General Information Artist: Michael Jackson Title: Thriller Label: Epic Catalog number: EPC 85930 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold, Stereo Year: 1982 Country: Holland (for the European market) Edition: First European Pressing Genre: Pop / Rock / R&B Description Released on November 30, 1982, Thriller is the sixth studio album by Michael Jackson and remains the best-selling album of all time. Produced by Quincy Jones, the album explored a diverse range of genres including pop, post-disco, rock, and funk. It famously produced seven top-ten singles on the Billboard Hot 100. An interesting fact is that the album was recorded with a budget of $750,000, and Jackson wanted every song to be "killer"—a goal he certainly achieved, as the album won a record-breaking eight Grammy Awards in 1984. Condition Vinyl: Presumed MINT (unplayed) Cover: Factory-sealed, never opened. (shrink has tear on mouth side, see pics) Notes for collectors This is a rare opportunity to own a factory-sealed copy of the original 1982 European pressing, manufactured in Holland. This specific version features the "CB 281" price code and the "LC 0199" label code. It includes the original yellow hype sticker on the front, which lists the hits "The Girl Is Mine," "Billie Jean," and "Beat It." Because it remains sealed, the original gatefold interior—featuring the famous photo of Michael with a tiger cub—is untouched and preserved in its original state. Matrix/Labels Label Code: LC 0199 Price Codes: CB 281 / 58 Distribution: Distribué en France par CBS Disques Spine Marking: EPC 85930 MICHAEL JACKSON THRILLER