The founder of Motown Records was born in the city he helped make synonymous with soulfulness, Detroit, on November 28, 1929.Published on November 28, 2024 By Paul Sexton Photo: Gilles Petard/Redferns A company that was started with a loan of $800 went on to help shape the sound of ...
Recognizing his potential, Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records, signed him at the tender age of 11. Over the years, Wonder's musical prowess has transcended time and genres, making him one of the most successful and innovative musicians in the second half of the 20th century. He ...
Carol was the B Side of Johnny B Goode both rock and roll foundation stones from the Poet of Rock N Roll. Chuck Berry who combined his influences Blues, Ballads and Country music into a winning formula that inspired generations of guitarists in technique and presentation. His playing has shap...
the founder of Motown Records, signed him at the tender age of 11. Over the years, Wonder's musical prowess has transcended time and genres, making him one of the most successful and innovative musicians in the second half of the 20th century. He has released numerous hit singles and album...
While death is an inevitable part of life, that fact doesn’t make it any easier when it is reported that someone has died. Hunt spent his formative years growing up on the South Side of Chicago. It was here that he developed a passion for art, spending hours at the Art Institute of...
Performer: duet with Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye and Smokey Robinson Pops We Love You (A Tribute to Father of Motown founder, Berry Gordy) 1977 Composer, producer, arranger and performer Sir Duke 1977 Composer, producer, arranger and performer Another Star 1977 Composer, producer, arranger...
22 – Wayne Swinny (59): Founding member of the band Saliva – Died at the age of 59. Just a few hours before his death, it was announced that the guitarist had been hospitalized after suffering a brain hemorrhage – age 59. 23 – Steve Mackey (56):Notable as Pulp’s bassist, contr...
It was a life that took him from peanut farming to the presidency. While former President Jimmy Carter ’s time in the White House only lasted one term, the decades afterward were defined by humanitarian work that affected people all around the world.
The name of Jody was the end product of a competition run in the local newspaper, The West Lothian Courier , where the winner had a day out in the studio watching the band record. Needless to say, the single was never released, although about 6 demo 7" singles were pressed. The band...
the rhythm isn’t what everyone else would have played, and there’s a reason why Keith Richards gushes about Charlie while dishing on just about everyone else in his autobiography,Life. Watts’ drumming was an understated but integral part of the Stones’ — and therefore, rock and roll’...