We continue our Swing Dance Sunday theme nights with our Tribute to Motown on Sunday, August 16th. Motown (a combination of motor and town) is the pioneering American record company that was invented in 1961 in Detroit, Michigan. Out of this blend of pop and soul came a unique sound, and some truly unique musicians and songs.
While it's not quite considered swing music, the "Motown Sound" has a strong back beat, distinct melodies and chords, with a call-and-response style that is so often used in gospel and swing. Plus, it's a hell of a lot of fun to dance to the songs you love and know!
Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder, The Temptations. We'll be covering them all and more. Click here for info on Swing Dance Sunday at The Volstead.
Here's a preview of some songs. If you'd like to make a request, add a comment below or stop by the DJ booth! We'll see you Sunday!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izzKUoxL11E
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