The surge in sales of Michael Jackson’s music catalog continued Wednesday with the announcement that his recordings dominated the pop charts for the third consecutive week, and a source told The LA Times that more than 9 million of Jackson’s albums have been sold worldwide since his death June 25.

Nielsen SoundScan said Jackson’s albums sold 1.1 million copies over the last seven days and had combined to sell an impressive 2.3 million in the U.S. in the nearly three weeks since he died.

Sony Music, which controls the catalog of his solo adult recordings, declines as a policy to comment on sales issues, but a spokeswoman for the label did not dispute the accuracy of the 9-million figure provided by the source, who has knowledge of Jackson’s global album sales but is not authorized to speak on the matter. Jackson’s music has also topped the pop charts in countries including France, Germany, Australia and the U.K. during the same period.

The dramatic influx of income for the singer’s estate illustrates what’s at stake in the legal battle to name an executor for Jackson’s will.

This month, lawyers for the singer’s mother, Katherine Jackson, 79, filed court papers asking that she oversee his estate. Days later, two of Jackson’s longtime associates — entertainment attorney John Branca and veteran music industry executive John McClain — filed a will the performer signed in 2002 naming them executors. A hearing on the matter of an executor is scheduled for Aug. 3 in Los Angeles.

Although Jackson was about $400 million in debt to various financial institutions, people with knowledge of the singer’s business holdings say his assets outweigh his debt by at least $200 million — and those assets are only increasing with the tremendous record sales.

The multi-talented Michelle Williams will be one of the celebrity judges this season for Gospel Dream, the popular American Idol®- style talent show on the Gospel Music Channel.

Williams may be best known as a former member of the Grammy-award winning Destiny’s Child with Beyonce’ Knowles and Kelly Rowland. Since then she has made a name for herself in the Gospel genre winning awards as a solo artist with the success of her first CD ‘Heart To Yours,’ the best selling Gospel album of 2002. She also is preparing for her debut in London in a run as Roxie Hart in a West End run of Chicago.

Williams joins Stellar Award winner J. Moss, and one of the music industry’s most respected executives, Mitchell Solarek. The show is co-hosted by Mike Kasem and Kimberly Locke, the first American Idol alumna to debut at No. 1 on the Billboard charts with a non-Idol single.

Thirty-seven contestants have been selected from thousands of people, 16-40 years old, from all genres of gospel/Christian musical styles, who auditioned. From that group 10 finalists will be chosen to vie for the grand prize, which includes record and music video exposure.

The fourth season of Gospel Dream can be seen Wednesday nights this summer at 10 p.m. Eastern and Pacific times.

An attorney for Michael Jackson’s ex-wife Debbie Rowe on Tuesday angrily denied a New York Post report that she had agreed to take millions of dollars to give up parental rights to her two children with the entertainer.

In a letter to the New York Post, attorney Eric George said that Rowe, who was married to Michael Jackson from 1996 to 1999 and is the mother of his two oldest children, "has not and will not" give up her parental rights, according to Reuters.

Nor will Rowe, whose attorneys have been in talks with lawyers for Michael Jackson’s parents, Katherine and Joe, take any money beyond the spousal support to which she and the singer agreed upon years ago, George’s letter states.

In a 2002 will signed by Michael Jackson, he said he had "intentionally omitted" to provide for Rowe.

The New York Post reported Tuesday that Rowe had agreed to take about $4 million to give up her parental rights to children Prince Michael Jr., 12, and Paris, 11.

George has asked the newspaper to publish a retraction. In a statement, New York Post editor in chief Col Allan said, "The Post stands by its story."

Katherine Jackson, 79, was granted temporary guardianship of her son’s three children on June 29, only days after the "Thriller" singer died. George’s letter states that no agreement has been reached between Rowe and the Jacksons on custody or visitation.

Rowe in 2001 sought to give up parental rights to her children, but she later went to court to contest her waiver of those rights and it never went into effect. A custody hearing on Jackson’s three children is set for this coming Monday.

Two weeks after the death of her brother Michael Jackson, Janet Jackson is reportedly back in Atlanta to begin work on Tyler Perry’s "Why Did I Get Married, Too?"

       Malik Yoba, Jackson’s love interest in the original 2007 film, took to his audio blog Saturday while on location for the sequel, saying that Jackson was back on set.      

