i wonder if Temperton, Jones or Michael Jackson were inspired for Thriller, by this Bob James track?

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well, i wonder, if at least..partly inspired, for the 'Thriller' song, since i heard that Quincy was inspired by a Prince track.

 

[Sparkling9Souls]

Ever listen to any of Heatwave's music? Rod Temperton had a very consistent sound, with a lot of tracks sounding like they could either be Thriller or at least a precursor to Thriller. lol So in answer to your question, I doubt it, but this is a nice song you found. Very relaxing, yet funky with that base.

 

[Michael Jackson Moonwalk]

Hey, great track this! Yes, very 'Thriller' at the beginning. Who knows? May have been inspired, it's possible..