The first part of a new series of behind-the-scenes clips on the creation (and curation) of the upcoming Michael Jackson album Xscape, has been unveiled.

Dubbed Michael Jackson’s Xscape: The Collaborators, the first part of the online series sees Timbaland, LA Reid and more discuss the formation of the new record alongside the various producers’ involvements in the project. The full documentary is also expected to appear on the Deluxe Edition of the album.

Today marks an exciting day for Michael Jackson fans; besides The Collaborators video, the first cut from the new LP was also revealed – the Justin Timberlake duet, Love Never Had It So Good.

Watch the first part of Michael Jackson’s Xscape: The Collaborators below, and hit the iTunes to preorder the new album, now. Xscape is set for a global release on 13th May.