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Motown turns 50, proud of musical, social legacy (Reuters)

Reuters - Motown has always been about more than music. As the soul empire turns 50 on Monday, its founders are looking back at its brand of music dubbed the "Motown sound" that remains popular today and the record company's role in breaking down racial barriers in America.

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Motown turns 50, proud of musical, social legacy (Reuters)

Yahoo! Music — Reuters - Motown has always been about more than music. As the soul empire turns 50 on Monday, its founders are looking back at its brand of music dubbed the "Motown soun... more info

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