Motown’s music was crafted with an ear towards pop appeal. The record company specialized in a type of soul music it referred to with the trademark "The Motown Sound". The Motown Sound was typified by a number of characteristics: the use of tambourines to accent the back beat, prominent and often melodic electric bass guitar lines, distinctive melodic and chord structures, and a call and response singing style that originated in gospel music. In addition, pop production techniques such as the use of orchestral string sections, charted horn sections, and carefully arranged background vocals were also used. Complex arrangements and elaborate, melismatic vocal riffs were avoided.
The good time sounds coming out of the Motor City in the 1960s. This instrumental soul track features drums, bass, piano, vibes, electric guitars, and horn section. Very upbeat, fun and rhythmic with that classic retro sound. Could be used in docs, commercials, or source music. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Big and grandiose production that captures the classic Motown sound of the 60s and 70s. Huge and roomy drums, real horn section, groovy percussion, solid bass and flowing tenor sax melody. Lots of great effervescent flavor and vibe. Happy sound with a soulful groove all the way through. Real horns. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Funky, groovy, with a 70s feel, this mid-tempo lively track is perfect for conveying a sexy, rich, yet elegant soundscape. Great for productions that require a pleasing, positive, warm vibe, with a touch of retro, such as films, commercials, and other projects. Retro groover takes you back to the ha, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Upbeat Instrumental with a big touch of the sound of Motown Memories attached to the groove and rhythm of the bouncing dance track. It really takes you back to "The Girls' Alright With Me - You Know The Girls' Alright" "Beauty's Only Skin Deep"... Temptations and the Four Tops elements for sure. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
This feel-good, horn dominated 60’s style R&B track is bursting with energy. Soulfully syncopated saxes, trombone and trumpet punctuate melodies over a rhythm section of electric guitars, vintage organ, bass and drums. This is superb music for commercials, comedies, love dramas, city themes, and, Instrumental, Reggae, Ska
A retro-soul classic Motown groove. Smooth bassline coupled with horn section reminiscent of the late 60's. Great for capturing the viewers attention with a feel good factor. Suitable for corporate projects, food, fashion, party scenes or any other projects that needs soulful happy music, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A retro-soul classic Motown groove. Smooth bassline coupled with horn section reminiscent of the late 60's. Great for capturing the viewers attention with a feel good factor. Suitable for corporate projects, food, fashion, party scenes or any other projects that needs soulful happy music, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
he's sending her a brand new pair of walking shoes for her to walk out of her broken heart and into his arms positive playful bouncy upbeat uptempo romantic rhythmic dancing driving rocking song great for internet radio mall music elevator music romantic new love fashion show shoe commercial soaps, Male Vocals, RnB, Motown
Classic, tight, early Detroit R&B with a steady groove and good energy. This track has a very 1960’s feel with organs, claps, electric guitars, horns, bass and drums. Excellent for comedy, vehicle and urban themes, 60’s period pieces, travel and lifestyle shows. Instrumental, RnB, 1970's Vintage RnB
"Indulge in the smooth, soulful sounds of this instrumental masterpiece. With a grooving bassline, sultry saxophone melodies, rhythmic drums, and soul-stirring guitar licks, this track radiates warmth and emotion. Relaxation playlists and spa environments. Sophisticated lounge atmosphere, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Modern Pop Inspired Instrumental, Plenty of variation and melodic interest to keep the motivation and inspiration going. Based on many contemporary Pop and R&B stars and their use of recording techniques and arrangements. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A retro-soul classic Motown groove. Smooth bassline coupled with horn section reminiscent of the late 60's. Great for capturing the viewers attention with a feel good factor. Suitable for corporate projects, food, fashion, party scenes or any other projects that needs soulful happy music, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
This old school soul music track takes you back to the Motown sound of the 1960s, similar in style to artists such as Martha and the Vandellas, The Supremes, Amy Winehouse. Features female vocals, drums, piano, electric guitar, strings, vibraphone, horns, bass. Great for retro film, TV, and media, Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
This instrumental track brings back the upbeat and classic sound of Motown from the 60s. It features drums, bass, piano, vibes, guitars, bari sax, tenor sax, trumpet, trombone, and strings. Great track for background music for movies docs about that time and that sound. Also source music. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Upbeat, soulful and authentic Sixties R&B. Vintage organs, electric guitars, grooving bass and drums. This track is excellent for adding that positive ‘60s sound to commercials, family and friendship theme dramas and travel programming. Instrumental, RnB, 1970's Vintage RnB
A cool and retro R&B / Soul track features piano, strings, horns, electric bass, guitar and drums. Feel-good and retro Soul influenced by decades of classic music from 60s Motown to 90s RnB. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
