Thriller: The Musical Life of Michael Jackson

By Nelson George

Book Overview

From legendary hip-hop and R&B journalist Nelson George, Thriller is the definitive chronicle of the bestselling album of all time. George explores how the album changed the world in 1982, when Michael Jackson was king of the charts, breaking down the color barrier on MTV and heralding in the age of video. This incisive and revealing examination of the making and meaning of Thriller not only illuminates the brilliant creative process and work ethic of Jackson and producer Quincy Jones, but also explores the larger context of the music, life, and seismic impact the King of Pop has had for more than three generations.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0306819686
• ISBN13: 9780306819681
• Release Date: May 2011
• Publisher: Da Capo Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.8" x 5.0"