       "For those of you who are curious about the state of Ms. Jackson, all seems well," Yoba said, according to Radar Online. "She’s here at work and we’ve got a couple of serious scenes to shoot today."      

       Yoba also indicated that the cast will shoot for another week in Georgia, then head to the Bahamas for more filming.

Spartanburg, SC – July 15, 2009 – Denny’s [NASDAQ:  DENN], America’s largest full-service family restaurant chain, announced it will present a $100,000 check in celebration of the company’s dedication to diversity on July 16, 2009 at the NAACP Convention in New York. Denny’s will serve as the lead sponsor of the NAACP’s youth achievement programs, which will impact nearly 50,000 young people throughout the country. The donation is a reflection of Denny’s continued support of the NAACP’s commitment to help government and business leaders understand how people working together can ensure social justice and build a great nation for everyone.

"It is our honor to support the valuable mission of the NAACP and their continuing efforts to raise broad awareness of the value of a truly inclusive society," said Nelson Marchioli, Denny’s CEO. "At Denny’s we are committed to education and helping individuals from diverse backgrounds achieve academic success during their educational pursuits. We believe that education represents the path to a better life for all people and for all communities."

To compliment Denny’s dedication to building strong families, promoting community service and advancing educational opportunities, and continue the company’s support of youth achievement and school partnerships, the sponsorship will support significant NAACP youth achievement programs. They include ACT-SO, the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics, which inspires and encourages young people of African descent to pursue excellence in the arts, sciences, mathematics, humanities and entrepreneurship, and Back-to-School/Stay-in School, which provides students K-12 with academic and social support required to complete high school.

"Since its early days of transformation, Denny’s has become a model corporate citizen in advancing diversity and inclusiveness," said Dwight C. James, Executive Director of the NAACP’s South Carolina State Conference.  "Their commitment has aided our efforts to promote leadership and academic achievement for youth….across South Carolina."

Denny’s investment will help increase the impact of youth achievement programs by helping to promote and market the ACT-SO and Back to School/Stay in School programs in local markets and to assist in creating general awareness and recruitment of participants and volunteers.

"This generous donation will open up an array of opportunities to hundreds of young people," said Benjamin Todd Jealous, President and CEO of the NAACP.  "We appreciate Denny’s confidence in us, and in the youth who will make the most of this opportunity."

"Denny’s and the NAACP’s relationship historically and presently is an example of how out of crises even adversaries can build a partnership.  Denny’s is now a model company that is able to address problems proactively and react swiftly," added Reverend Nelson B. Rivers, III, Vice President of Stakeholder Relations, NAACP.

Denny’s also served as the sponsor and presenter at ACT-SO’s awards ceremony during the NAACP Convention at the New York Hilton Hotel on July 12, 2009. As part of the ACT-SO initiative, talented young people from a wide array of disciplines throughout the country compete in nearly 200 local competitions in a yearlong enrichment program. The program provides a forum through which African American youth demonstrate academic, artistic and scientific prowess and expertise, often gaining recognition reserved for entertainers and athletes.

To learn more about Denny’s Diversity Initiatives or Denny’s Corporation, please visit www.dennysdiversity.com or www.dennys.com.

About Denny’s 
Denny’s is America’s largest full-service family restaurant chain, with more than 1,500 locations. For more than 50 years, Denny’s has been serving up real breakfast 24/7. Home of the famous Grand Slam® breakfasts, Denny’s provides a variety of flavorful food and beverage choices. For more information on Denny’s, please visit www.dennys.com.

The son of late gospel singer Timothy Wright was installed as pastor of his late father’s New York City church during a service Sunday, according to the Associated Press.

       David Wright, 30, became leader of the Grace Tabernacle Christian Center Church of God in Christ. He had previously served as the Brooklyn church’s music minister.      

       Family spokesman Will Bogle says several musical groups participated in the installation, a poignant celebration for a congregation that has grappled repeatedly with loss in the last year.      

       The Rev. Timothy Wright died in April, nine months after being injured in a car crash near Loganton, Pa. The crash killed his wife and grandson as they returned from a Detroit conference.      

       Wright was known as the Godfather of Gospel. He received a 1994 Grammy nomination for his album "Come Thou Almighty King."

Grammy award winning gospel singer Yolanda Adams will provide the prayer breakfast entertainment at the 2009 conference of the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. The platinum selling artist will be accompanied by the Pine Forge Academy Choir from Pennsylvania.

