OPUS: While we wait....

According to this LA Times article, pre-order sales of Michael's Opus was around 20,000.

Between August and October, the pre-order price was $165. The cost now is $249 (Opus & Retail) or $225 (Ticketmaster).

Using the ole calculator ($165 * 20,000= $3.3 million). Obviously, this is a low estimate based on the original pre-order offer and not knowing exactly how many were actually purchased at each of the $165, $225 or $245 prices. It also doesn't take into account how many will be purchased in stores this holiday season.

But still, not too shabby for a 6 month project. Wonder what amount of those proceeds will actually benefit Michael's Estate?

Thank you Kracken Opus, Team Branca and especially Judge Beckloff for approving this project. We can not wait to see it.

UPDATE: Opus delivery date

For those of you who ordered your Opus' through either Kraken Opus directly or Ticketmaster, here is the recent email I received about the new delivery date- December 18th (for those orders prior to December 1).

Dear customer,

As publisher of The Official Michael Jackson Opus, the Opus Media Group would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your contribution to the extraordinary and unprecedented demand for what we believe is a fitting tribute to a true legend.

We wanted to provide you with a delivery update for your Opus. Following the hugely successful launch of The Official Michael Jackson Opus in Los Angeles earlier this week, inclement weather conditions and customs intervention have caused us to adjust our shipping schedule slightly for the Opus. Below is the updated Opus shipping schedule:

For Opus orders placed before December 1:
Rest assured that your Opus will be delivered well before Christmas and, in the majority of cases, by December 18 2009. To help you better track your package, once your order is fulfilled, you will be sent a shipping email and tracking code from Fedex, either later today or early next week.

For Opus orders placed December 2 and after:
Opus Media Group will make every effort possible to ensure these are also delivered before Christmas, but we can only guarantee delivery before Christmas for orders placed before December 1. To help you better track your package, once your order is fulfilled, you will also be sent a shipping email and tracking code from Fedex.

We know your Official Michael Jackson Opus will provide you with beautiful and lasting memories of Michael Jackson. We sincerely thank you for your patronage and your patience.

Have a great holiday.

*email and signature redacted*

NEWS: Michael to receive Lifetime Achievement Grammy

According to UPI, Michael has been chosen to receive a Lifetime Achievement Grammy. This will be presented during a formal ceremony the night before the Grammys, January 30th. The Grammys will air January 31st.

According to another site, Michael's This is It soundtrack will be eligible for nominations for the 2011 award year.

Snarky:
Who will accept the award? (My bet is Jermaine for $1,000- Alex.)
How long will Michael's official site (through Sony) take to post this news? (My bet is 4 days, December 14.)

UPDATE: Sony has finally posted this news, and on the date I guessed. WTG Sony. Thank you for keeping us up to date on MJ news.