Guardian Music — So I was all set to write about the noughties this week, when some pictures landed on my desk and I thought: "You know what? If I received Sleeve Notes, I'd much rather look at paintings of a half-naked Michael Jackson surrounded by cherubic children... more info

Yahoo! Music UK — world entertainment news - The late King of Pop Michael Jackson and Leonard Cohen are among the musicians set to receive a Grammy Award for lifetime achievement. more info

MTV.com News — Jackson's brothers would like to be involved in a tribute, if it takes place.By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Matt Elias Michael Jackson Photo: Peter Still/ Getty Images Michael Jackson will be honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award f... more info

Topix — Leonard Cohen and Michael Jackson headline a group who will receive lifetime achievement awards from the Grammys next year. more info

The Independent — On December 10, the Recording Academy of the US announced its Special Merit Awards, which honor lifetime contributions to American recording. Among the wide range of 2009 honorees, who will be celebrated during 2010 Grammy week, are Michael Jackson,... more info

Jam! Showbiz Music, Canada — LOS ANGELES - Leonard Cohen and Michael Jackson headline a group who will receive lifetime achievement awards from the Grammys next year. more info

CNN Showbiz — A judge could decide Thursday if Michael Jackson's father -- who was not included in the pop star's will -- should get a monthly allowance from his estate. more info

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Guardian Music — Always thought there was something slightly eccentric about Michael Jackson? These David Nordahl paintings – commissioned by Jacko himself – suggest you might have been on to something ... more info

Starpulse — Michael Jackson's brothers have announced they're set to hit the road as The Jackson 4. Jermaine, Tito, Jackie and Marlon want to tour the world[...] Read more! more info