Articles related to "Motown"
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
berry gordy • motown records • motown records 1960s • smokey robinson • the miracles
The vision and creation of a recording company by Berry Gordy became a reality with Motown Records in the 1960s
berry gordy • motown records • motown records 1960s • smokey robinson • the miracles
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.
motown • 1960 • rock history • berry gordy jr. • marvelettes
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.
motown • 1960 • rock history • berry gordy jr. • marvelettes
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.
christmas • detroit • michigan • holidays • fox theater
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.
christmas • detroit • michigan • holidays • fox theater
The Chess - Motown Connection
How the Chicago-based Chess dynasty helped give birth to Berry Gordy's Detroit-based empire.
gordy • chess • detroit • chicago • gaye
How the Chicago-based Chess dynasty helped give birth to Berry Gordy's Detroit-based empire.
gordy • chess • detroit • chicago • gaye
Moonwalk
Would you like to know how to do the Moonwalk, Michael Jackson's signature dance move?
michael jackson • moonwalking • how to moonwalk • motown 25th anniversary • billie jean
Would you like to know how to do the Moonwalk, Michael Jackson's signature dance move?
michael jackson • moonwalking • how to moonwalk • motown 25th anniversary • billie jean
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.
brill building • motown • glam rock • chinn/chapman • holland/dozier/holland
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.
brill building • motown • glam rock • chinn/chapman • holland/dozier/holland
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.
stevie wonder • for once in my life • i don't know why • stevie wonder albums • shoo-be-doo-be-doo-da-day
After two years of consistent chart success, Stevie Wonder stepped up and produced his first album of work which was predominantly his own.
stevie wonder • for once in my life • i don't know why • stevie wonder albums • shoo-be-doo-be-doo-da-day
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.
the supremes • mary wilson • diana ross • florence ballard • barbara martin
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.
the supremes • mary wilson • diana ross • florence ballard • barbara martin
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.
stevie wonder • my cherie amour • yester-me yester-you yesterday • stevie wonder albums • light my fire
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.
stevie wonder • my cherie amour • yester-me yester-you yesterday • stevie wonder albums • light my fire
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.
urbancrossovermusic • classicsoul • neosoul • soulmusic • today’ssoul
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.
urbancrossovermusic • classicsoul • neosoul • soulmusic • today’ssoul
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.
stevie wonder • signed sealed delivered • we can work it out • the beatles • stevie wonder albums
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.
stevie wonder • signed sealed delivered • we can work it out • the beatles • stevie wonder albums
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.
stevie wonder albums • where i'm coming from • if you really love me • never dreamed you'd leave in summer • what's going on
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.
stevie wonder albums • where i'm coming from • if you really love me • never dreamed you'd leave in summer • what's going on
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.
1960s music overview • 1960 rock and roll • pop music 1960 • male teen idol • girl group sound
The 1960 music scene brought a lot of changes, surprises and the beginning of musical styles still seen today.
1960s music overview • 1960 rock and roll • pop music 1960 • male teen idol • girl group sound
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.
detroit travel facts • michigan trivia • motor city • rouge factory tour • henry ford dearborn
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.
detroit travel facts • michigan trivia • motor city • rouge factory tour • henry ford dearborn
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.
the wiz • black wizard of oz • ken harper • diana ross • sidney lumet
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.
the wiz • black wizard of oz • ken harper • diana ross • sidney lumet
Best Songs and Vocalists in the Pop Music Charts 1964
Performers, other than the Beatles, who had the greatest pop music hits in 1964
best songs and performers 1964 • popular music charts 1964 • dave clark five second to the beatles • four seasons • beach boys
Performers, other than the Beatles, who had the greatest pop music hits in 1964
best songs and performers 1964 • popular music charts 1964 • dave clark five second to the beatles • four seasons • beach boys
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.
salginatobel bridge • the supremes • mary wilson • diana ross • florence ballard
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.
salginatobel bridge • the supremes • mary wilson • diana ross • florence ballard
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.
