts at London's O2 Arena, which were set to start in July.
While Jackson was in rehearsals, he invited Kraken executives to his house in Los Angeles. When Fowler mentioned they were working on a Disney Opus, Jackson reacted "like a boy in a sweet shop. He asked if he could contribute and get a copy."
Lopez says Jackson was impressed by the Opuses' "sense of grandeur" and "expressed a definite desire to get on board." But Lopez and Kraken were still in negotiations when Jackson died June 25, which required the company to seek approval from his estate — and amend its strategy.
The chronicling of the London performances "will be sorely missed," Fowler says. "But everyone involved in that tour wants to take part."
Celebrities and insiders who knew and worked with Jackson also are expected to contribute. "We're asking people to write a sentence, a paragraph or a chapter," says Kraken's Jeff Wald. "We expect a huge turnout."
All books include Michael Jackson Opus Reality membership, which provides access to interactive footage with periodic updates.
Five copies signed by a variety of famous fans will be auctioned to benefit five charities favored by Jackson.
About The Opus
- Official publication The only new publication approved and endorsed by Michael Jackson himself, and by the estate of Michael Jackson
- Content A definitive photographic tribute with exclusive and unseen images, and words and essays by those who knew him and worked with him
- Size 400 pages, each measuring 13 x 18 inches
- Weight 12Kg
- Paper 200gsm Matt Art
- Case The leather hand-bound Opus arrives in a silk covered clamshell case
- Online A unique Opus Reality™ card gives you online access to an exclusive 3D experience
- Publication date Available 7th December 2009
With exclusive access to Michael's own archives, Opus brings you a definitive record of the man and his music.
With hundreds of previously unpublished photographs, the Official Michael Jackson Opus also contains comments and quotes from well-known names in the music industry and will stand as a lasting tribute to this extraordinary performer.
A unique Opus Reality™ card is included with each Opus, offering an online 3D experience for the exclusive use of Official Michael Jackson Opus owners.
A digital Michael Jackson Opus Touch & Turn™ DVD is in development. This will allow you to view and interact with the Opus on your computer.
A digital Michael Jackson Opus Touch & Turn™ DVD is in development. This will allow you to view and interact with the Opus on your computer.
*EPIC-ICONIC-OPUS*
To be great is to be misunderstood.
Da hab ich mir schon mal bei sommerlichen Temperaturen mein Weihnachtsgeschenk gekauft 
(beiße mir in den Hintern, weil ich ohne Verzögerung in meinen Prüfungen das Geld hätte, weil ich dann ab Septemer gearbeitet verdient hätte *narf*). Aber wenn ich meinen Eltern komme mit "Ich mag zu Weihnachten ein 12 Kilo schweren Buch für 130€ über Michael Jackson haben", könnt ihr mich morgen in der Klapse besorgen 
ich habe schon skeptische Blicke geerntet, weil in meinem Schlafzimmer über dem Bett zum ersten Mal seit über 10 Jahren wieder ein Poster hängt 
Es ist wie es ist, sagt die Liebe...
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