Motown: The Golden Years: More than 100 rare photographs
- ISBN-10
- 1440225575
- ISBN-13
- 9781440225574
- Category
- Music
- Pages
- 384
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2011-02-28
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Author
- Bill Dahl
Description
This is the book for lovers of Motown! Author and Motown historian Bill Dahl has expertly compiled this comprehensive guide to the musical combination of pop and gospel, known as Motown. This new compilation features an A-to-Z listing and biography of nearly every Motown group since its beginning in 1959. Also included are never-before-published photos from former Motown promotions guru Weldon A. McDougal III. Enthusiasts will now have a chance to own a complete encyclopedia of groups and artists, along with information about their music, including a discography and price guide. • 32-page color section containing many never-before-published photos • Complete encyclopedia of groups, artists, plus discography and price guide for all Motown acts
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