Is Michael Jackson still played on UK radio?

The BBC told NME that in fact Jackson simply doesn’t feature on the playlist because it is for new releases. This comes after Michael Jackson’s estate released classic concert films to distract from the movie. Reed explained to NME last week why he felt that he needed to make the documentary.

Is Michael Jackson on the radio?

Jackson joins SiriusXM channels devoted to artists like Bruce Springsteen, Frank Sinatra and The Beatles. Playlists created by singer Akon, Jackson’s brothers and fellow Jackson 5 members Jackie, Marlon and Tito will also be featured.

Is Michael Jackson banned in UK?

UPDATED: Contrary to a report that apparently originated with British publication The Times, a rep for the BBC tells Variety that the network, and specifically BBC2 Radio, has not banned or dropped Michael Jackson’s music in the wake of the blockbuster documentary “Leaving Neverland,” which premiered on HBO Sunday …

Why don’t they play Michael Jackson on the radio anymore?

Radio stations are banning Michael Jackson songs after HBO documentary alleges child abuse. Michael Jackson performing in 2002. Radio stations in Canada, New Zealand and Australia are removing Michael Jackson songs from their playlists after two men alleged in a new documentary that the late singer abused them.

Is Michael Jackson songs banned from radio?

A number of radio stations across the world have dropped Michael Jackson songs from their playlists. The news comes in the wake of the US broadcast of Leaving Neverland, in which revived sexual abuse allegations are made against the late singer.

Are Michael Jackson songs banned in the UK?

Jackson’s music appeared to have been dropped from BBC Radio 2’s playlist as Leaving Neverland is set to air in the UK on March 6. The BBC has strongly denied taking Jackson off the airwaves.

Are Michael Jackson songs banned from radio?