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

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

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 ...

When it comes to music royalty, Michael Jackson remains an unmatched icon. His albums defined eras, broke records and set new standards in artistry and innovation. Each genre-blending project reflects ...

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’s Thriller became the biggest-selling album of all time. According to producer Quincy Jones, however, it initially seemed like the record would be a resounding failure. They struggled ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Michael Jackson’s Thriller returns to the top 10 on Billboard’s ...

The Making of 'Bad': "He was the architect of the album in every sense of the word." <br><em><strong>Bad </strong></em><strong>was crafted at Westlake Studio in Los ...

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 ...

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