michael jackson has passed

And so has a true Louisville independent. Tim Krekel.

Have been on a business trip in the Chattanooga/ATL areas for the past few days...doing some work in my hotel room, while listening to MSNBC w/one ear...while admittedly never much a Michael Jackson fan, his talent could not be denied...medical/toxocology reports may prove interesting....

Like a lot of kids my age, Thriller was the first album I ever owned. His music was a huge part of my childhood. I mean HUGE.

Off the Wall is still one of my favorite albums to listen to when I just feel down and need to dance around the house like an idiot.

Regardless of his many issues, he was a great talent and I hope he has found the peace that he never seemed able to have in life.

We lost a very talented man. A very troubled, tortured man, but his talent was undeniable. I find it ironic that all the news outlets who gleefully reported on all his...troubles, are now celebrating his life as if he was some sort of hero. I find it rather disgusting, honestly. Regardless of how you felt about Michael Jackson, ( I thought he was guilty) he deserved to die with dignity. Unfortunately, all the news outlets have been flashing pictures of him on a gurney, with an oxygen mask over his face, dying, with the headline "Final Photo of Michael Jackson," or "Michael Jackson's final moments, caught on tape!" Just disgusting. They'll do anything to make a buck.