get down and get funky with this uptown fun positive rhythmic lively energetic feel good groovy bright vibrant R&B carefree percussive happy stimulating instrumental great for overhead radio leisure phone hold music ringtones fashion show, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Smooth and groovy 60s/70s Motown with horns, piano, guitar, bass and drums. Great for any project looking for the a cool and laid back vintage Soul soundtrack. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
He can't help himself he's in love Retro Motown R&B uptempo upbeat uplifting vibrant bright lively energetic stirring romantic edgy happy elated spirited edgy nostalgic loving caring tender stimulating perfect for internet radio corporate mall music phone hold music ringtones romantic new love soaps, Male Vocals, RnB, Motown
Soulful and powerful song with a message. Empowering anthem for women and the MeToo movement. Style similar to Jennifer Hudson, Joss Stone, Demi Lovato, Jessi J. Subdued hip hop-based beat with a soul stirring flow. Electric guitar. Being a strong woman, and standing up for yourself. Girl powe, Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
This instrumental track brings back the sound of 1960s Motown songs. The instrumentation is drums, tambourine, bass, piano, vibes, electric guitars and horns. Classic line-up, with that classic retro sound. It will take you right to Hitsville. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Want a song with some renown? This gorgeous Motown/Pop/Jazz piece has already won gold in film festivals all over the world. Featuring vocalist Sarah Marie Young this gem is perfect for puppy love, for showing a budding relationship, as background music, for montages, you name it. This one's got it! Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
A retro 60s sounding instrumental track with that Motown sound and groove. Very funky featuring drums, bass, B3 organ, "chunky" rhythm guitars, and horns on the lead. Great track for background music for a film or doc about that period, or source music. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A fast, upbeat instrumental track with a bit of a 60s Motown sound to it. It features drums, bass, Vibes, electric guitars, and horn section with bari and tenor saxes, trombone, and trumpet. Great track for background for commercials about getting away, family fun, vacations, and getting together. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Authentic sounding Motown track with female vocals, horns, piano, guitar, drums and bass. A driving groove with lyrics about relationship struggles. Great for adding a touch of classic Soul. Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
Soulful modern electric blues song about a couple trying to work through a relationship problem. Features female vocal, electric guitar, organ, male backing vocals, bass, and drums. Great for romantic comedy, background music played on a radio, in a bar, or on a car stereo during a road trip. Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
The Boulevard in the title is W. Grand Blvd. in Detroit where the original Motown studios are. This instrumental is a sound-alike of the tracks that were laid down by The Funk Brothers on those early Motown recordings in the 60s. It features drums, bass, piano, vibes, piano, guitars, and horns. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
there's no wrong time or wrong place to be kind to someone positive inspirational message uplifting rhythmic bright bouncy vibrant stirring stimulating innocent hopeful heartwarming soul great for internet radio mall music retro nostalgia live show bar night club lounge casino restaurant cruise ship, Male Vocals, RnB, Motown
a super funky grove with driving bass line and guitars cool horn riff and clavinet, retro soul ideal for an uplifting commercial or Tv show intro very cool and current but with clear reference to Motown classics super fly dance club bar atmosphere party anything that needs energy and a happy feel, Instrumental, RnB, Motown
ONE & ONLY by Sara Laine features funky guitars, hot horns and sexy female vocals making it the perfect fit for all romance-themed film, television and commercial productions looking for a Motown inspired track! Female Vocals, RnB, Motown
A mid-tempo, soul, instrumental track out of Detroit. It features drums, tambourine, congas, bass, piano, electric guitar, trumpet, and tenor sax. Has a bit of an early 70s sound to it. Very cool, and laid back with a smooth jazz sound. Could be used in urban settings needing that retro feel. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A modern funk pop track with a funky bass line, uptempo beat and vocal chants. Great for use with sport, fast moving content, dancing media. Available with or without the vocal parts. Vocal Samples, RnB, Electro-Soul
Authentic sounding 60's Soul/Motown with horns, piano, guitar, vibraphone, bass and drums. Great for nostalgic flashbacks to a golden age of R&B. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
The upbeat, good-time sounds coming out of Hitsville, U.S.A. in Detroit in the 1960s. This instrumental track has the classic instrumentation of drums, tambourine, bass, B3 organ, piano, electric guitars, bari sax, trombone, tenor sax, and trumpet. It’s fun and celebratory at a fast 190 bpm. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
Up Early With You is electric guitar, Rhodes, keyboard bass and drums. It has a good groove with strong melodies and a rhythmic background with jazzy chords. Good for R&B radio, restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
