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Marvin Gaye's Lost Tapes Uncovered in Belgium - A Musical Treasure Hunt!

Belgium - Marvin Gaye - Motown - Music history - Soul music

Marvin Gaye's unheard recordings discovered in Belgium create buzz in the music world. Read more about this musical treasure hunt!

Marvin Gaye's legacy continues to captivate music enthusiasts as unheard recordings are unearthed in Belgium. The Motown legend, known as the Prince of Soul, left a hidden musical treasure of over 60 lost tracks while residing in Belgium in the early '80s. These rare tapes, containing 66 demos of new songs, offer a unique glimpse into Gaye's creative process and musical genius.

Gaye's relocation to the coastal city of Ostend in 1981 marked a pivotal moment in his career, fueling the creation of new music that remained hidden for decades. The recent discovery of these never-before-heard recordings has sparked excitement among fans and industry experts, hinting at the possibility of new posthumous albums. The tapes shed light on a lesser-known chapter of Gaye's life, showcasing his artistic evolution and experimentation with sound.

Marvin Gaye's time in Belgium not only left a musical legacy but also embedded his influence in unexpected places. The collaboration between Berklee College musicians and the choir of Trinity Church in Boston, paying tribute to Motown hits, highlights the enduring impact of Gaye's music across different cultures and generations. The legal battle over the ownership and release of these remarkable recordings adds a touch of mystery and intrigue to the saga of Marvin Gaye's lost tapes, creating a buzz in the music industry.

In an unprecedented turn of events, the discovery of over 60 lost tracks of Marvin Gaye in Belgium has rekindled interest in the iconic artist's work. The potential release of two new albums from the unearthed recordings promises to offer fans a fresh perspective on Gaye's musical legacy, solidifying his status as a timeless and influential figure in the realm of soul music.

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“What's Going On” at Trinity - The Boston Musical Intelligencer (The Boston Musical Intelligencer)

Can you believe it? Berklee College musicians and the choir of Trinity Church, Boston, perform Motown hits, Sunday, April 7 at 5pm, free and open to all.

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Unheard Marvin Gaye Recordings Found In Belgium, Legal Fight ... (Stereogum)

The 30 or so tapes apparently have 66 demos of new songs that Gaye recorded while in the country in the early '80s. He left the tapes with Charles Dumolin, a ...

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Over 60 Lost Tracks of Marvin Gaye Found in Belgium (American Songwriter)

Often referred to as the Prince of Motown or the Prince of Soul, the artist gained high praise, releasing 17 albums throughout his time in the spotlight. With ...

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Never-before-heard Marvin Gaye music found in Belgium (NME.com)

Gaye moved to the coastal city of Ostend in 1981 after taking the business card of a Belgian concert promoter in a nightclub while he was living in London. At ...

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New Marvin Gaye music uncovered in Belgium (The Times)

Marvin Gaye spent around 18 months in Belgium shortly before his death. Now a treasure trove of cassettes could lead to two new albums 40 years on.

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Unreleased Marvin Gaye music discovered in Belgium (RadioWise UK)

As is known, the voice of “I heard it through the grapevine” moved from London to the Belgian city of Ostend in 1981, in the midst of a difficult period of ...

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Collection of unreleased Marvin Gaye songs found in Belgium (The Guardian)

Questions surround ownership of demo tapes reportedly left by soul artist as a thank-you to his Ostend hosts.

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New Marvin Gaye music resurfaces in Belgium 40 years after his ... (Fox News)

According to the BBC, Gaye left a collection of stage costumes, notebooks, and audio tapes with Charles Dumolin, a Belgian musician who hosted Gaye at his home ...

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60 Unreleased Marvin Gaye Songs Unearthed in Belgium After ... (Music Times)

Several tapes, costumes, and other personal items of Marvin Gaye were unearthed in Belgium after being in possession of a family.

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Marvin Gaye's Never-Before-Heard Music Discovered in Belgium (Latin Post)

40 years after Marvin Gaye's death, unreleased music surfaces. Gaye left behind costumes, notebooks, and tapes with Belgian musician Charles Dumolin, ...

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40 Years Ago Today- Marvin Gaye Fatally Shot at 44 - Glide Magazine (Glide Magazine)

40 years ago today (4/1/84), the legendary soul singer Marvin Gaye was shot dead by his father at his parent's home in Los Angeles, California. The.

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Marvin Gaye: Never-before heard music resurfaces in Belgium ... (Asaase Radio)

Lost Marvin Gaye music resurfaces in Belgium and according to source the tapes have lain hidden in Ostend for 40 years.

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Marvin Gaye: Collection of unreleased songs uncovered in Belgium (The Independent)

The collection of around 30 tapes has about 66 demos, and belonged to musician Charles Dumolin. Gaye stayed in Dumolin's house in 1981 while undergoing a detox ...

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Unreleased Marvin Gaye music unearthed in Belgium as legal ... (Euronews)

Debate has begun over the ownership of demo tapes reportedly left by late soul legend to his Belgian hosts while he was living there in the early 80s.

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Previously unheard Marvin Gaye recordings have surfaced in Belgium (The Line of Best Fit)

BBC has reported that 30 tapes of unreleased Marvin Gaye songs have been discovered in Belgium, with legal proceedings to ensue in order to try and share ...

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Ruth Leon recommends... I Heard it Through the Grapevine – Marvin ... (Slipped Disc)

Marin Gaye personified soul music. Every song he sang was imbued with extreme emotional intensity, nothing held back, nothing hidden.

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Unreleased Marvin Gaye Music Turns Up in Belgium (Vulture)

As many as 66 unreleased Marvin Gaye demos have turned up in Belgium, where he recorded hits like 'Sexual Healing.' But they're currently in legal limbo.

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Unreleased Marvin Gaye music uncovered in Belgium, could lead to ... (WATE 6 On Your Side)

April 1, 2024, marks 40 years since the death of singer and songwriter Marvin Gaye.

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Marvin Gaye Unreleased Music Collection Found in Belgium (Complex)

The treasure trove of unheard music consists of 30 tapes and 66 demos of new songs that Gaye recorded in the early '80s.

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The tragedy of Marvin Gaye: From changing the course of soul ... (EL PAÍS in English)

The Motown artist met a tragic end on April 1, 1984, when his father shot him in the middle of a family argument with the gun that he himself had given him.

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Remembering Marvin Gaye's Tragic Death At the Hands of His Own ... (Remind Magazine)

On April 1, 1984, the “What's Going On” singer Marvin Gaye was murdered by his father, Marvin Gay Sr., shocking the nation. Those who believed the story, ...

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Scoot: The real story behind the tragic killing of Marvin Gaye (WWL News, Talk, Sports Radio Station)

Legendary R&B singer/songwriter/activist Marvin Gaye was shot and killed by his own father on April 1, 1984. Marvin Gay, Sr. (that was the family name until ...

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On This Day: Remembering Marvin Gaye's Murder and the Tumor ... (American Songwriter)

After killing his son, Marvin Gay Sr. was charged with first-degree murder. A discovery of a brain tumor would later help reduce his sentence.

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Never-before-heard Marvin Gaye music discovered in Belgium ... (X101 Always Classic Local News)

Over 40 years ago, Gaye lived in the home of Belgian musician Charles Dumolin, whose family recently uncovered a collection of items belonging to Gaye, the BBC ...

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Unreleased Marvin Gaye music uncovered in Belgium, could lead to ... (Fox 59)

April 1, 2024, marks 40 years since the death of singer and songwriter Marvin Gaye.

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