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Michael Jackson Played His First NYC Solo Shows In March 1988
March 07, 2024
Michael Jackson performs Thriller wearing letterman jacket at Madison Square Garden in New York, NY, during Bad World Tour March 1988

Michael brought the Bad Tour to Madison Square Garden this week in March 1988; these were his first ever New York City solo performances. He performed “Thriller” sporting his trademark letterman jacket, first seen in the short film for the song.

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