SettingsMotown artists
702 (band)
702, named after the area code of their hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada, is an American platinum-selling R&B trio.
702, named after the area code of their hometown of Las Vegas, Nevada, is an American platinum-selling R&B trio.
98 Degrees
98 Degrees is an American adult contemporary boy band consisting of four vocalists: brothers Nick and Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre, and Jeff Timmons.
98 Degrees is an American adult contemporary boy band consisting of four vocalists: brothers Nick and Drew Lachey, Justin Jeffre, and Jeff Timmons.
Al Cleveland
Al Cleveland (born Alfred W. Cleveland, March 11, 1930) is a former American songwriter for the Motown label.
Al Cleveland (born Alfred W. Cleveland, March 11, 1930) is a former American songwriter for the Motown label.
Amos Milburn
Amos Milburn (April 1, 1927 – January 3, 1980) was an African American rhythm and blues singer, and pianist, popular during the 1940s and 1950s.
Amos Milburn (April 1, 1927 – January 3, 1980) was an African American rhythm and blues singer, and pianist, popular during the 1940s and 1950s.
Another Bad Creation
Another Bad Creation (sometimes called ABC for short) were an American R&B and rap musical group from Atlanta, Georgia.
Another Bad Creation (sometimes called ABC for short) were an American R&B and rap musical group from Atlanta, Georgia.
Apollo (quintet)
Apollo was an American R&B/disco group that recorded for Motown in the late 1970s.
Apollo was an American R&B/disco group that recorded for Motown in the late 1970s.
Arthur "T-Boy" Ross
Arthur "T-Boy" Ross (February 28, 1949 – May 30, 1996) was an American singer and songwriter most notable for his collaborations with Leon Ware and for being the younger brother of Diana Ross.
Arthur "T-Boy" Ross (February 28, 1949 – May 30, 1996) was an American singer and songwriter most notable for his collaborations with Leon Ware and for being the younger brother of Diana Ross.
Ashford & Simpson
Nickolas Ashford, and Valerie Simpson, were a husband and wife songwriting/production team and recording artists.
Nickolas Ashford, and Valerie Simpson, were a husband and wife songwriting/production team and recording artists.
Barbara Randolph
Barbara Randolph (5 May 1942 - 15 July 2002) was an African American singer and actress who recorded for Motown Records in the 1960s.
Barbara Randolph (5 May 1942 - 15 July 2002) was an African American singer and actress who recorded for Motown Records in the 1960s.
Barrett Strong
Barrett Strong is an American singer and songwriter.
Barrett Strong is an American singer and songwriter.
Bill Cosby
William Henry "Bill" Cosby, Jr. is an American comedian, actor, author, television producer, educator, musician and activist.
William Henry "Bill" Cosby, Jr. is an American comedian, actor, author, television producer, educator, musician and activist.
Billy Preston
William Everett "Billy" Preston was a musician whose work included R&B, rock, soul, funk and gospel.
William Everett "Billy" Preston was a musician whose work included R&B, rock, soul, funk and gospel.
Blaze (band)
Blaze is a house-music group formed in 1984 in New Jersey, USA.
Blaze is a house-music group formed in 1984 in New Jersey, USA.
Blinky (singer)
Sondra “Blinky” Williams (born May 21, 1944 in Oakland, California) is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter.
Sondra “Blinky” Williams (born May 21, 1944 in Oakland, California) is an American R&B and soul singer-songwriter.
Bobby Darin
Bobby Darin (born Walden Robert Cassotto; May 14, 1936 – December 20, 1973) was an American singer who performed in a range of music genres, including pop, rock, jazz, folk and country.
Bobby Darin (born Walden Robert Cassotto; May 14, 1936 – December 20, 1973) was an American singer who performed in a range of music genres, including pop, rock, jazz, folk and country.
Bobby King
Bobby King is an American gospel-style, R&B, soul singer.
Bobby King is an American gospel-style, R&B, soul singer.
Bobby Nunn (musician)
Bobby Nunn is an American R&B producer, songwriter and vocalist, best known for his Top 15 US Billboard R&B chart hit single, "She's Just A Groupie.
Bobby Nunn is an American R&B producer, songwriter and vocalist, best known for his Top 15 US Billboard R&B chart hit single, "She's Just A Groupie.
Bobby Rogers
Bobby Rogers (born Robert E. Rogers on February 19, 1940) is an American soul singer and songwriter, notable as a member of Motown Records' first signed act and first million selling group...
Bobby Rogers (born Robert E. Rogers on February 19, 1940) is an American soul singer and songwriter, notable as a member of Motown Records' first signed act and first million selling group...
Bobby Smith (R&B singer)
Robert "Bobby" Smith (sometimes spelled Bobbie; born April 10, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American R&B singer, noted as the principal lead singer of the soul vocal group, The Spinner...
Robert "Bobby" Smith (sometimes spelled Bobbie; born April 10, 1936 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American R&B singer, noted as the principal lead singer of the soul vocal group, The Spinner...
Bobby Smith (rhythm and blues singer)
Robert "Bobby" Smith is an American R&B singer, noted as the principal lead singer of the soul vocal group, The Spinners, also known as the Detroit Spinners or the Motown Spinners.
Robert "Bobby" Smith is an American R&B singer, noted as the principal lead singer of the soul vocal group, The Spinners, also known as the Detroit Spinners or the Motown Spinners.
Bobby Taylor & the Vancouvers
Bobby Taylor & the Vancouvers were a soul band from Vancouver, British Columbia.
Bobby Taylor & the Vancouvers were a soul band from Vancouver, British Columbia.
Bonnie Pointer
Patricia Eva "Bonnie" Pointer is an American R&B and disco singer, most notable for being the next-to-youngest member of the 1970s and 1980s family music group, The Pointer Sisters.
