Back in 1982, Michael Jackson took the music industry by storm with the release of his sixth studio album, “Thriller.” The late legend’s 34x-platinum album, NME reports, not only became his highest-selling project but also created an influence that is still heard in today’s music. However, the process of recording “Thriller” was reportedly an uphill battle for Jackson that led to major changes in his artistry.

When mentioning the term “legacy,” the name Michael Jackson most likely follows. Unfortunately, we are only left with his legacy — and what a legacy it was. Throughout his lifetime, Jackson became the undisputed King of Pop. He is one of the best-selling artists of all time, with an estimated 400 million units in sales. He has earned 15 Grammy Awards, a Juno Award, six Brit Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and 39 Guinness World Records, including the “Most Successful Entertainer of All Time.” And he’s also one of the only musicians to ever be inducted into the Rock’n’Roll Hall of Fame twice (once as a member of The Jackson Five, and once as a solo artist). Yet, today, the Michael Jackson estate puts out little, if anything, about one of the greatest musicians of all time. Why? “Given how much has been done in the first decade following Michael’s tragic and untimely passing, it should not be a surprise that there is a natural slowing and spreading out of major releases as the Estate...