A must watch interview with Andre Harrell founder of Uptown Records. Sage advice, and truthfully, listening to Andre should give every indication as to why Uptown and his other ventures have been as successful as they have been.
20 years ago this week this song was #1 on The Billboard Charts. Definitely a song of the Summer of ’90. A fitting tribute to the J5. (more…)
Source: http://www.aliolliewoodson.com
Ali-Ollie Woodson, former frontman for the legendary Temptations throughout the 80′s and 90′s, has passed away at the age of 58. He had been reportedly battling leukemia since 2008. He was best known for co-writing and co-producing their 1984 hit single “Treat Her Like A Lady”. His most recent release was in 2001 with his solo album, “Right Here All Along“. He is survived by his wife Juanita. See how he’s being remembered around the web after the break.
Yet another great loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Woodson, Motown and Temptations family.
A great song is a great song and is often covered by a number of artists. Has the “cover” become a lost art?
You can file this under something you need to checkout if you haven’t already. Live From Daryl’s House is a monthly webcast concert series from, you guessed it Daryl Hall’s house.
As one half of the most successful duo in rock history Hall and Oates, (Hall and Oates have been sampled by artists such as De La Soul, Young Jeezy, Donnell Jones and Young Gunz) Daryl Hall forged his legacy as a songwriter and musician par excellence. At a time when he and many of his guests (who are legends in their own right) could be content to let their respective discographies speak for themselves, they choose to get together, rehearse and make music for the love of music. (more…)
April 1, 1984, the day the world stood still. Today, Marvin would have been 70 years old. In commemoration of Motown’s 50th anniversary and Marvin’s birthday, Motown has released Then & Now
This is a great post from Linda Postenreieder @ Petaluma360 regarding the re-release of Classic Motown artist, Chris Clark’s “Soul Sounds“, who’s finally getting her well deserved props.
The event is sold out, but here’s the link to the Pelican Art Gallery. More after the jump.
Berry Gordy, Motown’s founder states “I think Chris Clark is one of the greatest white authentic blues singers of all time. I was fascinated by her phrasing, her subtlety, her wit and her unadulterated soul. I hope this re-release will bring her the recognition and audience she deserves.”
As Motown celebrates its 50th Anniversary, Reel Music, by arrangement with Universal Music Group will be releasing Chris’ classic 1967 album “Soul Sounds” on CD for the first time in the USA in April 2009. Join Chris Clark at the Pelican Art Gallery to celebrate the exclusive pre-release of this CD on March 21st, 2009 from 2 – 5pm.
If there’s a defining presence to Chris Clark, it’s that her talent has it’s own unique vision. In the recording studio, on the pages of a script, on a proof sheet, or splashed across canvas, hers is a voice that resonates with individuality. As a long time member of Berry Gordy’s handpicked creative team, Chris’s skills were honed in the fast moving, highly competitive atmosphere of the early Motown years.
“Love’s Gone Bad” (Lamont Dozier, Brian Holland, Eddie Holland) Soul Sounds (Motown/1967)
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Chaka Khan and The Funk Brothers (aka “The best kept secret in the history of pop/soul music“). Is there anyone badder than Chaka? Or the Funk Brothers? Really?
More Funk Brothers after the jump.
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