Patricia Eva "Bonnie" Pointer is an American R&B and disco singer, most notable for being the next-to-youngest member of the 1970s and 1980s family music group, The Pointer Sisters.
Boyz II Men
Boyz II Men is an American R&B vocal group best known for emotional ballads and a cappella harmonies.
Boyz II Men is an American R&B vocal group best known for emotional ballads and a cappella harmonies.
Brenda Holloway
Brenda Holloway is an American singer and songwriter, who was a recording artist for the Motown label during the 1960s.
Brenda Holloway is an American singer and songwriter, who was a recording artist for the Motown label during the 1960s.
Brian Holland
Brian Holland is an American songwriter and record producer, best known as a member of Holland–Dozier–Holland, the songwriting and production team that was responsible for much of the Motown sou...
Brian Holland is an American songwriter and record producer, best known as a member of Holland–Dozier–Holland, the songwriting and production team that was responsible for much of the Motown sou...
Brian McKnight
Brian McKnight is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, producer, and R&B musician.
Brian McKnight is an American singer-songwriter, arranger, producer, and R&B musician.
Bunny DeBarge
Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge is an American soul singer-songwriter, best known as the lone female sibling of the Motown family group DeBarge.
Etterlene "Bunny" DeBarge is an American soul singer-songwriter, best known as the lone female sibling of the Motown family group DeBarge.
Caroline Crawford
Caroline Crawford was a vocalist on Motown's Tamla label in the 1960s.
Caroline Crawford was a vocalist on Motown's Tamla label in the 1960s.
Charlemagne (songwriting team)
Charlemagne was a successful songwriting team made up of James Carmichael, Ronald Miller and Kathy Wakefield that worked for Motown in the 1970s.
Charlemagne was a successful songwriting team made up of James Carmichael, Ronald Miller and Kathy Wakefield that worked for Motown in the 1970s.
Charlene (singer)
Charlene Marilynn D'Angelo (born June 1, 1950, Hollywood, California) is an American R&B singer best known as Charlene.
Charlene Marilynn D'Angelo (born June 1, 1950, Hollywood, California) is an American R&B singer best known as Charlene.
Chico DeBarge
Jonathan Arthur "Chico" DeBarge is an American R&B singer and a younger brother of the members of the Motown family act DeBarge.
Jonathan Arthur "Chico" DeBarge is an American R&B singer and a younger brother of the members of the Motown family act DeBarge.
Choker Campbell
Walter Luzar "Choker" Campbell (March 21, 1916 - July 20, 1993) was an American musician.
Walter Luzar "Choker" Campbell (March 21, 1916 - July 20, 1993) was an American musician.
Cholly Atkins
Charles “Cholly” Atkins was an American dancer and vaudeville performer, who later became noted as the house choreographer for the various artists on the Motown label.
Charles “Cholly” Atkins was an American dancer and vaudeville performer, who later became noted as the house choreographer for the various artists on the Motown label.
Chris Clark (singer)
Chris Clark (born February 1, 1946 in Santa Cruz, California) is an American soul singer who recorded for Motown Records.
Chris Clark (born February 1, 1946 in Santa Cruz, California) is an American soul singer who recorded for Motown Records.
Clarence Paul
Clarence Otto Pauling (March 19, 1928 – May 6, 1995), better known as Clarence Paul, was a songwriter and record producer for Detroit's Motown Records.
Clarence Otto Pauling (March 19, 1928 – May 6, 1995), better known as Clarence Paul, was a songwriter and record producer for Detroit's Motown Records.
Claudette Rogers Robinson
Claudette Rogers Robinson is an African-American soul singer, a member of The Miracles from 1957 to 1972.
Claudette Rogers Robinson is an African-American soul singer, a member of The Miracles from 1957 to 1972.
Cuba Gooding, Sr.
Cuba Gooding, Sr. is the lead singer of the soul group The Main Ingredient, most notable for its two biggest hits, "Everybody Plays the Fool" and "Just Don't Want to Be Lonely".
Cuba Gooding, Sr. is the lead singer of the soul group The Main Ingredient, most notable for its two biggest hits, "Everybody Plays the Fool" and "Just Don't Want to Be Lonely".
David Ruffin
Davis Eli "David" Ruffin was an American soul singer and musician most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations from 1964 to 1968.
Davis Eli "David" Ruffin was an American soul singer and musician most famous for his work as one of the lead singers of the Temptations from 1964 to 1968.
Dazz Band
The Dazz Band is an American funk music band that was most popular in the early 1980s.
The Dazz Band is an American funk music band that was most popular in the early 1980s.
DeBarge
DeBarge was a sibling music group of American origin whose repertoire included R&B, soul, funk, pop, adult contemporary and gospel.
DeBarge was a sibling music group of American origin whose repertoire included R&B, soul, funk, pop, adult contemporary and gospel.
DeBarge family
The DeBarge family is a family of rhythm and blues artists from Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The DeBarge family is a family of rhythm and blues artists from Detroit and Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Debbie Dean (singer)
Reba Jeanette Smith, known professionally as Debbie Dean was an American singer who was the first white solo artist to record for Motown.
Reba Jeanette Smith, known professionally as Debbie Dean was an American singer who was the first white solo artist to record for Motown.
Deke Richards
Deke Richards, also known as Dennis Lussier and Deke Lussier, is a songwriter and record producer, one of many white musicians/songwriters who were affiliated with Motown.
Deke Richards, also known as Dennis Lussier and Deke Lussier, is a songwriter and record producer, one of many white musicians/songwriters who were affiliated with Motown.
Dennis Edwards
Dennis Edwards is a soul and R&B singer, most noted for being one of Motown act The Temptations' lead singers replacing David Ruffin.
