Michael Jackson’s star-studded public memorial begins with a spiritual tone in downtown LALOS ANGELES — Michael Jackson’s public memorial, watched by millions around the world, struck a tone more spiritual than spectacular Tuesday, opening with a church choir serenading his golden casket and continuing with somber speeches and gospel-themed musical performances. List of guests invited to Michael Jackson’s public memorialList of guests invited to public memorial service for Michael Jackson at the Staples Center in Los Angeles: Michael Jackson’s public memorial service under way in Los AngelesLOS ANGELES — A public memorial service for Michael Jackson has begun in downtown Los Angeles. Motown Records turns 50 - the KISS music legacyDETROIT - The story is like a fairytale. In 1959, Berry Gordy founded the Motown Records. Within a few years it became one of the most successful music labels in the history of pop music with legendary artists like Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson. |