Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. The time has come for “Thriller” to become a smash all over again. Michael Jackson’s classic single surges every October ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. (FILES) US pop star and entertainer Michael Jackson preforms before an ...

Paul McCartney appeared on a divisive track from Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'. In retrospect ... lasting on the chart for a whopping 659 weeks in total. “The Girl Is Mine” was also a hit.

CBS Records was well aware that there were no black records at all in the pop Top 20 the week they sent the debut single from “Thriller” to radio in October of 1982. Faced with the very real ...

“Billie Jean” is one of Michael Jackson’s most iconic tracks, featured on his album Thriller. The song showcases his storytelling genius, blending a catchy bassline with lyrics that narrate ...