Synopsis
In 1973, Stevie Wonder released the iconic album Innervisions, a masterpiece of social commentary and symphonic artistry. This is the story of how, days later, he almost died.
- Programme: Archive on 4
- Episode: Stevie's Inner Visions
- Channel: BBC Radio 4
- Broadcast year: 2023
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