For generations, the music of Michael Jackson has been more than entertainment — it’s been a soundtrack to our lives. From the Motown years to stadium-filling superstardom, MJ’s influence continues to echo across generations.

On this episode of Boomerocity, Randy Patterson sits down with Treston Henderson, a standout performer in MJ: The Musical, to explore what it truly means to step into the world of one of the most iconic artists of all time.

Henderson opens up about portraying Jackie Jackson, one of the founding members of the Jackson family, and the responsibility that comes with honoring a legacy audiences know by heart. From intense choreography to nightly show prep, he shares how discipline, study, and respect shape every performance.

The conversation also dives into the energy of MJ: The Musical — a production that doesn’t just recreate classic songs, but captures the drive, precision, and creative fire behind them. Henderson describes the electricity audiences feel when those familiar beats hit and how that energy feeds the performers on stage.

Beyond the technical demands, Henderson reflects on the personal impact Michael Jackson has had on his life, from early musical inspiration to the full-circle moment of now performing in a show dedicated to MJ’s artistry. In a fun “Boomerocity Just Curious” moment, he even reveals which MJ song he’d choose to perform in a fantasy duet with the King of Pop.

This interview is a thoughtful, behind-the-scenes look at the craft, challenges, and emotional weight of bringing musical history to life — and a reminder of why Michael Jackson’s music still moves us decades later.

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