Retired Police Officer Finds Treasure of Unreleased Michael Jackson Songs

A retired California Highway Patrol officer recently made an incredible discovery: a treasure trove of unreleased songs by the late King of Pop, Michael Jackson. This story was reported on Thursday by the entertainment news outlet Hollywood Reporter.

The former officer, Gregg Musgrove, found the recordings in a storage unit located in Van Nuys, California. The storage unit was purchased by a partner of his.

This particular unit belonged to music producer Bryan Loren, known for working with notable artists like Whitney Houston and Sting. However, the current whereabouts of Loren remain unknown.

Inside the unit, Musgrove discovered 12 cassette tapes and digital audio tape (DAT) recordings featuring 12 unreleased songs by Jackson, recorded prior to the release of his Grammy-nominated album "Dangerous" in 1991.

Unfortunately for Jackson's many fans, an attorney hired by Musgrove contacted the Jackson Estate, which manages the singer's legacy. He was informed that the estate holds all copyright rights to Jackson's recordings and compositions, meaning they cannot be made public.

The Jackson Estate later clarified to Hollywood Reporter that they also possess the original tapes and stated that no commercial or other endeavors can be made using the DAT copies.

Some of the tapes include dialogue featuring both Jackson and Loren, seemingly discussing the songs and the creative process involved in their making. Musgrove remarked, "Hearing Michael Jackson talk and joke around was really amazing."

Among the songs, one is titled "Don't Believe It," which appears to address the rumors regarding alleged sexual assaults involving Jackson and minors. Another track titled "Truth on Youth" features Jackson engaging in a rap duet with LL Cool J.

Musgrove plans to offer the tapes to major auction houses.

In 2012, singer Lady Gaga purchased 55 pieces of memorabilia from Jackson, including one of his crystal gloves. Additionally, a jacket worn by Jackson during his "Bad" tour sold for $240,000.

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