50th Anniversary 2LP Edition Of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On” Set For Release

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The 50^th anniversary of Marvin Gaye’s classic album “What’s Going On” is being celebrated with a special two-LP release. “What's Going On: 50th Anniversary 2LP Edition” is set to drop December 3^rd, featuring direct-to-analog mastering from the original primary album tape reels by acclaimed engineer Kevin Gray. 

In addition to the original album the set will include a bonus LP with four rare cuts making their vinyl debut, including a previously unreleased "stripped" version of the title song, plus all six original mono single mixes and their B-sides. Check out the track list below: 

LP 1: Original LP

SIDE 1

1. “What's Going On”
2. “What's Happening Brother”
3. “Flyin' High (In The Friendly Sky)”
4. “Save The Children”
5. “God Is Love”
6. “Mercy Mercy Me” 

SIDE 2

1. “Right On”
2. “Wholy Holy”
3. “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)”

LP 2: Bonus Tracks

SIDE 3

1. “What's Going On” stripped version
2. “What's Going On” mix 1/no strings or horns
3. “What's Going On” rhythm & strings instrumental mix
4. Symphony demo version 

SIDE 4 - Original Mono Single Mixes

1. “What's Going On”
2. “God Is Love”
3. “Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)”
4. “Sad Tomorrows”
5. “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)”
6. “Wholy Holy” 

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