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Author: Jonathan Shead

Detroit’s civil rights legacy, Darrin Camilleri, Black Business Month, Weekend events | One Detroit

Aug 24, 2023

The historic tie between the 1963 March on Washington and the Detroit Walk to Freedom and how they changed civil rights in America. State Sen. Darrin Camilleri shares how the MiLEAP program will play a role in the state’s population growth. For National Black Business Month, two business owners share the challenges faced by Black women entrepreneurs. Plus, check out what’s happening around town this weekend.

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Rhythms of change: Motown Museum reflects on recording civil rights history 60 years ago

Aug 23, 2023

As the nation reflects on the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom and the Detroit Walk to Freedom, an intriguing connection exists between Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s speeches and the iconic Motown Records. In an exclusive interview, contributor Cecelia Sharpe of 90.9 WRCJ, delves into this significant link with Robin Terry, Chairwoman and CEO of the Motown Museum.

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Motown Records’ civil rights recordings, Masterpiece Sound Studios’ cover song contest | American Black Journal

Aug 22, 2023

Motown Museum CEO Robin Terry sheds light on Motown Records’ groundbreaking decision to make Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s speeches available on record albums and how that continues to influence the museum’s initiatives. Plus, Masterpiece Sound Studios recently showcased the power of Motown’s musical legacy with its cover song contest, crowning Drey Skonie and The Klouds as the first-place winner.

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