When Jones and Jackson listened to Thriller for the first time, they thought it sounded terrible. They realized they had to make changes before they put it out. One of these changes was cutting the ...

*Michael Jackson’s music continues to resonate with audiences decades after it first debuted. From timeless classics like “I Want You Back” and “Beat It” to the iconic “Thriller” and “Man in the ...

It is one of those before-and-after albums. There is music before Thriller. And music that was made in its wake. Even today, its stats are mind-boggling. To date, it has sold 70 million copies and has ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. October is a huge month for Michael Jackson. The late musician’s ...

While Jackson’s catalog remains a bestseller, his performance on Billboard’s global charts is limited, with “Billie Jean” as one of his rare entries. VARIOUS, VARIOUS - JUNE 25: **IMAGE RESTRICTED - ...

With a career that saw him dominate the charts for decades, Michael Jackson's albums are filled with more incredible songs ...