B13 Peer Review

  The “King Of Pop” Jackson’s first solo effort for Epic,  Off the Wall  (1979), exceeded all expectations and was the best-selling album of the year (it eventually sold more than 20 million copies).  Produced by industry veteran  Quincy Jones ,  Off the Wall  yielded the massive international hit singles “Don’t Stop ’til You Get Enough” and “Rock with You,” both of which showcased Michael’s energetic style and capitalized on the contemporary  disco  dance fad. Three years later he returned with another collaboration with Jones,  Thriller , a tour de force that featured an array of guest stars and elevated him to worldwide superstardom.  Thriller  captured a slew of awards, including a record-setting eight Grammys; remained on the charts for more than two years; and sold more than 40 million copies, long holding the distinction of being the best-selling album in history. The first single on the album, “The Girl Is Mine,” an easygoing duet with  Paul McCartney , went to number one on th