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Jonathan Moffett

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aka “SUGARFOOT”. I’ve drummed/recorded for Michael Jackson (1979-2009), The Jacksons, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Elton John, Stevie Wonder, George Michael, etc.

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Don’t let critics decide for you…this film is special. I’ve spent years with Michael Jackson…and Jaafar Jackson honored that spirit. I was there…I felt it. If the people who lived it feel it…and the fans feel it…that’s what matters. #michaelmovie

Don’t let critics decide for you…this film is special. I’ve spent years with Michael Jackson…and Jaafar Jackson honored that spirit. I was there…I felt it. If the people who lived it feel it…and the fans feel it…that’s what matters. #michaelmovie

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Congratulations to everyone involved with “Michael” on officially crossing ONE BILLION at the box office today! You guys did it! 🙌🏾🔥 Congratulations to director Antoine Fuqua, Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, and the entire cast and crew who worked so hard to bring Michael’s story to life. Michael’s legacy will forever have an impact on the world, and you all brought his story to the screen in such a powerful and beautiful way. The world felt Michael’s magic once again. Congratulations to you all! #MichaelMovie #michaeljackson

Congratulations to everyone involved with “Michael” on officially crossing ONE BILLION at the box office today! You guys did it! 🙌🏾🔥 Congratulations to director Antoine Fuqua, Jaafar Jackson, Colman Domingo, and the entire cast and crew who worked so hard to bring Michael’s story to life. Michael’s legacy will forever have an impact on the world, and you all brought his story to the screen in such a powerful and beautiful way. The world felt Michael’s magic once again. Congratulations to you all! #MichaelMovie #michaeljackson

Jonathan Moffett

14,844 次观看 • 3 天前

A lot of you may have seen the little snippet of “Human Nature” from the #michaelmovie recreating the Victory Tour….but here’s the real moment from back then. Performing this live with Michael Jackson on the Victory Tour was something truly special!

A lot of you may have seen the little snippet of “Human Nature” from the #michaelmovie recreating the Victory Tour….but here’s the real moment from back then. Performing this live with Michael Jackson on the Victory Tour was something truly special!

Jonathan Moffett

304,738 次观看 • 2 个月前

During Michael Jackson’s live shows, I’d add drum accents in real time to enhance the choreography, movement, emotion, and energy on stage. Almost like a foley artist…but through percussion.

During Michael Jackson’s live shows, I’d add drum accents in real time to enhance the choreography, movement, emotion, and energy on stage. Almost like a foley artist…but through percussion.

Jonathan Moffett

99,441 次观看 • 2 个月前

Michael Jackson fans often ask about that break & drum accent before “see that girl…” in “Human Nature.” Believe it or not, the pause was Michael’s idea. Our approach back then was much lighter than the strong drum accent fans recognize today, which evolved over the years.

Michael Jackson fans often ask about that break & drum accent before “see that girl…” in “Human Nature.” Believe it or not, the pause was Michael’s idea. Our approach back then was much lighter than the strong drum accent fans recognize today, which evolved over the years.

Jonathan Moffett

52,681 次观看 • 1 个月前

Reuniting on stage with Jennifer Batten in Changsha, China for “Beat It” was special. Performing this music again in front of nearly 15,000 fans who continue to celebrate Michael Jackson’s legacy was something I’ll never forget. ❤️🥁🎸

Reuniting on stage with Jennifer Batten in Changsha, China for “Beat It” was special. Performing this music again in front of nearly 15,000 fans who continue to celebrate Michael Jackson’s legacy was something I’ll never forget. ❤️🥁🎸

Jonathan Moffett

75,760 次观看 • 2 个月前

“Human Nature” as I played it during the This Is It rehearsals in 2009. As we approach this time of year, a lot of memories come back. Missing Michael and grateful for the moments we shared. 💔 #michaeljackson

“Human Nature” as I played it during the This Is It rehearsals in 2009. As we approach this time of year, a lot of memories come back. Missing Michael and grateful for the moments we shared. 💔 #michaeljackson

Jonathan Moffett

31,679 次观看 • 26 天前

Some of the early Jackson tours don’t get talked about enough. Victory Tour was my third tour with Michael & The Jacksons…and some of the most exciting years of my life. Watching Michael grow into the icon the world came to love was special to witness from behind the drums!

Some of the early Jackson tours don’t get talked about enough. Victory Tour was my third tour with Michael & The Jacksons…and some of the most exciting years of my life. Watching Michael grow into the icon the world came to love was special to witness from behind the drums!

Jonathan Moffett

55,278 次观看 • 2 个月前

Really humbled seeing the renewed love lately for my “Smooth Criminal” performance with Drumeo from 2018. Always an honor celebrating Michael Jackson & the music we performed together. Grateful so many of you are still enjoying and sharing it all these years later.

Really humbled seeing the renewed love lately for my “Smooth Criminal” performance with Drumeo from 2018. Always an honor celebrating Michael Jackson & the music we performed together. Grateful so many of you are still enjoying and sharing it all these years later.

