Jacko Accused of Singing Conspiracy

Michael JacksonMichael Jackson turned on his own flesh and blood by torpedoing a family reunion concert, according to a lawsuit that was just filed.

AllGood Entertainment just filed a Federal lawsuit, claiming Jackson reneged on his promise to perform with his brothers and sister Janet before performing any other concerts on his own.

After allegedly agreeing to the deal with AllGood -- the company that was producing the family concert -- Jackson inked a separate deal to perform a series of concerts in London.

According to the suit, Jackson and his manager, Frank Dileo, "secretly teamed up with AEG [the London producer]" knowing full well that Jackson committed to doing the family concert first.

AllGood claims its deal with Jacko prohibited him from signing any other contracts until 3 months after he performed the family concert.

Jackson has claimed he never signed the deal with AllGood -- his manager did. AllGood says the manager speaks for Jackson.

AllGood is suing for $20 million -- minimum. The company is also asking the judge to derail the London concerts, scheduled to kick off next month.

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16. Number 3, you are a massive, massive idiot. I stopped reading after your first sentence, so I can only imagine how bad the rest of your message is.

Also, this is a baseless, ridiculous lawsuit that will not last long. Michael Jackson, nor anyone who represents him, agreed to these shows. AGE was duped into thinking Michael Jackson's manager from 20 years ago still managed him, and signed him up to a deal.

Its no different than if any reader on this page tried to sign him up for a deal.

Posted at 2:07PM on Jun 10th 2009 by No

17. idiots interrupt any good thing he's tryin to do. any event he's tryin to put together. any album he's tryin to put out..any concert he's tryin to do. every time, since he bought the beatles catalogue, since 1985, people have sought to interrupt him.

the bigger he got, the more that people saw money in their eyes if he was about to do some.

their love of money is the root of all their evil ways.

Posted at 5:33PM on Jun 10th 2009 by Lisa

18. I agree with allGood

Posted at 7:00PM on Jun 10th 2009 by Deryk Devanz

19. The plan of AllGood Entertainment was to host a "one-time event" tentatively titled "The Jackson Family Reunion: A Concert for the World" in the summer of 2009.

In addition to the proposal (which was drafted in attempts of locating a sponsor to fund the project), has reviewed several contractual documents between AllGood Entertainment and Frank Dileo. On November 26, 2008, a four page confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement was signed with regards to the reunion concert; the document is signed by roughly half a dozen parties including Frank Dileo. The term of the agreement was for 18 months following November 2008. The other signed agreement, drafted on November 21, 2008 and signed on November 25, 2008, was again four pages and signed by Frank Dileo and affiliated parties of AllGood Entertainment. This agreement called for at least a 90 minute performance by Michael Jackson and 150 minute performance overall by all parties of the Jackson family. The agreement also called for a press conference in which all Jackson family members were present to announce the concert. The Jackson family members would receive $24 million in profit for their involvement with the remaining money being distributed to the affiliated parties.

It should be noted that nowhere in any contract does the signature or authorization of ANY Jackson family member exist, it appears these contracts and proposals were drafted explicitly by Frank Dileo and AllGood Entertainment with no signed confirmation by any of the Jackson family members; it is unclear to what degree the Jackson family members are even aware of the whole situation.



Back on March 27, 2009, AllGood Entertainment sent a cease and desist letter via e-mail to Randy Phillips of AEG, which MJJR.net has also reviewed. This was in regards to an article that appeared online questioning who Michael Jackson's spokesperson really was, which stated: "A spokesman for Dileo told CelebrityAccess that they would release a statement along with AEG to address Rowe's claims next week and suggested that legal action may be in the offing." The letter threatened AEG with legal action if Frank Dileo continued any alleged partnership with AEG during the period of time he was meant to be with AllGood Entertainment.



At the time the agreement was signed, AllGood Entertainment allocated up to 120 days for Dileo to get written confirmation from all of the Jackson family members, including Michael, and stated that if more time was needed to do so they'd have to subsequently discuss and agree upon it in writing. AllGood Entertainment was also called on to pay Dileo or his firm $2 million (or at least 10% of that) by December 31, 2008 "to secure the Jacksons in good faith" [the total they expected to pay the Jacksons for their commitment is $24 million. It is unclear whether such money ever exchanged hands.

Posted at 7:46PM on Jun 10th 2009 by Lisa

20.

