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Love Songs - 20 Classic Hits

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Stevie Wonder

Release Date March 24, 1997
This CD is a collection of classic love songs recorded by Wonder....some of which have been written himself, with a few tracks from other artistes thrown in for good measure, from the haunting self-written Never Dreamed You'd Leave In Summer, to the brilliant cover version of We Can Work It Out, the only version I actually think is better than the Beatles'!!! The harmonica solo of the title track from the film Alfie is also awesome & the whole CD shows off Wonder's musical, vocal & songwriting talents to their very best advantage. A must in your collection if you're an ardent Stevie Wonder fan!!

CD-Charts Position 202
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A Song For You & Masterpiece

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: The Temptations

Release Date October 23, 2000
Yes, the other review is right inasmuch as Masterpiece has been cut to shreds whereas the completely dispensible A Song For You remains almost at full length. There was plenty of room for Motown to put both albums in their entirety on one 80-minute CD. Failing that, a double CD costing a little extra. But, the pairing of these two albums defies any logic. Far superior to A Song for You are 1990 and Wings of Love, no doubt festering away in Motown's vaults - they are sitting on gold and don't know it. Anyway, Masterpiece is one of those extraordinary albums that deserves a deluxe treatment all its own. Don't buy this travesty.

CD-Charts Position 203
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The Motown Anthology

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Chris Clark

Release Date March 07, 2005
Chris Clark had just 2 singles issued here and 2 albums.In the States she never troubled a chart.
At the same time as her first single I want to go back there again came one by the backing singers a couple of ex cabaret singers called the Lewis Sisters.You need me is for me Tamla Motown's finest hour.
Chris Clark was not the first white girl-that was ex Hot Boppin' Girl DEBBIE DEAN (Debbie Stevens)who cut singles for the label as far back as 1961.Its more difficult to find her stuff.
The next white girl was KIKI DEE who was possibly TM's first non American signing.
This came at a time-1968-when Motown music was becoming very boring and was to reach its nadir with the Jackson Five.
The wonder is this music got out ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 204
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Until You Love Someone - More Best of the Four Tops: 1965-1970

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Four Tops

Release Date June 01, 1993
Chris Clark had just 2 singles issued here and 2 albums.In the States she never troubled a chart.
At the same time as her first single I want to go back there again came one by the backing singers a couple of ex cabaret singers called the Lewis Sisters.You need me is for me Tamla Motown's finest hour.
Chris Clark was not the first white girl-that was ex Hot Boppin' Girl DEBBIE DEAN (Debbie Stevens)who cut singles for the label as far back as 1961.Its more difficult to find her stuff.
The next white girl was KIKI DEE who was possibly TM's first non American signing.
This came at a time-1968-when Motown music was becoming very boring and was to reach its nadir with the Jackson Five.
The wonder is this music got out ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 205
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Musical Massage

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Leon Ware

Release Date June 25, 2001
Leon Ware, for those astute enought to read the song credit's on Marvin Gaye's 'I Want You', is recognised as the songwriting genius behind the entire album. His caramel smooth string-horn ensembles were promoted by the experienced hand of Quincy Jones on the inspirational 'Body Heat'. This earlier album is testament to Ware's considerable songwriting and vocal abilities. The swathe of harmonies and plush orchestrations that define 'musical massage' caress the auditory senses of the listener. Immerse yourself into the blissful harmonies, angsty melodies, and sensual sounds delivered with aplomb and genuine funk by the same line-up as 'I Want You'. Minnie Ripperton's stratospheric harmonies on the duet's are noteworthy. The stand out tracks are 'With ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 206
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To Be Continued...

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Temptations

Release Date October 23, 2006
Leon Ware, for those astute enought to read the song credit's on Marvin Gaye's 'I Want You', is recognised as the songwriting genius behind the entire album. His caramel smooth string-horn ensembles were promoted by the experienced hand of Quincy Jones on the inspirational 'Body Heat'. This earlier album is testament to Ware's considerable songwriting and vocal abilities. The swathe of harmonies and plush orchestrations that define 'musical massage' caress the auditory senses of the listener. Immerse yourself into the blissful harmonies, angsty melodies, and sensual sounds delivered with aplomb and genuine funk by the same line-up as 'I Want You'. Minnie Ripperton's stratospheric harmonies on the duet's are noteworthy. The stand out tracks are 'With ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 207
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Back to Front

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Temptations

Release Date October 23, 2007
Leon Ware, for those astute enought to read the song credit's on Marvin Gaye's 'I Want You', is recognised as the songwriting genius behind the entire album. His caramel smooth string-horn ensembles were promoted by the experienced hand of Quincy Jones on the inspirational 'Body Heat'. This earlier album is testament to Ware's considerable songwriting and vocal abilities. The swathe of harmonies and plush orchestrations that define 'musical massage' caress the auditory senses of the listener. Immerse yourself into the blissful harmonies, angsty melodies, and sensual sounds delivered with aplomb and genuine funk by the same line-up as 'I Want You'. Minnie Ripperton's stratospheric harmonies on the duet's are noteworthy. The stand out tracks are 'With ... Read More:

CD-Charts Position 208
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The Very Best of the Originals

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Originals

Release Date March 16, 1999
Ignore previous review by myself which was for the Detroit spinners.

A remastered collection from one of Motown’s unsung heroes.

The CD covers their work from 1966 with the brilliant unreleased Holland Dozier Holland composition Suspicion, and all the hits starting with their first Baby I’m For Real to the 70s disco hit Down to Love Town.

The album has a 70’s feel, with six of the tracks having being written and produced by Marvin Gaye, so these tracks have his early sound, other contributors include Steve Wonder, Lamont Dozier, Berry Gordy, Frank Wilson and Johnny Bristol. So the writing and production teams are of the highest calibre.

A slice of Motown history highly recommended 4 stars.

CD-Charts Position 209
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Original Artist Karaoke: Motown - Heatwave

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Karaoke

Release Date September 14, 2004
Ignore previous review by myself which was for the Detroit spinners.

A remastered collection from one of Motown’s unsung heroes.

The CD covers their work from 1966 with the brilliant unreleased Holland Dozier Holland composition Suspicion, and all the hits starting with their first Baby I’m For Real to the 70s disco hit Down to Love Town.

The album has a 70’s feel, with six of the tracks having being written and produced by Marvin Gaye, so these tracks have his early sound, other contributors include Steve Wonder, Lamont Dozier, Berry Gordy, Frank Wilson and Johnny Bristol. So the writing and production teams are of the highest calibre.

A slice of Motown history highly recommended 4 stars.

CD-Charts Position 210
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A Soldier's Sad Story: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Black America 1966-1973

CD-Charts > Music > Motown
by: Various Artists

Release Date October 27, 2003
Ignore previous review by myself which was for the Detroit spinners.

A remastered collection from one of Motown’s unsung heroes.

The CD covers their work from 1966 with the brilliant unreleased Holland Dozier Holland composition Suspicion, and all the hits starting with their first Baby I’m For Real to the 70s disco hit Down to Love Town.

The album has a 70’s feel, with six of the tracks having being written and produced by Marvin Gaye, so these tracks have his early sound, other contributors include Steve Wonder, Lamont Dozier, Berry Gordy, Frank Wilson and Johnny Bristol. So the writing and production teams are of the highest calibre.

A slice of Motown history highly recommended 4 stars.