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The Motown Invasion
Documentary showing what made Motown special in the UK through the lens of two 1965 moments - the Motown Revue UK tour and the Sounds of Motown Ready Steady Go! television special.
Documentary revealing what made Motown special in Britain through the lens of two decisive moments in 1965 - the Motown Revue UK tour and the Sounds of Motown Ready Steady Go! television special.
Arriving in London in March 1965, the Supremes, Martha and the Vandellas, Smokey Robinson and Stevie Wonder were bussed across Britain on a tough but crucial tour.
The television special, recorded during the tour, kicked open the door, thrusting Motown's slick routines and magical music into front rooms across the nation.
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Sun 6 Mar 2011
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Producer | James Maycock |
| Director | James Maycock |
| Executive Producer | Paul Bullock |
