Music & Movie Mojo: Michael Jackson "King of Pop", CSI's Hill Harper In Chicago, Tyrese's "Open Invitation", McDonald's Gospel Tour & Apollo Live Auditions

Pepsi has announced an exclusive global partnership with the Estate of Michael Jackson as part of its new "Live for Now" campaign, which Pepsi fans around the world will experience in a variety of ways including an engaging retail campaign featuring one billion special edition Michael Jackson Bad 25 Pepsi cans, iconic music, epic live events and opportunities for fans to access special edition merchandise.

The partnership coincides with the 25th anniversary of Jackson's multi-platinum BAD album and record-breaking tour, around which the Michael Jackson Estate and Sony Music have celebratory projects underway.

To celebrate Jackson's incredible contribution to pop music, Pepsi, Sony Music and the Estate of Michael Jackson have teamed up to share new mixes of legendary Michael Jackson music from the BAD album with fans around the world, proving that the King of Pop is not only the world's most iconic artist from the 20th century but also influencing music in the 21st century as well.

Pepsi will feature iconic silhouette imagery of the King of Pop on cans with the launch of collectible limited edition can designs. Pepsi will also run contests in markets around the world giving fans the opportunity to win merchandise including, a limited number of jackets inspired by the original staff BAD tour jackets and tickets to Michael Jackson THE IMMORTAL World Tour by Cirque du Soleil, the #1 touring show in North America.

For future updates check out www.pepsipulse.com

Actor Hill Harper, star of CSI: NY will share his personal Amtrak travel experience during the 5^th Annual National Train Day Celebration at Chicago Union Station on Saturday, May 12th.  Harper, also a noted author, wrote sections of his latest book The Wealth Cure: Putting Money In Its Place while traveling aboard the Amtrak Southwest Chief from Los Angeles to Chicago in 2010.

For complete details on Chicago's as well as national events go to www.NationalTrainDay.com/events.

The day before his appearance at Union Station, however, Harper joins fellow actor Boris Kodjoe and Dr. Ian Smith on "The Truth About Men Tour", hosted by Windy City Live's Val Warner.

For tickets information go to www.truthaboutmentour.com.

R&B artist, best-selling author, and actor Tyrese Gibson will be in Chicago at the Arie Crown Theater on May 11th. 

Following the release of his new Billboard Top 10 album Open Invitation, Tyrese returns to the stage to caress ears with his honeyed melodies.

GrouponLive is offering a sweet deal you can't pass on to help get you there!  For $36, you get one G-Pass for main-floor or balcony seating on Friday, May 11, at 8 p.m. (up to a $73.32 value, including Ticketmaster fees). Because the ticket is a G-Pass, Groupon customers can use it to enter the venue directly; they will not need to redeem their Groupon at will call.

For more information on how to get tickets go to www.Groupon.com.  Hurry! This deal expires on May 8th!

McDonald's has announced the schedule for its Inspiration Celebration Gospel Tour featuring Fred Hammond this Summer.

In Chicago, fans can attend the free concert during Chicago Gospel Fest.  Hammond will be joined in Chicago by Byron Cage and J Moss on June 23rd.

For other dates check out www.McDonaldsGospelTour.com.

 Finally, if you've ever dreamed of beating "the hook" on Showtime at the Apollo, here's your chance!

WHAT:	CENTRIC, BET Network's signature channel kicks off auditions for its new original series APOLLO LIVE .  Inspired by the Apollo's legendary Amateur Night and hosted by comedian/actor Tony Rock, the show will include new, exciting elements such as a judging panel featuring R&B producer/artist Michael Bivins and hip-hop legend Doug E. Fresh.
WHERE:	NEW YORK
	Saturday, May 5th and Sunday, May 6th
	Apollo Theater
	253 West 125th St., New York, NY 10027
	8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
	WASHINGTON, D.C.
	Tuesday, May 8th and Wednesday, May 9th
	THEARC Theater
	Building Bridges across the River at THEARC
	1901 Mississippi Ave. SE, Suite 101, Washington, D.C. 20020
	12:00 p.m. - 6 p.m.
	CHICAGO
	Friday, May 11th and Saturday, May 12th
	Navy Pier
	600 E. Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
	12:00 p.m. - 6 p.m. (on 5/11)
	8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (on 5/12)
	ATLANTA
	Saturday, May 19th and Sunday, May 20th
	Center Stage
	1374 West Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30309
	8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
	Contestants should log on to www.BET.com/Apollo for a complete set of the rules and eligibility requirements.

APOLLO LIVE marks the legendary Apollo Theater's return to television after the successful 21-year run of the popular Showtime at the Apollo and will be taped in front of a live audience at the Theater. The series will draw upon elements and traditions from the Apollo's long-running weekly live Amateur Night show, including audience voting, and the infamous "Executioner" who sweeps unsuccessful performers off the stage. APOLLO LIVE is a BET Production and is executive produced by Jamie Foxx , Marcus King and Don Weiner .

For more information and to check for location updates, please visit http://www.CentricTV.com. For up-to-the-minute information.