Paul Jackson Jr.

Thriller

Michael Jackson · 1982

Beat It

Michael Jackson · 1982

The rhythm guitar foundation of 'Beat It' was laid by Paul Jackson Jr.Paul Jackson Jr.Paul Jackson Jr. — a fusion guitarist whose regular gigs were jazz albums with George BensonGeorge Bensonジョージ・ベンソン, Al Jarreau, and Marcus MillerMarcus Millerマーカス・ミラー. Eddie Van Halen's solo gets all the attention, but it's Jackson Jr.'s Gibson ES-335 cutting that drives the groove. He also played guitar on 'The Lady in My Life' from Thriller.

— Paul Jackson Jr. on Working with Michael Jackson — Guitar World