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Motown was a combined idea between Berry Gordy Jr. and Smokey Robinson who was also the lead singer for?
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What kind of musicians went too Motown?
The Temptations, Diana Ross, Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson and many other artists were all signed to Motown.
What Motown singer died last week?
Smokey.
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
What musician was not a member of the funk brothers?
marvin gaye
What is the birth name of Smokey Fabares?
Smokey Fabares's birth name is Nanette Fabares.
Name 1 male from Motown Records?
Smokey Robinson
What did smokey Robinson do to Motown?
the miracles
Who was the singer for the miracles and later a vice president at Motown?
Smokey Robinson
Who was the lead singer for the Miracles and later a vice president at Motown?
Smokey Robinson
What kind of musicians went too Motown?
The Temptations, Diana Ross, Jackson 5, Smokey Robinson and many other artists were all signed to Motown.
Who was the singer on Motown's first gold record in 1960?
Smokey Robinson was of course the lead singer of the Miracles when they had Motown's first gold record with "Shop Around"
How did smokey Robinson get his nickname?
His uncle Claude nicknamed him "Smokey Joe" because young William Robinson loved cowboys and wanted to be one. The nickname was also to remind him that he was black, although he was very light skinned, with green eyes, whcih he inherited from his mother's side of the family. Later on, the "Joe" was dropped, and he became "Smokey".
What made Smokey Robinson so popular?
Singing as a member of Motown Records' first group, THE MIRACLES , as well as being a prolific songwriter and producer.
What band did Smokey Robinson lead?
Smokey Robinson led The Miracles.
Who was the first person on Motown?
The Miracles.CORRECT. The original members of THE MIRACLES were : WILLIAM "SMOKEY" ROBINSON, his wife CLAUDETTE ROGERS-ROBINSON, WARREN "PETE" MOORE, ROBERT "BOBBY" ROGERS, RONALD"RONNIE" WHITE, and MARVIN "MARV" TARPLIN.The MIRACLES' success paved the way for ALL FUTURE MOTOWN STARS...and of 2013, they have MORE songs inducted into the GRAMMY HALL OF FAME than ANY OTHER MOTOWN GROUP.Read more: What_was_Motown's_first_million_seller
Is Smokey Robinson blind?
No, of course not. Perhaps you are thinking of Stevie Wonder. Stevie has been blind since he was very young. They are both Motown/R&B legends.
What Motown singer died last week?
Smokey.
