Michael Jackson was born and raised in Gary, Ind. His birthday was Aug. 29, 1958, and his height was 5'9". He died at age 50 on June 25, 2009. The iconic artist first found fame performing with ...

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 ...

On this day in 1987, Michael Jackson topped the charts with ‘Bad,’ a hit that secretly launched one of Hollywood’s biggest ...

When you hear the name Michael Jackson, you instantly think of moonwalks, thrilling vocals, and revolutionary music videos. His solo career is a towering monument in music history. But beyond his ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Hugh McIntyre covers music, with a focus on the global charts.

Thirty-eight years ago today, Michael Jackson topped the Hot 100 with an iconic song that almost featured Prince.

Billboard has ranked Michael Jackson's "Thriller," one of the most beloved Halloween songs, at No. 22 on its list of the ...

Michael Jackson wasn’t just an artist. He was the greatest entertainer of all time. From his smooth vocals to jaw-dropping dance moves, theatrical music videos, and unmatched stage presence, Michael ...

*Michael Jackson’s music continues to resonate with audiences decades after it first debuted. From timeless classics like “I Want You Back” and “Beat It” to the iconic “Thriller” and “Man in the ...

Billboard ranked what they consider the best Halloween songs. All Things Considered staffers have strong opinions about Billboard's take.