"Off the Wall Era" (October 1978 - April 1982) Michael Jackson grow up musically. He stars in his first major motion picture and he will set the first of many world records with his first solo album for Epic records.
This era begins from the time "The Wiz" is released up to the time before Michael starts to record "Thriller" in April 1982. VISIT HERE
"Thriller Era" (April 1982 - December 1984) Michael Jackson reach worldwide super stardom. Michael dominated the world of music, setting new standards and producing the biggest selling album of all time.
This includes the time Michael begins to record the "Thriller" album in 1982 up to the Jacksons' Victory Tour in 1984. VISIT HERE
"Bad Era" (December 1984 - June 1990) Michael Jackson’s super-stardom and popularity and prove him to be the entertainer of the 1980’s. This era commences when Michael starts to write songs and records demos for the succeeding album "Bad", just after the end of the Victory Tour in 1984. This era also includes the "Bad" World Tour. It goes until just before the time he starts recording for the "Dangerous" album in 1990. VISIT HERE
These comments are written by Marni Carlsson. (May have been paraphrased)