Michael Jackson - Thriller (Vinyl LP | US Original | 1982)

Michael Jackson – Thriller was released on Epic in November 1982, produced by Quincy Jones, and ranks among the most successful albums in pop history. With "Billie Jean", "Beat It" (guitar solo: Eddie Van Halen), "The Girl Is Mine" (with Paul McCartney) and the title track featuring Vincent Price, it is packed with classics. On offer is the US original pressing in a gatefold sleeve with the original inner sleeve.

Pressing details

• Label / Cat. no.: Epic – QE 38112
• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold
• Pressing: US Original
• Country: USA
• Year: 1982
• Genre: Pop, Soul / Funk
• Inserts: Original inner sleeve with lyrics

Condition

• Condition: Second hand
• Media: VG+
• Cover: VG+

Graded to Goldmine standard (see Vinyl Grading). The images are our own scans of the actual copy for sale.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Wanna Be Startin' Somethin' (6:02)
2. Baby Be Mine (4:20)
3. The Girl Is Mine (3:42)
4. Thriller (5:57)

Side B

1. Beat It (4:17)
2. Billie Jean (4:57)
3. Human Nature (4:05)
4. P.Y.T. (Pretty Young Thing) (3:58)
5. The Lady In My Life (4:57)

Personnel

Michael Jackson (vocals), Paul McCartney (vocals on "The Girl Is Mine"), Eddie Van Halen (guitar on "Beat It"), Vincent Price (voice on "Thriller"). Produced by Quincy Jones, mastered by Bernie Grundman.

FAQ

Is this the original pressing?
Yes, it is a 1982 US edition on Epic, cat. no. QE 38112.

How can I spot an early US pressing?
Early US back covers lack Michael Jackson's co-producer credit on "Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'", "Beat It" and "Billie Jean" – it's worth checking the back cover.

What do Media VG+ / sleeve VG+ mean?
Record and sleeve show light signs of use. See our vinyl grading guide.

Do you have more soul & funk?
Yes – browse our soul & funk collection.