music of my mind • stevie wonder • motown • stevie wonder albums • superwoman
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.
music of my mind • stevie wonder • motown • stevie wonder albums • superwoman
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.
superstition • talking book • stevie wonder • you are the sunshine of my life • talking book review
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.
superstition • talking book • stevie wonder • you are the sunshine of my life • talking book review
The Girl Group Sound in the 1960 Music Scene
Successful female vocal groups and performers in the 1960s.
female vocal groups • female performers • girl groups • girl group sound • 60s female groups
Successful female vocal groups and performers in the 1960s.
female vocal groups • female performers • girl groups • girl group sound • 60s female groups
Top Songs and Vocalists in 1964
New singers and songs in 1964 plus the debut of new talent.
top hits 1964 • pop music charts 1964 • billy j kramer and the dakotas • bobby vinton • same cooke
New singers and songs in 1964 plus the debut of new talent.
top hits 1964 • pop music charts 1964 • billy j kramer and the dakotas • bobby vinton • same cooke
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.
soul • r&b • urban hits
Commentary on the state of r&b/soul music in the year 2000; where to find good soul music on the Net.
soul • r&b • urban hits
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.
patrice holloway • singer • soul • josie and the pussycats • valerie brown
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.
patrice holloway • singer • soul • josie and the pussycats • valerie brown
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....
fender precision • bass guitar • fender • bass • bill black
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....
fender precision • bass guitar • fender • bass • bill black
Outstanding Performers and Songs in 1963 Pop Music
Music artists who made an impact on popular music in 1963.
top artists of 1963 • hits of 1963 • chart positions • johnny mathis • the miracles
Music artists who made an impact on popular music in 1963.
top artists of 1963 • hits of 1963 • chart positions • johnny mathis • the miracles
30 Years After the Sea of Tranquility
Thoughts thirty years after man's first steps on the moon.
space program • neil armstrong • effects on society • effects on research
Thoughts thirty years after man's first steps on the moon.
space program • neil armstrong • effects on society • effects on research
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.
exciting career of yonirico scott • the career of yonirico scott • drumming as a career • career track on drumming • utube clip of yonirico 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.
exciting career of yonirico scott • the career of yonirico scott • drumming as a career • career track on drumming • utube clip of yonirico scott
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.
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.
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.
duffy mercy • duffy rockferry • new singer duffy • mercy duffy uk charts • duffy mercy debut single
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.
duffy mercy • duffy rockferry • new singer duffy • mercy duffy uk charts • duffy mercy debut single
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.
rock • brill buildings • neil sadaka • 1960
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.
rock • brill buildings • neil sadaka • 1960
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.
stones • british invasion • 1964 • 1965 • sixties
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.
stones • british invasion • 1964 • 1965 • sixties
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.
etta james • ralph bass • willie henderson • carl davis • jerry wexler
This contributing editor's assessment of some of American music's most priceless moments.
etta james • ralph bass • willie henderson • carl davis • jerry wexler
Outstanding Songs and Performers in 1963
New and established music artists that made an impact on pop music in 1963.
1963 pop music • top artists of 1963 • four seasons • lesley gore • paul and paula
New and established music artists that made an impact on pop music in 1963.
1963 pop music • top artists of 1963 • four seasons • lesley gore • paul and paula
Pop Music Composers in the 1960s
This is a look at some notable and now legendary songwriters, and two great visionaries.
don kirshner • 1960s songwriters • barry mann • carole king • cynthia weil
This is a look at some notable and now legendary songwriters, and two great visionaries.
don kirshner • 1960s songwriters • barry mann • carole king • cynthia weil
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.
gerald levert • november • michael jackson • run dmc • o'jays
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.
gerald levert • november • michael jackson • run dmc • o'jays
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."
new attractions walt disney world • walt disney world parade • disneys hollywood studios • block party bash • disney parade with toys
Disney's Hollywood Studios presents a new daily parade featuring characters from "Toy Story," "A Bug's Life," "Monsters, Inc.," and "The Incredibles."
