| Michael Jackson | Primary Artist, Synthesizer, Percussion, Strings, Keyboards, Vocals, Background Vocals, Hand Clapping, Finger Snapping, Soloist, Clapping Sticks |
| James Ingram | Background Vocals |
| Mick Jagger | Vocals |
| Paul McCartney | Background Vocals, Soloist |
| Billy Preston | Organ |
| Steve Stevens | Guitar, Soloist |
| Larry Carlton | Guitar |
| George Duke | Synthesizer |
| Bruce Dukov | Strings |
| La Toya Jackson | screams |
| Bryan Loren | Drums |
| Jim Keltner | Drum Loop |
| Michael Sembello | Guitar |
| Vincent Price | Rap |
| Sekou Bunch | Bass |
| The Notorious B.I.G. | Rap |
| Airiq Anest | Percussion |
| Robert Becker | Strings |
| Michael Boddicker | Synthesizer, Keyboards |
| Bill Bottrell | Synthesizer, Bass, Guitar, Percussion, Drums, Keyboards |
| Ollie E. Brown | Drums |
| Brad Buxer | Synthesizer, Strings, Keyboards, Musical Direction |
| Oscar Castro-Neves | Guitar |
| Lenny Castro | Conga, Drum Loop |
| Paulinho Da Costa | Percussion |
| Joel Derouin | Strings |
| Frank DiLeo | Breathing |
| Berj Garabedian | Strings |
| Jim Gilstrap | Background Vocals |
| Endre Granat | Strings |
| Rayford Griffin | Percussion, Drums |
| Linda Harmon | Soprano (Vocal) |
| Richard Heath | Percussion |
| Marlo Henderson | Guitar |
| Jim Horn | Saxophone |
| Paul Jackson Jr. | Guitar |
| Randy Jackson | Percussion |
| Tito Jackson | Guitar |
| Mortonette Jenkins | Background Vocals |
| Augie Johnson | Background Vocals |
| Louis Johnson | Bass |
| L.T.B. | Rap |
| Becky Lopez | Background Vocals |
| Steve Lukather | Guitar |
| Paulette McWilliams | Background Vocals |
| David Paich | Synthesizer, Bass, Keyboards |
| Greg Phillinganes | Synthesizer, Piano, Keyboards, Electric Piano, Wurlitzer |
| Steve Porcaro | Synthesizer, Keyboards |
| Karie Prescott | Strings |
| Michele Richards | Strings |
| Teddy Riley | Synthesizer, Keyboards |
| Julia Tillman Waters | Background Vocals |
| Seawind Horns | Horn |
| Slash | Guitar |
| Eve Sprecher | Strings |
| Stephanie Spruill | Background Vocals |
| Gerald Vinci | Concert Master |
| Maxine Willard Waters | Background Vocals |
| Oren Waters | Background Vocals |
| Zedric Williams | Background Vocals |
| David "Hawk" Wolinski | Electric Piano |
| Ken Yerke | Strings |
| Brandy | Background Vocals |
| Suzie Katayama | Strings |
| Walter Afanasieff | Keyboards |
| The Jacksons | Percussion, Background Vocals |
| Jai Winding | Keyboards |
| Jeff Kievit | Trumpet |
| Nathan Watts | Bass |
| Thicke | Background Vocals |
| David E. Williams | Guitar |
| Heavy D | Rap |
| John "4 Daddman" Robinson | Drums |
| Marsha Ambrosius | Background Vocals |
| Matt Cappy | Horn |
| Bobby Ray Watson | Bass |
| Norman Jeffrey Bradshaw | Horn |
| Ed Green | Drums |
| Gerald Hayword | Drums |
| Benny Hull | Background Vocals |
| Niel Jason | Bass |
| Gayle Kevvant | Harp |
| Jonathan Moxie | Synthesizer |
| Mona Newman | Strings |
| Tom Langford Scoble | Guitar |
| John Barnes | Keyboards |
| Matthew Funes | Strings |
| Ralph Morrison III | Strings |
| Babyface | Producer |
| Siedah Garrett | Composer, Duet |
| James Ingram | Arranger, Composer |
| Michael Jackson | Arranger, Composer, Programming, Producer, Executive Producer, Vocal Arrangements, Horn Arrangements, String Arrangements, drum programming, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements, Harp Arrangement, Instrumentation, Percussion Arrangement, Introduction, Duet |
| Lionel Richie | Composer |
| Betty Wright | Choir Arrangement |
| Quincy Jones | Arranger, Composer, Producer, Vocal Arrangements, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| Jeremy Lubbock | String Arrangements, String Conductor |
