Did you know that The Supremes are the most successful American vocal group of all time with twelve songs to actually reach the top of the Billboard Hot 100 Singles Chart listing. For over 50 years the group still holds the Guinness Book of Records.

The studio album “Thriller” was produced by Quincy Jones that made Michael Jackson into a megastar and transcending Music icon. It was first studio album in music history to be released simultaneously on the same day in every major music market around the world.

“Surrender “ is Diana Ross third studio album to celebrate 50 years. The album performed extremely well in the UK, where it received a silver disc for selling over 60,000 copies on the 1st May 1974 from BPI.

Diana Ross “The Queen of Motown Records” celebrates 50 years with debut self-title solo studio album “Diana Ross “ after leaving the Supremes. The album topped the Billboard Soul and R&B Albums Chart at number one week-ending 26th September 1970 (2 weeks)

The landmark “Off The Wall,” studio album celebrates over 40 years since it was released in 1979. The studio album has now sold over 18 million copies in combined formats; LPs, CDs and Digital since the 2nd February 2021 according RIAA. 

Isaac Hayes landmark studio album “Hot Buttered Soul” (1969), celebrates over 50 years. The album features the dynamic performance of Memphis Symphony Orchestra conducted by Johnny Allen and the solid grooves of the Bar-Kays. This was Isaac Hayes first certified gold album.

The Mighty Three Music group founded by Kenneth Gamble, Leon Huff and Thom Bell, the music architects of “The Sound of Philadelphia.” The company became one of the most successful black owned music publishing houses in the world featuring all the songs produced in Philadelphia

Understanding Black Music’s Signature Sounds youtu.be/WuDHKxhc8-I via YouTube

Decided youtu.be/Iu3F0g9mCVU via YouTube

Matters of the Heart youtu.be/k39N0BVntVA via YouTube

Fritz McIntyre’s Creative Contribution Part 2: “Men and Women” (1987) signaturesoundsonline.com/people/music-i… Following the success of “Picture Book” (1985), Simply Red returned two years later with “Men and Women”, an album that consolidated their position within the Pop and Soul music market

Fritz McIntyre’s Creative Contribution Part 3: “A New Flame” (1989) signaturesoundsonline.com/people/arrange… By 1989, Simply Red had established themselves as one of the leading acts in British Pop and Soul, building on the foundation of previous success, "A New Flame" was a global success.

Fritz McIntyre’s Creative Contribution Part 4: “Stars” (1991) signaturesoundsonline.com/people/arrange… The album "Stars" became the best-selling album in the United Kingdom for two consecutive years (1991 and 1992)

Fritz McIntyre’s Creative Contribution Part 5: “Life” (1995) signaturesoundsonline.com/people/arrange… McIntyre’s role remained evident in the arrangements and the vocal textures that defined the album.

Fritz McIntyre’s Creative Contribution Part 1: “Picture Book” (1985) signaturesoundsonline.com/people/music-i… As both musician and songwriter, McIntyre was central to shaping the group’s identity. His performance and compositional input, defined the sound.

Norala, Quinvy and Broadway Sound signaturesoundsonline.com/people/artists… Norala, Quinvy, and Broadway Sound each played their part in building the sonic landscape that would ripple far beyond Alabama, helping to shape records that impacted audiences around the world.

Percy Sledge in Muscle Shoals signaturesoundsonline.com/people/artists… “When a Man Loves a Woman” was the first major international hit to emerge from Muscle Shoals, firmly placing the town on the global musical map.

Kevin Tomlin Music Historian & Author

Discover deep-dive into stories in the book below, Motown’s unsung heroes and studio legends only on Icons of Detroit Part 2. An Introduction to American Soul and R&B. Volume 6 – Signature Sounds Online

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