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Marvin Gaye’s 'What’s Going On' Resonates 50 Years Later

Marvin Gaye’s 'What’s Going On' Resonates 50 Years Later

FromA Deeper Listen


Marvin Gaye’s 'What’s Going On' Resonates 50 Years Later

FromA Deeper Listen

ratings:
Length:
21 minutes
Released:
May 25, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

It’s been 50 years since the release of Marvin Gaye’s record, 'What’s Going On.' KEXP’s Larry Mizell Jr. talks with Emily Fox about the history of the record, breaks down some lesser-known tracks, and discusses how the album’s themes of police brutality, racism, addiction, and concerns about ecological disaster are still relevant today.  Support the show: https://www.kexp.org/sound/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released:
May 25, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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The Sound & Vision podcast from KEXP features interviews, panels, reporting and commentary that digs into the stories behind the music, with in-depth discussion of the most important issues facing music and arts communities. New episodes are published on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with bonus features throughout the week. Sound & Vision is hosted by Emily Fox and Larry Mizell, Jr.