     The 39th Annual Legislative Conference (ALC) breakfast is scheduled from 7-10 a.m., on Saturday, September 26th at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in downtown Washington, D.C. U.S. Reps. Chaka Fattah of Pennsylvania and Yvette D. Clarke of New York will serve as honorary co-chairs of the week-long event.

     The platinum selling Adams most recently started her own radio show, Yolanda Adams In the Morning. It airs on urban gospel stations around the country. The Pine Forge Academy Choir, based near Philadelphia, is made up young men and women from ages 13 through 18. Currently on tour, the choir is known for its harmonious spirituals and anthems.

     Forums on education, health care and economic development will top the list of forums where more than 18,000 politicians, industry leaders and everyday Americans are expected to attend. This year’s theme is Reinvest…Rebuild…Renew.

     More information on ALC is available at http://www.cbcfinc.org.

Jamaal “Mali Music” Pollard is truth in music! The Savannah based singer, songwriter, producer is breaking out of the conventional gospel music.  Mali Music began playing piano at age 5 and wrote his first song at age 8 and has been actively pursuing his music ministry and career ever since adding acoustic guitar and electric bass to his instrumental proficiency.  Mali Music’s love for music is largely influenced by legendary artist Sam Cooke and Otis Redding.  Mali Music’s sound is heavily inspired by the work of music geniuses Bilal and D’Angelo…free, boundless and uninhibited.

Along with being a phenomenal singer and songwriter, Mali Music is an accomplished producer.  He has production and vocal credits on recent projects Gumbo Red (Dedicated Music Group) and Nayshon Shaka from label mate Laura Wilson.  Mali Music scored the soundtrack for the Savannah College of Art and Design film Linked and has scored two gospel stage plays, Urban Resurrection (2005) and Zion’s March (2006).  Consequently birthing his production company Mali Music Note Productions and 2008 marked the launch of his independent label SoundWalk Music Group, under the management of OvaFlo Entertainment.

The national release of his acclaimed debut album, The 2econd Coming, (Dedicated Music Group/Universal Music Christian Group) is not only anticipated, it’s being hailed as a landmark release in gospel music. The infinite boundaries The 2econd Coming presents throughout Contemporary Christian and Gospel music have the industry buzzing and consumers eager to get their hands on this eclectic masterpiece and experience the freedom in this young man’s music.

The 2econd Coming In Stores July 14

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I was introduced to faith in God in 1983 through a schoolmate of mine. Long story short I had backsliden for 13 years. My sexual condition was worse than it first begun. I tried everything under the sun I mean everything. Today I am as I mentioned before a virgin in Christ eyes. I prayed to be celibate and so I am. Do I ever get tempted, certainly however my mind and body always take me back to all the people I allowed to touch me that I did not love at all. It was more or less a power trip for me as far as sex was concerned. I did not love any of these people. I got what I wanted which was pleasure and possessions. Although these things did not make me happy for many years I did them anyway because I did not want to face lonliness and the fact that I did not know who I was. Today, I am the righteousness of God in Christ Jesus. God kept me alive in my stupidity so I can reach back and help someone else. I am humbly greatful.

Someone sent me your website and I was wanting to hear your comments on the death of Michael Jackson. I am sadden about his death, but don’t understand the comments made towards his father. If I lost my child, I would not even be in a place to talk let alone discuss some upcoming project; and to suggest that because he is a man about business excuses him from his outlandish behavior. First my concern is for Michael soul, did he acknowledge Jesus Christ as his Lord. Next as a church let us not make the mistake of justifying wrong. How can you justify Michael’s fathers statement; HIS SON HAS JUST DIED; he suffered with this his entire life. I listed to where has my childhood gone, or man in the mirror, this man was lost……As a parent, I would cover my child in prayer and not get so lost in the celebrity. My heart aches for this terrible tragedy and for his children who are left with their dad. I pray that they would be introduced to the Father among all fathers, that Jesus would make them complete. I am a Pastor, and the Word of God clearly states, woe to the shepherds that did not care for the flock; that means that we cannot justify wrong by covering it up by saying oh he is business man, and that is how he has always done it; and that he cannot change. I disagree, all things are possible with Jesus Christ. He can change your ways if only we would allow Him. Praise the Lord be blessed in Jesus Christ.