Michael Jackson first ` ` Chicago '' at New York 's Hit Factory in 1983 . ` ` has had a habit of over - recording for albums , '' leaving outstanding songs unheard , Epic said . Jackson `` fell in love with it '' the first time he heard the demo , according to the liner notes . Sony 's Music Unlimited streaming service is previewing a new song each day this week . ` ` Xscape '' is set for release May 21st .
Michael Jackson first ` ` Chicago '' at New York 's Hit Factory in 1983 . ` ` has had a habit of over - recording for albums , '' leaving outstanding songs unheard , Epic said . Sony 's Music Unlimited streaming service is previewing a new song each day this week . ` ` Xscape '' is set for release May 21st .