On April 11, 2009 Randy Phillips responded to the cease and desist notice in stating that "Mr. Dileo and does not involve AEG Live in any manner whatsoever," and advised AllGood Entertainment that any legal issues were between that company and Frank Dileo and it has no involvement with AEG or their Jackson-related endeavors what-so-ever. In fact, this claim was reiterated in two separate e-mails from Mr. Phillips, and it has been stated that he worked directly with Michael Jackson and Dr. Tohme Tohme to negotiate the AEG contracts and procedures. In rebuttal of these claims, AllGood Entertainment sent a second notice again citing the CelebrityAccess article published on the Internet which referenced Frank Dileo as acting on behalf of Michael Jackson and AEG. However, the notice by AllGood Entertainment also seems to erroneously quote the published article using quotes which do not actually appear in the article itself. As a final follow-up, AllGood Entertainment wrote: "While Frank Dileo's actions were reprehensible, AEG's very public support of Dileo and continued association with him despite our efforts to Cease and Desist them, is tantamount to anti-trust and anti-competitive practices."

In summary, two contracts and agreements were signed by December 1, 2008 by Frank Dileo and parties relating to Dileo's agency and AllGood Entertainment's agency. None of these contracts bare any signature of the Jacksons, nor has there been any confirmation that the Jackson siblings are aware of these concert-related plans. Even within the proposal that detailed at length the expenses, profits, and plans of each artist, there are no direct quotes from any of the Jacksons themselves to bring credence to the proposal.

With no signatures or authorization by Michael Jackson within the contracts between Frank Dileo and AllGood Entertainment, and seemingly just one online Web site referencing that Frank Dileo had any involvement with AEG, there does not appear to be much legal cause for concern over the O2 concerts.

Finally, on October 30, 2008 (one month before any such contracts, proposals, or agreements were drafted and signed), Michael Jackson issued the following statement: "My brothers and sisters have my full love and support, and we’ve certainly shared many great experiences, but at this time I have no plans to record or tour with them. I am now in the studio developing new and exciting projects that I look forward to sharing with my fans in concert soon."

It's obvious that AllGood Entertainment never received that written comfirmation from each family member, otherwise those written confirmations would have been attached to AllGood's complaint and they are not. It's interesting that their complaint NEVER addresses the fact that AllGood has at least spoken, one-on-one, with the OTHER members of the Jackson family. MJ is the marque name, but the other members should have a voice also.
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Beverly Hills, CA, May 15, 2009 — In an official statement issued today The Jacksons (Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon and Randy Jackson) have denied they were in any way involved with a proposed Jackson 5 reunion concert in Texas on the third of July claimed this week by New Jersey concert promoters AllGood Entertainment.

According to The Jacksons' manager, Danny O'Donovan, the original members of the Jackson 5, and younger brother, Randy, who later joined Michael and his older brothers performing as The Jacksons, were never approached about participating in the purported Texas concert event with Michael and sister, Janet.

The Jacksons have said they will support Michael in fighting any legal action brought by AllGood Entertainment with regard to the promoter's claim about a concert in Texas Stadium on July 3.

O'Donovan said "There is absolutely no merit in this claim, and we had no knowledge of any contract, with anyone, for a so-called family tour reunion. In fact, The Jacksons were never even approached about it and no offer was ever made to them."

All of the Jackson brothers are thrilled that Michael is returning to the live stage this summer and are totally in support of his historic 50 concert run at London's O2 Arena. They eagerly look forward to seeing and enjoying his "This Is It!" concert event.

Posted at 7:46PM on Jun 10th 2009 by Lisa

21. The plan of AllGood Entertainment was to host a "one-time event" tentatively titled "The Jackson Family Reunion: A Concert for the World" in the summer of 2009.

In addition to the proposal (which was drafted in attempts of locating a sponsor to fund the project), has reviewed several contractual documents between AllGood Entertainment and Frank Dileo. On November 26, 2008, a four page confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement was signed with regards to the reunion concert; the document is signed by roughly half a dozen parties including Frank Dileo. The term of the agreement was for 18 months following November 2008. The other signed agreement, drafted on November 21, 2008 and signed on November 25, 2008, was again four pages and signed by Frank Dileo and affiliated parties of AllGood Entertainment. This agreement called for at least a 90 minute performance by Michael Jackson and 150 minute performance overall by all parties of the Jackson family. The agreement also called for a press conference in which all Jackson family members were present to announce the concert. The Jackson family members would receive $24 million in profit for their involvement with the remaining money being distributed to the affiliated parties.

It should be noted that nowhere in any contract does the signature or authorization of ANY Jackson family member exist, it appears these contracts and proposals were drafted explicitly by Frank Dileo and AllGood Entertainment with no signed confirmation by any of the Jackson family members; it is unclear to what degree the Jackson family members are even aware of the whole situation.



