August 1973

Stevie Wonder releases Innervisions, a socially conscious album including Living for the City and Higher Ground. It wins the Grammy Album of the Year in 1974.

Stevie Wonder released "Innervisions," the third album in his celebrated "classic period," featuring politically charged tracks like "Living for the City" and "Higher Ground." The album won the Grammy for Album of the Year and cemented Wonder's status as one of the most important musicians of the twentieth century.

Marvin Gaye releases Let's Get It On, which tops the Billboard pop charts and becomes one of the defining erotic soul records of the decade, showcasing his artistic maturity.

DJ Kool Herc's back-to-school party launches a culture that will conquer the world.