Dennis Edwards is a soul and R&B singer, most noted for being one of Motown act The Temptations' lead singers replacing David Ruffin.
Dorsey Burnette
Dorsey Burnette (December 28, 1932, Memphis, Tennessee - August 19, 1979, Canoga Park, California) was an early Rockabilly singer.
Dorsey Burnette (December 28, 1932, Memphis, Tennessee - August 19, 1979, Canoga Park, California) was an early Rockabilly singer.
Drake (entertainer)
Aubrey Drake Graham, who records under the mononym Drake, is a Canadian recording artist and actor.
Aubrey Drake Graham, who records under the mononym Drake, is a Canadian recording artist and actor.
Drake Bell
Jared Drake Bell, better known as Drake Bell, is an American actor, comedian, musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional television director.
Jared Drake Bell, better known as Drake Bell, is an American actor, comedian, musician, singer-songwriter, record producer, and occasional television director.
Earl Van Dyke
Earl Van Dyke was an African American soul musician, most notable as the main keyboardist for Motown Records' in-house Funk Brothers band during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Earl Van Dyke was an African American soul musician, most notable as the main keyboardist for Motown Records' in-house Funk Brothers band during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Edward Holland, Jr.
Edward Holland, Jr. is an American singer, songwriter and record producer.
Edward Holland, Jr. is an American singer, songwriter and record producer.
El DeBarge
Eldra Patrick "El" DeBarge is an American R&B/pop singer-songwriter, known as the lead singer and co-founder of the R&B/soul music family group DeBarge throughout the early to mid-1980s.
Eldra Patrick "El" DeBarge is an American R&B/pop singer-songwriter, known as the lead singer and co-founder of the R&B/soul music family group DeBarge throughout the early to mid-1980s.
Erykah Badu
Erica Abi Wright, better known by her stage name Erykah Badu, is a Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter, record producer, activist and actress.
Erica Abi Wright, better known by her stage name Erykah Badu, is a Grammy Award-winning American singer-songwriter, record producer, activist and actress.
Fizzy Qwick
Fizzy Qwick (born Debravon Lewis on February 9, 1953) is an American singer and songwriter who has recorded in various musical styles ranging from R&B to New Wave.
Fizzy Qwick (born Debravon Lewis on February 9, 1953) is an American singer and songwriter who has recorded in various musical styles ranging from R&B to New Wave.
Four Tops
The Four Tops are an American vocal quartet, whose repertoire has included doo-wop, jazz, soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, hard rock, and showtunes.
The Four Tops are an American vocal quartet, whose repertoire has included doo-wop, jazz, soul music, R&B, disco, adult contemporary, hard rock, and showtunes.
Frances Nero
Frances Nero, at the age of 22, became the first live performance contest winner in Motown Records's history.
Frances Nero, at the age of 22, became the first live performance contest winner in Motown Records's history.
Frank Wilson (musician)
Frank Wilson (born Frank Edward Wilson, December 5, 1940, Houston) is an African American former songwriter and record producer for Motown Records.
Frank Wilson (born Frank Edward Wilson, December 5, 1940, Houston) is an African American former songwriter and record producer for Motown Records.
Freddie Gorman
Freddie Gorman (born Frederick Cortez Gorman, April 11, 1939 - June 13, 2006) was an American musician and record producer, most famous as a singer, songwriter for the Motown label in the ...
Freddie Gorman (born Frederick Cortez Gorman, April 11, 1939 - June 13, 2006) was an American musician and record producer, most famous as a singer, songwriter for the Motown label in the ...
Freddie Perren
Frederick "Freddie" Perren was an American songwriter, record producer, arranger, and orchestra conductor best known as co-songwriter and co-producer of such mega-hits as "Boogie Fever" by the ...
Frederick "Freddie" Perren was an American songwriter, record producer, arranger, and orchestra conductor best known as co-songwriter and co-producer of such mega-hits as "Boogie Fever" by the ...
G. C. Cameron
George Curtis "G.C." Cameron (born September 21, 1945 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American soul and R&B singer.
George Curtis "G.C." Cameron (born September 21, 1945 in Jackson, Mississippi) is an American soul and R&B singer.
Garry Glenn
Garry Glenn (May 12, 1955 – September 27, 1991) was an American singer and songwriter perhaps best known for writing the song “Caught Up In The Rapture” recorded by Anita Baker.
Garry Glenn (May 12, 1955 – September 27, 1991) was an American singer and songwriter perhaps best known for writing the song “Caught Up In The Rapture” recorded by Anita Baker.
Georgio
Georgio Allentini is an African American funk and dance music singer/songwriter/keyboardist/guitarist from San Francisco, California.
Georgio Allentini is an African American funk and dance music singer/songwriter/keyboardist/guitarist from San Francisco, California.
Gladys Knight & the Pips
Gladys Knight & The Pips were an R&B/soul family musical act from Atlanta, Georgia, active from 1953 to 1989.
Gladys Knight & The Pips were an R&B/soul family musical act from Atlanta, Georgia, active from 1953 to 1989.
Gloria Jones
Gloria Richetta Jones is an American singer and songwriter from Los Angeles, California.
Gloria Richetta Jones is an American singer and songwriter from Los Angeles, California.
Hal Davis
Harold Edward "Hal" Davis (February 8, 1933 — November 18, 1998) was an African American songwriter and record producer, best known as the key figure in the latter part of the Motown caree...
Harold Edward "Hal" Davis (February 8, 1933 — November 18, 1998) was an African American songwriter and record producer, best known as the key figure in the latter part of the Motown caree...
Harvey Fuqua
Harvey Fuqua (July 27, 1929 – July 6, 2010) was an African-American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter, record producer, and record label executive.
