Motown got its name from a combination of "Motor Town," a nickname for Detroit, Michigan, where the label was founded in 1959 by Berry Gordy Jr. The name reflects Detroit's identity as a hub for the automobile industry. Gordy aimed to create a distinct brand that represented the city's vibrant music scene, and "Motown" became synonymous with the unique sound and cultural impact of the label's artists.
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.
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why they call it motown
It's located in Detroit, which is known as The Motor City....Motown is a shortened version.
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.
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.
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why they call it motown
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.
There are no perfect rhymes for the word Motown.