Michael Jackson’s Thriller, released over 40 years ago, is still his greatest album, shaping pop music and breaking records decades later.

Before making Thriller, Michael Jackson looked to a 1981 horror classic, with An American Werewolf in London influencing the video’s vision.

The sheer scale of Michael Jackson’s fame can sometimes overshadow the music itself. From the moment he danced into America’s hearts as the 11-year-old lead singer of the Jackson 5 on their ...

Celebrate 43 years of Michael Jackson's iconic album 'Thriller' - a groundbreaking success that continues to shape the music ...

The Jackson 5's “Santa Claus Is Comin’ to Town” debuts on Billboard's Radio Songs chart, while also bolting into the top 10 ...

Michael Jackson and Quincy Jones at the Grammy Awards in 1984 Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson's collaborations are some of the greatest in music history. According to The Hollywood Reporter, they met ...

The late singer's "The Essential Michael Jackson" album has remained on the chart for 500 weeks. Michael Jackson has hit a milestone for one of his albums and how long it has charted on the Billboard ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Michael Jackson’s music recently enjoyed its annual boost on charts ...

Sony ships 900,000 units; First single, "Hold My Hand" featuring Akon debuts on Nov. 15 By Ed Christman, Billboard The initial U.S. shipment of Michael Jackson‘s Michael, due Dec. 14 on Epic Records, ...

The Jacksons themselves didn't celebrate Christmas, as they were raised as Jehovah's Witnesses. Michael was with the ...

Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson's collaborations are some of the greatest in music history. According to The Hollywood Reporter, they met when Jackson was 12 years old at Sammy Davis' house. "I need ...