Posts Tagged ‘motown’
Can you feel it? The Jacksons reissuing digital editions of last 3 albums
Expanded digital editions of The Jacksons’ last three studio albums will be released on April 30. Epic Records and Sony’s Legacy Recordings have announced 1980’s Triumph, 1984’s Victory and 1989’s…
Read MoreStevie Wonder explains why he’s moving to Ghana permanently
All-time music great Stevie Wonder declared with absolute resolve that he is moving to Ghana to live out the rest of his days. The 22-time Grammy-winner said he has grown…
Read MoreMary Wilson, co-founder of The Supremes, has died at 76
Mary Wilson, one of the founders of Motown’s most successful music group, The Supremes, has passed away in suburban Las Vegas. She was 76. There is no word yet as…
Read MoreRick James’ ‘Super Freak’ biopic series being developed
The life of funk and R&B legend Rick James is about to be transformed into a limited series. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Universal Studio Group’s UCP is developing the…
Read MoreStevie Wonder leaves Motown, new label launches strong
Stevie Wonder has quit Motown Records after almost six decades. The “Superstition” hitmaker was just 11 when he was signed to the iconic label and now he’s launched his own…
Read MoreStevie Wonder in very poor health
Motown music legend Stevie Wonder’s medical condition is reportedly grave. One of the most prolific and influential songwriters in American history is going to require a liver transplant after unsubstantiated…
Read MoreDiana Ross celebrates her 75th birthday with a celebrity bash
Motown legend, Diana Ross celebrated her 75th birthday with a star-studded bash on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. Guests included Diddy, Berry Gordy, Kris Jenner, and Diana’s son and daughter-in-law Evan Ross, Ashlee Simpson and…
Read MoreLexi Allen on her gospel album ‘Just Listen,’ upcoming nuptials and God’s favor
Gospel singer and social media sensation Lexi Allen is one of the funniest women in gospel music. When she’s not making people laugh via her YouTube skits that have garnered…
Read MoreJennifer Lopez blasted by Black Twitter for Motown tribute during Grammys
When the officials at the Grammys announced that Jennifer Lopez would do a tribute to Motown, many on social media expressed concerns. But some decided to give Lopez a chance…
Read MoreBlack Twitter loses it as J-Lo is picked to perform Motown songs at Grammys
So this is how far the mighty Motown has fallen. Most music fans remember that Motown, one of the most successful and prolific record labels of all time, once celebrated its…
Read MoreIcewear Vezzo on Detroit, Motown and having ‘Clarity’
Rapper Icewear Vezzo hails from 6 Mile in Detroit and is continuing the legacy of quality music to come out of the one and only Motown. We spoke with Vezzo…
Read MoreDetroit artist Sam Austins shows love to Rihanna on ‘Fenty’
Sam Austins is a name that’s mentioned often in Detroit. Austins is related to Motown legends Barrett Strong and Harold Bonhart. Bonhart is his dad and songwriter Strong is his…
Read More5 Detroit hip-hop artists who keep the culture lit
Often in a metropolitan city, there’s a slew of talent that creates the soundtrack to city-goers’ lives. With each show, both in-state and out, these artists build upon momentum while…
Read MoreDetroit vocalist Pete Moore of The Miracles dies at 78
Warren “Pete” Moore has died at the age of 78. The late-singer was a member of The Miracles with Smokey Robinson, Claudette Robinson and Robert “Bobby” Rogers. He also co-wrote…
Read MoreRonnie McNeir, of legendary group The Four Tops, honored with street renaming
Ronnie McNeir, of the legendary Motown recording group The Four Tops, was recently honored in a street renaming ceremony by the city of Pontiac, MI. The street E. Wilson Street…
Read MoreBeth Griffith lays you down with her ‘Pillow Talk’
Photo credit: Sterling Photography Singer, songwriter and actress Beth Griffith may be new to you, but she has been in the music industry since she was in the womb. Her…
Read More‘Motown the Musical’ moves Detroit
Broadway is back in Detroit with Motown the Musical. Rolling out recently caught the show at the historic Fisher Theatre. Giving an intimate view of Berry Gordy‘s trials and triumphs, it tells…
Read MoreLegendary R&B songwriter and producer Leon Ware dead at 77
Leon Ware, one of R&B and pop music’s most famous singers-musicians-songwriters, has died and music has lost a true legend that was widely respected and emulated. Ware was a Detroit…
Read MoreStevie Wonder honored with street dedication in Detroit
Photo Credit: Montez Miller Legendary musician Stevie Wonder took Detroit to higher ground on Wednesday, Dec. 21 with the dedication of a street in his honor. Hundreds of devoted fans braved the…
Read MoreSebastian Kole’s new album is all about feeling
EP Entertainment/Motown recording artist Sebastian Kole is undeniably bringing back the feeling of love with his new album titled, SOUP. The 27-year-old singer-songwriter believes the music industry has become primarily…
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