Tag: Motown
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Remembering Bob Babbitt
You like the Motown sound? Bob Babbitt, bass player extraordinaire, was likely responsible for that. He passed away on July 16, leaving behind a huge legacy and body of work. He played bass for Motown’s studio band, The Funk Brothers from 1966 to 1972. This would make a lot of people very familiar with his…
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Remembering Bob Babbitt
You like the Motown sound? Bob Babbitt, bass player extraordinaire, was likely responsible for that. He passed away on July 16, leaving behind a huge legacy and body of work. He played bass for Motown’s studio band, The Funk Brothers from 1966 to 1972. This would make a lot of people very familiar with his…
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Music Trivia Question for the Day – September 15, 2012
The previous question was: Q: What was Motown‘s first million selling hit? The answer is: “Shop Around” by The Miracles. The song was recorded and released in 1960. This was before they were known as Smokey Robinson and the Miracles. The artist on this classic was credited as The Miracles (featuring Bill “Smokey” Robinson”. Shop…
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Song of The Day – Marvin Gaye – “Heavy Love Affair”
Marvin Gaye. Not much to say about one of the greats. Terrific singer, smooth R&B guy who is missed to this day. It is hard to believe he died in 1984, holy crap. I heard this song on my way to work the other day and was blown away….again. – Heavy…
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