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The Early Days of Motown in the 1960 Music Scene
The vision and creation of a recording company by Berry Gordy became a reality with Motown Records in the 1960s
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1960 (Part II: Motown)
This week, we take a look at Motown's beginnings, mainly around 1960. We see how Berry Gordy Jr got his start, founded the company, met Smokey Robinson and gained success.
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Christmas in Motown
While Christmas certainly is a time for reflection, it should never be forgotten it is also a time for joy and celebration. When it comes to big holiday fun, there’s no better place than the big city -- and Detroit is no exception.
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Moonwalk
Would you like to know how to do the Moonwalk, Michael Jackson's signature dance move?
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The Chess - Motown Connection
How the Chicago-based Chess dynasty helped give birth to Berry Gordy's Detroit-based empire.
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Stevie Wonder: For Once In My Life
After two years of consistent chart success, Stevie Wonder stepped up and produced his first album of work which was predominantly his own.
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The Guys Who Wrote 'Em-Songwriting Geniuses Of Rock And Pop
Sean Egan's <b>The Guys Who Wrote 'Em</b> profiles eleven of the most talented pop/rock songwriters and songwriting teams in rock music history.
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The Story of the Supremes Exhibit
It has long been Mary Wilson's dream that her collection of stunning costumes would be exhibited for all to see. The garments will be shown at the V&A and around the UK.
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Black Migration to Detroit, MI
The African-American population grew to 120,000 by 1930. Was one cause of the Great Migration, freedom, achieved when Coleman Young became Detroit's first Black Mayor?
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Stevie Wonder: My Cherie Amour
The single 'My Cherie Amour' proved a surprise hit, and as a result Motown rushed out an album, which featured little of the progression seen on For Once In My Life.
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Classic Soul and Today's Soul
Soul music reached its high point during the 1960s and early 1970s. It declined during the 1980s, but reemerged in the late 1990s, which has led to a soul Renaissance.
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Stevie Wonder: Signed, Sealed And Delivered
Stevie Wonder's growing influence over his albums produced a hit-laden album, and for the first time Stevie stepped up to producing some tracks himself.
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Stevie Wonder: Where I'm Coming From
Having hinted at his potential and with his Motown contract nearing an end, Stevie Wonder was given total creative freedom for his last record as a minor.
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Michigan trivia & Detroit facts
United States: Trivia and information on Michael Moore in Flint, the largest polar exhibit in the world, Henry Ford's factory, Motown, the Great Lakes & Mackinac Island.
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The Wiz - Movie and Musical
The all-black version of L. Frank Baum's classic children's story became a Broadway hit, then a movie musical bomb. Here's the story behind them both.
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Dawn Of A Remarkable Era: 1960s Music Overview
The 1960 music scene brought a lot of changes, surprises and the beginning of musical styles still seen today.
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London's Victoria & Albert Museum
Alice in Wonderland, the Supremes, the Beauharnais Emeralds and Salginatobel Bridge are among the diverse subjects covered by exhibitions at the V&A Museum during 2008/9.
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Stevie Wonder: Music Of My Mind
After achieving a contract giving him complete creative control, Stevie Wonder returned to Motown and released what is now considered one of his finest releases.
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Stevie Wonder:Talking Book
Stevie Wonder's new creative freedom was yet to produce commercial success. With 'Superstition' and its parent album 'Talking Book' this was set to change.
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Where's The Soul?
Commentary on the state of r&b/soul music in the year 2000; where to find good soul music on the Net.
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Patrice Holloway (1948 - 2006)
Soul singer/songwriter Patrice Holloway died October 1 of a heart attack. She was the voice of African-American Valerie on Josie and the Pussycats TV show and album.
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The Most Famous Bass Guitar
Mr. Bass Man, you set the music thumpin' So the song goes - but it wasn't until Leo Fender invented the Fender electric bass that the really serious thumpin' began....
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Fashion Exhibitions in Art Museums 2007 and 2008
One British and two American museums are hosting five special exhibitions about costume and fashion from the 18th to the 21st Century.
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Fantastic Drummer - Yonrico Scott
Over the course of his exciting career, Yonrico has been of benefit to and benefited from playing with great artists such as Stevie Wonder, Whitney Houston and many more.
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Mercy, Duffy Rules UK Charts
Unknown only a few short weeks ago, Welsh born vocalist Duffy claimed the top of the UK charts with the release of her first single "Mercy" and album Rockferry.
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30 Years After the Sea of Tranquility
Thoughts thirty years after man's first steps on the moon.
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Love & Freedom
BeBe Winans debuts as a solo artist with a collection of topics including love, hope, and forgiveness that evoke the spirit of Christianity but lean in a decidedly pop direction.

1960 (Part I: Rock is Mass-Produced)
With Early Rock having bitten the dust, many key changes began taking place behind the scenes that would have profound effects on rock's future. This week we look at the commercialisation of rock and it's effects on the listeners.
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The British Invasion, Part IV: The Rolling Stones
Last time, we looked at the blues side of the British Invasion, but we left out the biggest blues group of them all. This week, we continue the Blues part of the British Invasion with a look at The Rolling Stones and how they came about.
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The All-Time Top 100 R&B Tunes - Part 2: 11 - 20
This contributing editor's assessment of some of American music's most priceless moments.
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Outstanding Songs and Performers in 1963
New and established music artists that made an impact on pop music in 1963.
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A Tribute to Gerald Levert
From inheriting O'Jays gold to striking 80s platinum and going strong til his last breath with one of R&Bs most distinct voices ever, a big nod to Gerald Levert's career.
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Disney's Block Party Bash
Disney's Hollywood Studios presents a new daily parade featuring characters from "Toy Story," "A Bug's Life," "Monsters, Inc.," and "The Incredibles."
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Gullien vs. Wilson: A Fair Move?
The Detroit Tigers are close to bringing Pittsburgh shortstop Jack Wilson to the Motor City. This would move Carlos Guillen to first base. Good move for Detroit or not?
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Introducing Amy Winehouse
With her throwback sound, unique sense of personal style and self-destructive tendencies, Amy Winehouse is undeniably someone to watch.
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Ottawa Jazz Fest 2008 Adds Acts
The 2008 TD Canada Trust Ottawa International Jazz Festival rounds out its line-up with the addition of four more mainstage names
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Paris Hilton is Off to Jail
Shocked "celebrity" Paris Hilton has been sentenced to serve 45 days in jail for violation of her driving suspension. She did what most stars do - blamed her agent.
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Pop Music Composers in the 1960s
This is a look at some notable and now legendary songwriters, and two great visionaries.
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Robot ASIMO Leads Detroit Symphony
Honda's robot ASIMO conducts the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in an initiative to promote fun and innovative music education among Detroit's youth.
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Vickie Winans:Holiday Music Review
Vickie Winans' promotional material promises "new arrangements and music color", but they all say that. The difference here is that she actually delivers.
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Women Rule at 2008 Mobo Awards
Two of the UK's top female acts dominate this years Mobo Awards, even though the lack of some of the big winners upset the crowd at Wembley Arena.
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Music Mania
Read the highlights of The 2000 Billboard Music awards and find out what new releases are worth checking out.
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2008 New Orleans Jazzfest
The Jazz and Heritage Festival returns to its pre-Katrina format with a lineup that is called the best in 39 years. It starts April 25 at the Fair Grounds Race Course.
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80's Movies Rock
Here are five great films that haven't lost their impact over time.
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