Early day motion · EDM 389 · 12 Jan 2009
MOTOWN 50th ANNIVERSARY
Tabled by Sir Lindsay Hoyle (Speaker)
41 signatures
The motion
That this House notes that 12 January 2009 marks the 50th anniversary of Motown music when Berry Gordy Jr founded Tamla records; recognises the many talented and memorable artists such as Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, The Supremes, The Temptations and Mary Wells, to name but a few, who have contributed to this legendary label; further notes that Motown changed the face of music for future generations and helped to create the reputation of the legendary Wigan Casino; and looks forward to the year-long celebration of Motown's 50th anniversary.
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