Thriller

Fans of J5, The Jacksons, and the first solo album OFF THE WALL, received a record-shattering thrill that exceeded expectations with MJ's second solo album. Responsible for proving beyond any lingering doubt MJ's dominance in the pop world, the album also served to pierce longstanding institutional radio and television segregation of Black American music artists and resulted in a fairer, more competitive marketplace for fellow artists such as Prince and Rick James. Wanna Be Startin Somethin is an explosive fast-paced disc opener unleashing a frenetic, kinetic dance groove. Beats aside, the perceptive lyrics by MJ reveal awareness of the dubious nature of the people around him. He jabs the listener with assurances that he is nobody's fool and can cut through manipulative excuses like nobody's business. Baby Be Mine is a sweet mid-tempo R&B love song by Rod Temperton with delightful backing vocals. The Girl is Mine is pure bland cornball outdone in lameness only by the Paul McCartney-authored Girlfriend from OFF THE WALL. But MJ liked The Girl Is Mine enough to write it and invite McCartney along to help him sing it, so listeners can either have to love it or skip it. Thriller is Rod Temperton's exploration of the darkness inside the self as well as the world around. Upsetting to religious groups who tend to forget about the most frightening nightmare ever put into words--The Book of Revelations--MJ's lead and multi-track backing vocals blend seamlessly, interrupted only by Vincent Price's gimmicky rap. Written by MJ, Beat It reveals MJ's effort to appeal beyond the urban audience to capture lovers of lead guitar riffs by Eddie Van Halen, plus his appeal to pacifism over violence, plus his increased songwriting skills that showcase the ability to tell stories through lyrical expression. Massive radio and video airplay caused further seismic shifts in the pop world. An excellent follower to Beat It, Billie Jean is another MJ composition whose demo (included in this package) proves that even at this early stage in his career, MJ's songwriting and ability to arrange instrumentation were solid. Another fascinating story inside MJ's world, dominated by a destructive out-of-control groupie who causes legal and media mayhem with her lies and wishful thinking. Sexy, complex, excellent, instantly-recognizable with the first few notes. Human Nature is a song written by members of the soft rock group, Toto. The lyrics describe wonderment at city lights and nightlife and an acceptance of a man's place in that world. Absolutely beautiful synth arrangements around MJ's soft lead and strong backing vocals. P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) was silly upon release and remains silly today. Fortunately not written by MJ, but instead contributed by James Ingram and Quincy Jones. MJ's own Carousel (demo included in this package) likely should have taken its place, but at this early point in his career, he probably had to go along to get along with Jones. Backing vocals by Ingram and Howard Hewitt (of Shalimar). Janet and LaToya on the na na nas. The Lady in My Life is a gorgeous, lush, sexy adult assurance of lasting love well-written by ever-reliable Rod Temperton. This fortunate rescue from P.Y.T. closes the album on a high note. BONUS TRACKS: The Billie Jean and Carousel home demos are a revelation of young MJ's intelligence, talent, and musicianship plus the high level of his contributions to THRILLER, not as a product of Jones, but as a full participant in the creative process. Carousel, in particular, sounds delightful. Also includes interviews of Jones.

Thriller is Michael Jackson's best and most popular album. The pic disc and has great pics and sound.

This version of Mofi is of very high quality, detailed, with a better soundstage than in previous releases.

In 1982, Michael had released one of the all-time greatest albums in music history: THRILLER. This album speaks pure greatness, which is why Michael brought home a total of eight grammy awards. "WANNA BE STARTIN' SOMETHIN'" The fourth single from the album. This is just an all-around awesome dance track. Definitely one of Michael's very best songs. "BABY BE MINE" A cool song. "THE GIRL IS MINE" (performed by Michael Jackson & Paul McCartney) The first single from the album. This was such an incredible duet. Paul's vocals, as always, are amazing. Both Paul and Michael sound great together. And, as it turns out, this would not be the last time Paul McCartney and Michael Jackson would record together. On Paul McCartney's 1983 album, PIPES OF PEACE, there are two duets between he and Michael: "Say, Say, Say", which was released as a single and became a big hit, and "The Man". "THRILLER" The seventh single from the album. Everyone, fan or not, has heard this song. If you don't know this song, then I don't how that's possible. This is one of the greatest songs, ever. The video for this song remains one of Michael's greatest music videos. "BEAT IT" The third single from the album. I was never partial to this one. But I have to admit that beat and rhythm are pretty cool. "BILLIE JEAN" The second single from the album. Yet, another awesome MJ tune. In 1983, when Michael performed this one on "Motown 25", Michael had debuted the legender ... "Moonwalk". What an awesome moment. "HUMAN NATURE" The fifth single from the album. This was always such a great, mellow song. "P.Y.T. (PRETTY YOUNG THING)" The sixth single from the album. Another awesome tume. The "Pretty Young Thing" female vocals actually belong to Michael's sisters: La Toya & Janet. "THE LADY IN MY LIFE" I never liked this song too much, either. As I said before, this is one Michael's greatest, greatest, greatest albums. This is an album that I have not stopped listening to. It's amazing how I have not yet worn out my copy of this CD. What an awesome album. No other words can describe this album.