Harvey Fuqua (July 27, 1929 – July 6, 2010) was an African-American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter, record producer, and record label executive.
Henry Cosby
Henry "Hank" R. Cosby was an American songwriter and record producer for Motown.
Henry "Hank" R. Cosby was an American songwriter and record producer for Motown.
High Inergy
High Inergy was an American R&B and soul girl group who found fame on Motown Records in the late 1970s.
High Inergy was an American R&B and soul girl group who found fame on Motown Records in the late 1970s.
Holland-Dozier-Holland
Holland–Dozier–Holland is a songwriting and production team made up of Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian Holland and Edward Holland, Jr. They are considered to be one of the greatest ...
Holland–Dozier–Holland is a songwriting and production team made up of Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian Holland and Edward Holland, Jr. They are considered to be one of the greatest ...
Holland-Dozier–Holland
Holland–Dozier–Holland is a songwriting and production team made up of Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian Holland and Edward Holland, Jr. They are considered to be one of the greatest ...
Holland–Dozier–Holland is a songwriting and production team made up of Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian Holland and Edward Holland, Jr. They are considered to be one of the greatest ...
Holland–Dozier–Holland
Holland–Dozier–Holland is a songwriting and production team made up of Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian Holland and Edward Holland, Jr. They are considered to be one of the greatest ...
Holland–Dozier–Holland is a songwriting and production team made up of Lamont Dozier and brothers Brian Holland and Edward Holland, Jr. They are considered to be one of the greatest ...
Horace Brown (musician)
Horace Brown was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and is the son of a Baptist minister.
Horace Brown was born in Charlotte, North Carolina and is the son of a Baptist minister.
Ivy Jo Hunter
Ivy Jo Hunter was a soul musician and rock and roll pioneer, a songwriter and record producer for the Motown label.
Ivy Jo Hunter was a soul musician and rock and roll pioneer, a songwriter and record producer for the Motown label.
J. J. Barnes
J. J. Barnes is an American R&B singer.
J. J. Barnes is an American R&B singer.
Jackie Jackson
Sigmund Esco "Jackie" Jackson is an American singer and musician, a member of The Jackson 5, and the second child in the Jackson family.
Sigmund Esco "Jackie" Jackson is an American singer and musician, a member of The Jackson 5, and the second child in the Jackson family.
Janie Bradford
Janie Bradford is an American songwriter, most known for her tenure with Motown.
Janie Bradford is an American songwriter, most known for her tenure with Motown.
Jean Carne
Jean Carn (born Sarah Jean Perkins on March 15, 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia, United States) is an American jazz and pop singer known for her unique vocalising and her impressive interpretativ...
Jean Carn (born Sarah Jean Perkins on March 15, 1947 in Atlanta, Georgia, United States) is an American jazz and pop singer known for her unique vocalising and her impressive interpretativ...
Jeffrey Bowen
Jeffrey Bowen was a songwriter and record producer, notable for his work at both Motown Records and Holland-Dozier-Holland's Invictus and Hot Wax labels.
Jeffrey Bowen was a songwriter and record producer, notable for his work at both Motown Records and Holland-Dozier-Holland's Invictus and Hot Wax labels.
Jermaine Jackson
Jermaine LaJuane Jackson is an American singer, bassist, composer, a member of The Jackson 5 and occasional film director.
Jermaine LaJuane Jackson is an American singer, bassist, composer, a member of The Jackson 5 and occasional film director.
Jimmy Ruffin
Jimmy Ruffin (born May 7, 1939) is an American soul singer, and elder brother of David Ruffin of The Temptations.
Jimmy Ruffin (born May 7, 1939) is an American soul singer, and elder brother of David Ruffin of The Temptations.
Johnny Bristol
Johnny Bristol, was an American musician, most famous as a songwriter and record producer for the Motown label in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Johnny Bristol, was an American musician, most famous as a songwriter and record producer for the Motown label in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
Junior Walker
Junior Walker (born Autry DeWalt Mixon, Jr., June 14, 1931 – November 23, 1995) was an American musician.
Junior Walker (born Autry DeWalt Mixon, Jr., June 14, 1931 – November 23, 1995) was an American musician.
Kem (singer)
KEM Owens (born July 23, 1969 in Nashville, Tennessee), professionally known as "'KEM'", is an American R&B/soul singer, songwriter, and producer.
KEM Owens (born July 23, 1969 in Nashville, Tennessee), professionally known as "'KEM'", is an American R&B/soul singer, songwriter, and producer.
Kenneth Stover
Kenneth Stover is an American former Motown songwriter, producer and singer, most notably known for contributing background vocals on Marvin Gaye's 1971 album, What's Going On, and for writ...
Kenneth Stover is an American former Motown songwriter, producer and singer, most notably known for contributing background vocals on Marvin Gaye's 1971 album, What's Going On, and for writ...
Kiki Dee
Kiki Dee (born Pauline Matthews, 6 March 1947, Little Horton, Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England) is an English singer with a career spanning more than 40 years.
Kiki Dee (born Pauline Matthews, 6 March 1947, Little Horton, Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England) is an English singer with a career spanning more than 40 years.
Kim Weston
Kim Weston is an American soul singer, and Motown alumna.
Kim Weston is an American soul singer, and Motown alumna.
Lamont Dozier
Lamont Herbert Dozier (born June 16, 1941) is an American songwriter and record producer, born in Detroit, Michigan.
Lamont Herbert Dozier (born June 16, 1941) is an American songwriter and record producer, born in Detroit, Michigan.
Lawrence Horn
Lawrence Horn is a musician, formerly a record producer and chief recording engineer for Motown Records.
Lawrence Horn is a musician, formerly a record producer and chief recording engineer for Motown Records.
Leonard Caston, Jr.
