The Importance of Motown
Motown was was founded in 1959 and it quickly became one the most popular successful and influential black owned businesses. In the late 50's, early 60's, the Civil Rights movement was at one of its highest peaks. Motown provided a way for African Americans to express themselves through making music, and it gave other's exciting entertainment. Motown eventually evolved and it has a part in every bit of music that we listen to today. The older Motown used to play actual instruments. Their music was authentic and it had a lot of meaning. You could almost find an older Motown song to listen to for every situation you're in. In the newer Motown, it has transitioned to a lot of music being made electronically. In this playlist, we take a dive from older Motown to the more modern Motown. I hope you enjoy. What's Going On - Marvin Gaye This song is related to the theme because it talked about the social injustice with African Americans during a lot of the civil rights mo...