2 chapters across the catalog
Archival audio from 2002 features Michael Jackson accusing Sony Music and executive Tommy Mottola of attempting to destroy his career to gain control of his publishing assets. Jackson highlights his ownership of half of Sony's publishing catalog as the primary motive for the industry's hostility toward him.
La Toya Jackson Claims Michael Jackson Was Murdered
Appearing on "The View," La Toya Jackson reiterated her belief that her brother Michael Jackson was murdered for his valuable music publishing catalog. The catalog includes a majority of the Beatles' songs, which were recently released in digital format and for the "Rock Band" video game. The discussion suggests that the entertainment industry and concert promoters like AEG had significant financial motives for Jackson's death, including insurance payouts.
