Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' has reached national treasure status in the USA. The album has been added to the Library of Congress.
An addition to the Library of Congress deems a work be preserved for perpetuity.Jackson's 'Thriller' album was released in 1982 and had seven Top 10 singles.
According to the listing at the Library of Congress, "Michael Jackson's second album with legendary producer Quincy Jones attained stratospheric national and international success. Featuring outstanding performances by Paul McCartney on "The Girl is Mine" and a metallic Eddie Van Halen guitar lead on "Beat It," the album's influence on the record industry and subsequent popular music is immeasurable. The album also includes the strong disco-inflected "Billie Jean" and the compelling title track "Thriller," featuring an eerie voice-over by Vincent Price. Jackson's keen pop sensibilities, performances by a wide range of talented musicians and Quincy Jones' expert production all contributed to making "Thriller" the best-selling all time".