Leonard Caston, Jr. is an American rhythm and blues songwriter, record producer, pianist and singer.
Leonard Caston, Jr. is an American rhythm and blues songwriter, record producer, pianist and singer.
Levi Stubbs
Levi Stubbs Jr (June 6, 1936 – October 17, 2008), better known by the stage name Levi Stubbs, was an American baritone singer, best known as the lead vocalist of the Motown R&B group...
Levi Stubbs Jr (June 6, 1936 – October 17, 2008), better known by the stage name Levi Stubbs, was an American baritone singer, best known as the lead vocalist of the Motown R&B group...
Lionel Richie
Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. is an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and actor.
Lionel Brockman Richie, Jr. is an American singer-songwriter, musician, record producer and actor.
Mable John
Mable John (born November 3, 1930) is an American blues vocalist and was the first female signed by Berry Gordy to Motown's Tamla label.
Mable John (born November 3, 1930) is an American blues vocalist and was the first female signed by Berry Gordy to Motown's Tamla label.
Martha and the Vandellas
Martha and the Vandellas were among the most successful groups of the Motown roster during the period 1963–1967.
Martha and the Vandellas were among the most successful groups of the Motown roster during the period 1963–1967.
Marv Johnson
Marv Johnson (October 15, 1938 – May 16, 1993) was an American R&B and soul singer, most notable for performing on the first record to be issued from what became Motown.
Marv Johnson (October 15, 1938 – May 16, 1993) was an American R&B and soul singer, most notable for performing on the first record to be issued from what became Motown.
Marv Tarplin
Marvin "Marv" Tarplin was an American guitarist and songwriter, best known as the guitarist for The Miracles from the 1950s through the early 1970s.
Marvin "Marv" Tarplin was an American guitarist and songwriter, best known as the guitarist for The Miracles from the 1950s through the early 1970s.
Marvin Gaye
Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. (April 2, 1939April 1, 1984), better known by his stage name Marvin Gaye (he added the 'e' as a young man), was an acclaimed American singer-songwriter and musician w...
Marvin Pentz Gay, Jr. (April 2, 1939April 1, 1984), better known by his stage name Marvin Gaye (he added the 'e' as a young man), was an acclaimed American singer-songwriter and musician w...
Mary Wells
Mary Esther Wells was an American singer who helped to define the emerging sound of Motown in the early 1960s.
Mary Esther Wells was an American singer who helped to define the emerging sound of Motown in the early 1960s.
Meat Loaf
Michael Lee Aday, better known by his stage name, Meat Loaf, is an American hard rock musician and actor.
Michael Lee Aday, better known by his stage name, Meat Loaf, is an American hard rock musician and actor.
Michael Jackson
Michael Joseph Jackson was an American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman.
Michael Joseph Jackson was an American recording artist, entertainer, and businessman.
Michael McDonald (singer)
Michael McDonald is a five-time Grammy Award winning American singer and songwriter.
Michael McDonald is a five-time Grammy Award winning American singer and songwriter.
Mizell Brothers
The Mizell Brothers were a record producing team in the 1970s, consisting of Larry Mizell and Alphonso "Fonce" Mizell.
The Mizell Brothers were a record producing team in the 1970s, consisting of Larry Mizell and Alphonso "Fonce" Mizell.
MoZella
MoZella is an American singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, known for her raspy vocals and smooth, soul/pop sound.
MoZella is an American singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, known for her raspy vocals and smooth, soul/pop sound.
Mýa
Mýa Marie Harrison, professionally referred to as Mýa, is an American R&B and pop recording artist, entertainer, philanthropist, and occasional actress.
Mýa Marie Harrison, professionally referred to as Mýa, is an American R&B and pop recording artist, entertainer, philanthropist, and occasional actress.
Norman Connors
Norman Connors is an American jazz drummer, composer, arranger, producer, and headliner, who has led some influential jazz and R&B groups.
Norman Connors is an American jazz drummer, composer, arranger, producer, and headliner, who has led some influential jazz and R&B groups.
Norman Whitfield
Norman Jesse Whitfield (May 12, 1940 – September 16, 2008) was an American songwriter and producer, best known for his work with Berry Gordy's Motown label during the 1960s.
Norman Jesse Whitfield (May 12, 1940 – September 16, 2008) was an American songwriter and producer, best known for his work with Berry Gordy's Motown label during the 1960s.
Ozone (group)
Ozone was an Funk and R&B group during the late 70s and early 80s, signed to Motown Records.
Ozone was an Funk and R&B group during the late 70s and early 80s, signed to Motown Records.
Pam Sawyer
Pamela Sawyer is an American-based songwriter from Romford, east London, most noted for her tenure at Motown Records from 1967 to 1977, though she had enjoyed success prior to that, including hi...
Pamela Sawyer is an American-based songwriter from Romford, east London, most noted for her tenure at Motown Records from 1967 to 1977, though she had enjoyed success prior to that, including hi...
Patrice Holloway
Patrice Holloway was an African-American soul and pop singer.
Patrice Holloway was an African-American soul and pop singer.
Pervis Jackson
Pervis Jackson (May 17, 1938 – August 18, 2008) was an American R&B singer, noted as the bass singer for The Spinners, and was one of the group's original members.
Pervis Jackson (May 17, 1938 – August 18, 2008) was an American R&B singer, noted as the bass singer for The Spinners, and was one of the group's original members.
Pete Moore
Pete Moore is an African American soul singer, record producer, and songwriter, notable as the bass singer for Motown group The Miracles from 1955 onwards, and is one of the group's origin...
Pete Moore is an African American soul singer, record producer, and songwriter, notable as the bass singer for Motown group The Miracles from 1955 onwards, and is one of the group's origin...
