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In 1971, Marvin Gaye captured and commented on

the spiritual and cultural chaos of the nation.

It's been 40 years. What's changed?

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The Concert

On May 4-5, we celebrated Gaye’s 1972 concert with John Legend, the National Symphony Orchestra, Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings.

 

 

 
 

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