| René Moore | Arranger, Composer |
| David Foster | Producer, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| Bruce Dukov | String Contractor |
| Randy Hansen | Composer |
| T-Boy Ross | Composer |
| Brothers in Rhythm | Remixing |
| R. Kelly | Composer, Producer |
| Andraé Crouch | Vocal Arrangements |
| Airiq Anest | Percussion Programming |
| Tom Bahler | Arranger, Composer, Producer |
| Glen Ballard | Composer, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| Bernard Belle | Composer |
| Alan Bergman | Composer |
| Marilyn Bergman | Composer |
| John Bettis | Composer |
| Michael Boddicker | Programming |
| Bill Bottrell | Composer, Programming, Producer, Engineer |
| Bobby Brooks | Engineer |
| Rick Butz | Engineer |
| Brad Buxer | Programming, Engineer, String Arrangements, drum programming, keyboard arrangements, Harp Arrangement |
| James Anthony Carmichael | Arranger |
| David Daoud Coleman | Art Direction, Packaging |
| Bobby Colomby | Executive Producer |
| Christopher Currell | rhythm arrangement |
| Hal Davis | Composer, Producer |
| Eddie DeLena | Engineer |
| Matt Forger | Engineer |
| Kenny Gamble | Composer, Producer |
| Kevin Gilbert | Engineer |
| Brad Gilderman | Engineer |
| David Gleeson | Engineer |
| Berry Gordy Jr. | Composer, Executive Producer |
| Peter Granet | Engineer |
| Bernie Grundman | Mastering |
| Mick Guzauski | Engineer |
| Jerry Hey | Arranger, Horn Arrangements, String Arrangements, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements, String Conductor |
| Jean-Marie Horvat | Engineer |
| Leon Huff | Composer, Producer |
| Willie Hutch | Composer |
| Randy Jackson | Composer |
| Craig Johnson | Engineer |
| Julie Last | Engineer |
| David M. | Composer |
| Johnny Mandel | String Arrangements |
| Marty Paich | Orchestral Arrangements |
| George Mayers | Engineer |
| Alphonso Mizell | Composer |
| Don Murray | Engineer |
| David Paich | rhythm arrangement, keyboard arrangements, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| Dean Parks | Composer |
| Freddie Perren | Composer |
| Tom Perry | Engineer |
| Greg Phillinganes | Composer, Producer, rhythm arrangement |
| Steve Porcaro | Composer |
| Micha Prince | Engineer, Digital Editing |
| Deke Richards | Composer |
| Teddy Riley | Arranger, Composer, Producer, drum programming, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| Walter Scharf | Composer |
| Dave Seaman | Remixing |
| Keith Seppanen | Engineer |
| Slash | Introduction |
| Robert Smith | Composer |
| Barton Stevens | Engineer |
| Bruce Swedien | Arranger, Composer, Producer, Engineer |
| Joe Tarsia | Engineer |
| Rod Temperton | Composer, Vocal Arrangements, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| Tom Tom 84 | Arranger, Horn Arrangements, String Arrangements |
| Elliot Willensky | Composer |
| Arthur Wright | Arranger |
| Nelson George | Liner Notes |
| Rodney Jerkins | Composer, Producer, Engineer, Instrumentation |
| Kevin Newman | Cover Illustration |
| Rail Jon Rogut | Engineer |
| Leon Ware | Composer |
| Charlie Smalls | Composer |
| Suzie Katayama | String Conductor |
| Gene Corso | Sound Effects |
| Walter Afanasieff | Arranger, Composer, Programming, Producer |
| The Jacksons | Producer, Vocal Arrangements |
| Nancy Donald | Art Direction, Packaging |
| Donald Black | Composer |
| Brent Averill | Engineer |
| Bruce Wildstein | Engineer |
| Dexter Simmons | Engineer |
| John Chamberlin | Engineer |
| Paul J. Falcone | Engineer |
| Stuart Brawley | Engineer, Digital Editing |
| Brad Sundberg | Engineer |