Q-Tip (musician)
Kamaal Ibn John Fareed (born Jonathan Davis on April 10, 1970), better known by his stage name Q-Tip, is an American entertainer from St. Albans, Queens, New York, part of the critic...
Kamaal Ibn John Fareed (born Jonathan Davis on April 10, 1970), better known by his stage name Q-Tip, is an American entertainer from St. Albans, Queens, New York, part of the critic...
Q-Tip (rapper)
Kamaal Ibn John Fareed, better known by his stage name Q-Tip, is an American Grammy Award-winning hip hop artist, producer, singer, and actor from Jamaica, Queens, New York, part of the cr...
Kamaal Ibn John Fareed, better known by his stage name Q-Tip, is an American Grammy Award-winning hip hop artist, producer, singer, and actor from Jamaica, Queens, New York, part of the cr...
Queen Latifah
Dana Elaine Owens, better known by her stage name Queen Latifah, is an American singer, rapper, and actress.
Dana Elaine Owens, better known by her stage name Queen Latifah, is an American singer, rapper, and actress.
R. Dean Taylor
R. Dean Taylor (born Richard Dean Taylor, 11 May 1939, Toronto, Ontario, Canada) is a Canadian singer, most famous as a recording artist, songwriter and record producer for Motown Records ...
R. Dean Taylor (born Richard Dean Taylor, 11 May 1939, Toronto, Ontario, Canada) is a Canadian singer, most famous as a recording artist, songwriter and record producer for Motown Records ...
Rare Earth (band)
Rare Earth is an American rock band affiliated with Motown's Rare Earth record label, who prospered in 1970–1972.
Rare Earth is an American rock band affiliated with Motown's Rare Earth record label, who prospered in 1970–1972.
Ray Singleton
Ray Mayberry Liles Gordy Singleton is an American R&B producer, songwriter and vocalist, best known for her association with ex-husband Berry Gordy during the early days of Motown.
Ray Mayberry Liles Gordy Singleton is an American R&B producer, songwriter and vocalist, best known for her association with ex-husband Berry Gordy during the early days of Motown.
Remy Shand
Remy David Shand is a Canadian R&B/soul singer, who released his debut album, The Way I Feel, on Motown Records in 2002.
Remy David Shand is a Canadian R&B/soul singer, who released his debut album, The Way I Feel, on Motown Records in 2002.
Richard "Popcorn" Wylie
Richard Wayne Wylie (June 6, 1939 – September 7, 2008), often known as Popcorn Wylie, was an African-American pianist, bandleader, songwriter, occasional singer, and record producer ...
Richard Wayne Wylie (June 6, 1939 – September 7, 2008), often known as Popcorn Wylie, was an African-American pianist, bandleader, songwriter, occasional singer, and record producer ...
Rick James
James Ambrose Johnson, Jr. (February 1, 1948August 6, 2004), better known by his stage name Rick James, was an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer.
James Ambrose Johnson, Jr. (February 1, 1948August 6, 2004), better known by his stage name Rick James, was an American singer, songwriter, musician and record producer.
Rockwell (musician)
Rockwell is an R&B performer who was signed to the Motown label.
Rockwell is an R&B performer who was signed to the Motown label.
Roger Penzabene
Roger Penzabene (d. December 31, 1967) was a songwriter for the Motown label.
Roger Penzabene (d. December 31, 1967) was a songwriter for the Motown label.
Ronald White
Ronald "Ronnie" White was an African American soul singer and songwriter, notable as a founding member of The Miracles, and the only member to survive all of that group's line-up changes.
Ronald "Ronnie" White was an African American soul singer and songwriter, notable as a founding member of The Miracles, and the only member to survive all of that group's line-up changes.
Ronn Matlock
Ronn Matlock from Detroit, Michigan, United States made a brief recording appearance on the soul scene in 1979, however his musical talents have been utilised on many projects over the years.
Ronn Matlock from Detroit, Michigan, United States made a brief recording appearance on the soul scene in 1979, however his musical talents have been utilised on many projects over the years.
Rose Stone
Rose Stone is an African-American singer and keyboardist.
Rose Stone is an African-American singer and keyboardist.
Rustix
Rustix (or The Rustix) were an American R&B/blue-eyed soul ensemble from Rochester, New York.
Rustix (or The Rustix) were an American R&B/blue-eyed soul ensemble from Rochester, New York.
San Remo Golden Strings
The San Remo Golden Strings were a studio group from Detroit, Michigan.
The San Remo Golden Strings were a studio group from Detroit, Michigan.
Scherrie Payne
Scherrie Payne (born November 4, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American singer.
Scherrie Payne (born November 4, 1944 in Detroit, Michigan) is an American singer.
Shanice
Shanice Lorraine Wilson-Knox, better known as Shanice, is a Grammy-nominated American R&B/soul singer-songwriter.
Shanice Lorraine Wilson-Knox, better known as Shanice, is a Grammy-nominated American R&B/soul singer-songwriter.
Shaun Murphy (singer)
Shaun Murphy, ( born Cheryl Murphy in The State of Nebraska, USA ), is an American R&B singer songwriter, best known for her powerhouse singing style.
Shaun Murphy, ( born Cheryl Murphy in The State of Nebraska, USA ), is an American R&B singer songwriter, best known for her powerhouse singing style.
Sherrick
Sherrick was an American soul musician.
Sherrick was an American soul musician.
Shorty Long
Frederick Earl "Shorty" Long (May 20, 1940 – June 29, 1969) was an American soul singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer for Motown's Soul Records imprint.
Frederick Earl "Shorty" Long (May 20, 1940 – June 29, 1969) was an American soul singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer for Motown's Soul Records imprint.
Siedah Garrett
Siedah Garrett (born June 24, 1960, Los Angeles, California) is an American songwriter and singer.
