Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five’s First Publication Covers — Ever

Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five were first introduced to the world by Diana Ross August 11, 1969 at a Hollywood style press conference at The Daisy in Beverly Hills. After gaining momentum from performances at the Apollo, contests, talent shows and local benefits, they now had found massive support from Miss Ross, Berry Gordy and Motown seeing their undeniable potential and talent.

Almost exactly a year later on August 10, 1970, SOUL Newspaper, the preeminent source for soul music news would feature a young Michael Jackson on its cover making it the publication's all time best selling issue. Today is the 52 Anniversary of that issue and thought it fitting to dive a little deeper in to the history of these iconic pieces of publication history.