| Nick Thomas | Engineer |
| Chris Tucker | Introduction |
| Paul Foley | Digital Editing |
| Andre Harris | Composer, Producer, Engineer, Instrumentation |
| Fred Jenkins III | Composer |
| Pro-Jay | Engineer |
| Harvey Mason Jr. | Digital Editing |
| Thicke | Composer, Producer, Engineer |
| Nora Payne | Composer |
| LaShawn Daniels | Composer |
| Don Fletcher | Composer |
| Dave Way | Engineer |
| Bobby Martin | Arranger |
| The Corporation | Arranger, Composer, Producer |
| Chris Ribando | Engineer |
| Buz Kohan | Composer |
| Elizabeth Taylor | Author |
| Fred "Uncle Freddie" Jerkins III | Composer |
| Ben Wright | String Arrangements |
| John Hanes | Digital Editing |
| Marsha Ambrosius | Composer |
| Terry Doty | Contracting |
| Oscar Contreras | Engineer |
| Mike Atkinson | Executive Producer |
| Nick Hon | Engineer |
| Mike Riccio | Engineer |
| Reddy Riley | Engineer |
| Joey Wilcots | Assistant Photographer |
| Bob West | Arranger, Composer |
| Matt Carpenter | Digital Programming |
| John Barnes | Composer, Vocal Arrangements, String Arrangements, drum programming, rhythm arrangement, Synthesizer Arrangements |
| George Del Barrio | String Arrangements, Orchestral Arrangements |
| Steve Anderson | Remixing |
Anonymous
Posted October 1, 2010
This is definitely the ultimate collection of MJ!! It has all of his greatest hits including new ones like "We've Had Enough" and "Scared of the Moon". Scared of the Moon is a really good song. It was slow but beautiful. He even put in demo versions of P.Y.T. and Sunset Driver plus more! It even has a DVD of MJ in concert in Romania. I recommened everyone to buy this collection. Trust me....IT IS AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!
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Posted October 1, 2010
There is not much to say that hasn't been said here and throughout other reviews... Michael Jackson is the most phenominal entertainer of our time! His songs will always be with us because they are timeless classics! Michael Jackson's real gift is that he can appeal to almost everyone! This five cd set is a real find, whether you are young or just young at heart, you will find something for yourself here. Although I must agree that if you are a fan already you will have most of these songs, but there are added pieces here that shouldn't be missed! I myself am a big fan of demos... because I like to see how an artist develops their work. Moreover, you have all the hits here in one collection! When going through a collection as accomplished as this one, it is hard to have one favorite song, but I have to say "Scared of the Moon" is my new favorite! A truly beautiful song! I encourage everyone to purchase this collection of songs, because it absolutely is the Ultimate Collection!!!!!
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Posted October 1, 2010
This is by far Michael's best (and only) CD + DVD package. With 4 CD's and 1 DVD, it's a huge package. But don't worry, you'll get more than your money's worth! There's a bunch of new unreleased songs, plus 1 really great new song called "We've Had Enough". Then you get an amazing new DVD of Michael performing live in concert at the 1992 "Dangerous" Tour in Bucharest, Romania. It's so amazing! He performs all his best songs at the time:"Thriller", "Black Or White", "Beat It", "Rock With You", "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough", "Bad", "The Way You Make Me Feel", "Man In The Mirror", and more! This would be a really great present for any family members who are Michael Jackson fans **hint hint** ""wink wink"".