Jonathan Moffett

52,509 次观看 • 2 个月前

Performing “Billie Jean” in Changsha, China was an emotional moment for me. Standing behind the drums with Michael Jackson in my heart and spirit…bringing his music back to life for nearly 15,000 fans gathered together to celebrate his legacy and feel that magic again. ❤️

Performing “Billie Jean” in Changsha, China was an emotional moment for me. Standing behind the drums with Michael Jackson in my heart and spirit…bringing his music back to life for nearly 15,000 fans gathered together to celebrate his legacy and feel that magic again. ❤️

Jonathan Moffett

54,835 次观看 • 2 个月前

“Human Nature”. Never released rehearsal audio from my private collection of tapes. #michaeljackson

“Human Nature”. Never released rehearsal audio from my private collection of tapes. #michaeljackson

Jonathan Moffett

42,959 次观看 • 1 个月前

Watching the Victory Tour brought back to life on the big screen was emotional for me. Seeing my character behind the drums again…the same kit, the same energy…they really captured that era. Surreal reliving a moment I was blessed to live through. ❤️ #michaelmovie

Watching the Victory Tour brought back to life on the big screen was emotional for me. Seeing my character behind the drums again…the same kit, the same energy…they really captured that era. Surreal reliving a moment I was blessed to live through. ❤️ #michaelmovie

Jonathan Moffett

32,686 次观看 • 2 个月前

What other movie stirs up an audience like this…honestly, none. China, you were amazing. #MichaelMovie

What other movie stirs up an audience like this…honestly, none. China, you were amazing. #MichaelMovie

Jonathan Moffett

27,080 次观看 • 2 个月前

After the Destiny, Triumph, & Victory Tours…Michael wanted me to become the music director for the Bad Tour after seeing my work on Jermaine’s tour. Unfortunately, I had already committed to Madonna’s “Who’s That Girl” Tour. One day I’ll tell the full story. #michaelmovie

After the Destiny, Triumph, & Victory Tours…Michael wanted me to become the music director for the Bad Tour after seeing my work on Jermaine’s tour. Unfortunately, I had already committed to Madonna’s “Who’s That Girl” Tour. One day I’ll tell the full story. #michaelmovie

Jonathan Moffett

21,185 次观看 • 1 个月前

Unveiling the gold Michael Jackson HIStory statue in Changsha, China…standing there with the original HIStory Tour band brought everything full circle!

Unveiling the gold Michael Jackson HIStory statue in Changsha, China…standing there with the original HIStory Tour band brought everything full circle!

Jonathan Moffett

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“HIStory”….the exact arrangement I performed with Michael on the HIStory Tour in 1997. Different era in life….same spirit behind the drums. 1997 and today connected through the music. ❤️ #michaeljackson Full video:

“HIStory”….the exact arrangement I performed with Michael on the HIStory Tour in 1997. Different era in life….same spirit behind the drums. 1997 and today connected through the music. ❤️ #michaeljackson Full video:

Jonathan Moffett

16,613 次观看 • 2 个月前

“Rock With You”….played this on tour with The Jacksons….Destiny, Triumph, Victory….always special to me. Honoring J.R. Robinson while bringing that live feel back….then and now. Watch full video: #michaeljackson

“Rock With You”….played this on tour with The Jacksons….Destiny, Triumph, Victory….always special to me. Honoring J.R. Robinson while bringing that live feel back….then and now. Watch full video: #michaeljackson

Jonathan Moffett

15,050 次观看 • 2 个月前

“Man in the Mirror” by #MichaelJackson. One of the greatest songs ever written in the history of music.

“Man in the Mirror” by #MichaelJackson. One of the greatest songs ever written in the history of music.

Jonathan Moffett

26,748 次观看 • 7 个月前

To celebrate “Like A Prayer” climbing back on the Billboard charts, I’ve decided to finally redo this song which I originally recorded with producer Patrick Leonard and #Madonna in the late 80’s! #DeadpoolAndWolverine Deadpool Movie Ryan Reynolds Hugh Jackman

To celebrate “Like A Prayer” climbing back on the Billboard charts, I’ve decided to finally redo this song which I originally recorded with producer Patrick Leonard and #Madonna in the late 80’s! #DeadpoolAndWolverine Deadpool Movie Ryan Reynolds Hugh Jackman

Jonathan Moffett

51,553 次观看 • 1 年前

“They Don’t Care About Us” from the HIStory Tour had a very specific feel to it. That groove was strong…almost like a march. In this clip I’m trying to remember the arrangement again. Been a while since I’ve sat down and played this version from the tour… #MichaelJackson

“They Don’t Care About Us” from the HIStory Tour had a very specific feel to it. That groove was strong…almost like a march. In this clip I’m trying to remember the arrangement again. Been a while since I’ve sat down and played this version from the tour… #MichaelJackson

Jonathan Moffett

13,606 次观看 • 4 个月前

Not many people know I was the original drummer on Madonna’s “Like A Prayer” song. I decided to add drums to the choir version from the Deadpool & Wolverine movie for fun! Deadpool Movie Madonna Ryan Reynolds Hugh Jackman #DeadpoolAndWolverine #likeaprayer #madonna

Not many people know I was the original drummer on Madonna’s “Like A Prayer” song. I decided to add drums to the choir version from the Deadpool & Wolverine movie for fun! Deadpool Movie Madonna Ryan Reynolds Hugh Jackman #DeadpoolAndWolverine #likeaprayer #madonna

Jonathan Moffett

31,350 次观看 • 1 年前