Michael Jackson to Become 'Immortal'
Set to be released on November 21, the new album forms the music tapestry for the Cirque du Soleil show "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour."
Michael Jackson
October 3, 2011
NEW YORK, NY — On November 21, Epic Records in conjunction with the Estate of Michael Jackson, will release "Immortal" – the highly anticipated musical tapestry for Cirque du Soleil's "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour." "Immortal" will be released as both a deluxe double disc version and single disc.
Led by esteemed musical designer, Kevin Antunes (Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Madonna) "Immortal" takes a fresh, creative approach in redesigning and reimagining more than 40 of Michael Jackson's greatest original recordings into a compilation that allows listeners to experience his music in an entirely new way. After spending a year in the studio working with Michael's original multi-track master recordings, Kevin created "Immortal" which offers listeners a new soundscape to Michael's artistry while preserving the power and familiarity of his unparalleled voice and his legendary tracks.
Kevin Antunes comments, "Michael's legacy as the greatest entertainer of our lifetime is inspiring beyond words. It was clear from the start that Michael's voice and overall musical essence was the sole/soul source of creative energy driving the project. From the studio to the stage, there's an undeniable integrity and resolute truth in Michael's vocal performances that are highlighted in the Immortal arrangements. It was built with love and respect for Michael's music, his family, and his millions of fans around the world."
"Immortal" is sure to touch the hearts of passionate Michael fans as the album unfolds his musical legacy with redesigned versions of his hits, electrifying mashups and newly discovered outtakes fans have never heard before including an alternate take on the Jackson 5's "ABC" and a choir that Michael recorded for "They Don't Really Care About Us."
The North American leg of "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" kicked off last night in Montreal, and will include an extended stay in Las Vegas in December. The epic show, which was written and directed by Jamie King — the leading concert director in pop music today — is a riveting fusion of Michael Jackson music, choreography and Cirque du Soleil creativity that offers fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture.
"Immortal" Deluxe Album Tracklisting:
"Immortal" Single Album Tracklisting:
From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is a major Quebec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. The company has 5,000 employees, including more than 1,400 artists from more than 50 different countries. Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to more than 100 million spectators in more than 300 cities on six continents. In 2011, Cirque du Soleil will present simultaneously 22 different shows around the world.
Led by esteemed musical designer, Kevin Antunes (Justin Timberlake, Rihanna, Madonna) "Immortal" takes a fresh, creative approach in redesigning and reimagining more than 40 of Michael Jackson's greatest original recordings into a compilation that allows listeners to experience his music in an entirely new way. After spending a year in the studio working with Michael's original multi-track master recordings, Kevin created "Immortal" which offers listeners a new soundscape to Michael's artistry while preserving the power and familiarity of his unparalleled voice and his legendary tracks.
Kevin Antunes comments, "Michael's legacy as the greatest entertainer of our lifetime is inspiring beyond words. It was clear from the start that Michael's voice and overall musical essence was the sole/soul source of creative energy driving the project. From the studio to the stage, there's an undeniable integrity and resolute truth in Michael's vocal performances that are highlighted in the Immortal arrangements. It was built with love and respect for Michael's music, his family, and his millions of fans around the world."
"Immortal" is sure to touch the hearts of passionate Michael fans as the album unfolds his musical legacy with redesigned versions of his hits, electrifying mashups and newly discovered outtakes fans have never heard before including an alternate take on the Jackson 5's "ABC" and a choir that Michael recorded for "They Don't Really Care About Us."
The North American leg of "Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour" kicked off last night in Montreal, and will include an extended stay in Las Vegas in December. The epic show, which was written and directed by Jamie King — the leading concert director in pop music today — is a riveting fusion of Michael Jackson music, choreography and Cirque du Soleil creativity that offers fans worldwide a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart of the artistic genius who forever transformed global pop culture.
"Immortal" Deluxe Album Tracklisting:
- Working Day and Night
- The Immortal Intro
- Childhood
- Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
- Shake Your Body Down to the Ground
- Dancing Machine/Blame It on the Boogie
- Ben
- This Place Hotel/Smooth Criminal/Dangerous
- The Mime Segment: I Like the Way/Speed Demon/Another Part of Me
- J5 Medley: I Want You Back/ABC/The Love You Save
- Human Nature/Speechless
- Is It Scary/Thriller/Ghost/Somebody's Watching Me/Threatened
- You Are Not Alone/I Just Can't Stop Loving You
- Beat It/Jam/State of Shock
- Earth Song/Planet Earth
- Scream/Little Susie
- Gone Too Soon
- They Don't Care About Us
- I'll Be There
- Immortal Megamix: Can You Feel It/Don't Stop Til You Get Enough/Billie Jean/Black or White
- Man in the Mirror
- Remember the Time/Bad
"Immortal" Single Album Tracklisting:
- Working Day and Night
- The Immortal Intro
- Childhood
- Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
- Dancing Machine/Blame It on the Boogie
- This Place Hotel/Smooth Criminal/Dangerous
- J5 Medley: I Want You Back/ABC/The Love You Save
- Human Nature/Speechless
- Is It Scary/Thriller/Ghost/Somebody's Watching Me/Threatened
- You Are Not Alone/I Just Can't Stop Loving You
- Beat It/Jam/State of Shock
- Earth Song/Planet Earth
- They Don't Care About Us
- Immortal Megamix: Can You Feel It/Don't Stop Til You Get Enough/Billie Jean/Black or White
- Man in the Mirror
From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is a major Quebec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. The company has 5,000 employees, including more than 1,400 artists from more than 50 different countries. Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to more than 100 million spectators in more than 300 cities on six continents. In 2011, Cirque du Soleil will present simultaneously 22 different shows around the world.