What's Going On (Shhhh Reconstruction Mix) - Marvin Gaye

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Here is a classic song to put closure for this month. Marvin Gaye's "What's Going On" will always be such a timeless song. This song is critically acclaimed as one of the greatest musical works of the 20th century. When Berry Gordy first heard it, he declared it unsuitable for the pop charts, given the soulful and introspective way in which Marvin spoke of the troubles he saw in regards to the Vietnam war, drug use and domestic violence. Marvin had fasted throughout the time of writing this record, believing this would bring him close to God, as he searched for a deeper meaning in the harmonies and chords. As the record soared to the top of the charts in '71, it was clear that was something special in the mix, in the voice and in the words, a feeling that resonated across America and the world, a sense that something had to be done, and a change was gonna come, it's impossible to improve on perfection, or repaint the Mona Lisa, but perhaps with a bit of care and some updated sonic, that soulful feeling could be brought to a fresh audience, a reminder that timeless is timeless. "What's Going On" (Shhhh Reconstruction) as the title implies, strips the song down to it's minor, groovy core, reaches deep into the master tapes for some soaring strings, pounding drums and eerie vibes, and shows you a peek behind the scenes, of one of the most soulful songs of all time . Enjoy!

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