I bought this after I heard he died. Literally. His corpse was probably still warm. I was hoping to cash this in some day. What was I thinking? I've spent my entire life buying records and if I've learned one thing it's when a popular musician dies their catalogue will never out of print. They keep pressing more in every available format. Then, they invent more formats. There are a handful of listings here for the exact same product. Not sure why. Perhaps an import or two. These may all have been imports cause the Majors weren't pressing vinyl in the US when this was released. But everyone knows what Thriller is and every single released was a US Top Ten and the album sold more copies than religious indoctrination manuals. What everyone doesn't know is every single copy of Thriller that was sold is indeed a valuable collectors item. True. Every beat up, used copy found at flea markets, thrift stores, garage sales and offered on any reselling or auction-style website is easily worth $50, $100, $200. Name your price! It's available. Nobody seems to be buying these overvalued rarities. Why? 1. Most people no longer have the equipment necessary to play them. Lps or cassettes. 2. Crazy people no longer like his music. 2a. This is partially due to his follow-up Bad. During the course of its chart run Michael Jackson was reaching critical over saturation. Too much time on the airwaves. Radio and tv. 2b. His personal life/escapades overshadowed his music. 3. His faux-bondage outfits were getting old. Feel free to add your own. 4. 5. I still play Thriller. Once or twice a year. Maybe. And not on Halloween. My preferred format to play Thriller is the SACD version. Sonically the best version ever, but not surround. A surround mix was completed but never issued. Only way to hear Michael Jackson in surround is the HIStory dvds. Fun fact: Vincent Price (to my knowledge) never actually appeared in the old tv show Thriller. That was Boris Karloff. Boris was long dead by the time of Thriller the song. Having a long dead actor perform the rap would have been more interesting. What surprises me is how come Sony haven't released an Ultimate Platinum Super Deluxe set. Probably in the works. Hope it doesn't contain contemporary remixes. That would put me off. btw, since I purchased this picture disc it has increased in value, but so has every other copy.

I remember being in a record shop when `Thriller' arrived in the stores. Vinyl was taken for granted back then when rumors of C.D.'s with disks and lasers from Japan were filtering into our remote imaginations. I was going to buy another album. I can't even remember which one. What I do remember was seeing a poster for 'Thriller' on my way out, and thinking for the first time, by whim or intuition, of seriously buying a Michael Jackson album for the first time. Something told me I was witnessing an event, an opportunity to capture an instant classic. Something big and momentous was being heralded on my way out the door. A short time later I was electrified to hear "Billie Jean" from the radio of a dorm stereo during my junior year of college. In one fell swoop, Michael Jackson not only proved that disco wasn't dead, he proved it didn't suck, either. It didn't take me long to assess the song as among the very best of the eighties. Actually, it turns out to be one of the best ever. Lingering throughout 1983, the songs from 'Thriller' could be heard from every stereo, every car radio, and significantly, from every TV set. MTV was at its zenith back then. It had debuted two years earlier redefining pop music as we know it. Putting in the craftsmanship, time, talent, (and, yes money) necessary, MJ redefined it again, elevating the stature of music videos from mediocre advertisements to full blown works of art. Variety is a key component of every masterpiece, and with the able hand of producer Quincy Jones, Jackson blended the best of every category. He also tapped into talents from Van Halen to rock out on "Beat It," an infectious song with some great advice that only seems suitable from Jackson's pen and discerning ability to sort out a conflicted conscience. Soul and pop were expertly laid down with the reverberating energy of "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'" as well as the superbly sweet "P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing)" and "Human Nature". How can one forget the playful nuances, like the late Vincent Price's recitation in the middle-end of the title track? `Thriller' was a showcase for a remarkably multi-talented musician and performer. His video work, dance routines, singing, choreography, and songwriting were all hallmark. There were other masterworks, too, such as ' Off the Wall ,' but 'Thriller' single-handedly earned him the title "King of Pop". Sadly, heavy wears the crown that such a king bore. It didn't surprise me that the entire summer of 2009 was devoted to him. Like Elvis (significantly, the king of rock) John Lennon, and Marvin Gaye before him, the King of Pop was taken away from us early--only to leave us to grieve once more for a sensational talent who brought us so much joy in such a short lifetime.

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