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Episode Synopsis
The Album That Cemented Michael Jackson as the King of Pop!
In this episode of Album Archives, we dive into Bad by Michael Jackson — the 1987 pop juggernaut that cemented his status as the undisputed King of Pop. Blending pop, funk, rock, and R&B with bold precision, Bad delivered era-defining anthems like “The Way You Make Me Feel,” “Man in the Mirror,” and the explosive title track. Produced by the legendary Quincy Jones, the album pushed Jackson’s creative boundaries while reshaping the landscape of popular music. We unpack the sonic ambition, visual storytelling, and cultural dominance that made Bad a cornerstone of modern pop history.
Listen To the Full Album:
Revisit Bad on vinyl or your favorite platform.
🎧https://open.spotify.com/album/3Us57CjssWnHjTUIXBuIeH
Next Up:
#280 explores Foo Fighters (1995).
Part of the fan-voted Top Albums of All Time Countdown from the Music Rewind Podcast.
Full list: musicrewindpodcast.com/albumarchives
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🎙️ About Album Archives
Get your weekly fix of music history with Album Archives! Host Steve Epley unravels the magic behind the Top 300 Albums of All Time—handpicked by Music Rewind fans. Each bite-sized episode dives deep into an album’s creation, sound, and legacy, delivering vibrant stories that resonate with die-hard fans and curious newcomers alike.
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https://pod.link/1591608428
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📝 Disclaimer:
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#MichaelJackson #Bad #MusicHistory #Albums #Micropodcast #AlbumReview
In this episode of Album Archives, we dive into Bad by Michael Jackson — the 1987 pop juggernaut that cemented his status as the undisputed King of Pop. Blending pop, funk, rock, and R&B with bold precision, Bad delivered era-defining anthems like “The Way You Make Me Feel,” “Man in the Mirror,” and the explosive title track. Produced by the legendary Quincy Jones, the album pushed Jackson’s creative boundaries while reshaping the landscape of popular music. We unpack the sonic ambition, visual storytelling, and cultural dominance that made Bad a cornerstone of modern pop history.
Listen To the Full Album:
Revisit Bad on vinyl or your favorite platform.
🎧https://open.spotify.com/album/3Us57CjssWnHjTUIXBuIeH
Next Up:
#280 explores Foo Fighters (1995).
Part of the fan-voted Top Albums of All Time Countdown from the Music Rewind Podcast.
Full list: musicrewindpodcast.com/albumarchives
Early Access on our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/collection/1583821
🎙️ About Album Archives
Get your weekly fix of music history with Album Archives! Host Steve Epley unravels the magic behind the Top 300 Albums of All Time—handpicked by Music Rewind fans. Each bite-sized episode dives deep into an album’s creation, sound, and legacy, delivering vibrant stories that resonate with die-hard fans and curious newcomers alike.
📱 Connect with Us:
X/Twitter: https://x.com/AlbumArchives
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albumarchivespodcast/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@albumarchivespodcast
💬 Enjoyed this deep dive? Share the episode or leave a review wherever you listen!
🎧 More from Sidereal Media Group
📖 Music Rewind Sessions: The Soundtrack of Our Souls – The companion book to the Music Rewind universe.
Music Rewind Podcast – Fans, musicians, and industry pros talk about their favorite albums.
https://pod.link/1591608428
Cinema Decon Podcast – Deconstructing and overthinking the movies of our younger years.
https://pod.link/1564671835
www.siderealmediagroup.com
🛒 Support the Show
Get 15% off all music apparel, posters, and more at Old Glory with code MUSICREWIND.
https://oldglory.com/discount/MUSICREWIND
📝 Disclaimer:
No ownership of music material. All rights and credit go to the original artists and copyright holders. Fair Use applies under Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Act (1976) for commentary, criticism, and education.
#MichaelJackson #Bad #MusicHistory #Albums #Micropodcast #AlbumReview
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