This was another song Michael originally wrote for the “Thriller” album. Although Michael also considered it for “Bad”, he never finished it but released it as a bonus track on The Ultimate Collection in 2004. Pre-order #Thriller40 now: michaeljackson.lnk.to/Thriller40th

Actor / Singer-songwriter / Dancer John Edwards is a member of @mjthemusical's ensemble cast and he also performs as Jackie Jackson. Edwards was a member of the touring casts of the popular musicals Hairspray and Jersey Boys. Get your tickets now: mjthemusical.com/tickets/

“The music, and that’s part of us, it’s like something we have to have. And it’s in us. Because I don’t know what I would do if there wasn’t music. Music is a way of getting across to people. People may not want to read but they will always want to listen to music.'

'Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough”, hit #1 on the Bilboard Hot 100 chart this week in 1979. Music website Stereogum ranks it 10 out 10. They call the song an “absolute miracle of pop music.” youtube.com/watch?v=yURRmW…

There’s still incredible interest in vinyl records, in fact US sales rose by 22% in the first half of 2022, according to the music industry trade group the RIAA. What is the most unique Michael Jackson vinyl record you own?

This was actually a song originally written by Michael in the late 1970s but revisited by him at the time he was writing songs for the Thriller album. It didn’t make the album and had never been released until now. Pre-order #Thriller40 now: michaeljackson.lnk.to/Thriller40th

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At the 1989 Soul Train Awards, Elizabeth Taylor presented Michael Heritage Award for Career Achievement and she dubbed him “the true king of pop, rock and soul”. It was ultimately shortened to King of Pop and that is how Michael has been known ever since.

In October 2007, Michael Jackson appeared on the cover of the Italian publication of Men’s Vogue. According to the stylist for the shoot, Rushka Bergman, “Michael was an innovator so he wanted something new. He challenged me to bring something fresh that no one had done before.”

Producer Rodney Jerkins recalls that his recording sessions with Michael Jackson were the most fun of his career. He says Michael pulled many pranks on him. Jerkins most favorite MJ memory was cruising around Manhattan with Michael in a Bentley convertible.

This is another song written by Rod Temperton for “Thriller” but it didn’t make the cut. It was ultimately included on certain versions of the King of Pop compilation album released in various international markets in 2008. Pre-order #Thriller40 now michaeljackson.lnk.to/Thriller40th

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Michael to Entertainment Tonight in 1983 on what is going through his mind while he is performing: “I don’t think, I’m feeling it. It’s not a thing of thinking or mechanics. It’s all spirit and feel. I create right from the heart. I just project what I feel.”

Michael Jackson's mastery of how to precisely blend dance-floor-ready funk, deeply felt soul, and massive hooks electrified his entire catalog. Apple Music’s playlist “Michael Jackson – Next Steps” explores this meticulous mix of style. Listen now: apple.co/3SqIwLX

On this date in 1993, Michael gave his 1st and only performance in the nation of Turkey as part of the Dangerous World Tour. Held at the İnönü Football Stadium in the country’s largest city, Istanbul, roughly 50,000 people attended the sold-out show. Share your memories #MJTours

This song was inspired by the Richard Pryor film of the same title. After not making the cut for the Thriller album, Michael continued to work on the song and it ultimately evolved into 'Best of Joy”. The original incarnation is now being released. michaeljackson.lnk.to/Thriller40th

“Michael Jackson ONE blends dance, acrobatics, colorful visuals and Michael’s music into a fan favorite performance” – USA Today. The show was recently named one of the Best Casino Shows on the publication’s Best Readers’ Choice 2022 Awards. Tickets: cirk.me/3Sibqha

NFL football rookie Aidan Hutchinson tells Woodward Sports Network the universal love for Michael Jackson helped him land on “Billie Jean” as a song to perform for the Detroit Lions as part of a team building exercise. twitter.com/woodwardsports…

“P.Y.T.” was released on this date in 1983 as the sixth single from “Thriller” and was recently recertified at 4x platinum by the RIAA. Slant Magazine calls the tune a “lush disco paradise” and Albumism proclaims it “the designated infectious party jam”. youtube.com/watch?v=1ZZQuj…