Man in the Music: The Creative Life and Work of Michael Jackson
"A thoroughly enjoyable analysis of the music and life of the most popular musician of an era." -Library Journal"Immerses readers in a chronological exploration of Michael Jackson's remarkable solo career. Chapter by chapter and literally song by song, [Vogel] discusses Jackson's albums, videos, dances, cinematic influences, musical heroes, idiosyncrasies, and artistic transformations...Readers will enjoy."-Publishers Weekly"Man  in the Music is a sensitive, perceptive, comprehensive and compelling  exploration of the creative genius of Michael Jackson.  The author  provides a special insight into the imagination and magic of perhaps the  greatest musical artist of our time.  All who love Michael Jackson will  appreciate this original work." —Thomas A. Mesereau, Jr."The most thorough and accurate portrayal of Michael's musical life I've ever seen."-Brad Buxer, Music Director forDangerousandHIStoryWorld Tours"Man  in the Music is thankfully all about just that — the music. Vogel takes  the reader album-by-album, song-by-song and examines in exhaustive  detail how Jackson produced a lifetime’s worth of music that became a  soundtrack to the lives of millions…. Each song Jackson recorded during  his solo career is examined with a critical eye. It’s a fascinating read  and really a must-have for any Jackson fan." -Mike Householder,  Associated Press