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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Ok so there are 3 Michael Jackson Greatest Hits collections to have hit shelves in the past few years since his final album Invincible. But which is the best. All 3 are brilliant albums, no doubt there, but here's the lowdown.
Number ones features 18 tracks in chronological order hand picked by MJ himself, it also has the newest MJ single available (2003's One More Chance) on the negative side it includes too many tracks from 1987's Bad album whilst almost ignoring Dangerous which is solely represented by Black & White. Oddly it also includes break of dawn, an album track from Invincible yet omits other well known songs.
Essential is the only one of these albums to feature Jackson 5 and early MJ tracks (again in chronological order, 1969's I want you back to 2001's you rock my world) with 38 tracks on offer this is more for the dedicated fan, not a casual listener.
King of Pop was a celebration of MJ's 50th birthday with 17 tracks chosen by the public, the songs are shuffled which gives it that "variety" and features tracks from all 6 of MJ's Sony albums. There aren't really any "fillers" here, this is probably the best of the three if you're looking for Jackson's better known songs.
Number ones features 18 tracks in chronological order hand picked by MJ himself, it also has the newest MJ single available (2003's One More Chance) on the negative side it includes too many tracks from 1987's Bad album whilst almost ignoring Dangerous which is solely represented by Black & White. Oddly it also includes break of dawn, an album track from Invincible yet omits other well known songs.
Essential is the only one of these albums to feature Jackson 5 and early MJ tracks (again in chronological order, 1969's I want you back to 2001's you rock my world) with 38 tracks on offer this is more for the dedicated fan, not a casual listener.
King of Pop was a celebration of MJ's 50th birthday with 17 tracks chosen by the public, the songs are shuffled which gives it that "variety" and features tracks from all 6 of MJ's Sony albums. There aren't really any "fillers" here, this is probably the best of the three if you're looking for Jackson's better known songs.
62 of 64 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Ok so it's yet another greatest hits album from the King of Pop.
Putting this fact to one side however, the album gains 5 stars for the sheer musical brilliance contained within.
If ever there was a compilation of Jacksons greatest songs: this is it.
For those who want an all-in-one great Michael Jackson CD that they can stick in the car or in the CD player at a party, they've struck gold with King of Pop.
I like to think the younger generation or the Jackson novice will pick this up in music stores and be enlightened by Michaels musical brilliance (and lets face it, it wouldn't be difficult to convert them into fans considering the music that's around currently is tripe in comparison).
I agree with other reviewers aswell when they say that the cover is a disappointment - especially when you compare it to his previous albums (remember what 'Dangerous' looked like!?)
It comes across as a contrived money making scheme on Sonys part - but that doesn't take away the fact that King of Pop really does contain some of Michaels greatest ever hits.
The albumns redeeming and unique factor is that the fans voted for the track listing - making King of Pop a more intimate collaboration between the fans and the artist.
If you're a die hard fan like I am, my advice would be to buy it.
If you're looking for a good Michael Jackson album - my advice would be to buy it!
But do take a look at The essential Michael Jackson too - this is a brilliant collection of songs that one should incorporate into any collection.
Putting this fact to one side however, the album gains 5 stars for the sheer musical brilliance contained within.
If ever there was a compilation of Jacksons greatest songs: this is it.
For those who want an all-in-one great Michael Jackson CD that they can stick in the car or in the CD player at a party, they've struck gold with King of Pop.
I like to think the younger generation or the Jackson novice will pick this up in music stores and be enlightened by Michaels musical brilliance (and lets face it, it wouldn't be difficult to convert them into fans considering the music that's around currently is tripe in comparison).
I agree with other reviewers aswell when they say that the cover is a disappointment - especially when you compare it to his previous albums (remember what 'Dangerous' looked like!?)
It comes across as a contrived money making scheme on Sonys part - but that doesn't take away the fact that King of Pop really does contain some of Michaels greatest ever hits.
The albumns redeeming and unique factor is that the fans voted for the track listing - making King of Pop a more intimate collaboration between the fans and the artist.
If you're a die hard fan like I am, my advice would be to buy it.
If you're looking for a good Michael Jackson album - my advice would be to buy it!
But do take a look at The essential Michael Jackson too - this is a brilliant collection of songs that one should incorporate into any collection.
29 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
The UK Edition as voted for by the British public has the following tracklisting:
1. Billie Jean
2. BAD
3. Smooth Criminal
4. Thriller
5. Black Or White
6. Beat It
7. Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
8. Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough
9. The Way You Make Me Feel
10. Rock With You
11. You Are Not Alone
12. Man In The Mirror
13. Remember The Time
14. Scream
15. You Rock My World
16. They Don't Care About Us
17. Earth Song
There will also be a 3CD deluxe edition released in September, details to be announced.
1. Billie Jean
2. BAD
3. Smooth Criminal
4. Thriller
5. Black Or White
6. Beat It
7. Wanna Be Startin' Somethin'
8. Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough
9. The Way You Make Me Feel
10. Rock With You
11. You Are Not Alone
12. Man In The Mirror
13. Remember The Time
14. Scream
15. You Rock My World
16. They Don't Care About Us
17. Earth Song
There will also be a 3CD deluxe edition released in September, details to be announced.
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Verrrrry Good!
Bought this for dad...has amazing songs, very good price, great condition...what else could you want? No scratches or breaks anywhere and arrived very quickly. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Menwada
King Of Cr*p!
The worst singer in the World... ever!.. had to be Michael Jackson. The gawdawful records he released from the late 70s right through the 80s were instrumental in the dumbing down... Read more
Published 4 months ago by M. Campion
the best of MJ
Very good greatest hits CD, definatly working getting if you want Michael Jacksons Number ones. Really enjoy listening to his music. Arrived really quickly.
Published 7 months ago by B. Reid
Different tracks or Extended tracks...that is the question?
I always wanted to get this album on cd, but was a little disappointed with the selection of tracks on the one cd, unlike 'Essential' Michael Jackson. Read more
Published 16 months ago by K. Cleveley
Simply Amazing
This is a great CD and well worth the money. Some of Michael Jacksosn best songs are here, including my favourites Billie Jean, Rock with you and Man in the mirror. Read more
Published on 29 April 2010 by Jbuy
King Of Pop 1958-2009
This album is by far the best Michael Jackson greatest hits around,includs songs such as, Man In The Mirror,Scream,Earth Song,Billie Jean,Bad,Smooth Criminal,Thriller,Black Or... Read more
Published on 17 Mar 2010 by Terry Marsh
mj no1
What a class act this c.d is everyone in the family is getting enjoyment from this
Published on 25 Nov 2009 by Mr. Graham Wilson
LEGENDARY
Im only 14 and i never very got a change to find out what michael jackson was really like, but when he passed away and his music was everywhere i understood why it was such a big... Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2009 by Alan Gillott
King of Pop
Great compilation of the best of Michael Jackson. What a musical genious. Every single song is mesmerising. Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2009 by J. Haynes
memorable
since purchasing this cd I have played it endlessly, I even took it on holiday with me.
I play it in the car all the time, it is absolutly fantastic cd. Read more
I play it in the car all the time, it is absolutly fantastic cd. Read more
Published on 11 Oct 2009 by J. G. Maynard
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