On-The-Air: Motown's 50th Anniversary

from Minnesota Public Radio

Motown 50th Anniversary

For many, the music of Motown is a soundtrack to their youth. For others, it's forever entwined with the Civil Rights movement. For the rest of us, it's simply great music. Midmorning examines the musical and social legacy of Motown Records.

Guests

Mark Anthony Neal: professor of African-American studies at Duke University. He is the author of several books, including "New Black Man" and "Songs in the Key of Black Life: A Rhythm and Blues Nation."

Suzanne Smith: associate professor of history at George Mason University and author of "Dancing in the Streets: Motown and the Cultural Politics of Detroit."