Michael Jackson Remixes And Rarities -2cd- -2009- Exclusive

Compilations like this often scrape together the edges of the official discography. While the tracklist can vary depending on the specific pressing or region, the essence of a "Rarities" disc is to present the alternate history of the King of Pop.

For the modern listener seeking the experience of this compilation, you can build a playlist of its contents (most tracks have since appeared on official Deluxe Editions or Anniversary sets). However, the specific mastering and crossfades of the 2009 disc—particularly the transition from “Monkey Business” into the “Ghosts” radio edit—remain unique to this release. Michael Jackson Remixes And Rarities -2CD- -2009-

: A 6:30 version of the Thriller opener. Compilations like this often scrape together the edges

For the 2009 listener, hearing these extended mixes was a way to experience the euphoria of the disco era that Jackson helped sustain even as the 80s moved forward. It reinforced the idea that Jackson was not just a singer; he was a rhythmic architect. However, the specific mastering and crossfades of the