Media Grading: NM Sleeve Grading: VG+ Close to NM

Notes

Recorded and mixed at Westlake Audio Studios, Los Angeles, California.

Includes inner sleeve with lyrics.

(P)&(C)1987 MJJ Productions Inc.

Michael Jackson ‎– Bad

Label: Epic ‎– 450290 1 Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Gatefold
Country: Australia Released: 1987 Genre: Electronic, Pop Style: Synth-pop, Disco

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Tracklist

Position Title/Credits Duration A1 Bad Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhythm] – Christopher Currell, Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonDrum Programming – Douglas GetschalDrums – John Robinson (2)Guitar – David Williams (4)Organ [Hammond B3 Midi Solo] – Jimmy SmithPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSaxophone – Kim Hutchcroft, Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, John Barnes, Michael BoddickerSynthesizer [Solo] – Greg PhillinganesSynthesizer [Synclavier], Keyboards – Christopher CurrellTrumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyVocals – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:06 A2 The Way You Make Me Feel Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhythm] – Michael JacksonDrum Programming – Douglas GetschalDrums – John Robinson (2)Guitar – David Williams (4), Eric GalePercussion – Ollie E. Brown*, Paulinho Da CostaProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Larry WilliamsSaxophone – Kim Hutchcroft, Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, John Barnes, Michael BoddickerSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Christopher CurrellTrumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyVocals – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:58 A3 Speed Demon Arranged By [Rhythm] – Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By [Synthesizer And Horns] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonDrum Programming – Douglas GetschalDrums – John Robinson (2), Miko Brando, Ollie E. Brown*Guitar – Bill Bottrell, David Williams (4)Percussion – Paulinho Da CostaProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Eric PersingSaxophone – Kim HutchcroftSaxophone [Midi Solo] – Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, John Barnes, Michael BoddickerSynthesizer [Synclavier], Effects – Christopher CurrellTrumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyVocals – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:01 A4 Liberian Girl Arranged By [Rhythm] – John Barnes, Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By [Swahili Chant] – Caiphus SemenyaArranged By [Synthesizer] – Jerry Hey, John Barnes, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – John Barnes, Michael JacksonDrum Programming – Douglas GetschalDrums – John Robinson (2)Percussion – Paulinho Da CostaProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Steve PorcaroSynthesizer – David Paich, John Barnes, Larry Williams, Michael BoddickerSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Christopher CurrellVocals – Michael JacksonVocals [Swahili Chant] – Letta MbuluWritten-By – Michael Jackson 3:52 A5 Just Good Friends Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhythm] – Graham Lyle, Quincy Jones, Terry BrittenDrum Programming – Cornelius MimsDrums – Bruce Swedien, Humberto Gatica, Ollie E. Brown*Guitar – Michael LandauPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaSaxophone – Kim Hutchcroft, Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – Greg Phillinganes, Larry Williams, Michael Boddicker, Rhett LawrenceSynthesizer [Solo] – Stevie WonderSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Christopher CurrellTrumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyVocals – Michael Jackson, Stevie WonderWritten-By – Graham Lyle, Terry Britten 4:05 B1 Another Part Of Me Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhythm] – John Barnes, Michael JacksonGuitar – David Williams (4), Paul Jackson, Jr.*Saxophone – Kim Hutchcroft, Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – John Barnes, Rhett LawrenceSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Christopher CurrellTrumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyVocals – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Michael Jackson 3:53 B2 Man In The Mirror Arranged By [Rhythm] – Glen Ballard, Quincy JonesArranged By [Synthesizer] – Glen Ballard, Jerry Hey, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – Andrea Crouch*Backing Vocals – Siedah Garrett, The Andrea Crouch Choir*, The WinansGuitar – Dann HuffHandclaps [Clap] – Ollie E. Brown*Keyboards – Greg PhillinganesSynthesizer – Glen Ballard, Randy KerberVocals – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Glen Ballard, Siedah Garrett 5:18 B3 I Just Can't Stop Loving You Arranged By [Rhythm] – Quincy JonesArranged By [Synthesizer] – David Paich, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – John Barnes, Michael JacksonBass – Nathan EastDrums – Ndugu Chancler*Effects [Holophonics] – Hugo ZuccarelliGuitar – Dann HuffPercussion – Paulinho Da CostaPiano – John BarnesProgrammed By [Synthesizer] – Steve PorcaroSynthesizer – Christopher Currell, David Paich, Greg PhillinganesVocals – Michael Jackson, Siedah GarrettWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:23 B4 Dirty Diana Arranged By [Rhythm] – Jerry Hey, John Barnes, Michael JacksonArranged By [Strings] – John BarnesArranged By [Synthesizer] – John Barnes, Michael Jackson, Quincy JonesArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonDrum Programming – Douglas GetschalDrums – John Robinson (2)Guitar – David Williams (4), Paul Jackson, Jr.*Guitar [Solo] – Steve StevensSynthesizer – John Barnes, Michael Boddicker, Randy WaldmanSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Christopher CurrellVocals – Michael JacksonWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:52 B5 Smooth Criminal Arranged By [Horns] – Jerry HeyArranged By [Rhythm] – John Barnes, Michael JacksonArranged By [Vocals] – Michael JacksonDrums – Bill Bottrell, Bruce Swedien, John Robinson (2)Effects [Creaking And Heavy Breathing] – Frank DileoEffects [Holophonics] – Hugo ZuccarelliGuitar – David Williams (4)Piano [Muted Steinway] – Kevin Maloney (4)Recorded By [Michael Jackson's Heartbeat] – Eric ChevlenSaxophone – Kim Hutchcroft, Larry WilliamsSynthesizer – John Barnes, Michael BoddickerSynthesizer [Synclavier] – Christopher CurrellTrumpet – Gary Grant, Jerry HeyVocals – Michael JacksonVoice [Chief Of Police Announcement] – Bruce SwedienWritten-By – Michael Jackson 4:16

Companies, etc.

