Exactly 56 years ago, on March 16, 1970, legendary Motown artist Tammi Terrell tragically died at the age of 24 following complications from a brain tumor. 🎬SIGN UP for Parade's Daily newsletter to ...

Motown had a roster of hit songwriters who understood the power of an unforgettable lyric, creating timeless hooks we'll never forget.

Motown gave soul music broad appeal with its iconic beat, earworm hooks, and call-and-response gospel vocals. But the Detroit label, founded by Berry Gordy Jr. as Tamla Records in 1959, was much more ...

Do Elemental’s budget Motown reissues deliver? A clear-eyed review of Four Tops and Supremes albums from the late ’60s and early ’70s. Elemental Music’s affordable reissue series brings classic Motown ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Jamerson might not be the most famous bassist, but millions have fallen in love with his work. He was part of "The Funk Brothers," ...

Students view an excerpt from the Motown Amp investigation in which they learn about bassist James Jamerson and the role of Motown Records in the Civil Rights Movement. They then analyze Motown’s role ...

The 1960s: a decade of social upheaval, cultural revolution, and a soundtrack that defined a generation. From the British Invasion to Motown's soulful grooves, the era gifted us with a plethora of ...

Motown Records is integral to the cultural fabric of Detroit, which is perhaps why the label went so quickly downhill when it moved operations to Los Angeles.

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