... However the phenomenal success of Off The Wall (1979) was mereley mediocre in contrast to Thriller (1982). Again, the project was aided by the genius production skills of Quincy Jones.
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Thriller: Remastered
Michael Jackson's Thriller is the bestselling album of all time, with 45 million
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worldwide sales powered by eight Grammy Awards. The 1982 album was also a success from which the pop superstar never really recovered--subsequent albums seemed to ha...
Advantages: The rip-roaring classic Billie Jean! Disadvantages: None!
...mereley mediocre in contrast to Thriller (1982). Again, the project was aided by the genius production skills of Quincy Jones. Thriller (1982) even more than Off The Wall (1979), really conveys Jacksons extraordinary artistic vision showing off his unparalled talents and shrewd choice of music. Jackson glides through all nine of the origanal recordings with effortless energy showcasing his highly versatile and rocketing vocal approach that neatly ... ...The title track, Thriller is of course one of wacko Jackos many landmarks in his musical career. With more undertones of pure, pulsating funk and swirling, eerie musical arrangements this track is, without doubt, another classic to Jacksons credit. Jackson embodies his heart and soul into this track and Thriller went on to become another Cross- Atlantic smash hit (and who can forget that video that accompanied it). Even more compelling musically ...
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Advantages: Groundbreaking - No wonder it's the biggest selling album of all time Disadvantages: Not Enough Songs, but leaves you with a great taste for things to come
A little bit of background to this classic Michael Jackson album:
In 1982, Jackson released his second Epic album, "Thriller", which became the best-selling album in music history with more than 60 million copies sold worldwide. The album spawned seven hit singles, including "Billie Jean", which was the first music video by an black artist to receive regular airplay on MTV. "Thriller" spent 37 weeks at number one and remained on the Billboard album ... ...in the United States and is still the biggest selling album of all time...and guess what, I am not surprised!
Here is a rundown of each track and why it appeals to me;
"Wanna Be Startin' Somethin" - Fast paced, beat orientated, simple and funky. It is it's simple yet outlandish and original rythm along with Michael's vocals on the song which make it a huge hit for me on the album. "Baby Be Mine" - Although it is probably the song i listen to the ...
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Label / Distributor: Epic / Sony BMG/Arvato Services
Engineer: Bruce Swedien
Pieces in Set: 1
Studio / Live: Studio
Stereo: Stereo
Format: Performer
EAN: 5099750442227
Catalogue Number: 5044222
SPAR code: AAD
Additional notes
Album Notes: Personnel includes: Michael Jackson (vocals, percussion); Paul McCartney (vocals); Vincent Price (spoken vocals); Steve Lukather (guitar, bass); Eddie Van Halen, Dean Parks, Paul Jackson (guitar); Larry Williams (flute, saxophone); Jerry Hey (trumpet, flugelhorn); Bill Reichenbach (trombone); David Paich (piano, synthesizer); Greg Phillinganes (Fender Rhodes piano, synthesizer, programming); Steve Porcaro (synthesizer, programming); David Foster, Rod Temperton (synthesizer); Tom Bahler (Synclavier); Louis Johnson (bass); Ndugu Chancler, Jeff Porcaro (drums); Paulinho Da Costa (percussion); Brian Banks (programming); LaToya Jackson, Julia Waters, Maxine Waters, Oren Waters, Becky Lopez, Janet Jackson (background vocals).
Album Reviews: Vibe (12/99, p.164) - Included in Vibe's 100 Essential Albums of the 20th Century
Titles on disc 1
1.: Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
2.: Baby Be Mine
3.: Girl Is Mine - Jackson, Michael & Paul McCartney
4.: Thriller
5.: Beat It
6.: Billie Jean
7.: Human Nature
8.: PYT (Pretty Young Thing)
9.: Lady In My Life
10.: Someone In The Dark (bonus track)
11.: Billie Jean (original demo recording/bonus track)
12.: Carousel (bonus track)
13.: Bille Jean (original demo, bonus track)
14.: Interview With Quincy Jones (bonus track) (3)
15.: Interview With Rod Temperton (bonus track)
16.: Interview With Quincy Jones (bonus track) (4)
17.: Voice-Over Session From \"Thriller\"
18.: Interview With Rod Temperton (bonus track) (2)
19.: Interview With Quincy Jones (bonus track) (5)
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