This 25th Anniversary Edition of Michael Jackson’s landmark album features the remastered original album PLUS a bonus CD of additional material from the BAD sessions and new remixes. It also includes an exclusive booklet of previously unseen photography from the BAD era.

CD1 – The original re-mastered album

CD2 – A CD containing previously unreleased material recorded in Michael’s personal studio at Hayvenhurst. This material includes early demo versions of songs from the album as well as demos for songs not included on the final album. All of this material is being released as it was recorded during the BAD sessions. Nothing has been added or changed. In addition, this CD also includes new remixes from internationally renowned DJ/producers.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.62 x 5.06 x 0.47 inches; 4.8 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Legacy Recordings
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 25525069
Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2012
Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 47 minutes
SPARS Code ‏ : ‎ DDD
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ May 22, 2012
Label ‏ : ‎ Legacy Recordings
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0084I9QFU
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2

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Date First Available ‏ : ‎ August 17, 2016
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01KAP6ADK

Chock full of hits and nicely assembled, this two-CD collection focuses on Michael before he left the Motown cocoon, hooked up with Quincy Jones, and changed the sound of black pop with Off the Wall. Does the relatively safe vibe and the less-than-groundbreaking nature of the music make these songs any less enjoyable or memorable? No way–especially for boomers who grew up with MJ. All the hits are here, from the chirpy smash “Rockin’ Robin” to the yearning “Got to Be There” (check those high notes!) and a handful of J5 tracks (chief among them the impassioned “I’ll Be There”). For fans of R&B and for Michael-maniacs, this is a must. –Amy Linden
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 4.75 x 0.5 inches; 5.18 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Universal
SPARS Code ‏ : ‎ DDD
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 27, 2006
Label ‏ : ‎ Universal
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000001A8C
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Parragon Inc (January 1, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 255 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1407587927
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1407587929
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.65 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 1 x 10.5 inches

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Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.43 x 4.88 x 0.39 inches; 4.16 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Motown
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ April 24, 2010
Label ‏ : ‎ Motown
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B000091D77
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1

The 2CD The Essential Michael Jackson takes you on a journey from budding star, to iconic legend and allows you to immerse yourself in the musical and emotional development of each track defining the story of a global superstar. Michael Jackson needs no introduction, as part of the Jackson 5 he helped make up a remarkable musical family and one of the biggest pop phenomenons of the early 70s. The Jacksons’ infectious brand of funky soul and now iconic stage presence reached out globally and made them and Michael international stars. As the success of the band grew, Michael branched out with his own solo career first launching with “Got to be There” and then “Rockin’ Robin”. The momentum started to grow with the release of more successful singles and, as the hype surrounding the Jackson 5 slowed down towards the late 70s, Michael continued to develop and grow as an artist. With the release of Off the Wall, an immaculately crafted set of funky disco-pop, smooth soul, and lush, sentimental pop ballads, Michael cemented his place as a global star. The 1980s were a career-defining period with his instantly identifiable voice, eye-popping dance moves, stunning musical versatility, and loads of sheer star power Michael Jackson was unstoppable. The 1982 album Thriller became the biggest selling album of all time and combined his musical genius with an exceptional and ahead of its time music video epic. Bad (1987) was released with enormous public anticipation and spawned another succession of hit singles with “The Way You Make Me Feel” and “Man in the Mirror.”
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.56 x 4.93 x 0.38 inches; 3.84 Ounces
Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Legacy Recordings
Item model number ‏ : ‎ 2193148
Original Release Date ‏ : ‎ 2005
Run time ‏ : ‎ 2 hours and 38 minutes
Date First Available ‏ : ‎ July 26, 2006
Label ‏ : ‎ Legacy Recordings
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0009XNUK0
Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2