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.
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
"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
Everytime he looks in her eyes he falls deeper in love romantic vintage motown R&B soul romantic loving caring tender bright vibrant bouncey positive rhythmic soulful flowing retro great for internet radio radio edit overhead radio mall music live show concert nostalgia bar nightclub casino jukebox, Male 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
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
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
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 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
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
Haunting Pop tune that builds in intensity as the song progresses adding a synthesizer solo and culminating with an amazing bass drum and kalimba solo. The song is very danceable with a slow and steady beat. The song can be used in television, motion pictures and commercial advertising. 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-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
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
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
Detroit, analog warmth and 60s soul music. Funky Motown recalls these timeless characteristics of the motown sound. Bright and upbeat, this groove features guitar, organ and clavinet solos behind a pulsing rhythm section that imitates the legendary funk brothers. 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
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
Great authentic Detroit Motown Soul takes the listener to to the great Motor City. Lively upbeat makes the listener want to move and dance. Lots of horns, electronic organ and drums create a fabulous rendition of Motown vibe. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
An upbeat, fun 1960s track coming from the sounds of Detroit during that era. It features drums, bass, piano, vibes, electric guitars, and baritone sax, with that classic sound. Music bed with no melody. Great track for background music for film, documentary, or source music that needs that sound. Instrumental, RnB, Motown
A nostalgic trip back to the 60s with some easy going and feel-good Motown. Features piano, organ, sparse background vocals, saxophone, bass and drums. 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
