Michael Jackson – Bad (Vinyl 12" Single, 1987, Epic 651155 6, UK)

Why This Record Matters
"Bad" was the title track of Michael Jackson's 1987 album produced by Quincy Jones, with Jackson serving as co-producer and songwriter. This 12-inch single expands the track into an 8:24 Dance Extended Mix and pairs it with separate dub and a cappella versions. Bruce Swedien, Jackson's longtime recording and mixing engineer, handled the extended remix.

Collector Note
This 1987 UK Epic 651155 6 edition is a 12-inch, 45 RPM single with the purple Epic logo label variation. It was pressed by CBS Pressing Plant, Aston Clinton and mastered by Brian Gardner, with mastering credited to Bernie Grundman Mastering.

Availability
Single copy available—once it's gone, it's gone.

Condition & Details
Media: VG+
Sleeve: VG+

Technical Details
Format: Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Single
Label: Epic – 651155 6
Country: UK
Released: 1987
Genre: Electronic, Pop
Style: Synth-pop

Matrix / Runout
Side A: 651155 - 6 A2
Side A stamped: ⋀
Side B: 651155 - 6 B1

Tracklist
Side A
A Bad (Dance Extended Mix Includes "FALSE FADE") – 8:24

Side B
B1 Bad (Dub Version) – 4:05
B2 Bad (A Cappella) – 3:49

Shipping & Handling
Ultrasonically cleaned using a Degritter Mark II before shipping.
Stored in protective inner and outer sleeves.
Shipped with vinyl protection and cardboard reinforcement.
Packed securely for safe delivery.

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