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RedHanded

Episode 323 - The Murder of Marvin Gaye ft. Disgraceland

Nov 9, 2023
Jake Brennan, host of the most-downloaded music podcast EVER, joins RedHanded to delve into the notorious murder of Marvin Gaye. They explore Gaye's troubled childhood, rise to fame, turbulent relationships, controversial personal life, and the tragic final moments leading up to his murder by his own father. This episode provides essential context behind one of the most notorious crimes in musical history.
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  • Marvin Gaye's personal life was marked by intense paranoia, substance abuse, and failed relationships.
  • Marvin Gaye's life ended in tragedy when he was fatally shot by his abusive and controlling father.

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Marvin Gaye's turbulent upbringing and early music career

Marvin Gaye experienced a turbulent upbringing with an abusive and controlling father who instilled fear and violence in him. Despite this, Marvin Jr. found solace in music, particularly gospel and doo-wop. He eventually joined Motown Records and became a successful artist, with hits like 'Let's Get It On' and 'Sexual Healing'. However, his personal life was marked by intense paranoia, substance abuse, and failed relationships.

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