On Feb. 26, 1983, Michael Jackson’s Thriller climbed to No. 1 on the U.S. album chart, launching a record-breaking run that transformed pop music, music videos, and global superstardom.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts. October is “Thriller” time all around the world. The smash hit ...

The album spent 37 weeks at No. 1. — -- Thirty-five years ago today, the album that changed the face of pop music forever arrived in stores: Michael Jackson's "Thriller." The album, released Nov.

Michael Jackson's record-breaking pop album Thriller first made its debut on U.S. music charts on this day in 1983. Produced by Quincy Jones, Thriller became a worldwide sensation that catapulted ...