Motown was at its height in the 1970s, but what was the song from the genre with the longest number one reign of that time?
Songwriters Hall of Famer Barrett Strong died in Detroit this week. He was 81. Strong co-wrote many of Motown’s most enduring hits, including “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “War,” “Just My ...
Strong's songwriting credits also include Edwin Starr's "War" and a wealth of material for the Temptations — “I Wish It Would Rain,” “Just My Imagination" and “Papa Was a Rolling Stone,” for which he ...
The Virginia Theatre brought Motown to Champaign on Friday night with expressive choreography, soulful vocals and glamorous costuming that transported the audience right back to the ’60s and ’70s.
Lamont Dozier, the Motown songwriter who was one third of possibly the greatest songwriting team of all time, died Monday. He was 81. Dozier’s family said he died “peacefully” at his home near ...
The 1970s was a transformative decade in music. It gave us nostalgia, change, diversity, and most importantly, unforgettable tracks that defined their respective genres. Some of the best rock songs ...