Born August 29, 1958 in Gary, Indiana, US
Died June 25, 2009 in Los Angeles, California, US
Michael Jackson was born into a very musical family, forming the Jackson Five with his brothers at the age of 5. After almost a decade of succesful music, Michael left his brother and started making solo music.
Michael Jackson's music is often pop, rock, R&B, or a combination of those. His songs often have a dance drum beat and his signature vocals.
Michael Jackson had almost the biggest impact someone can have on music. His album Thriller is the #1 sold album all time. He has 13 Grammy Awards, and is part of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Michael Jackson's music was influenced by the society at the time. His music was often the popular genre at the time, and he wrote a few songs relating to the culture at the time.
Born October 8, 1985 in Honolulu, Hawaii, US
Born as Peter Gene Hernandez, he played music from a young age. He moved to California after high school to become a musician, where he help start the Smeezingtons, a songwriting group. A few years later, he left the group to start his own solo career.
Bruno Mars has partnered with many artists and his musical style varies, but his songs are often pop, R&B or even hip hop.
Bruno Mars is currently a major musician. A lot of his songs are collaborations with other popular artists. He was 10 Grammy Awards. His first album was released 16 years ago, and he is still touring.
Culture influences Bruno Mars' music, because his music is often the same genre as the most popular song (if he didn't write it.) Technology also influences his music, because he probably uses many technological instruments.
Fun Fact: When Bruno Mars was 14, he impersonated Michael Jackson for a show.
Bruno Mars' and Michael Jacksons' music often have similar genres. Both artists' songs are primarily pop, rock & roll and R&B. They both also have strong beats, and the main audiences for the songs are somewhat similar.