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Thriller (25th Ann. Ltd Ed)

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i thought i was ordering the DVD not the CD. Quincy Jones talking through much of the CD was a minus

Theres no question that this was overhyped. It doesn't matter. It deserves to be. One thing though I would like to say is that, even though this is a perfect album, I find albums like Dangerous, Bad, History and Blood On The Dancefloor to be better.

I do think this was a better follow up to Off The Wall.

Michael Jackson, the biggest selling recording artist in history, proves himself with the biggest selling album in history.

The best tracks are Wanna Be Startin Somethin, Baby Be Mine, Girl Is Mine, Billie Jean, Beat It, Human Nature and PYT!

Songs like Lady In My Life shows that he can sing beautiful ballads. The title song, "thriller" gets annoying so i skip that track often.

Michael Jackson is 100% innocent!

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Thriller [Bonus Tracks] [ORIGINAL RECORDING REMASTERED] [EXTRA TRACKS]~ Michael Jackson is simply put it stupendous with many memorable tracks, i.e., beat it, thriller to name a few. It is the best selling album of all time and when one listens to it one knows quickly why.

60X platinum. Need we say more?

This remastered CD has great sound quality, but the liner notes brag that it includes bonus songs -- however, they are only EXCERPTS of those songs; there is even commentary from Quincy Jones OVER the start of the them! Who wants half a song? I feel ripped off and DON'T think I will be buying his other reissues. This is a horrible lapse in judgment on Jackson's part, but then, what's new? The best thing about the extra tracks is the Vincent Price rap session, which is truly fascinating.

THRILLER became the most successful album in history, selling over 50 million worldwide. And its easy to see why. Michael Jackson is simply good at what he does. The music is irresistible, you can't help but dance or sing along. The music is original, like no other music out there. He paved the way for many artists, and its easy to see why people call him a legend, because he is. THRILLER is one of his shining moments in his career, and it proved to be a huge success for him. The "Thriller" short film became famous for its screenplay and film work, and rightfully so, the choreography was excellent and like nothing else. Other big hits from this album include "Beat It", "Billie Jean", "The Girl Is Mine" (with Paul McCartney), "Wanna Be Startin' Something", and more. This version comes with bonus tracks, demo versions, and a lot of interviews with Quincy Jones and Rod Temperton. This is a must have, if you don't have it or want to revisit the magic, this one's a good one to buy.

"Thriller" is an essential purchase and an undeniably great album full of infectious hooks, deep grooves and a glossy hi-tech sheen that has emerged unscathed from the 1980's into the 21st century (and perhaps beyond). Neither time nor the veil of nostalgia have blunted its impact -- an all-time bestseller, to be sure -- as a crucial flashpoint from which a decade was defined (along with U2's "The Joshua Tree," Madonna's first two albums, Prince's "Purple Rain" LP and David Bowie's "Let's Dance" album).

Putting aside the hype, the tie-in merchandise and all that came afterward for the artist (both personally and professionally), Michael Jackson rolled through the 1980's as a veritable juggernaut of talent. How many Gen. X'ers wore out their footwear trying to imitate his trademark Moonwalk? I'm fairly certain I wasn't the only one.

Have a listen to a few of the songs. That bass line in "Billie Jean?" Delicious! How about that five-note synth loop and Vincent Price's rap in "Thriller" itself? Admit it: you love it, I love it (and so does your Grandma)! The first cut, "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'" flirts with African chants and polyrhythms, earlier used to such great effect by Talking Heads and presages the coming popularity of World Music (and Paul Simon's 1986 "Graceland" LP). To these ears, "Baby Be Mine" sounds best, coming across as an understated, sparkling, danceable standout with a funky virtuoso synth hook and soulful vocal found nowhere else on the record ("Billie Jean" and "P.Y.T." approach it, though).

"Beat It" simply rocks!

The 25th Anniversary edition contains all the videos (how scary was the "Thriller" short film back in the day?) and a delightful Motown TV performance that showcases everything that made Michael Jackson the King of Pop. "Nobody moves like Michael Jackson," said one fan when interviewed back in the '80s. Indeed! The extra tracks are just superfluous honey on an already sweet treat.

Being too young to appreciate "Off the Wall" when it came out (an interesting Disco record but nothing more) and too old by the time "Bad" came 'round (not nearly as funky; too poppy), this always felt like "my" Michael Jackson album. It seems several million others feel the same way.

According to the liner notes, Michael Jackson was justly proud of "Thriller" as both a landmark personal achievement and a historical one. Pick this one up -- it's a classic!

The Thriller album never seems to grow old.The latest edition of this classic album sounds better then ever having been digitally remastered.The newer remixed versions are ok at best(Wanna Be Startin Something with Akon is def worth a listen)but the original 9 songs and new packaging are very much worth the price!

Amazon often just cut and paste the CD info for an LP.

How many LP's come in jewel cases?

and it's safe to say that with downloading now and the decrease of record sales in past years that it will never be equaled. By 1982 Michael Jackson was already an established artist by that point having released the successful "Off The Wall" in 1979, his first "real" solo album without his brothers and having performed for many years with his brothers as the Jackson 5 and later simply the Jacksons. Nothing could prepare him for the super stardom that would hit him with "Thriller". With this album Michael wanted to an album with no fillers and whether or not he planned it he accomplished much more than that.

There are plenty of great songs to be found here just take a look at the track listing; all great songs and nearly all of the album's songs were singles, 7 out of 9 not bad eh? "Wanna Be Startin' Sometin'" is a great opener, the title of this song says it all Michael wanted to start something big and with Thriller he did just that. "Baby be Mine" is a groovy kind of song, very good. "The Girl Is Mine" duet with Paul McCartney is a great collaboration between the two artists. The title track was a monster hit and it seems every Halloween it's all you hear, great song. "Beat It" is one of my personal favorites, a rocking track that features an Eddie Van Halen guitar solo. Then there is of course the unforgettable "Billie Jean", it's hard to believe that producer Quincy Jones initially wanted the long introduction removed. "Human Nature" is another song I really like showcasing a softer side of Michael. "P.Y.T (Pretty Young thing)" and "The Lady In My Life" are not to be forgotten, they're also great songs.

With "Thriller" Michael would not only change the music itself as he pretty much turned by himself the music video from a promotional tool to an art form as has been said. The videos for Thriller, Beat It and Billie Jean are still remembered today and had a tremendous impact. The contribution this album made to music are certainly important, many artists of today have been influenced by him for this album especially.He would never release an album quite like Thriller again, don't get me wrong I love all his albums but this is the kind of a album can usually only happen once in a career. This album is essential, there is no other way of putting its a must have. 5 stars and I would give it much higher if I could. The 25th Anniversary edition is the collector or fan's way to go. It has an unreleased track "For All Time", some remixes by today's artists and a DVD with the videos for Thriller, Beat It and Billie Jean and his legendary Motown 25th anniversary performance.