The Jacksons: Triumph

I was very surprised to learn recently that Heartbreak Hotel only made it to No. 22 in the US and No. 44 in the UK at the time. Can You Feel it did better in the UK (No. 6.) but worse in the US (No. 77). Unbelievable! They deserved so much better! Maybe it had to do with the anti-disco backlash of the late '70s, early '80s, even though these songs are not really disco. However that anti-disco sentiment affected rhythm-driven black music in general. Whatever the reason was then, these songs are now classics and still a joy to listen to. Heartbreak Hotel (This Place Hotel) is often cited as a prelude to Billie Jean and given the dark, paranoid, menacing tone of it one can understand that. But also because it's a song that showcases Michael Jackson's brilliance as a composer. In the year 2012 I just cannot stop playing this song over and over again... Right now it's at the top of my favorite songs list. Can You Feel was written by Michael and Jackie Jackson and is a very inspiring anthem. If Heartbreak Hotel is a prelude to Billie Jean then this song is a prelude to all the songs that Michael later wrote about making the world a better place and uniting people instead of making war. But this one is an uptempo song, not a ballad. Its infectious and triumphant beat and horns were sampled numerous times since then, which alone shows that is a lot more worthy song than what its chart position showed and that it's a classic. The video, which was based on Michael's idea, was selected among MTV's best 100 videos of all times in 2001. It just shows how ahead of its time it was in 1980, when most videos were still very boring and non-creative. I also love Time Waits for No One with Michael's great vocals and Walk Right Now which makes you wanna dance.

Great songs.

Can You Feel It is a joyful song on this CD and so is Heartbreak Hotel. It one of the greatest albums by The Jacksons next best album before Michael Jackson's Thriller album. It is definitely a must have, good luck finding it at any store that sells records and CDS new and used.

man this is outstanding i remember when i first got it i was about 11 years old i didint know how to take care of it thats why i rebought it the songs on there will over shadow anything comes out (michael jacksonRIP ) his vocals are on point the lyrics are very understanding this will inspire you to create your own songs now i liked destiny but i think 10 stars will prove this album better as i was playing this cd i was reading the lyrics and singing along in my head.... 1 can you feel it is such a great song upbeat i love it michael and jackie wrote it ...... 2 lovely one great bass line and drums and guitars and horns are so funky michael and randy wrote it.... 3 your ways is out of this world the rhythm is on point michael digs deep in his vocals it makes you say this guy knew what he wanted to do with those lyrics even tho jackie jackson wrote it........ 4 everybody is such a unsung jacksons song i can picture mike moon walking during the break down of the song the bass and drums and vocals are great i have to say its one of my favorite michael tito and there bass player on tour mike mickenny wrote it........ 5 this place hotel aka heartbreak hotel the lyrics are spooky sound effects are great mike put his heart in to it i think he wanted to create something like a scary movie from my understanding he wrote it by him self and aranged it thats why its funky as hell....... 6 now things slow down a bit with a heartfelt ballad time waits for no one mike sounds so heavenly like you will feel the lyrics deep and his voice just take over everything this man had a gift when i first heard it it sent chils up and down my spine it was written by Jackie and Randy..........7 walk right now is a hard hitting beat sings about his lady about dont turn around walk right now and love else this is written by michael and jackie also randy ok..........8 things heats up when michael sings Give it up with marlon on vocals the drums bass strings guitar is on que it has a pretty good damn ending i must say its a shocker another of my favorites a must hear it was written michael and randy ........9 ok so ending has jackie jackson singing wondering who his first lead on the album but michael butts in with love has gone hee hee hee i have to say its great please buy it you will enjoy this since i got it everymorning i get up i play the cd in headphones lol if i can give it a 10 stars i really would #enjoy

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TRIUMPH is the least Jackson-esque record they ever recorded together. Just a look at the cover, with its simple black and white picture of the guys, all donning sweaters. The cover is reminiscent of their THIRD ALBUM ten years before, with their faces all crowded together (only in color). The reason this record is different is largely the arrangements. Having collaborated with several outside musicians and arrangers, notably members of 80s rock act Toto, the Jackson sound is more funk-Y and not funk-AY. Polished, smooth, very synthesized for the first time. 1980 saw the same thing happen musically to Stevie Wonder on his HOTTER THAN JULY; a very polished, slick album, seemingly more mainstream by intent. This is true here also. "Can you feel It" fits the Jacksons' musical theme of power anthems of love and peace across all people. Aside from that, several tracks ooze distrust and fear in relationships ("Wondering Who," "Walk Right Now," "Time Waits for No one," "This Place Hotel," "Your Ways"). Though "Walk Right Now" flopped as a single, it's an energetic and catchy romp. "Can You Feel It" also did poorly as a single, though its influence lives on as a highly-sampled song to this day. "This Place Hotel" and "Lovely One" were the Top 40 hits from the album, though not nearly as popular as some of their previous "Destiny" or future "Victory" hits. Unlike Destiny, however, this album was their most unified group effort in terms of songwriting, producing, and singing. At times too glamorous, but overall a stand-out, unique Jackson experience.

Wonderful addition to my private library.

great cd.

Re-edición de uno de los ultimos trabajos de The Jacksons aún con Michael Jackson, grabación impecable con muy buenos temas que nos demuestarn los grandes que eran como grupo, grandes armonias, temas bailables y mejores baladas, en esta edición se añaden algunos bonus tracks que le dan valor añadido. Totalmente recomendable.

The Jackson 5 without Jermaine Jackson, Randy Jackson stepping in, in his place, and doing a fine job, this was the Jackson's at their peak with Micheal Jackson at the top of the world other than their Destiny Album this was the best and equally a master piece they done,followed by The Jackson's and Going Places which came before these two Albums on Epic which are also good Albums. Victory however was like all the brothers getting together The Jackson 6 lol, maybe I will listen to it again before I make my judgement. Of course their Live Album was brilliant same they never done a released DVD of that moment in time. Also 2300 Jackson Street without Micheal's full input, well its not the same is it,

アナログと、同じジャケットなのたで、貴重なC D ですねー。デジタルを１枚コレクションするので、購入しました。

Que des titres ! 1 ans après off the wall , cette album est bourré de succès, can you feel it, this place hôtel, Michael nous offre avec ses frères un album Culte ! A découvrir où re-découvrir ! A posséder !

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