*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 ...

Before it was put to bed there was the little matter of the title. Quincy Jones suggested changing the title to ‘Not My Lover’, thinking that record buyers would be confused that Jackson had written a ...

Its impact went far beyond the charts. “Billie Jean” contained an unforgettable blend of pop, R&B, and funk, paired with a ...

This video examines why Billie Jean became the defining moment of Michael Jackson’s career. It traces how the song’s release and a pivotal televised performance propelled him into global superstardom.

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 ...

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 ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Reporting on Africa, its diaspora, and hip-hop's class acts today. Michael Jackson in Los Angeles, California (Photo by Ron ...

Michael Jackson's music videos are among the most iconic of all time — but which of the King of Pop's videos was the most ...

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

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

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