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Motown scores its first No 1

4742 days ago
Guardian MusicNovember 1961: Number 9 in our series of the 50 key events in the history of pop musicThe US postal service might not seem like the most romantic of subjects for a pop record, but Motown could inject magic into any situation. The Marvelettes's debut ... more info

Five questions with Raphael Saadiq

4750 days ago
Detroit Free PressRaphael Saadiq is one of the primary go-to artists if you are any kind of an of old-school R&B fan. His latest album, "Stone Rollin,' " evokes Sly Stone, Chuck Berry, Stevie Wonder and Smokey Robinson in equal measures. more info

Why the Ivor Novello awards are an industry favourite

4763 days ago
Guardian MusicThere's a reason why speeches at the Ivor Novellos – such as Plan B's ode to his 'alcoholic grandfather' – are so touching. It's because artists respect a ceremony that rewards songwritingAt the Ivor Novello awards yesterday, Plan B thanked his "... more info

Motown Records founder plans musical about his life

4763 days ago
Guardian MusicBerry Gordy developing autobiographical production featuring songs by Diana Ross and Smokey Robinson, say reportsBerry Gordy, the 81-year-old founder of Motown Records, is reportedly developing an autobiographical musical with a planned budget of $10... more info

Motown founder Berry Gordy puts $100 million into musical about his life

4764 days ago
NMEMusic of Aretha Franklin and Smokey Robinson to feature in production more info

Warren Haynes - Man in Motion (RS album stream)

4780 days ago
Totally Fuzzy The Allman Brothers guitarist is releasing his long-awaited solo disc on May 10th Warren Haynes has devoted so much time to the Allman Brothers Band, the Dead and Gov't Mule during the past 20 years that he's barely had any space for a solo career.... more info

Plan B: The Defamation Of Strickland Banks

4791 days ago
Press PlayI've been waiting for the release of this album for what feels like an eternity.  I'm a pretty solid Plan B fan.  If you've never heard of him, he's like The Streets meets Smokey Robinson meets Mayer Hawthorne.  Modern day motown.  Excellent voic... more info

Paul McDonald – Live With Regis and Kelly – VIDEO

4795 days ago
Mjsbigblog Paul McDonald kicked off his New York City media tour this morning on Live with Regis and Kelly where he sang a sweet acoustic version of Smokey Robinson’s “Tracks of My Tears” and answered questions about Twilight gal-pal, Nikki Reed. I’ll ... more info

Berri Farley releases debut E.P amidst praise from Music Week and Irish Times

4795 days ago
AltsoundsSometimes the classics are the best – from the Motown of the Isley Brothers and Smokey Robinson to soul legends like Gladys Knight and Etta James, there is a timeless appeal to beautifully crafted songs performed with soul, verve and abov... more info

Upcoming big shows: Celtic Woman, Smokey Robinson, Rod Stewart & Stevie Nicks

4814 days ago
Detroit Free PressCeltic Woman: Songs from the Heart: 7:30 p.m. April 7. Fox Theatre, $34.50-$70.50. David Bromberg: 8 p.m. April 7. The Ark, $35, $42. DATSIK: 8 p.m. April 8. Royal Oak Music Theatre, $20. more info

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