On Feb. 26, 1983, Michael Jackson’s Thriller climbed to No. 1 on the U.S. album chart, launching a record-breaking run that transformed pop music, music videos, and global superstardom.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. October is “Thriller” time all around the world. The smash hit ...

Michael Jackson's record-breaking pop album Thriller first made its debut on U.S. music charts on this day in 1983. Produced by Quincy Jones, Thriller became a worldwide sensation that catapulted ...

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 ...

The architect behind Michael Jackson’s “Thriller," Quincy Jones, died Sunday at age 91. And 40 years after that single's release, the record-shattering song continues to have a chokehold on our ...

You probably have never heard of Alfonzo Jones. But if you heard him sing, you'd probably think you were listening to Michael ...

The album spent 37 weeks at No. 1. — -- Thirty-five years ago today, the album that changed the face of pop music forever arrived in stores: Michael Jackson's "Thriller." The album, released Nov.

Michael Jackson reaches a new career peak as his Number Ones compilation climbs to a new high on Billboard's Top Streaming ...

HarbourView Equity Partners has acquired Quincy Jones' catalogue, including his stake in Michael Jackson's 'Thriller,' 'Bad,' and 'Off the Wall.' ...

The 40th anniversary of Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” the best-selling album of all time, is celebrated in a new Showtime documentary, “Thriller 40.” The film marks a rare music milestone: One that ...

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The “King of Pop” has set a record. — -- “Good Morning America” revealed a thrilling announcement about the “King of Pop” this morning. The late Michael Jackson has made history once again. His ...