Michael Jackson Xscape -deluxe Edition- 2014 Jun 2026

Written and recorded by Jackson during the Bad sessions in 1985 at Hayvenhurst.

Timbaland and J-Roc turn it into a breezy, soul-infused summer anthem.

The production duo Stargate completely flipped the script. They stripped away the acoustic guitars and built a driving, infectious house-pop groove heavily inspired by the baseline of Jackson's own "Leave Me Alone." The result is an ecstatic, dance-floor-ready anthem. 5. "Slave to the Rhythm" Michael Jackson Xscape -Deluxe Edition- 2014

Following the mixed reception of 2010’s Michael , L.A. Reid sought a different approach for Jackson’s archival material. He gained unlimited access to four decades of vocal outtakes and treasures. Reid’s criteria were strict: the vocals had to be complete, and the songs needed to feel viable for modern radio.

Eight songs reworked by a production team led by Timbaland, including Jerome "J-Roc" Harmon, Rodney Jerkins, Stargate, and John McClain. Written and recorded by Jackson during the Bad

A hard-hitting New Jack Swing track featuring industrial, clanking percussion typical of the early 90s.

A gritty, New Jack Swing track that features the signature industrial clatter and sharp synthesizer lines of early-90s urban pop. 6. "Do You Know Where Your Children Are" They stripped away the acoustic guitars and built

Timbaland added heavy trap drums, dark brass stabs, and a futuristic electronic low-end, turning the track into a menacing, modern cinematic experience. 8. "Xscape"

The CD version includes a fold-out poster featuring exclusive art by Mr. Brainwash. Full Tracklist Song Title Producers (Modern Version) Love Never Felt So Good Jackson, McClain, Tuinfort, Anka Timbaland, J-Roc Loving You Timbaland, J-Roc A Place with No Name Slave to the Rhythm Timbaland, J-Roc Do You Know Where Your Children Are Timbaland, J-Roc Blue Gangsta Timbaland, J-Roc Original Versions (Original demos of tracks 1-8) Love Never Felt So Good (Duet) Jackson, Timberlake, Anka

Prepared by Timbaland and J-Roc, this version transforms into a breezy, mid-tempo soul record with a warm synth pad that feels right at home in a mid-2010s playlist.

: A bonus DVD or video content detailing the making of the album. Key Tracks & Highlights