Jermaine Jackson Changes Name to Jermaine Jacksun
Jermaine Jackson officially changed his name to Jermaine Jacksun for artistic reasons. The 58-year-old Jackson 5 member got court approval for the name change....
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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....
R.I.P Former Temptation’s Member Damon Harris
Former Temptations member Damon Harris died at age 62 from prostate cancer complications. He replaced Eddie Kendricks and was the youngest member when he joined...
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 Monáe....
Great Songs That Should Never Be Remade by Another Artist
Certain legendary songs by Michael Jackson, Marvin Gaye, and other R&B icons are too perfect to remake. These timeless classics should remain untouched....
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...
UNSUNG REVIEW: Mary Wells
TV One's Unsung explores Mary Wells' tragic story as Motown's first female star whose career crumbled after leaving the label. Despite topping The Beatles with...
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....
Teena Marie Remembered as a Trailblazer in R&B Music
Remembering Teena Marie as a groundbreaking R&B artist whose talent transcended racial boundaries. Berry Gordy kept her identity secret to let her voice speak first....
Teena Marie Has Died: Who Was Teena Marie
Soul and R&B legend Teena Marie has died, leaving behind a legacy of hits like 'Square Biz' and 'Fire and Desire' with Rick James....
Teena Marie Has Died: Who Was Teena Marie
R&B legend Teena Marie has died, confirmed by sources close to her family. The iconic white soul singer known for hits like 'Square Biz' passed...
Urban Music History: 5th Dimension’s “Love Hangover”
The 5th Dimension originally recorded "Love Hangover" in 1976 before Diana Ross's famous version. Industry politics intervened when the song was climbing charts....
Urban Music History: 5th Dimension & “Love Hangover”
The 5th Dimension originally recorded 'Love Hangover' in 1976 before Diana Ross's famous version. Industry politics interrupted their chart success when Motown gave the song...