Michael Jackson Smooth Criminal 12" Single 1988 Epic 49 07895 Extended Mixes VG+
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Michael Jackson Smooth Criminal 12" Single 1988 Epic 49 07895 Extended Mixes VG+

Item Specifics

  • Artist: Michael Jackson

  • Title: Smooth Criminal (12" Extended Dance Mix / Annie Mix / Dub / A Cappella)

  • Label: Epic / MJJ Productions Inc. / Quincy Jones Productions

  • Catalog Number: 49 07895 / 49-07895 / XSS 07895A / XSS 07895B

  • Format: Vinyl, 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Maxi-Single, Stereo

  • Release Year: 1988

  • Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul, Pop

  • Style: Dance-pop, Synth-pop, Electro, Funk, Post-Disco, 80s Pop

  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United States

  • Features: US Original 1988 1st Pressing, Columbia Carrollton Pressing (G1 Etched), Produced by Quincy Jones & Michael Jackson, Engineered & Mixed by Bruce Swedien, Includes Full 7:46 Extended Dance Mix, "Annie" Mix & Isolated Studio A Cappella, Original Picture Jacket

Description

Vintage Original 1988 Epic Records 12" Maxi-Single (Columbia Carrollton 1st Pressing in Original Picture Sleeve) Authentic vintage original 1988 US Epic Records first pressing 12" dance single of the immortal pop and electro-funk milestone Smooth Criminal by the King of Pop Michael Jackson (49 07895).

Musical, Cultural & Production Highlights:

  • Iconic BAD Era Dance Masterpiece: Co-produced by Quincy Jones and Michael Jackson, this cornerstone anthem defined late-1980s pop production and visual culture via the Moonwalker feature film.

  • Engineered & Mixed by Bruce Swedien: Captured with Bruce Swedien's world-famous Acusonic Recording Process, delivering ferocious Synclavier bass punch, razor-sharp drum transients, and Michael's actual heartbeat integrated into the rhythm track.

  • Loaded with 5 Essential 12-Inch Club Versions:

    • Side A: "Smooth Criminal (Extended Dance Mix)" (7:46) — massive, sprawling 8-minute extended club powerhouse.

    • Side A: "Smooth Criminal (Extended Dance Mix - Radio Edit)" (5:20) — high-energy radio/club edit.

    • Side B: "Smooth Criminal ("Annie" Mix)" (5:35) — dynamic alternative vocal dance mix.

    • Side B: "Smooth Criminal (Dance Mix - Dub Version)" (4:45) — deep, heavy synth-bass club dub.

    • Side B: "Smooth Criminal (A Cappella)" (4:12) — pure isolated studio vocal track with all signature ad-libs, beatboxing, and breath accents (essential for DJs, remixers, and samplers).

  • Pressed at Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Carrollton, GA (G1 etched in deadwax).

  • Features classic dark blue Epic center labels with MJJ Productions and Quincy Jones emblems.

Packaging:

  • Housed in its Original Full-Color Picture Jacket featuring the legendary blue fedora silhouette on the front cover and complete track details on the reverse.

Technical Data

  • Matrix / Runout (Side A Etched): XSS-07895A-2A G1

  • Matrix / Runout (Side B Etched): XSS-07895B-2K BK G1

  • Pressing Plant ID: Columbia Records Pressing Plant, Carrollton, GA (G1)

  • Mastering Engineer: Bill Kipper (BK)

  • Recording & Mix Engineer: Bruce Swedien

  • Producer: Quincy Jones for Quincy Jones Productions

  • Co-Producer & Songwriter: Michael Jackson for MJJ Productions Inc.

  • Speed: 33 ⅓ RPM

  • Format: 12" Maxi-Single, Stereo

  • Production Text: "EPIC", IS A TRADEMARK OF CBS INC. / MARCA REG. • ℗ 1987 MJJ Productions Inc. • Special Version From The Epic LP: "BAD" OE 40600

Condition Report

  • Please inspect all high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate the exact condition of the vinyl, labels, and picture jacket.

  • You will receive the exact item shown in the pictures.

Tracklist

  • SIDE A (49 07895 / XSS 07895A / Stereo / 33 ⅓ RPM):

    1. Smooth Criminal (Extended Dance Mix) — 7:46

    2. Smooth Criminal (Extended Dance Mix - Radio Edit) — 5:20 (Written & Composed by Michael Jackson / Produced by Quincy Jones / Co-Produced by Michael Jackson / ℗ 1987 MJJ Productions Inc.)

  • SIDE B (49 07895 / XSS 07895B / Stereo / 33 ⅓ RPM):

    1. Smooth Criminal ("Annie" Mix) — 5:35

    2. Smooth Criminal (Dance Mix - Dub Version) — 4:45

    3. Smooth Criminal (A Cappella) — 4:12 (Written & Composed by Michael Jackson / Produced by Quincy Jones / Co-Produced by Michael Jackson / ℗ 1987 MJJ Productions Inc.)


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