Zavvi - The Home of Pop CultureThis premium vinyl release features direct-to-analog mastering from the original primary album tape reels by acclaimed engineer Kevin Gray, one of the first times this has been done since 1971, offering an undeniably authentic listening experience. What\'s Going On: 50th Anniversary 2LP Edition bonus LP opens up the album\'s writing and production palette. Featured are four rare cuts making their vinyl debut, highlighted by a previously unreleased stripped version of the title song, plus all six original mono single mixes and their B-sides, with all of those 7 versions on vinyl for the first time since their original releases. With two 180gm records, a tip-on heavy stock jacket, an original gatefold with complete lyrics, this formidable release also includes printed sleeves with track details, a rare image from the cover sessions, and a brief essay honoring arranger David Van De Pitte. The main essay was written by acclaimed author and poet Hanif Abdurraqib who was just named one of the 25 recipients of the 2021 MacArthur Genius Grant.