‘I can out-dance Bowie and Jagger!’ Martha Reeves on Motown, Dancing in the Street and smashing crockery with Dusty Springfield
Motown legend Martha Reeves reflects on her iconic career, her time at Hitsville USA, and her experiences in the music industry. She discusses the influence of Detroit's manufacturing culture on the Motown sound and shares anecdotes about her contemporaries.
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Provides historical insight into one of the most influential eras of American popular music and the cultural legacy of Motown Records.
‘It’s all been a glorious ride’ … Martha Reeves. Photograph: Bart Mastronardi ‘It’s all been a glorious ride’ … Martha Reeves. Photograph: Bart Mastronardi Film & Music reader interview Martha and The Vandellas ‘I can out-dance Bowie and Jagger!’ Martha Reeves on Motown, Dancing in the Street and smashing crockery with Dusty Springfield Now 84, the voice of Heat Wave and Jimmy Mack is releasing a new album. She answers your questions on Marvin Gaye, popularising the roundabout and why she hates cover versions of her songs
The article is a biographical interview focused on music history and personal reflection, lacking political or social controversy.
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