Spencer Hall on Stevie Wonder's Songs in the Key of Life at 50 | 10.13

On this edition of Time Machine Tuesday, Bomani Jones is joined by Spencer Hall to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Stevie Wonder's legendary 1976 album, Songs in the Key of Life.

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Bo and Spencer take a deep dive into one of the greatest albums ever recorded, exploring Stevie Wonder's remarkable creative run in the 1970s, his groundbreaking use of synthesizers, and the chaotic recording process that helped produce a timeless masterpiece.

The two break down the album track by track, from classics like "Sir Duke," "I Wish," and "Isn't She Lovely" to the musical brilliance of "As," "Pastime Paradise," and "Another Star." Along the way, they discuss Stevie's incredible musicianship, the influence of jazz, gospel, funk, and soul, and how the album's messages about love, faith, race, and society remain just as powerful 50 years later.

Plus, how did Stevie Wonder influence heavy metal drummers, why was Herbie Hancock involved in the making of "As," and what makes Songs in the Key of Life such an extraordinary achievement?

It's a celebration of Stevie Wonder's genius and an album that changed American music forever.

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