The jacksons

Media is packed with shiny covers and airbrushed images of celebrities we love, but the candid behind-the-scenes images that capture the unpolished truths and honest emotions of these famous faces are what show someone we can actually relate to.

The Jackson Five, 1960s

The Jacksons 1984 #Victory #80s

June 30th 1975: The Jackson Five were forced to change their name to The Jacksons after joining Epic Records. Motown owned the original name."

It is the mid 1800’s. It is the middle of the night and you are running for your life through the dark forests of America, to flee from the torture, and slave labor, at a concentration camp. Freedom…

The Motown torch passes to a new generation. The Jackson 5 were a peerless multi-media phenomenon, leading Berry Gordy’s kingdom into its second decade with a stunningly fresh sound and extraordinary stagecraft, paying homage to the past, illuminating the future. The brothers set new standards in global popularity, and helped to redefine contemporary music. More

Music photographer Neal Preston opens up his legendary archive and shares the stories behind his images.

See everyone honored, from Buddy Holly and Miles Davis to Madonna and Metallica

Photos + Audio: A look back at the legendary artists brought together by Motown Records founder Berry Gordy