Diana Ross Magic: Two Northern California Shows
Diana Ross returns to San Francisco's Golden Gate Theatre for two exclusive Northern California performances on August 6 & 7, 2013. The Motown legend's comeback...
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CARRY to Honor Tyler Perry and Others at Annual Gala Event
Tyler Perry will be honored at CARRY's annual gala on May 11, 2013, alongside other advocates for at-risk youth. The Beverly Hilton event features Motown...
Smokey Robinson Signs With Verve for Duets Album
Motown legend Smokey Robinson signs with Verve Music Group for his 29th album, a unique duets project featuring his greatest hits with contemporary artists....
Berry Gordy Will Receive Pioneer Award
Motown founder Berry Gordy will receive the prestigious Pioneer Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame on June 13th in New York City....
Ne-Yo Signs Sonna Rele to Universal Motown Records
Ne-Yo signs international artist Sonna Rele to Universal Motown Records in his role as Senior VP of A&R. He surprised her on stage in London...
Lenny’s Out and Jesse L. Martin is in to Play Marvin Gaye
Jesse L. Martin replaces Lenny Kravitz to play Marvin Gaye in upcoming biopic 'Sexual Healing' after Gaye's son expressed contempt about the original casting....
Founding Member of the Miracles Dies: R.I.P Bobby Rogers
Bobby Rogers, founding member of the Miracles and Motown legend, died at age 73. Born same day as Smokey Robinson, he helped form the iconic...
Smokey Robinson’s Human Nature: Motown Show
Smokey Robinson Presents Human Nature: The Motown Show opens at The Venetian Las Vegas with star-studded premiere. Australian vocal group brings classic Motown hits....
Ne-Yo to Headline 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba
Ne-Yo headlines the 2013 Soul Beach Music Festival in Aruba, May 22-27. The Grammy winner performs at Nikki Beach Amphitheatre on closing night....
PBS to Air An Evening With Berry Gordy Starting February 3
PBS airs An Evening With Berry Gordy starting February 3rd, featuring the Motown founder's life story with performances by Valerie Simpson, KEM, and Janelle Mon�e....
Jermaine Jackson Files Legal Docs to Change Name
Jermaine Jackson has filed legal documents to change his last name from Jackson to Jacksun for artistic reasons. The 57-year-old singer's petition is pending review...
Tammi Terrell’s Tragic Journey from Motown Star to Survivor
TV One's documentary reveals Tammi Terrell's tragic life story, from her successful Motown duets with Marvin Gaye to her struggles with abuse and brain cancer...
Marvin Gaye’s Trouble Man Soundtrack 40th Anniversary
Marvin Gaye's 1972 Trouble Man soundtrack gets a 40th anniversary reissue featuring the original album plus 29 unreleased tracks and the complete film score....
Ne-Yo on Lady Gaga: Icon or Not?
Ne-Yo questions Lady Gaga's icon status in new interview, asking 'where is she right now?' The Motown VP suggests today's artists don't stand the test...
Kev Ross Launches Tribute Collection of Music Industry Icons
Kev Ross announces ambitious tribute collection featuring sketch art of music industry legends. First series 'Trailblazers' will spotlight Berry Gordy and 14 other industry pioneers...
Legendary Motown Bassist Bob Babbitt Passes Away at 74
Legendary Motown bassist Bob Babbitt, member of the Funk Brothers, passed away at 74 from brain cancer complications. He played on iconic hits like 'What's...
Celebrate Sparkle: Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
Whitney Houston's final recorded performances headline the Sparkle soundtrack, releasing July 31st. The Motown-era film remake stars Jordin Sparks and features tracks from CeeLo Green....
Berry Gordy Statement on Whitney Houston
Berry Gordy, Motown founder, pays tribute to Whitney Houston calling her an amazing artist and beautiful person with remarkable musical knowledge....
Berry Gordy Statement on Passing of Don Cornelius
Berry Gordy pays tribute to Don Cornelius, calling him a pioneer who showcased Black talent through Soul Train. The Motown founder praised Cornelius as a...
GAMBLE & HUFF STATEMENT ON NICK ASHFORD’S PASSING
Legendary producers Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff pay tribute to Nick Ashford of Ashford & Simpson, crediting him with producing their hit 'I'm Gonna Make...
REVIEW: The Spinners, UNSUNG
TV One's Unsung explores The Spinners' turbulent history, from Motown struggles to Philippe Wynne's ego conflicts that nearly destroyed the legendary R&B group....
“THE MARVELETTES” FORMER LEAD SINGER GLADYS HORTON HAS DIED
Gladys Horton, co-founder and former lead singer of Motown's The Marvelettes, has died at age 66. She led the group on their #1 hit 'Please...
Teena Marie Services: Update & Condolences
Teena Marie died peacefully after suffering a seizure 6 weeks prior. Memorial service details and condolence address for fans announced by her daughter....
WOW Look at 66-Year-Old Diana Ross
Diana Ross performed at the Nokia Theater in Los Angeles, showcasing her timeless talent at 66 years old. The legendary Motown icon continues to captivate...
Soul Music’s Comeback: K’Jon and Maxwell Lead
I agree, the music industry is in dire need of some SOUL and while this reporter gives credit to both K’Jon and Maxwell, he failed...
