Carlos H Andra

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Listening to Thriller in 2026 is the equivalent of someone in 1982 listening to a song from 1939—the same 43-year time gap separates both eras.

When Thriller was released in November 1982, the musical landscape looked nothing like it does today. Looking 43 years into the past from 1982 takes you to 1939—a world of big bands, swing orchestras, jazz standards, and crooners, decades before modern pop production existed.

What makes Thriller remarkable is that it rarely feels as distant to modern listeners as music from 1939 felt to audiences in the 1980s. Produced by Quincy Jones, the album fused pop, rock, R&B, funk, and groundbreaking studio techniques into a sound that helped redefine popular music. Tracks such as Billie Jean, Beat It, and Thriller remain instantly recognizable across generations.

Its impact went far beyond the music itself. The album’s videos helped transform MTV⁠ and established the music video as a major artistic and commercial medium. The nearly 14-minute Thriller short film, directed by John Landis, blurred the line between music video and cinematic storytelling.

More than four decades later, Thriller remains the best-selling album of all time, with estimated worldwide sales exceeding 70 million copies, a testament to its enduring influence on music and popular culture.

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@thechosentv #jesusforlife

[Hillsboro Police Dept @HillsboroPolice]

We are working an assault with a weapon call in the area of NE 51st Ave. / NE Cornell Rd. which is requiring multiple officers. NE Cornell Rd. and surrounding roadways will be closed and impacted for an extended period. @CityofHillsboro

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@mrajswoboda A question many of us consider. Change platform, face to face.

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@Leapdragon Sad times

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@longinkandinsky @Leapdragon Not without Jesus

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

Love this man.

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@Leapdragon Ah crap

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

Knowing this will influence how you live. #jesusforlife https://t.co/kNyE8TDB3g

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

So good!

[Leadership Conference @Lead_Conf]

We had an incredible first day at Leadership Conference 2019! Can't wait to see what God has in store for us tomorrow! #LC19

[Leadership Conference @Lead_Conf]

Money. Sex. Power. Three forces that are critical for leaders to understand properly.
With Nicky & Sila Lee, John Kirkby, Emma Waring, & @iammiketodd
https://t.co/LHgqqtUVZe

[Maxwell Leadership @Maxwell_Leaders]

It is impossible to help others grow if you are not intentionally growing.

[Nicky Gumbel @nickygumbel]

The first to apologise is the bravest.
The first to forgive is the strongest.
The first to forget is the happiest.

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@KevinHughesPK What’s Facebook? 😆

[Maxwell Leadership @Maxwell_Leaders]

How are you working to identify your passions? They hold the key to unlocking your calling.

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@theRealKiyosaki Your thoughts #richdad?? Any advice?

[Paul J. Pastor @pauljpastor]

Last year I was honored to work with @LuisPalauLive to write his definitive memoir. Here it is.

"PALAU: A Life On Fire," releases in June from @Zondervan. This is an intimate, vibrant view of a special man. Proud to tell this story.

Preorder: https://t.co/7os0XL1Gjv

[Carlos H Andra @sonicfreefall]

@mrajswoboda Agreed!

[Nicky Gumbel @nickygumbel]

'You, Lord, hear the desire of the afflicted you encourage them, and you listen to their cry.'

Psalm 10:17

[Timothy Keller (1950-2023) @timkellernyc]

Churches must not maintain unity at the expense of the gospel, nor for the sake of purity needlessly be critical.