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

Five years ago today, the world stood still when it found out that Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, had died. With a career spanning four decades, Jackson is considered one of the, if not the ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) When it comes to collaboration, few artists have mastered the art like Michael Jackson. Throughout his extraordinary career, Jackson didn’t just work with people—he worked through ...

Henry Vaccaro's decades-long legal fight has left him owner of 74 rarely heard songs by Michael Jackson and his family. He might soon sell.

He is one of the greatest entertainers of all time. Now, Michael Jackson’s unique and unparalleled artistry has finally arrived on Broadway in a brand-new musical. Since its Broadway debut in February ...

Michael Jackson wasn’t just an artist. He was the greatest entertainer of all time. From his smooth vocals to jaw-dropping dance moves, theatrical music videos, and unmatched stage presence, Michael ...

Michael Jackson's "Beat It" debuts on both of Billboard's global charts, becoming another hit for the late superstar as "Billie Jean" climbs to never-before-seen peaks. Portrait of American Pop and ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. Michael Jackson’s “Thriller” has become the quintessential ...

As the news of Michael Jackson’s forthcoming biopic continues to take over the social media timelines, many people are using it as an excuse to revisit Jackson’s extensive discography. From his early ...

Many contemporary songwriters toiling in pop, rock, and country would likely argue that the most important facet of a song is the melody. While lyrics are incredibly important in their own right, they ...