In January 1971, defying Motown boss Berry Gordy, Marvin Gaye asked ‘What’s Going On’. Ten months later, Sly Stone answered.

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Fifty-five years ago today, Don McLean released the album that shot him to mainstream success and produced his biggest career hit.

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was a great year for music, and multiple musicians released albums that were riddled with hit singles that are still beloved tunes today.

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