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Michael Jackson made the announcement at the 02 Arena, in fact, saying:
"This is it. This is it. These will be my final shows, performances, in London. This is it. And when I say this is it, I mean this is it.
"This is really it. This is the final curtain call, OK? See you in July."
Pre-sale for tickets to the concerts begins March 8 on the pop star's Web site. The 10-concert stand will begin July 8.
Michael Jackson has not released a studio album or played a full concert since 2001. His last major tour was the HIStory World Tour in 1996-1997.
Since then his career has been overshadowed by scandals, including changes to his appearance, accusations of child molestation, possible bankruptcy, and more.
British music writer and broadcaster John Aizlewood said:
"This is Michael Jackson playing his greatest hits — some of the greatest hits in the history of music — live. It is a great event. I think even Michael Jackson won’t blow it."
Me, I'm not so sure.
Posted March 5th, 2009 by Michael Santo