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Posted October 1, 2010
Hey everbody, you've got to buy this box set. Not only does it have previously unreleased material, but it has 3 new songs Michael recorded just this year 2004, one of them being a duet with Janet Jackson called "We've Had Enough". Plus it has a live DVD from the "Dangerous" Tour and a 64-page booklet including an essay from Nelson George and tons of pictures of Michael Jackson and stuff from his archives. You've got to buy this-it's got everything!!!!!
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Posted October 1, 2010
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I am a 46 year old female who has loved Michael Jackson all of my life!
The word "ICON" does not do Michael Jackson justice! MJ is and will always be remembered and loved for his compassion, love of life, love of the earth and nature, and his INNOCENT love of children and human kind!!!
The UNIVERSE has lost a GREAT soul and TRUE ONE OF A KIND HUMAN BEING!!!
When I first saw this ULTIMATE COLLECTION (and believe me it is!) I just had to have it! If you buy no other boxed collection - THIS IS THE ONE TO HAVE! There are 4 cd's, & 1 DVD of Michael's DANGEROUS TOUR! - that alone is worth it to have a keepsake and to see Michael in concert is unbelieveable!!!! First of all, when you get this - once you open it (it's a tri-fold heavy duty binding (like a photo album), you see 2 cd's - then you open up the other section & you see the booklet in the center with MJ's Moonwalk pose - with his glove, black sequin jacket & fedora - behind the booklet is cd 3 - to the right is the cd4 & 1 DVD)! I am pleasantly pleased! I tell you, I would've EXPECTED to pay MORE money for such an awesome collection!
The cd's have most of MJ's greatest hits, plus some Jackson 5 hits, never before heard demos of songs....I got chills just hearing Michael sing all of the fans favorites! This would be a wonderful Christmas present for anyone! That's why I bought this, as a present to myself! I bought this about mid-September after Michael's untimely passing....this even has a 50 page booklet with a timeline of Michael's life, music accomplishments with dates and pictures! I smiled, cried, and was in awe as I watched him onstage (in the DVD)!
I hope that my review has helped you to decide TO BUY THIS NOW!!!
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.I loved Michael Jackson; I mean who doesn't, but this Ultimate Collection was what I expected and more. I got demo songs that I'd never even heard; my kids loved watching him on stage. His performance was moving and awe inspiring. If you love his music and loved to warch him perform then this collection is for you. Can't wait to see the "This Is It" movie and I know everyone will be preordering their copies once it's released!! EXCELLENT!!
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Posted October 1, 2010
I enjoyed the collection, especially bonus tracks and concert. For seasoned MJ fans it may not fill the void but it is a great introduction for new fans.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.once i received Michael Jackson Ultimate Collection i couldnt wait to play it. now i have trouble stopping. i know every song that is enclosed in this collection. everything from "I Want You Back" (1969) when he was with his brothers as The Jackson 5 to the last song "We've Had Enough". along with the DVD its a total 4 hrs 22 mns of music from the King Of Pop. enclosed are over 50 songs & 8 unreleased demos which later end up being known (the demos sound totally different from those that ones more familiar with). when my brother saw my collection he began askin me info as to where did i get it from & the price. i had trouble getting the booklet that comes with this outta his hands. the 5th disc (dvd) is 16 songs of his live concert in buchacrest while on his dangerous tour. this is defintely 1 set that is truly a collection & worth adding to those of michael u may already have.
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Posted October 1, 2010
This is the best CD set I have ever purchased. You will truely get the best of Michael Jackson with his music and long time career. The concert shown on the DVD is amazing. I just wish I was in that crowd of thousands of people to see him perform. AMAZING man and performer. After watching the DVD I felt I was actually at the concert watching Michael Perform. This is a must cd/dvd set for anyone! I enjoyed it!
