Bad25 Release Party!

9/22/12


Legacy of Love NYC held one of the "baddest" parties ever at the Stone Creek Bar and Lounge. It was to celebrate the release of Bad 25, which is the 25th anniversary of the Bad album. There was also an exclusive screening of Bad Tour Wembley! That had got us all started up. I really need to get my hands on that dvd. I wore my new home-made black and gold military jacket with my gold button up. I had got the idea from the "Come Together" segment of Michael jackson's Moonwalker.
I had a blast dancing and celebrating with my MJ family. Love them all so much! I even ran into some MJ fans on the way home. Enough talk, here are some pics! LOL

Operation G.I. (Gary, Indiana) 2012

8/29/12

First I would love to start this post off by saying
"HAPPY 54th BIRTHDAY, MICHAEL JACKSON!!!"

I am so happy I had the opportunity to celebrate Michael Jackson's birthday in his hometown and where it all began, Gary, Indiana. It was very first time traveling to Gary, Indiana and 2300 Jackson Street. My beautiful MJ sisters Raquel, Trish, Wendy, Nieesha, Kimberly and Charity traveled this long journey on Greyhound from New York City with me. We traveled through New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the Ohio to finally reach our destination. With all of the transfers, layovers and trials with Greyhound, we were blessed to have the most spiritual and fun time.

Photo courtesy of AP

Once we arrived in Gary, we got changed into our outfits for the celebration and we were on our way. I wore my silver “Bad” tour outfit. Nieesha and Raquel rocked out the Jackson 5 Michael looks. Trish did her 70’s look, while Wendy and Kimberly sported beautiful sundresses. Charity was the only one who kept it simple and cute but looked like the most comfortably dressed one of us all.



When we were approaching the house, my stomach was tied in knots. I began to get chills when I saw it in the distance. I couldn’t believe the moment has arrived for me to see Michael’s childhood home in reality. It was just as I imagined and looked like how I saw it on television and books. It was such a small yet big house because so many people love to see where it all began for Michael and the Jacksons. Of course I had a spiritual moment that almost brought tears to my eyes. People were showing us so much love and took photos with us. I ran into so many familiar Facebook friends like fellow impersonators Carlo Riley, Mike Polk and Bre Lyle. It is so funny how Bre and I are both from New Jersey and we meet for the first time in Gary. Also our NYC/NJ MJ family was out there as well.


They began playing Jackson 5 tunes and of course that got us on our feet. My break out song was “Billie Jean.” I truly love that song so much and the crowd enjoyed me as well. When I did the moonwalk into the spin and then the toe stand, it drove them wild. News crews were focused on our crew because we rocked Gary. Then came the candlelight vigil and the family arrived. I was so excited to meet and greet all three of Michael’s beautiful children. I greeted Prince Michael and Blanket with a handshake which made them look at me in amazement as I resembled their father. Then I greeted Paris with a huge hug and told her how beautiful she is and she thanked me. It was so hectic I didn’t get photos with them or autographs but I do have a lasting memory of that day. Wendy, however, presented them with her phenomenal large colored drawing of Michael and the three children and her “Invincible” Michael inspired necklace. She also was the only one to get all three autographs. Can I say lucky? LOL Trish also had a funny moment with T.J., which is Tito’s son who has joint custody of Michael’s children. Only we will understand what was funny about that encounter. LaToya Jackson was also in attendance that night as well.

Photo courtesy of AP

The “After Event” that was held at the Majestic Lounge was awesome as well, thanks to my new found friend Marshall for getting me there. I was able to perform in Gary and show the family and fans of Michael Jackson what Mikette had to offer. My friends were there and so supportive of me and I am blessed they were there. We also rocked out to Thomas Stone and Mike Polk’s performances as they both channeled Michael so well giving us all chills to the bone.


Our last morning in Gary we stopped back by the house to pay our last respects and left some notes. We all took photos in front of the house and share our blessings. We passed by the old schools the brothers and Michael attended. It was such a beautiful trip and I couldn’t have done it with anybody else. We were seeing signs from Michael the whole time from seeing butterflies to the number “7” reoccurring. I really want to go back so bad that I want to start planning my next trip. LOL

PRINCE AND BLANKET!!!PARIS!!!Mikette and Bre LyleMikette and Carlo RileyThe Magnificent Seven (Love you gurls!)
A photo I found on Wikipedia taken by Volkan Yüksel on 25 July 2009
My Gary, Indiana performance!!! First artist featured is Thomas Stone of Chicago, IL and I am the second artist. 8/29/12. Video courtesy of Billboard Bee

Red and Ray Bans

Michael Jackson wore so many elaborate and amazing outfits in his lifetime, whether they were for tours, videos, or appearances. They were full of sequin, diamonds and colors. Many of his outfits weighed more than his own body weight. But when it was all said and done, Michael Jackson seemed to be more known for his love for red buttoned up shirts and black pants. Along with the red shirts, he would wear his black fedora hat and a pair of black Ray Ban Wayfarer shades. This look was very big in the 1980s during the Bad era.

All you need is:
Red button up shirt
White V-neck t-shirt
Black fedora-like hat
Black Ray Ban aviator or wayfarer shades
Black pants
White socks
Black loafers

So simple, but yet so sexy!



Breathtaking


Here are my attempts. How did I do?





My appearance at a birthday party

Michael Jackson Wore A Striped Shirt

I decided to remake the photo of Michael Jackson wearing a appealing striped shirt. It came as a cool resemblance of a shirt I own. Not sure of the name brand of his shirt but my shirt is from The Limited. I also was able to obtain a black scarf to wear around my neck and had an umbrella with me as well.

Dirty Diana: D.I.Y.

If this is your first time checking out my blog, I usually do a D.I.Y (Do it yourself) post on a few of Michael Jackson's signature looks from videos to the stage. I do this so everyone can get an inexpensive chance to look like and become the King of Pop. Being a tribute artist can be quite an investment but for those on a budget can make it work and look good.
This time I'm going to do the look from the Bad era from the "Dirty Diana" video. This is definitely one of my favorite songs from the album and the video is unforgettable with his climatic shirt tearing at the end. This is a simple yet complex look but I will make it look as close as possible for you guys and girls out there.

If you can rock with Ms. Dirty Diana like Michael did, then this look is for you.

All you need is:
White V-neck t-shirt
White button up shirt with sleeves rolled up mid-way
Black long hand gloves with silver buckles
Belts (as many metal, leather, and chains)
Black Buckle up boots
Black tights

Loves how he does it!

About to tear that shirt off!

I'm passed out! LOL


Made an attempt at a photo shoot with Lorena Turner Photography