Siedah Garrett (born June 24, 1960, Los Angeles, California) is an American songwriter and singer.
Singin' Sammy Ward
Sammy Ward, often credited as "Singin'" Sammy Ward, was an American rhythm and blues singer who recorded for Motown Records and had a R&B chart hit with "Who's The Fool", written by Smokey...
Sammy Ward, often credited as "Singin'" Sammy Ward, was an American rhythm and blues singer who recorded for Motown Records and had a R&B chart hit with "Who's The Fool", written by Smokey...
Smokey Robinson
William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. is an American R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, and former record executive.
William "Smokey" Robinson, Jr. is an American R&B singer-songwriter, record producer, and former record executive.
Stacy Lattisaw
Stacy Lattisaw is an American R&B, dance, and gospel singer.
Stacy Lattisaw is an American R&B, dance, and gospel singer.
Stephanie Mills
Stephanie Dorthea Mills is an American R&B and soul singer, and a former Broadway star.
Stephanie Dorthea Mills is an American R&B and soul singer, and a former Broadway star.
Stevie Wonder
Stevland Hardaway Morris, known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative m...
Stevland Hardaway Morris, known by his stage name Stevie Wonder, is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, a child prodigy who developed into one of the most creative m...
Susaye Greene
Susaye Greene (born September 13, 1949), is an African-American singer, best known for being the last official member to join Motown girl group The Supremes, remaining in the group during its fi...
Susaye Greene (born September 13, 1949), is an African-American singer, best known for being the last official member to join Motown girl group The Supremes, remaining in the group during its fi...
Suzee Ikeda
Suzee Ikeda is an American singer who was the first Asian-American solo artist at Motown.
Suzee Ikeda is an American singer who was the first Asian-American solo artist at Motown.
Switch (band)
Switch was an R&B/funk band that found fame recording for the Gordy label in the late 1970s releasing hit songs such as "There'll Never Be", "I Call Your Name" and "The Best Beat in Town."
Switch was an R&B/funk band that found fame recording for the Gordy label in the late 1970s releasing hit songs such as "There'll Never Be", "I Call Your Name" and "The Best Beat in Town."
Sylvia Moy
Sylvia Moy is an acclaimed songwriter and record producer, formerly associated with the Motown Records group.
Sylvia Moy is an acclaimed songwriter and record producer, formerly associated with the Motown Records group.
Syreeta Wright
Syreeta Wright, who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was a Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter most notably known for her work with Stevie Wonder and Billy Pr...
Syreeta Wright, who recorded professionally under the single name Syreeta, was a Grammy-nominated American singer-songwriter most notably known for her work with Stevie Wonder and Billy Pr...
Tammi Terrell
Thomasina Winifred Montgomery, known as Tammi Terrell was an American recording artist and songwriter most notable for her association with Motown Records and her duets with Marvin Gaye.
Thomasina Winifred Montgomery, known as Tammi Terrell was an American recording artist and songwriter most notable for her association with Motown Records and her duets with Marvin Gaye.
Tata Vega
Táta Vega is an American vocalist whose career spans theater, film, and a variety of musical genres.
Táta Vega is an American vocalist whose career spans theater, film, and a variety of musical genres.
Teena Marie
Mary Christine Brockert (March 5, 1956 – December 26, 2010), better known by her stage name Teena Marie, was an American singer, songwriter and producer.
Mary Christine Brockert (March 5, 1956 – December 26, 2010), better known by her stage name Teena Marie, was an American singer, songwriter and producer.
The Andantes
The Andantes were a prolific female sessions group for the Motown record label during the 1960s.
The Andantes were a prolific female sessions group for the Motown record label during the 1960s.
The Clan
The Clan was a collective name for a group of Motown composers which consisted of R. Dean Taylor, Frank Wilson, Pam Sawyer and Deke Richards assembled in late 1967 to replace the super song-...
The Clan was a collective name for a group of Motown composers which consisted of R. Dean Taylor, Frank Wilson, Pam Sawyer and Deke Richards assembled in late 1967 to replace the super song-...
The Contours
The Contours were one of the early African-American soul singing groups signed to Motown Records.
The Contours were one of the early African-American soul singing groups signed to Motown Records.
The Corporation (Motown)
The Corporation was a collection of songwriters and record producers assembled in 1969 by Motown label head Berry Gordy to create hit records for the label's new act, The Jackson 5.
The Corporation was a collection of songwriters and record producers assembled in 1969 by Motown label head Berry Gordy to create hit records for the label's new act, The Jackson 5.
The Dynamic Superiors
The Dynamic Superiors are a Motown group from Washington, D.C., United States.
The Dynamic Superiors are a Motown group from Washington, D.C., United States.
The Elgins
The Elgins were an American vocal group on the Motown label, active from the late 1950s to 1967.
The Elgins were an American vocal group on the Motown label, active from the late 1950s to 1967.
The Fantastic Four (R&B group)
The Fantastic Four were a Detroit based soul group, formed in 1965.
The Fantastic Four were a Detroit based soul group, formed in 1965.
The Funk Brothers
The Funk Brothers was the nickname of Detroit, Michigan, session musicians who performed the backing to most Motown Records recordings from 1959 until the company moved to Los Angeles in 1972.
The Funk Brothers was the nickname of Detroit, Michigan, session musicians who performed the backing to most Motown Records recordings from 1959 until the company moved to Los Angeles in 1972.
The Isley Brothers
The Isley Brothers are an American musical group consisting of brothers Ron and Ernie Isley.
The Isley Brothers are an American musical group consisting of brothers Ron and Ernie Isley.
The Jackson 5
The Jackson 5, later known as the The Jacksons, or simply Jackson, were an American popular music family group from Gary, Indiana.
