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A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

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The Early Career of Norman Whitfield

This chapter explores Norman Whitfield's journey from a session player to a songwriter, highlighting his connections to Motown's session players and the evolution of his early career in the music industry. It sheds light on his mysterious beginnings at Thelma Records, his passion for music, and his rise to prominence as a songwriter and producer collaborating with artists like The Temptations and Marvin Gaye.

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