By Saikat Basu.
When (and more importantly) if it happens, it will grab eyeballs by the millions. Reports from the world of music say Michael Jackson is preparing for the big stage with an act for the 'New Kids on the Block' international reunion tour.
Is a Michael Jackson comeback in the offing? If the musical grapevine is to be believed then the 'King of Pop' is plotting a comeback with the golden oldie boy band 'New Kids on the Block' (NKOTB). The 'Thriller' man is supposed to have held secret talks with the band on a link-up at his home in Nevada last week.
New Kids' singer Donny Wahlberg said, "It’s very exciting. It's one big party and everyone wants to join us."
The band's reunion tour is planned for September. Their first in 20 years.
NKOTB was a leading pop group in the 1980s and early 1990s, belting out hits like 'Hangin' Tough', 'I'll Be Loving You' and 'The Right Stuff', taking them to sales of over 80 million records.
The group reunited in April 2008, and from all indications, their international tour is very much on. Toronto's Air Canada Centre on Sept. 18, 2008 is the planned venue for the opening. If Jacko comes on board, he will be among many who may perform in the tour.
Jackson is trying to re-establish his music career following his acquittal three years ago of child abuse charges. Although he is not a new kid on the block anymore, his act could be one of the most anticipated musical events in recent times.
This event should be worth the wait (for some).
