{"product_id":"marvin-gaye-what-s-going-on-original-vinyl","title":"Marvin Gaye - What’s Going On Original Vinyl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarvin Gaye – What’s Going On Original Vinyl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist: Marvin Gaye Title: What’s Going On Label: Tamla Motown Catalogue Number: STMA 8001 Country: UK Original Release Year: 1971 Format: LP Vinyl Speed: 33⅓ RPM Genre: Soul \/ R\u0026amp;B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Going On is the eleventh studio album from legendary American soul singer Marvin Gaye, originally released in May 1971.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidely regarded as one of the greatest soul albums ever recorded, the album marked a significant artistic turning point for Marvin Gaye, introducing a more socially conscious and deeply personal approach to his music.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by themes of war, poverty, environmental concerns and social injustice, the record combines beautiful melodies, sophisticated arrangements and Gaye’s unmistakable vocals to create a timeless musical masterpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing iconic recordings including What’s Going On, Mercy Mercy Me (The Ecology), Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler) and What’s Happening Brother, this album remains one of the most important releases in soul music history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original UK pressing features the distinctive textured sleeve, making it a particularly desirable addition to any classic soul or Motown vinyl collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePressing Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal 1971 UK release on Tamla Motown Records.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal textured sleeve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal UK release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCatalogue number STMA 8001.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Motown label design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTrack Listing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Going On\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s Happening Brother\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlyin’ High (In The Friendly Sky)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSave The Children\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGod Is Love\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMercy Mercy Me (The Ecology)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide B\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRight On\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWholy Holy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleeve: VG+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecord: VG+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner Sleeve: VG+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRockabuy Records Grading Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMint (M): Perfect condition, generally unused or still sealed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNear Mint (NM): Almost perfect with minimal or no signs of handling or play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good Plus (VG+): Excellent overall condition with only minor signs of use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery Good (VG): Some visible signs of wear and\/or play, but still a good, enjoyable copy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood (G): Noticeable wear and play, but the record remains playable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoor (P): Significant damage or heavy wear; 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