Éditions EPA Michael Jackson - La Totale (Petit Format)
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Essential Information About This Book
Essential Information About This Book
- A Complete Decryption: analysis and explanation of the entirety of Michael Jackson's songs, from his early hits to posthumous tracks.
- An "Image and Sound" Reading: focus on the videos and short films that redefined the codes of pop and music videos.
- A Look at Creation: exploration of the often little-known creative process behind the productions, duets, and stage projects.
- A Documentary Compilation: 608 pages enriched with numerous testimonials from collaborators, to understand the long-kept secrets of production.
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Summary of This Book
Michael Jackson, la totaleoffers an in-depth immersion into the work of an artist who revolutionized the music industry. From the meteoric rise with The Jackson 5 to the patient construction of an extraordinary solo career, the book traces the evolution of a style and ambition that continuously pushed the boundaries of pop. The narrative revisits the global explosion of the early 1980s, when Thriller established itself as the best-selling album of all time, and deciphers what makes the "Michael Jackson phenomenon" unique.
Throughout the pages, the book aims to explain, analyze, and contextualize all the artist's songs, without overlooking the decisive impact of visuals. The music videos and short films are approached as true musical and stage extensions: storytelling, choreography, staging, and sense of spectacle reveal a creator capable of constant reinvention. The work also highlights a consciously embraced musical fusion, which became a symbol of an era and a vector of cultural change, notably contributing to breaking down certain racial barriers.
Supported by numerous testimonials from collaborators, Michael Jackson, la totalelifts the veil on the behind-the-scenes creation of the music and images that have entered the pantheon of pop. It reveals the taste for challenge, artistic rigor, and how each project (song, duet, performance, or cinematic involvement) fits into a global vision. A reference book for Michael Jackson enthusiasts, lovers of musical analysis, and all those interested in the history of modern pop.
Technical specifications
| Artist | Michael Jackson | Pages | 608 |
Questions frequently asked
Does the book analyze all of Michael Jackson's songs?
The work focuses on explaining, analyzing, and contextualizing all of the artist's songs.
How many pages does Michael Jackson - La Totale (Petit Format) contain?
This edition contains 608 pages. This volume covers the journey from the Jackson 5 to the solo career.
Are Michael Jackson's music videos covered in the book?
The music videos and short films are studied as musical and stage extensions. Narration, choreography, and staging are among the aspects addressed.
Does this book discuss the production of Thriller?
The narrative covers the global explosion of the early 1980s, during which Thriller established itself as the best-selling album of all time. Behind-the-scenes of the music and visuals are illuminated by numerous testimonies from collaborators. The analysis places this album in the context of Michael Jackson's artistic evolution.
Is this book suitable for studying the history of modern pop?
The content addresses the musical fusion driven by Michael Jackson and its cultural impact, notably on certain racial barriers. The work also covers duets, performances, and film involvements of the artist.



