Tag Archives: Best of Motown

Weekend Open Thread | RIP, Lamont Dozier

Posted on August 12, 2022 by rikyrah

I thought that we would take this weekend to remember Lamont Dozier, who passed away this week at the age of 81. Lamont Dozier, who helped define the Motown sound, dies at 81 By Brian Murphy August 9, 2022 at … Continue reading →

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Saturday Open Thread | Best of Motown

Posted on July 26, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

The Jackson 5 (later known as the The Jacksons) are an American popular music family group from Gary, Indiana; a part of the Chicago metropolitan area. Formed in 1964 under the name The Jackson Brothers, the founding members were Jackie, … Continue reading →

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Friday Open Thread | Best of Motown

Posted on July 25, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success with Motown Records during the 1960s and 1970s. Known for their choreography, distinct harmonies, and flashy wardrobe, they were highly influential to R&B and soul music.[1] Known to always … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread | Best of Motown

Posted on July 24, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

Stevland Hardaway Morris (born May 13, 1950, as Stevland Hardaway Judkins),[1] known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist. A child prodigy, he has become one of the most creative and loved … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread | Best of Motown

Posted on July 23, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

Marvin Gaye (April 2, 1939 – April 1, 1984), born Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr.,[1] was an American singer-songwriter and musician. Gaye helped to shape the sound of Motown Records in the 1960s with a string of hits, including “How Sweet It Is … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread | Best of Motown

Posted on July 22, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

The Four Tops are an American vocal quartet from Detroit, Michigan who helped to define the city’s Motown sound of the 1960s. The group’s repertoire has included soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, doo-wop, jazz, and showtunes. Founded as The … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread | Best of Motown

Posted on July 21, 2014 by SouthernGirl2

The Supremes were an American female singing group and the premier act of Motown Records during the 1960s. Founded as the Primettes in Detroit, Michigan, in 1959, the Supremes were the most commercially successful of Motown’s acts and are, to … Continue reading →

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