Reliving the Magic of Motown: A Flashback to the Legendary Concert
Over the past couple of years, there has been a renewed interest in iconic moments from music history. We’ve seen this trend with the resurgence of vinyl records, the popularity of biopics about legendary artists, and the rebroadcast of landmark concerts. One such momentous event was the legendary TV special, “Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever”. First aired on NBC in 1983, it marked a pivotal moment in music history, featuring performances from Motown icons like Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and The Supremes. After decades of being locked away in the vaults, this special was rebroadcast on PBS, allowing a new generation of fans to experience the magic of Motown.
Motown 25: Yesterday, Today, Forever
Where were you when Michael Jackson unveiled his iconic moonwalk for the very first time? This cultural milestone was one of many incredible moments that took place during “Motown 25”. The historic concert event was rebroadcast on PBS, giving fans a second chance to witness the magic and history of both the television special and the famed record label.
Star-Studded Line-Up and Historic Performances
Produced by de Passe Jones Entertainment and Berry Gordy’s West Grand Media, “Motown 25” showcased virtually every Motown artist from the company’s inception. The show also featured many guests outside the Motown Records sphere who had been influenced by Motown artists, setting the gold standard for all future televised concert events.
Motown 25: A Piece of Music History
“Motown 25”, being jointly distributed by StarVista Entertainment/Time Life, producer TJ Lubinsky and de Passe Jone Entertainment, was used for PBS’ March Pledge Event. The event offered premiums including tickets to “Motown: The Musical”, as well as a remastered DVD of the full concert with over an hour of bonus material.
The Impact and Legacy of Motown 25
“With the popularity of ‘Motown: The Musical’ and the program’s recent success on DVD, there’s never been a better time to re-air the original broadcast”, says Suzanne de Passe, the Executive Producer of the TV show. “Whether you’re discovering that incredible night of music for the very first time, or are a huge fan of Motown eagerly awaiting the show’s return to TV, ‘Motown 25’ offers a lifetime of magic and memories for all.”
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