The
Jackson 5 or
Jackson Five; later known as The
Jacksons is an American popular music family group from
Gary, Indiana. Formed in 1964 under the name the
Jackson Brothers, the founding members were
Jackie,
Tito and
Jermaine.
Marlon and
Michael would later join, and the band's name would be changed to The Jackson 5. After participating in talent shows and the chitlin' circuit, they entered the professional music scene in 1967 as The Jackson Five, signing with
Steeltown Records and releasing two singles. In 1969, they left Steeltown Records in order to sign with
Motown.