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Ranker: The Greatest Motown Artists of All Time

"When it comes to defining the sound of soul and R&B, you can't overlook the best Motown artists of all time. The Motown label, founded by Berry Gordy in 1959, became a musical phenomenon, producing hit after hit and shaping the landscape of American music. Its iconic sound, characterized by catchy melodies, lush instrumentation, and memorable vocal performances, continues to resonate across generations."
"Think of The Temptations, whose harmonies and choreography set the standard for vocal groups. Songs like "My Girl" and "Ain't Too Proud to Beg" remain timeless classics. Marvin Gaye brought a deeper level of social consciousness and sensuality to Motown with tracks like "What's Going On" and "Let's Get It On." And then there's Stevie Wonder, whose innovative use of synthesizers and adventurous songwriting gave us unforgettable tunes like "Superstition" and "Isn't She Lovely." Each of these artists brought something unique to the Motown legacy, contributing to its enduring impact."
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The Temptations
The Temptations
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Marvin Gaye
Marvin Gaye
2
Stevie Wonder
Stevie Wonder
3
The Supremes
The Supremes
4
Four Tops
Four Tops
5
Smokey Robinson
Smokey Robinson
6
Aretha Franklin
Aretha Franklin
7
Sam Cooke
Sam Cooke
8
Martha and the Vandellas
Martha and the Vandellas
9
Ray Charles
Ray Charles
10
The Jackson 5
The Jackson 5
11
Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson
12
The Spinners
The Spinners
13
Otis Redding
Otis Redding
14
The Isley Brothers
The Isley Brothers
15
Al Green
Al Green
16
The Drifters
The Drifters
17
Commodores
Commodores
18
The Miracles
The Miracles
19
Gladys Knight & the Pips
Gladys Knight & the Pips
20
Tammi Terrell
Tammi Terrell
21
Mary Wells
Mary Wells
22
David Ruffin
David Ruffin
23
James Brown
James Brown
24
Diana Ross
Diana Ross
25
Barry White
Barry White
26
Luther Vandross
Luther Vandross
27
Lionel Richie
Lionel Richie
28
The Marvelettes
The Marvelettes
29
Curtis Mayfield
Curtis Mayfield
30
Bill Withers
Bill Withers
31
Mary Wilson
Mary Wilson
32
Eddie Kendricks
Eddie Kendricks
33
Jackie Wilson
Jackie Wilson
34
The Pointer Sisters
The Pointer Sisters
35
Tina Turner
Tina Turner
36
Fats Domino
Fats Domino
37
The Ronettes
The Ronettes
38
Percy Sledge
Percy Sledge
39
Boyz II Men
Boyz II Men
40
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