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Norman Jay profiles music industry giant Quincy Jones, who has enjoyed enormous success as composer, record producer, arranger, conductor and musician in as many musical genres.

A look at Jones's work with Michael Jackson, whose 1983 album Thriller remains among the major releases of the last century. Also, a look at his work on the critically mauled charity single We Are the World, the film The Color Purple and his ensuing nervous breakdown. With input from George Martin and Justin Timberlake.

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Presenter:
Norman Jay
Interviewee:
George Martin
Interviewee:
Justin Timberlake

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