The first, Michael, was a source of controversy: several longtime Jackson associates believed that the vocals on some songs – notably “Breaking News,” included again on this album for auction – did not actually belong to the King of Pop. Two albums of Jacksons’ songs have come out since his death in 2009. That letter is expected to sell for over $100,000. The auction will also include the handwritten letter Tupac sent to Madonna while in prison in 1995 in which the rapper discusses the reasons for their breakup. Other Jackson items include hand-drawn self-portraits, clothing, his “personally owned teddy bear” and a “Best Daddy in the World” Oscar statuette given by his children. The latest Jackson album is one of many items of pop memorabilia obtained by Gotta Have Rock and Roll for the upcoming sale. The other nine tracks, all of which are reportedly master quality, have not been released. Alternate mixes of the three songs on the recording have already surfaced: “Monster,” “Breaking News” and “Keep Your Head Up” all appeared on Michael in 2010. The unreleased songs appear on a CD that was in Jackson’s possession.
The album, which appears as a blank disc with the word “Bible” written in pen, is one of many Jackson items available to preview before a public online auction that lasts from July 19th to 28th. Those interested in purchasing can still listen to the album by appointment.”Īn album containing nine unheard Michael Jackson songs will be auctioned off by New York auction house Gotta Have Rock and Roll later this month. “Due to an overwhelming response, interest and media attention, all parties involved in the sale of the Michael Jackson unreleased album wish to keep the integrity of Michael Jackson’s legacy by removing it from public auction,” a rep said in a statement to Rolling Stone. “Private inquires only at.
UPDATE: The unreleased Michael Jackson album has been removed from public auction, but will still be available for purchase.