I like what you have written here as an overall summary of Marvin Gaye's single and it held some very key points as far as the origin of the song is concerned. A few points to elaborate on are Marvin's previous singles before "What's Going On" came out were different types of love songs. He was looked at by his fans as a sex symbol and had more provocative lyrics prior to the making of this song. The fact that he changed his image and clothing style when releasing the single can show as proof that he really wasn't going after the same style that he was previously accustomed to.
Sunday, August 12, 2012
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Chris,
I like what you have written here as an overall summary of Marvin Gaye's single and it held some very key points as far as the origin of the song is concerned. A few points to elaborate on are Marvin's previous singles before "What's Going On" came out were different types of love songs. He was looked at by his fans as a sex symbol and had more provocative lyrics prior to the making of this song. The fact that he changed his image and clothing style when releasing the single can show as proof that he really wasn't going after the same style that he was previously accustomed to.
I like what you have written here as an overall summary of Marvin Gaye's single and it held some very key points as far as the origin of the song is concerned. A few points to elaborate on are Marvin's previous singles before "What's Going On" came out were different types of love songs. He was looked at by his fans as a sex symbol and had more provocative lyrics prior to the making of this song. The fact that he changed his image and clothing style when releasing the single can show as proof that he really wasn't going after the same style that he was previously accustomed to.
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Great blog here, I really find your opinion of Kraftwerk to be relevant to what many producers should take into consideration today. You mentioned stock sounds in your blog and the difference between using them and finding your own sound. There are so many of these sounds available especially through plug-ins, that it could become difficult to think of a sound these days that hasn't been done. With experimentation and a little time with these plug-ins, it becomes simpler to create your own sound now more than ever. Another thing I would touch on is the fact that Kraftwerk was not a pop success until after Trans Europe Express, they truly branched out with The Man Machine. The previous albums were more the potential of the group and the original raw idea.