“The Girl Is Mine” is one of the best known tracks from Thriller (who of a certain age doesn’t know the Paul McCartney / Michael Jackson exchange by heart?) and to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the world’s best-selling album, Black Eyed Peas maestro Will.i.am gives the single a brand new super fresh feel.

Taking over duetting duties from Sir Paul, on the “The Girl Is Mine 2008″, will.i.am mixes in a funky, updated sound to the track which will appeal to younger fans approaching the song with fresh ears, as well as keep the original Michael Jackson crowd mighty pleased.

A couple of sneak previews from the ever-supportive MJ News Online (Michael Jackson Fan Club) and Michael Jackson News Network have drawn highly positive reactions:

“This track is much more than a classic remix - Will and Michael have made it a song in its own right” - MJ News Online

“The Girl Is Mine 2008 (with Will.i.am)”:

Digital release date, UK (1 track) - 14th January 2008

Physical CD Single / 12″ and Digital (3 tracks) UK Release Date - 28th January 2008

Track listing:

1.The Girl Is Mine 2008 (with will.i.am)
2. The Girl Is Mine 2008 club remix featuring will.i.am
3. The Girl Is Mine (original demo)

Upcoming Events:

25th Anniversary Year: There are all sorts of activities lined up for the 25th anniversary year of Thriller. This single will be followed with…

11th February 2008 - Thriller – 25th Anniversary Edition, a newly expanded deluxe edition of multi-platinum Grammy-winning album with new & previously unreleased bonus tracks including remixes by Akon, Will.i.am & Kanye West plus a bonus DVD featuring digitally restored short films & Michael Jackson’s historic breakout performance from “Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever” television broadcast.

27th March 2008 - Thriller LIVE is a full budget mega-show that takes the audience on a journey through the music of the World’s Greatest Entertainer. With choreography from Michael Jackson’s own live show team (LaVelle Smith Jnr.) the production starts its 3-month UK tour on March 27th and is nothing short of spectacular. Thriller Live

More events and fan activities to be announced.

Michael Jackson - The Girl Is Mine 2008 (Featuring Will.I.Am) on Amazon.com

The Girl Is Mine: 2008 on Amazon.co.uk

Michael Jackson Official Website