Interview with Craig Bodinnar – Dancing In The Shadows of Motown

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The episode features an interview with Craig Bodinnar discussing the influential figures behind Motown's success in the 60s.

In the 60s, a small house in Detroit became the most influential hit factory the world had ever seen. But while the names on the album covers—Ross, Gaye, Wonder—became legends, the architects of that signature ‘Sound of Young America’ often remained in the wings. Standing in the shadows if you will. We’re joined by now [...]Read More... from Interview with Craig Bodinnar – Dancing In The Shadows of Motown

People in this episode

Guest: Craig Bodinnar

Topics covered

• Motown
• music history
• influence
• 60s culture
• hidden figures
• sound of young America

Keywords

• Motown
• Craig Bodinnar
• music history
• Detroit
• 60s
• influence
• sound of young America

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Motown

Places: Detroit

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