The Jackson 5, later known as The Jacksons, is an American pop band composed of members of the Jackson family. The group was formed in Gary, Indiana, in 1964, and originally consisted of brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and Michael. They were managed by their father Joe Jackson. The group were among the first African American performers to attain a following across multiple genres. The Jackson 5 first performed in talent shows and clubs on the Chitlin' Circuit and eventually... [more on Wikipedia]