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.This CD/DVD collection being called the "Ultimate Collection" is perfect. This 4 CD and 1 DVD package is something that everyone should own that likes any Michael Jackson songs. The fact that there are some songs on here that have never been released and you have the performance from Bucharest. This is just a really good collection to have.
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Posted October 1, 2010
I really liked 3 of the 4 CDs included in this set and the 5th is an actual DVD of a Michael Jackson concert that is two hours long which is great. With this box set, you the best of both worlds, him in music and in concert. One of the 4 CDs had songs that I had never heard before so I could not identify with them as much as the MJ hits that I knew growing up with him. This was well worth the money to have a collection of so many MJ hits. I listen to this almost every day on my way to work. and it gets my day off to a great start.
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Posted October 1, 2010
It's great to have the first four discs but the DVD is of the Bucharest Concert which I already bought separately. B & N, you need to say that in your notes, especially since my reason for buying this particular item was for the live concert DVD. You neglected to say WHICH live concert it was. So, if anyone else wants to buy this for the concert, don't. Look up the Bucharest Concert and you can buy that DVD alone.
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Posted October 1, 2010
Although I have most of the tracks aready on various MJ original albums and complilations, this is by far the most useful and comprehensive compilation and as such is a 'must have' for fans. The Jackson 5/Jacksons tracks, the extensive bonus tracks and the exceptional 'Live in Bucharest' video, make this the best value MJ product I own. I loved every minute of it - you follow the progression from child star to 70s disco kings to 100% musical icon, with nothing missing (in my opinion) - except the sad knowledge that there will be no more new music.... Love you, MJ - RIP!
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Posted October 1, 2010
Michael Jackson is and will always be my favorite artist.
He is the King of Pop and the greatest entertainer that has ever lived.
You will enjoy every bit of this. I suggest that you buy it and enjoy.
His music and dance style is timelist.
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Posted October 1, 2010
Even if you are not a Michael Jackson die hard fan, this collection is great. If you can appreciate good music, I recommend it.
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Posted October 1, 2010
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The Ultimate Collection is a great thing to buy, especially if you're a MJ fan. Great songs, excellent demos. Michael Jackson never lets you down when he makes his creations. I listen to the collection 24/7 non-stop on my phone. Love it so much. R.I.P. MJ thank you for all the music and perfomance you have brought to the world. Always Channell
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Posted October 1, 2010
This is really a must for any MJ fan. I'm always searching for rare and unheard music and items of MJ. There is so much this has to offer. The best is the rare music that can be found in no other album. It's packaged well and the quality is great. You won't be disappointed.
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Posted October 1, 2010
I was so sad about michael's passing,but I felt so much better hearing and seeing him on this cd/dvd set.It had enough of his music on it to fulfill me in mourning of him. I thoroughly enjoyed it.
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Posted October 1, 2010
If you are a fan this is a great collection to remember his music and his life. I remember the oldies from my childhood.
If you are not a fan this is still a great historical record of a music icon. He was a person of great musical ability who over came tremendous challenges in his life to become note worthy.
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Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.This collection is great!!! My favorite disc is #2, with all my favorites, "Thriller" included. Great Buy
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Editorial Reviews
Barnes & Noble - Tracy E. Hopkins
Michael Jackson was hailed as the King of Pop long before he became infamous for his peculiar, headline-grabbing antics. Fortunately, this five-disc retrospective box set -- spanning 1969 to 2004 -- returns the spotlight to Jackson's triumphs as an artist. Disc 1 chronicles the Gloved One's not-so-humble beginnings as the young-yet-dynamic lead singer for the Jackson 5 with a string of four No. 1 pop and R&B singles "I Want You Back," "ABC," "I'll Be There," and "Got to Be There", which appear alongside disco-era Jackson 5 hits "Dancing Machine," "Enjoy Yourself". Disc 1 also includes MJ songs from the films The Wiz and Ben, as well as career-defining solo ...