As a boy, Krys Fakir was well aware that his grandfather was a big deal. After all, the man would pick him up in a limo. Abdul “Duke” Fakir, also known as the Silky Smooth Tenor, was one of the ...

The last original member of The Temptations, Otis Williams, reflects on 60 years of Motown and teases new music ahead of their show at The Chase.

In celebration of Black History Month 2026, Joburg Theatre presents An Ode to Motown, a powerful tribute to the cultural and musical legacy of Motown Records.

During our visit to the Joburg Theatre, we uncover the star’s diverse talents as she rehearses for her upcoming stage ...

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The city that brought us automobiles and Motown has seen tough times. But Detroit always rises again. By Amy S. Eckert Four women have accused the Motown legend of sexually assaulting them while they ...

The celebrated MAGIC OF MOTOWN national tour will grace the stage of Norfolk's historic Attucks Theatre, bringing classic ...

One of the most iconic brands in the Motown universe is getting a revival. Tamla Records — once the pipeline for entrepreneur Berry Gordy’s earliest releases out of Detroit — is being reactivated by ...