The Jacksons

The Jacksons on vinyl: disco and soul after the Jackson 5

In short: When the Jackson 5 moved from Motown to Epic in the mid-seventies, they became The Jacksons – with Michael as lead singer and Randy instead of Jermaine. The first records were made with the Philadelphia producers Gamble & Huff; after that the brothers produced themselves and scored big hits in the middle of the disco era. The Vinyl Room currently has 6 Jacksons records.

What makes The Jacksons special?

“Goin’ Places” (1977) still shows Gamble & Huff’s Philadelphia sound. With “Destiny” (1978) the brothers took control themselves – it includes “Blame It On The Boogie” and “Shake Your Body (Down To The Ground)”.

“Triumph” (1980) brought funky disco for the big stages, and “2300 Jackson Street” (1989), named after the address of their family home in Gary, was a late family album.

From our stock

First pressings

Records by The Jacksons

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FAQ

What’s the difference between the Jackson 5 and The Jacksons? The Jacksons grew out of the Jackson 5; on the move to Epic, Randy replaced his brother Jermaine, who stayed with Motown at first.

Which album is “Blame It On The Boogie” on? “Destiny” from 1978.

Who sang in The Jacksons? Mainly Michael Jackson, backed by his brothers.

Which records do you have? Records from the late seventies to 1989 – 6 records in all.