Motown

Motown is an iconic American record label founded by <a href="/article/berry-gordy-jr">Berry Gordy Jr.</a> in <a href="/article/detroit">Detroit</a>, Michigan, in 1959. It became a powerhouse of <a href="/article/soul-music">soul music</a>, famous for its unique "Motown Sound" and its groundbreaking success in bringing African American artists to mainstream audiences. The label played a crucial role in shaping popular music and promoting racial integration during the 1960s.