The Jackson 5, later known as the The Jacksons, or simply Jackson, were an American popular music family group from Gary, Indiana.
The Marvelettes
The Marvelettes were an all-girl group who achieved popularity in the early to mid-1960s.
The Marvelettes were an all-girl group who achieved popularity in the early to mid-1960s.
The Miracles
The Miracles are an American rhythm and blues group, notable as the first successful act for Berry Gordy's Motown Record Corporation.
The Miracles are an American rhythm and blues group, notable as the first successful act for Berry Gordy's Motown Record Corporation.
The Monitors (American band)
The Monitors were an American vocal group who recorded for Motown Records in the 1960s.
The Monitors were an American vocal group who recorded for Motown Records in the 1960s.
The Monitors (music)
The Monitors were a minor Motown act from the 1960s.
The Monitors were a minor Motown act from the 1960s.
The Mynah Birds
The Mynah Birds were a Canadian R&B band formed in Toronto, Ontario active from 1964 to 1967.
The Mynah Birds were a Canadian R&B band formed in Toronto, Ontario active from 1964 to 1967.
The Originals
The Originals often called "Motown's best-kept secret", were a successful Motown R&B and soul group during the late 1960s and the 1970s, most notable for the hits "Baby I'm for Real", "The ...
The Originals often called "Motown's best-kept secret", were a successful Motown R&B and soul group during the late 1960s and the 1970s, most notable for the hits "Baby I'm for Real", "The ...
The Pointer Sisters
The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B recording act from Oakland, California that achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s.
The Pointer Sisters are an American R&B recording act from Oakland, California that achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s.
The Spinners (American band)
The Spinners is a soul music vocal group, active for over 50 years, and with a long run of pop and R&B hits especially during the 1970s.
The Spinners is a soul music vocal group, active for over 50 years, and with a long run of pop and R&B hits especially during the 1970s.
The Supremes
The Supremes was an American female singing group and the premier act of Motown Records during the 1960s.
The Supremes was an American female singing group and the premier act of Motown Records during the 1960s.
The Temptations
The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records.
The Temptations are an American vocal group known for their success in the 60s and 70s at Motown Records.
The Undisputed Truth
The Undisputed Truth was a 1970s Motown recording act, assembled by record producer Norman Whitfield as a means for being able to experiment with his psychedelic soul production techniques.
The Undisputed Truth was a 1970s Motown recording act, assembled by record producer Norman Whitfield as a means for being able to experiment with his psychedelic soul production techniques.
Tionne Watkins
Tionne Tenese Watkins, better known by her stage name T-Boz, is an American singer-songwriter, actress, author, poet, and executive producer who rose to fame as one-third of the R&B/hip-ho...
Tionne Tenese Watkins, better known by her stage name T-Boz, is an American singer-songwriter, actress, author, poet, and executive producer who rose to fame as one-third of the R&B/hip-ho...
Today (band)
Today was an R&B vocal group formed in 1988.
Today was an R&B vocal group formed in 1988.
Tom Clay
Tom Clay (August 20, 1929 – November 22, 1995) was an American radio personality and disc jockey.
Tom Clay (August 20, 1929 – November 22, 1995) was an American radio personality and disc jockey.
Táta Vega
Táta Vega is an American vocalist whose career spans theater, film, and a variety of musical genres.
Táta Vega is an American vocalist whose career spans theater, film, and a variety of musical genres.
Wanda Young
Wanda Young (born 1943) is an American singer, famous for being the member and later lead singer of the popular Motown all-female singing group The Marvelettes.
Wanda Young (born 1943) is an American singer, famous for being the member and later lead singer of the popular Motown all-female singing group The Marvelettes.
Will Downing
Will Downing (b.Wilfred Downing, November 29, 1963, Brooklyn, New York), is an American singer-songwriter and producer.
Will Downing (b.Wilfred Downing, November 29, 1963, Brooklyn, New York), is an American singer-songwriter and producer.
William "Mickey" Stevenson
William "Mickey" Stevenson was a songwriter and record producer for the Motown Records group of labels from the early days of Berry Gordy's company until 1967, when he and his then-wife, singer ...
William "Mickey" Stevenson was a songwriter and record producer for the Motown Records group of labels from the early days of Berry Gordy's company until 1967, when he and his then-wife, singer ...
Willie Hutch
Willie McKinley Hutchison, known professionally as Willie Hutch was an American singer, songwriter as well as a record producer and recording artist for the Motown record label during the ...
Willie McKinley Hutchison, known professionally as Willie Hutch was an American singer, songwriter as well as a record producer and recording artist for the Motown record label during the ...
Wreckx-n-Effect
Wreckx-N-Effect was a New Jack Swing Hip-Hop group who had the multi-platinum hit "Rump Shaker" in 1992/1993, which was produced by Teddy Riley.
Wreckx-N-Effect was a New Jack Swing Hip-Hop group who had the multi-platinum hit "Rump Shaker" in 1992/1993, which was produced by Teddy Riley.
Yvonne Fair
Yvonne Fair (October 21, 1942 – March 6, 1994) was an African American singer, best known for her 1976 recording of "It Should Have Been Me".
Yvonne Fair (October 21, 1942 – March 6, 1994) was an African American singer, best known for her 1976 recording of "It Should Have Been Me".
Zhané
Zhané was an American R&B/hip hop soul duo, best known for their 1994 hit "Hey Mr. D.J.", which reached #6 in the U.S. Other popular hits include "Groove Thang" and minor hit "Sending My Love," ...
Zhané was an American R&B/hip hop soul duo, best known for their 1994 hit "Hey Mr. D.J.", which reached #6 in the U.S. Other popular hits include "Groove Thang" and minor hit "Sending My Love," ...