The concept for what would be come legends of motown was born in 2010 out of another project entitled baby love a tribute to the premier act of motown records the supremes. Due to the chinese exclusion act, fongtorres father, ricardo fongtorres born fong kwok seung, changed his surname to torres and posed as a filipino citizen in order to. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. Of the labels seemingly endless budgetpriced hits collections, the motown legends series ranks among the best, giving consumers exactly what they want. Legends of motown is a 14 piece cast of singers and musicians performing live lookalikesoundalike tributes to the most.
Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device. It took 3 weeks to arrive but was well packaged and well worth the wait. Walker and the all stars rhythm and blues 1966 time life 392146 the showmen beach music classics, vol. Stream motown soul legends by commodores on amazon music. Listen to your favorite songs from motown soul legends by commodores now. Ill always love this kind of music even though i couldnt possibly have any sufficient knowledge about it since im only 24 years old. Standing in the shadows of motown is the soundtrack to the samenamed documentary and book, which recount the remarkable journey of phenomenal unknown greats like drummer benny benjamin. All the number one singles of americas most successful vocal group of alltime were performed with vocals true to the original recordings. An african american historical art print created to pay tribute to the legacy of motown records and all of the incredibly talented musicians and vocalists that recorded for the revered record label. Many thanks for your patience from the legends of motown cast and crew. The latest in an ongoing series wherein legendary detroit label motown revisits their back catalogue through alternate versions of their hits and lesser known tracks, motown unreleased 1966.
Volumes 1 and 2 were originally called british motown chartbusters. Standing in the shadows of motown original soundtrack. Click on to see some of the legendary labels living legends. Motown records, the sound of young america during its 1960s heyday, was a throwback to the powerful hollywood movie studios of the 1930s and 1940s, running all aspects of its artists careers.
Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Playlist for saturday, september 9, 2017 soul circuit. This useful but often flat history of legendary motown records is the first musicrelated work by posner, who is best known for his books on the assassinations of john f. It was great while it lasted, but over the years most of the. Kindle direct publishing indie digital publishing made easy. Motown legends tribute to motown records by wishum gregory. We bring top quality entertainment from the early days of. The program was taped before a live studio audience at the pasadena civic auditorium in pasadena, california on march 25, 1983, and broadcast on nbc on may 16. The firm was formed in 2003 by its ceo, paul loeber, who is also ceo and founder of entertainment superstars. Amazon just do it for me time and time again thanks. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Berry gordy recreates the legend of motown cbs news.
Best motown books 34 books meet your next favorite book. Motown legends, volume 3 cd 1994 umvd special markets. The songs here were recorded at a live concert by the surviving funk brothers including bandleader john hunter, guitarist joe messina, and drummer uriel. Andiamo restaurants present the legends of motown starring the temptations and the four tops with special guests the stylistics will perform at michigan lottery amphitheatre at freedom hill as part of the fifth third bank concert series on saturday, july 14 at 7. Playlist for saturday, august 24, 2019 soul circuit with. The inclusion of marvin gayes classic i heard it through the grapevine on any album certainly helps the cause along. He called the detroit house he set up shop in hitsville u. Each of this third volumes 11 tracks is a true classic, and although its difficult and more than a little ridiculous to even play favorites with music. Find tickets to legends of motown on saturday may 9 at 5. Motown records is an american record label owned by universal music group. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Originals the classic songs that inspired the broadway show spec add to wishlist.
Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. In total, 12 editions were released in the uk between 1967 and 1982. I love tamala motown music and have loved listening to all the various different artists and great songs. But several of motowns biggest stars are still living, recording, performing and doing their best to keep motowns legacy alive. Dennis edwards, lead singer with motown legends the temptations from 1968 up to 1977 and again in later years, has died in chicago at the age of 74. Ship this item qualifies for free shipping buy online, pick up in store is currently unavailable, but this item may be available for instore purchase. Motown unreleased 1966 gathers classics, rare tracks. Motown legends tribute to motown records by wishum. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Motown chartbusters is a series of compilation albums first released by emi under licence on the tamla motown label in britain. Motown legends is a businesstobusiness resource for concert promoters and event planning professionals. Come down and experience a night filled with classics by artists such as the jackson five, the vandellas and diana ross and the supremes.
Its name, a portmanteau of motor and town, has become a nickname for detroit, where the label was originally headquartered motown played an important role in the racial integration of. Due to recent events, all upcoming shows are being rescheduled. The supremes, one of the biggest acts in the history of the record label motown. Visit musicmagpie for great deals and super savings with free delivery today.
Motown chartbusters volume 3 by various artists audio cd. The motown album goodreads meet your next favorite book. A motown christmas full album a motown greatest hits songs a motown merry christmas 2020 duration. Join highly acclaimed and talented vocalists carrie pereira, allira wilson and matt allen as they pay tribute to some of the worlds greatest motown hits.
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