35 Michael Jackson Fan Clubs Protest Tribute Show In Wales (POLL)

The turbulent saga of Michael Jackson's tribute concert, Michael Forever: A Tribute Concert, is far from over.

The concert, which is scheduled to feature performances by Chistina Aguilera, Smokey Robinson, Cee Lo Green and a number from Beyonce via satellite, has been condemned by a coalition of 35 Michael Jackson fan clubs, citing a variety of grievances. Part of the complaint is that the date, October 8th, coincides with the trial of Jackson's doctor, Dr. Conrad Murray, for the late artist's involuntary manslaughter.

One fan group's Facebook page has a photo of the letter sent to the the concert organizers, Global Live Events that reads, "From the timing of this tribute, in the middle of Dr. Murray's trial, to the ticketing prices, to the obscurity over what charities will be receiving the donation, to the no-guarantee policy of performers, the addition of Gene Simmons and dishonouring, thus tarnishing Michael Jackson's legacy was simply the last straw."

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The concert made news last week when Global Live Events dropped KISS from the bill due to bassist Gene Simmons' comments to Classic Rock Magazine regarding Jackson's 2005 trial for child molestation. Simmons had told the magazine "well, you know, where there’s smoke there’s fire. There’s no question in my mind he molested those kids. Not a doubt."

Reuters reports that "Attorneys for Jackson's estate also expressed concerns last week about the planned concert, which is supported by the singer's mother Katherine and several of her children, but not by Jackson brothers Jermaine and Randy Jackson."

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Comments

[Dahveed1]

09:44 PM on 09/08/2011

Wow, the Jackson family continues to ride the MJ gravy train. You'd have to be a pretty rabid fan to continue to shell out the big money for tribute after tribute. MJ never milked his fans like his family is doing now...

[Bryneen Gary]

10:39 AM on 08/31/2011

The King Of Music Forever Lives

[JfjHarrisnq]

10:14 PM on 08/29/2011

First of all his family is the biggest thiefs with anything having to do with his name.
Secondly the doctor did not act alone, people are forgetting micheal paid him.
Although I do believe the doctor most have prison time.

[Dewika]

08:50 PM on 08/26/2011

Who do these people represent anyway. Last time I checked MJ had over 20 million fb followers, and there are 300 something fansites and blogs.
Then there is a silent majority of loyal MJ supporters who don't spend 24/7 on internet nor engage in silly petitions and fake polls.

Any time is a right time for as tribute to a great man, especially now.
Michaels name is not estate but Jackson. Mrs Jackson has every right to do this for her son without being judged and bullied like Michael was .
And all the artistst who pay their respect to Michael should be welcomed .
The media thrive on the sensationalism, hypes and the divide and conquer mentality that seem to rule the Michael Jackson community. If the controversy goes on people will get tired and stay away from things related to Michael Jackson . Its already happening.
And again its Michael who will pay the price for other peoples selfishnes.
Dont like the tribute, ignore it , dont attend and go on with your life.

[Wanjiru]

02:18 AM on 08/25/2011

Oh, sure!

Gene Simmons is one to criticize ANYONE's personal life, right? What a narcissist!
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[Exquiste Gem]

02:41 PM on 08/24/2011

IM TIRED OF THIS .. there is NOTHING wrong with celebrating a man's legacy and music .... just be happy and celebrate .. i have seen memorials when a case is solving...JUST be happy and shut up people

[Justice ForMichael]

02:24 PM on 08/24/2011

We need justice for Michael's premeditated MURDER right now!!

[IsabelRingin]

03:42 PM on 08/24/2011

Why would it be premeditated? Not that I'm saying anything good about Conrad Murray ( I refuse to address him as DR.) but MIchael was his gravy train. So what's the theory behind premeditation?

[Justice ForMichael]

04:28 PM on 09/23/2011

Michael was his gravy train? Michael wasn't the one paying him $150,000 a month. He wasn't paying Conrad a penny!!

That's why after Michael passed, Murray went to AEG, NOT Michael's estate, and asked for his $300,000.

[KickstandCat]

09:40 AM on 08/24/2011

Love you, Michael. See ya around, sometime.

[TomW888]

12:19 AM on 08/24/2011

This pretty much proves why Jackson picked the administrators he did and not his family to run his estate. He did not want his family making business deals for his estate. His family should not be allowed to do anything else like this again. The estate should stop them.

[Tanja Schmitt]

12:06 AM on 08/24/2011

This whole thing has nothing to do with a tribute for Michael Jackson!
This wouldn't be a propper tribute for anyone! And surely not for the greatest entertainer and humanitarian of our time! It's so sad and embarrassing that the family (at least some of them) is involved in this big joke. Michael does not deserve this. Really not. He and his legacy were ridiculed when he was alive and now the family is on the way to ridicule his legacy and him even after his death. That's just...bah...no.

[HolyCannonball]

09:59 PM on 08/23/2011

I throw up a little bit in my mouth every time I see these parasites in the media....

[ToniB]

09:26 PM on 08/23/2011

Michael Jackson deserves a lot better. This is nothing more than a scam to fill the Jacksons and their associates' pockets at the expense of the rightful heirs...the children & charities. Michael Jackson was the greatest entertainer that ever lived...as such he deserves better than this X-factor finalists to pay tribute to him. Unless the Michael Jackson's estate is involved and WE KNOW money will be going to the Kids...I say shut this mess down NOW!!

[urnumbersix]

08:43 PM on 08/23/2011

Michael's estate has plenty money For His Children.

The rest of the Jacksons should stop Pimping off of Michael's legacy.

You all can Sing!
You all have talent (to varying degrees).

Get. A. Job.
Work.

Earn money on your own.

Michael, your Money Tree, is gone. Gone!

And Jermaine -- pay your child support!
Who do you think you are?
A Republican Congressman?!?

[Simon Jackson]

06:57 PM on 08/26/2011

LOL!! ;)

[Carol Kasun Dixson]

08:24 PM on 08/23/2011

All enjoyment I used to get from his music is ruined. He was a sad addicted self-absorbed pedophile. I am so over Michael Jackson. Best of luck to his children.

[TomW888]

11:49 PM on 08/23/2011

If you have some proof the Jackson was a pedophile (that no one else has found in 19 years of vetting) bring it on right now or go pound sand. Self-absorbed? Check out his charitable giving at snopes.com "Michael Jackson A Passing Fancy" - several hundred million dollars. What have you done?

[KickstandCat]

09:44 AM on 08/24/2011

Amen. He didn't flaunt his giving, either. You would be surprised who he donated to. All good guys.

[Whoozthaboss]

09:24 AM on 08/24/2011

Yeah, you nor the FBI have zero proof of that.

[MarcEdward]

08:12 PM on 08/23/2011

Another reason to cancel - we had to put up with MJ for decades. Let us rest in peace now that we no longer afflicted by his everlasting quest for fame and self glory.

[TomW888]

11:50 PM on 08/23/2011

You didn't, and don't, have to put up with anything - just get off this post it's really simple. Everlasting quest for fame and self glory? Check out his charitable giving at snopes.com "Michael Jackson A Passing Fancy" - several hundred million dollars. What have you done?

[Whoozthaboss]

09:25 AM on 08/24/2011

You're sad.

[MarcEdward]

10:52 AM on 08/24/2011

I have a li