• Recorded At – Westlake Audio
• Mixed At – Westlake Audio
• Lacquer Cut At – CBS Records, Artarmon – MX218007
• Lacquer Cut At – CBS Records, Artarmon – MX218008
• Pressed By – CBS Records, Artarmon
• Phonographic Copyright (p) – MJJ Productions Inc.
• Copyright (c) – MJJ Productions Inc.
• Produced For – Quincy Jones Productions
• Produced For – MJJ Productions
• Published By – Warner Bros.
• Published By – Rondor
• Published By – MCA Music

Credits

• Art Direction – Tony Lane / Nancy Donald*
• Co-producer – Michael Jackson
• Coordinator – Jolie Levine
• Engineer – Humberto Gatica
• Engineer [Assistant] – Brad Sundberg, Claudio Ordenes, Debbie Johnson (2), Laura Livingston
• Lacquer Cut By [Runout Etching Δ] – Tony Taurins
• Mastered By – Bernie Grundman
• Photography By [Back Cover] – Greg Gorman
• Photography By [Front Cover] – Sam Emerson
• Photography By [Inside Spread] – Matthew Rolston
• Producer – Quincy Jones
• Recorded By [Additional] – Bill Bottrell, Brian Malouf, Claudio Ordenes, Craig Johnson, Gary Olazabal, Matt Forger
• Recorded By, Mixed By – Bruce Swedien
• Typography ["bad" Lettering] – Jeffrey Spear

Barcode and Other Identifiers

• Barcode: 5099745029013
• Matrix / Runout (Label side A): MX218007
• Matrix / Runout (Label side B): MX218008
• Matrix / Runout (Side A runout etched): Δ MX 218007·B 450290-1 SI.
• Matrix / Runout (Side B runout etched): Δ XMX 218008·B 450290-2

The Goldmine Standard for grading is used for my vinyl listings:

 

Mint (M)

 

The sleeve and cover are absolutely perfect in every way. To qualify as Mint, the record must never have been played and is possibly still sealed. Mint should be used sparingly as a grade, if at all. Note that a record can be sealed and not Mint. There could be sleeve discoloration, ring wear, or vinyl warp if guidelines on how to store vinyl were not followed. If you suspect your record is in Mint condition, do not play it.

Near Mint (NM or M-)

 

A nearly perfect record. A Near Mint (NM) record has more than likely never been played. The vinyl will play perfectly, with no imperfections during playback. The record should show no obvious signs of wear. The sleeve of a 45 of EP should have no more than the most minor defects, such as any sign of slight handling. The LP cover should have no creases, folds, seam-splits, cut-out holes, or other noticeable similar defects. The same should be true of any other inserts, such as posters, lyric sleeves, etc. Many dealers won’t give a grade higher than NM, implying (perhaps correctly) that no record is ever truly perfect.

Very Good Plus (VG+)

 

A Very Good Plus (VG+) record will show some signs that it was played and handled by a previous owner who took good care of it. Any defects are of a cosmetic nature and do not affect the actual playback. In theory, a VG+ record should sound the same as a Near Mint (NM) one. Vinyl surfaces may show some signs of wear, such as slight scuffs or very light scratches. Slight warps that do not affect the sound are okay. The label may have some ring wear or discoloration, but it should be barely noticeable. Spindle marks may be present. Picture sleeves and inner sleeves will have some wear, slightly turned-up corners, or a small seam-split. An LP cover may have sparse signs of wear and may be marred by a cut-out hole, indentation, or cut corner. In general, it plays perfectly, and if not for some minor aesthetic wear, it would be Near Mint.

Very Good (VG)

 

The defects found in a Very Good Plus (VG+) record will be more pronounced in a Very Good (VG) item. Surface noise will be evident upon playing, especially in soft passages and during a song’s intro and fade, but will not overpower the music otherwise. Groove wear will start to be noticeable, such as with light scratches (deep enough to feel with a fingernail) that will affect the sound. Labels may be marred by writing, or have tape or stickers (or their residue) attached. The same will be true of picture sleeves or LP covers. However, a VG item will not have all of these problems at the same time.

Good, Good Plus (G, G+)

 

A record in Good (G) or Good Plus (G+) condition can be played through without skipping, but it will have significant surface noise, scratches, and visible groove wear. A cover or sleeve will have seam-splits, especially at the bottom or on the spine. Tape, writing, ring wear, or other defects will be present. While the record will be playable without skipping, noticeable surface noise and “ticks” will almost certainly accompany the playback.

Poor, Fair (P, F)

 

The record is cracked, badly warped, and won’t play through without skipping or repeating. The picture sleeve could be water damaged, split on more than one seam, and heavily marred by wear or writing. The LP cover barely keeps the LP inside it. Inner sleeves are fully split, crinkled, and written upon. Poor (P) or Fair (F) records are generally worth very little, at most 5% of the Near Mint (NM) price.