new attractions walt disney world • walt disney world parade • disneys hollywood studios • block party bash • disney parade with toys
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?
detroit tigers • pittsburgh pirates • carlos guillen • jack wilson • baseball trades
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?
detroit tigers • pittsburgh pirates • carlos guillen • jack wilson • baseball trades
Introducing Amy Winehouse
With her throwback sound, unique sense of personal style and self-destructive tendencies, Amy Winehouse is undeniably someone to watch.
amy winehouse • next big thing • back to black • amy winehouse critical acclaim • self-destructive tendencies
With her throwback sound, unique sense of personal style and self-destructive tendencies, Amy Winehouse is undeniably someone to watch.
amy winehouse • next big thing • back to black • amy winehouse critical acclaim • self-destructive tendencies
Music Mania
Read the highlights of The 2000 Billboard Music awards and find out what new releases are worth checking out.
billboard music awards • music • music awards • music releases • albums
Read the highlights of The 2000 Billboard Music awards and find out what new releases are worth checking out.
billboard music awards • music • music awards • music releases • albums
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
salif keita • charlie haden • brad meldhau • gladys knight • wynton marsalis
The 2008 TD Canada Trust Ottawa International Jazz Festival rounds out its line-up with the addition of four more mainstage names
salif keita • charlie haden • brad meldhau • gladys knight • wynton marsalis
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.
paris • hilton • jackson • o.j. • 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.
paris • hilton • jackson • o.j. • jail
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.
detroit symphony orchestra robot • asimo leads symphony • honda robot • the power of dreams string project • yo-yo ma
Honda's robot ASIMO conducts the Detroit Symphony Orchestra in an initiative to promote fun and innovative music education among Detroit's youth.
detroit symphony orchestra robot • asimo leads symphony • honda robot • the power of dreams string project • yo-yo ma
Summit Remainders
The bands I forgot to mention
the roots • max creek • summit fest 2001 • the persuasions • jambands
The bands I forgot to mention
the roots • max creek • summit fest 2001 • the persuasions • jambands
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.
vickie winans • happy holidays from vickie winans • destiny joy records • michael mcdonald • christmas music
Vickie Winans' promotional material promises "new arrangements and music color", but they all say that. The difference here is that she actually delivers.
vickie winans • happy holidays from vickie winans • destiny joy records • michael mcdonald • christmas music
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.
2008 mobo award winners • mobo award nominees • london award show • estelle and leona dominate mobo awards • leona lewis
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.
2008 mobo award winners • mobo award nominees • london award show • estelle and leona dominate mobo awards • leona lewis
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.
new orleans jazz & heritage festival • jazzfest • stevie wonder • billy joel • jimmy buffett
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.
new orleans jazz & heritage festival • jazzfest • stevie wonder • billy joel • jimmy buffett
80's Movies Rock
Here are five great films that haven't lost their impact over time.
great 80's movies • goonies • kids movies • family movies • clue
Here are five great films that haven't lost their impact over time.
great 80's movies • goonies • kids movies • family movies • clue
A Fine Frenzy
Introducing A Fine Frenzy. The band is led by charismatic (read: gorgeous) singer-songwriter Allison Sudol.
almost lover • allison sudol • a fine frenzy • one cell in the sea • vh1
Introducing A Fine Frenzy. The band is led by charismatic (read: gorgeous) singer-songwriter Allison Sudol.
almost lover • allison sudol • a fine frenzy • one cell in the sea • vh1
Andrew Osenga Interview
Andrew Osenga is an accomplished musician, a wise life-observer, and an articulate songwriter, so we knew any conversation with him would be sweet.
andrew osenga • morning • square pegs allliance • christian music • nashville musicians
Andrew Osenga is an accomplished musician, a wise life-observer, and an articulate songwriter, so we knew any conversation with him would be sweet.
andrew osenga • morning • square pegs allliance • christian music • nashville musicians
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