Michael Jackson's Peas music

01-11-2006 12:30

Michael Jackson is collaborating with Black Eyed Peas star Will.i.am on his new album.The eccentric singer invited the rapper-producer to join him in a recording studio in Ireland to work on some tracks for the forthcoming LP.Jackson, 48, told TV show Access Hollywood: "I like what he is doing and thought it would be interesting to collaborate or just see how the chemistry worked. I think he's doing wonderful, innovative, positive, great music." The 'Bad' singer has not released a new studio album since 2001 but says he has never stopped writing music, and since being cleared of child molestation charges last year is desperate to put out a fresh record.Jackson said: "I am always writing a potpourri of music. I want to give the world escapism through the wonder of great music and to reach the masses."The music legend is often promising new records, including a benefit single for Hurricane Katrina victims which never materialised.Jackson is currently staying in the Republic of Ireland with his three children, Prince Michael, Paris and Prince Michael II.