Jazz pianists unpack the GENIUS inside Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On'

Jazz pianists Adam Maness and Peter Martin unpack Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On' track-by-track. They reveal what their trained ears hear in the music so you can discover something new in this remarkable album, even if you've heard it 1,000 times. They also dig into the story behind the album, and how a protest record became a timeless masterpiece. A must-listen for anyone who loves Marvin Gaye, Motown, soul, jazz, or just wants to understand how great records are made. 🔵 Join Open Studio for ALLLLL your jazz lesson needs: https://osjazz.link/yhi 00:00 - Intro 01:55 - Rolling Stone ranked it #1 06:00 - Breaking Free from Motown’s Control 11:35 - What's Going On 20:50 - Eli Fontaine’s Accidental Sax Solo 25:20 - James Jamerson's Bass & More 32:42 - Marvin Gaye's Layered Vocals 40:16 - The Detroit Symphony Orchestra 49:00 - "What’s Happening Brother" 57:20 - "Flyin’ High (in the Friendly Sky)" & more 1:03:33 - "Mercy Mercy Me" 1:15:10 - "Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Hollar)" 1:23:55 - Up Next: Dorothy Ashby Shout Out 1:31:37 - ‪@OpenStudioMusic‬ Plays "What's Going On" ABOUT OPEN STUDIO ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ As the premier online jazz education platform, with an ever-expanding course library and 20,000+ members, Open Studio (OS) has everything you need to excel and thrive on your jazz journey. Featuring everything from beginner to advanced lessons, engaging courses from A-list instructors, step-by-step curriculum, real-time classes and a thriving and incredibly supportive community, OS is the perfect platform to level up your jazz playing, whether you’re a total beginner, or an advanced pro-level improvisor.