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There are several areas where Motown broke racial boundaries which were 'tabu' during the early 60's:
1: Having White musicians sitting in with Black musicians in recording sessions.
2: Having White performers in a Black owned company in the early 60's
3: Having mixed groups with their images on the labels.
4: Recording Country & Western artists and labels in his corporation.
5: Having White writers in #1 Soul/R&B hits.
6: Asking performers to showcase their talent in segregated venues in the South.
7: Asking performers to call for calm in the Black community in Detroit during the riots.
8: Having White artist (Chris Clark) on non-descrip label Weed, without even mentioning her name.
9: Singing songs about race 'Does Your Mother Know About Me' Bobby Taylor & The Vancouvers.
10: Having Asian performers and writers. [Tommy Chong, Suzee Ikeda]
There are many other instances.
What else can I help you with?
What group helped Motown break into the teen market?
The Jackson 5
What are Motown characteristics?
why they call it motown
How did jazz break racial boundaries?
Jazz broke racial boundaries by bringing together musicians and audiences from diverse backgrounds, fostering collaboration and cultural exchange. Originating in African American communities, it gained popularity across racial lines, with artists like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington crossing into mainstream music. Jazz clubs often became spaces where people of different races could interact, challenging segregation norms of the time. This genre not only influenced music but also contributed to the broader civil rights movement by promoting unity and understanding through shared musical experiences.
What rhymes with Motown?
There are no perfect rhymes for the word Motown.
Where is Motown located?
Motown is Detroit city's nickname. Motor City
What group helped Motown break into the teen market?
The Jackson 5
What are Motown characteristics?
why they call it motown
Which song crossed racial boundaries by achieving success on both the R and B and pop charts?
Please Mr. Postman
What rhymes with Motown?
There are no perfect rhymes for the word Motown.
What did Motown records advertise its self as?
Motown is life
How Did Bill Cosby Break Racial Barriers?
Bill Cosby broke racial barriers on TV because he was the first African American who was an upper classmen on TV.
Where is Motown located?
Motown is Detroit city's nickname. Motor City
Where does the name Motown come from?
It's located in Detroit, which is known as The Motor City....Motown is a shortened version.
Who are the Motown vikings?
Eric and The VIKINGS On Motown And GORDY Records
Who made Motown?
Berry Gordy created Motown records.
When did Motown Software end?
Motown Software ended in 1996.
When was Motown Software created?
Motown Software was created in 1994.
