Standing in the Shadows of Motown (2002)

In the vibrant year of 1959, Berry Gordy Jr., a visionary with a passion for music, united the crème de la crème of Detroit's jazz and blues musicians to breathe life into his nascent record company. Over an electrifying span of fourteen years, these unsung heroes, known as the Funk Brothers, created the pulsating rhythm that powered every hit from Motown's golden Detroit era. Their extraordinary journey culminated in a musical legacy that outshone the Beach Boys, the Rolling Stones, Elvis, and even the Beatles - marking them as the most potent hitmakers in the annals of popular music. After four decades of their inaugural note on a Motown track, and three decades since their last symphonic union, the Funk Brothers reconvened on their home turf. They returned to Detroit with a mission to reignite their music and recount their extraordinary tale. Guided by the evocative strains of archival footage, captivating still photos, insightful interviews, and vivid re-creation scenes, they painted a nostalgic picture of their heyday. Alongside this, they breathed new life into 20 Motown master tracks, and delivered twelve exhilarating live performances of Motown classics, backed by contemporary artists. Standing in the Shadows of Motown (2002) is a riveting exploration of the Funk Brothers' profound influence, their unforgettable journey, and their enduring legacy in the world of music.

Standing in the Shadows of Motown is a documentary movie featuring Richard 'Pistol' Allen and directed by Paul Justman.

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