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It's located in Detroit, which is known as The Motor City....Motown is a shortened version.
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∙ 12y ago'Motown' originated from Detroit, also known as Motown. Motown is short for moter town.
The name, aportmanteau of motor and town, is also a nickname for Detroit.
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∙ 12y agoThe name Motown comes from Detroit a motor town.
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∙ 12y agoMotown was created in Detriot Michigan. Detriot's nickname is the Motor City. Motown comes from this nickname.
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∙ 8y agoIt's located in Detroit, which is known as The Motor City....Motown is a shortened version.
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What is the name of the popular music style that came from Detroit?
motown +++ When it first appeared, back in the 1960s, the word "Motown" was often prefixed with the name "Tamla". A style notable for strong melodies and arrangements, and tight rhythms.
What of the name of the house band in Motown?
The Funk Brothers
Can you use the name Motown anywhere in your Detroit business name?
Probably yes. As long it does not cause substantial likelihood of confusion with others already using the mark. If you were a manufacturer of submarines, Motown Submarine Inc. is not likely to cause you problems. However, if you owned a record shop named Motown Recycled Vinyl, you will likely have problems.
Who sang get ready here you come Motown?
Three groups sang the Smokey Robinson song - Get Ready (Here I Come) The Temptations 1966 The Supremes 1966 Rare Earth - Extended Length 1969
Who influenced Motown?
Funk Brothers
What was Motown's name before it was Motown?
Motown is a two-syllable reduction of the term "Motor City". It is a reference to Detroit, and is an affectionate, and music industry, term, not an official one.
What is the name of the popular music style that came from Detroit?
motown +++ When it first appeared, back in the 1960s, the word "Motown" was often prefixed with the name "Tamla". A style notable for strong melodies and arrangements, and tight rhythms.
What was Michael Jackson's manager's name at Motown?
Berry Gordy
What is the name of the person that founded Motown?
Berry Gordy, Jr.
Name 1 male from Motown Records?
Smokey Robinson
What of the name of the house band in Motown?
The Funk Brothers
What was the original name of the first Motown act to win a Grammy?
The Temptations
Name the first record label to be owned by an African American?
Motown
Where did the financial success of Motown come from?
Motown really tried to make their artists stars and they were very well groomed. They were taught how to dance, dress and sing. Motown also had some of the best song writers, so that combined with the talent and readiness of the artists produced huge hits resulting in financial success for Motown.
What are Motown characteristics?
why they call it motown
Can you use the name Motown anywhere in your Detroit business name?
Probably yes. As long it does not cause substantial likelihood of confusion with others already using the mark. If you were a manufacturer of submarines, Motown Submarine Inc. is not likely to cause you problems. However, if you owned a record shop named Motown Recycled Vinyl, you will likely have problems.
What rhymes with Motown?
There are no perfect rhymes for the word Motown.
