The Official Tribute
The only new publication approved and endorsed by Michael Jackson himself, and by the estate of Michael Jackson
The Official Michael Jackson Opus is the definitive publication about the ‘King of Pop’. Featuring over 300 spectacular photos, many rare and previously unpublished, plus the personal remembrances of the people who knew him best.
Proceeds of the Opus will benefit Michael’s Estate and his designated beneficiaries – his children, mother and the charitable causes that were important to him.
More than a book
This is no ordinary publication. The 404 pages of the Opus measure an impressive 13 x 18 inches each, with the complete Opus weighing in at 12Kg/26.5lbs.
The Opus is beautifully hand-bound in black leather. Each copy is presented in a protective clamshell case, adorned with a special drawing by Nate Giorgio, friend of Michael, collaborator and acclaimed artist.
The Opus is also the first to feature Opus Reality™ exclusive content. Learn more
Content
The 404 pages of The Official Michael Jackson Opus are adorned by hundreds of images of Michael, including many rare and previously unpublished photographs.
The Opus features tributes to the star by those who knew him best, worked with him and those inspired by his work including Reverend Jesse Jackson, Quincy Jones, Berry Gordy, Smokey Robinson, Shaquille O’Neal, Paula Abdul, John Landis, Sugar Ray Leonard, Jimmy Jam, Spike Lee, Teddy Riley, Jane Fonda and many more.
Contribute
Michael Jackson fans around the world were invited to contribute to the Opus. Thousands of fans submitted photographs, artwork and written tributes to the King of Pop.
The entries were collected at our own Flickr group and here at krakenopus.com, and after receiving submissions from all around the world, the Editors of the Opus chose the final selection to be included in the publication.
Opus Specifications
- Size 404 pages, each measuring 13 x 18 inches
- Weight 12Kg (26.5lbs)
- Paper 200gsm Matt Art
- Case The leather hand-bound Opus arrives presented in a clamshell case
- An electronic Opus Reality™ membership card gives you online access to an exclusive 3D experience
- Available 7th December 2009
We were delighted to be working with Michael Jackson on a project that was very dear to his heart – the MJ Opus. Sadly, his untimely death means that instead this special Official Opus will become a lasting tribute to his legacy as the King of PopKarl Fowler, CEO Opus Media Group