It's the end of 2025! What a year it's been for Michael Jackson fans! We finally got the release of the trailer for the Michael Jackson Biopic being released in 2026! We also dealt with the Estate's continued and questionable Ai upscalings of Michael's Iconic short films. Plus there was a whole host of new merchandise to add to the mix. In this extended New Year's Eve special, we look at 2025 - what we liked, what we're looking forward to, what they got right and what they got very wrong. We're also joined by our good friends Vince and Sebastian to explore key topics. Plus! We bring back another drinking game to see the year out in style!Thank you to all our followers on the channel, we look forward to sharing much more with you in 2026! Happy New Year!

Finally!!! The teaser for the Michael Jackson Biopic has dropped! 🎬🔥It feels like we've waited a lifetime to say it, but we get our first glimpse of Jafaar Jackson as The King of Pop. In true fan analysis, we look at every nuance, detailing our favourite parts, that Thriller video clip and that big reveal with the studio moment between Michael and Quincy.This episode we were joined by returning guest co-host, Eve.

In this episode, Pez (a dedicated MJ Collector) and Char (a non-collector) dive into the world of what it means to own and collect Michael Jackson Memorabilia. We look at why some fans choose to collect, is there such a thing as 'too much' or 'not enough' and our favourite items which each carry a special memory. Whether you're an MJ mega-fan with a shelf full of memorabilia or someone who just wants the music, this one's for you!

It's been 30 years since Michael Jackson released his groundbreaking double album, HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I - and we're taking a deep dive into its legacy. Was it misunderstood? Was it ahead of its time? Did Michael say enough? or did he say too much?In this episode of The Big MJ Debate we discuss the impact of songs such as "Scream", "They Don't Care About Us", "Come Together" and "D.S" while also looking at the impact of the album back in 1995, again in 2019 and today as it turns 30 years old. Join the debate in the comments - Is HIStory underrated, overblown, or is it a masterpiece?

Too often, many claim that their favourite artist is the Greatest Performer of all time or that they've surpassed Michael Jackson. We love the confidence in your artist - but you're wrong. Michael Jackson remains the Greatest performer of all time - and this isn't just fans making the claim without looking at the facts. In this episode, we explore why Michael Jackson is considered the Greatest performer of all time and what the metrics are for him maintaining this title. We also look at who, if anyone could be close to Michael Jackson's 'Level' and who inspired him to become the performer that we all know and love. Join the conversation!

In this episode of The Big MJ Debate, hosts Pez Jax and Char McLachlan delve into the world of Michael Jackson's iconic music videos, focusing on the recent trend of upscaling these classics to 4K resolution. With only five official upscaled releases to date, including fan favorites "Rock With You" and "She's Out of My Life," Pez and Char discuss the impact of these high-definition versions and advocate for the remastering of Jackson's entire videography. Join the conversation as they explore the technical challenges, the fan community's response, and the potential for future 4K releases.Subscribe to The Big MJ Debate for more in-depth discussions on all things Michael Jackson.

For the final episode of the year, we've created this special bumper episode to see you through the final hours of 2024 with highlights and discussions from moments in our year as Michael Jackson fans. We also welcome some other MJ friends to join us in discussing topics including Kingvention, MJ One, MJ Merch and controversial opinions turned into a drinking game! We've had a lot of fun and laughs this year and we want to thank every single one of you for your boundless support! Happy New Year and we hope you have a wonderful 2025!!!

After years of banging on about MJ ONE, we finally went to see the show together in Las Vegas. For Char, this was her first time. For Pez, this was his 9th. In this episode, we discuss a typical arrival to the Michael Jackson One feature and cover Char's experience for the first time, as well as what's on offer inside the Michael Jackson One Boutique. We then go through the show sharing our favourite moments and highlights since the show was revamped and updated in August 2024 for the next 5 year run!