Back on March 27, 2009, AllGood Entertainment sent a cease and desist letter via e-mail to Randy Phillips of AEG, which MJJR.net has also reviewed. This was in regards to an article that appeared online questioning who Michael Jackson's spokesperson really was, which stated: "A spokesman for Dileo told CelebrityAccess that they would release a statement along with AEG to address Rowe's claims next week and suggested that legal action may be in the offing." The letter threatened AEG with legal action if Frank Dileo continued any alleged partnership with AEG during the period of time he was meant to be with AllGood Entertainment.



At the time the agreement was signed, AllGood Entertainment allocated up to 120 days for Dileo to get written confirmation from all of the Jackson family members, including Michael, and stated that if more time was needed to do so they'd have to subsequently discuss and agree upon it in writing. AllGood Entertainment was also called on to pay Dileo or his firm $2 million (or at least 10% of that) by December 31, 2008 "to secure the Jacksons in good faith" [the total they expected to pay the Jacksons for their commitment is $24 million. It is unclear whether such money ever exchanged hands.

Posted at 7:47PM on Jun 10th 2009 by Lisa

22. #3 Seek help.

What is and will happen is that no one is buying tickets, and won't to see this freakshow.

Posted at 8:20PM on Jun 10th 2009 by pua

23. He needs to find another excuse; The "I didn't sign the deal my manager did" one is getting old. I can not believe people even want to see him in concert anymore. I really can't believe anyone still trust him enough to sign him to a deal and expects him to follow through.

Posted at 4:17PM on Jun 11th 2009 by ketielynn

24. Oh just show up and LIP SYNC! Thats all your doing for your "Live" London Concerts... This guy LOVES to put out these stupid stories to help promote/keep his name in the public eye. He put something out - then a week or so later decides to do whatever he said he wouldnt... so he gets 2 or 3 days of press out of every "jacko stunt". Here is the bottomline...... IGNORE ALL of these stories, these sex charges, everything but ONE THING.... Michael Jackson has NO TALENT! He has been lip syncing for 30+ years... How is that talented to pretend to sing? PROVE YOU CAN SING in July! He can't thats why.. you dont Lip Sync for 30 years if your NOT hiding something.

Posted at 10:31AM on Jun 13th 2009 by Patrick

25. I SEE DUMB PEOPLE

See you in July Michael :)

Posted at 4:31AM on Jun 16th 2009 by Qbee

26. wow lisa (nr 19-21!) how do you know all that?
does frank dileo have the power or not to represent michael? can they sue michael bcs of something he didnt sign, although dileo did?

Posted at 7:57AM on Jun 20th 2009 by mutant chicken

27. Let's see...Michael is given an examination by a real doctor in order for them to have insurance. Now that there is to be no concert(s) due to death, the insurance company should pay the entertainment company. These people aren't stupid, so Michael was insured for as much as they could get. This company lost no money, but yes, they'd have made more had he lived. Look at the tape (AC360) of the last night & he met the dancers. If any of you think that man could fullfill 50 concerts, you are crazy! 5'11" and 112 lbs. I appreciated all his friends saying he was in perfect shape, etc. But all of us knew he was too thin and sickly. Wondered where his family and friends were and why they weren't trying to put weight on him & get him decent medical care. I do believe he may have taken drugs on his own, but I also believe those involved came to the conclusion that for their investment he was worth more dead than alive. Who are those living with him? Why ware long time staff members let go. What staff member thought it a good idea to call Las Vegas (Joe Jackson) before you dial 911? Will anyone talk against this company? Probably not. Most of them signed a legal agreement that might live on after Michael's death. I know he didn't kill himself for the simply love of his children and his religion. Maybe Geraldo will figure it out. Look at the videos of him performing, the ones lately, and then that final night. Everyone, including Michael knew the show was not going on!! I hope in death he has found the peace he so yearned.

Posted at 7:44AM on Jul 1st 2009 by Emmories

28. Don't call him jacko! His name is Michael!

Posted at 6:01AM on Jul 5th 2009 by yang

29. You can have all the agents you want and they can claim to speak on your behalf but a contract is only valid if the actor/singer or artist HIMSELF (or herself) validates the contract. Untill that happens, it's not legally binding. Allgood does not have a case.
The only way this would be valid is if the artist is incapacitaed and has previously signed over power of attorney to someone else (likely a family member) to arrange their affairs.

The other comment (above) is right. They all saw Micheal as a lottery ticket because he's so loose with his money and every ass wipe is coming out of the woodworks to get a piece of him any way they can. If Allgood had any business sense, why didnt they try to stage some concerts with Janet alone. She's still a big draw and can still pack arenas. They could have left the door open for Micheal to make a special appearance to sing with her (Scream) but that would be the extent of it.

Sadly, now they will leave him alone.

RIP Micheal

Posted at 5:29PM on Jul 10th 2009 by Kal Ortega

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