A new companion album tied to the upcoming Michael Jackson biographical film ‘Michael’ will arrive alongside the movie this spring. Sony Music confirmed that “Michael: Songs from the Motion Picture” will be released on April 24 – the same day the film Michael premieres in theaters through Lionsgate and Universal Pictures.
The album features 13 songs spanning Jackson’s career, from his early days with The Jackson 5 to his groundbreaking solo hits. Highlights include fan favorites like “I’ll Be There,” “Never Can Say Goodbye,” “Who’s Lovin’ You,” “I Want You Back,” “ABC,” and “The Love You Save,” alongside iconic solo tracks such as “Don’t Stop ’Til You Get Enough,” “Beat It,” “Thriller,” “Billie Jean,” “Human Nature,” “Ben,” “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’,” “Workin’ Day and Night,” and “Bad.”
The movie Michael centers on the life and career of the legendary performer. According to the official description, “The film tells the story of Michael Jackson’s life beyond the music, tracing his journey from the discovery of his extraordinary talent as the lead of The Jackson 5, to the visionary artist whose creative ambition fueled a relentless pursuit to become the biggest entertainer in the world. Highlighting both his life off-stage and some of the most iconic performances from his early solo career, the film gives audiences a front-row seat to Michael Jackson as never before. This is where his story begins.”
Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by three-time Oscar nominee John Logan, Jackson’s nephew, Jaafar Jackson, is making his feature film debut portraying the King of Pop. The cast also includes Nia Long as Katherine Jackson and Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, with Miles Teller appearing as longtime adviser John Branca. Additional roles are played by Laura Harrier, Kat Graham, Juliano Valdi, and KeiLyn Durrel Jones.
The album will be available for preorder and released across multiple formats, including streaming platforms, CD, cassette, and a two-LP vinyl set offered in black, clear, and other colored editions.
Preorder ‘Michael: Songs From The Motion Picture’ – HERE.
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