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

With a career that saw him dominate the charts for decades, Michael Jackson's albums are filled with more incredible songs than fill most artist's Greatest Hits albums. Picking the greatest of Michael ...

When it comes to music royalty, Michael Jackson remains an unmatched icon. His albums defined eras, broke records and set new standards in artistry and innovation. Each genre-blending project reflects ...

The sheer scale of Michael Jackson’s fame can sometimes overshadow the music itself. From the moment he danced into America’s hearts as the 11-year-old lead singer of the Jackson 5 on their ...

It takes three performers to cover the breadth and beauty of Michael Jackson's artistry in the musical "MJ." In the May 27 show at the Marcus Performing Arts Center, Bryce A. Holmes was the chipper ...

“MJ: The Musical” is peddling a kind of nostalgia that seems harmless on the surface, but I worry that deep down is actually quite dangerous. I’ll explain what I mean by that in a moment, but ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. As is the case every year, Halloween brings Michael Jackson back to ...