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Michael Jackson signs a $65 million deal with Sony Records to produce six albums

American singer Michael Jackson released ten studio albums, five soundtrack albums, 55 compilation albums, ten video albums, and seven remix albums.

American singer Michael Jackson released ten studio albums, five soundtrack albums, 55 compilation albums, ten video albums, and seven remix albums. Since his death in 2009, two albums of unreleased tracks have been posthumously released. Jackson made his debut at the age of five with the Jackson 5 (later known as the Jacksons) in 1964, who were prominent performers during the 1970s. Jackson is one of the best-selling music artists in history with over 500 million records sold worldwide. According to the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), Jackson has sold 90 million certified albums in the United States.

In 1972, Jackson released his debut studio album, Got to Be There, in which was released through Motown Records, while he was still part of The Jackson 5.

Historical Significance

American singer Michael Jackson released ten studio albums, five soundtrack albums, 55 compilation albums, ten video albums, and seven remix albums.

Key People

Michael Jackson

singer

American singer

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  3. NFL coach Jimmy Johnson (46) divorces Linda Kay Cooper after 26 years of marriage

    NFL coach Jimmy Johnson (46) divorces Linda Kay Cooper after 26 years of marriage

  4. John McEnroe becomes the first player to be expelled from the Australian Open

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  5. Actor Michael Keaton (38) divorces actress Caroline McWilliams (44) after 7 years of marriage

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  4. American record producer Lou Adler (58) weds American actress Page Hannah (27) (Daryl's sister)

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  5. NHL players begin first strike in 75-year history; 10 day action earns large playoff bonus increase, more control over l

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on March 20, 1991?
American singer Michael Jackson released ten studio albums, five soundtrack albums, 55 compilation albums, ten video albums, and seven remix albums. Since his death in 2009, two albums of unreleased tracks have been posthumously released. Jackson made his debut at the age of five with the Jackson 5 (later known as the Jacksons) in 1964, who were prominent performers during the 1970s.
Why is Michael Jackson signs a $65 million deal with Sony Records to produce six albums significant?
American singer Michael Jackson released ten studio albums, five soundtrack albums, 55 compilation albums, ten video albums, and seven remix albums.
Who was involved in Michael Jackson signs a $65 million deal with Sony Records to produce six albums?
Key figures include Michael Jackson (singer).

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