10 Memorable Albums of Michael Jackson

King of Pop ( +RIP ) Idol... Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist and entertainer. The seventh child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene at the age of 11 as a member of The Jackson 5 and began a solo career in 1971 while still a member of the group.Referred to as the "King of Pop" in subsequent years,