Gordy family

Ethiopia Habtemariam Elevated To Chairman & CEO Of Motown Records

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Monday, March 1, 2021
Motown, Music, Music of Detroit, American music, Record labels, Gordy family, African-American culture, African-American music, Berry Gordy

Since joining Motown, Habtemariam oversaw the label's relocation to Los Angeles from New York in 2014 and its subsequent resurgence.Under her leadership, Motown continues its traditions of artist development and forging dynamic partnerships with creative and entrepreneurial entities including Atlanta-based Quality Control Music (QC).

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  • Since joining Motown, Habtemariam oversaw the label's relocation to Los Angeles from New York in 2014 and its subsequent resurgence.Under her leadership, Motown continues its traditions of artist development and forging dynamic partnerships with creative and entrepreneurial entities including Atlanta-based Quality Control Music (QC).
  • Habtemariam said, "It's an incredible honor to represent and define what Motown is today.
  • Prior to joining Motown, Habtemariam was President of Urban Music & Co-Head of Creative at Universal Music Publishing Group, where she developed the careers of some of the most significant songwriters/producers in music today.
  • Founded in 1959 by Mr. Berry Gordy, Motown Records created a worldwide platform, crafting relationships and a path for creative Black entrepreneurship.

Ethiopia Habtemariam Elevated To Chairman & CEO Of Motown Records

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 1, 2021
Motown, Music, Music of Detroit, American music, Record labels, Gordy family, African-American culture, African-American music, Berry Gordy

Since joining Motown, Habtemariam oversaw the label's relocation to Los Angeles from New York in 2014 and its subsequent resurgence.Under her leadership, Motown continues its traditions of artist development and forging dynamic partnerships with creative and entrepreneurial entities including Atlanta-based Quality Control Music (QC).

Key Points: 
  • Since joining Motown, Habtemariam oversaw the label's relocation to Los Angeles from New York in 2014 and its subsequent resurgence.Under her leadership, Motown continues its traditions of artist development and forging dynamic partnerships with creative and entrepreneurial entities including Atlanta-based Quality Control Music (QC).
  • Habtemariam said, "It's an incredible honor to represent and define what Motown is today.
  • Prior to joining Motown, Habtemariam was President of Urban Music & Co-Head of Creative at Universal Music Publishing Group, where she developed the careers of some of the most significant songwriters/producers in music today.
  • Founded in 1959 by Mr. Berry Gordy, Motown Records created a worldwide platform, crafting relationships and a path for creative Black entrepreneurship.

Older Black Men Voices: Are They Strong or Compromised?

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Saturday, December 19, 2020
Musicians, Gordy family, Marvin Gaye, Kwanzaa, Marvin

In Portland, it is nothing to stroll through a vastly white neighborhood and see multiple Black Lives Matter yard signs.

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  • In Portland, it is nothing to stroll through a vastly white neighborhood and see multiple Black Lives Matter yard signs.
  • A show in Portland hosted by Black elderly men is now available online at https://www.resourcescholarsshow.com to give the world a chance to observe uncompromising, intelligent, and spirited points of view.
  • On the topics of Black Music legend Marvin Gaye and Kwanzaa, real jewels are put forth during the show.
  • Not all shows will be for small children as some of the shows have explicit language due to the subject matter.

U.S. Postal Service Salutes 'Prince of Soul'

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019
Musicians, Postage stamps of the United States, Gordy family, Marvin Gaye, United States Postal Service

Postal Service today honored the music legend with the dedication of a new commemorative Forever stamp during a first-day-of-issue ceremony at the Greek Theatre, where he once performed.

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  • Postal Service today honored the music legend with the dedication of a new commemorative Forever stamp during a first-day-of-issue ceremony at the Greek Theatre, where he once performed.
  • "The Postal Service is honored to recognize Marvin Gaye, the Motown legend, with a stamp on his birthday in this venue that held a special place in his heart," said Gary R. Barksdale, chief postal inspector, U.S.
  • The Marvin Gaye Forever stamp is the ninth in the Postal Service's Music Icons stamp series.
  • Postal Service media resources, including broadcast quality video and audio and photo stills, visit the USPS Newsroom .

Marvin Gaye's Never-Released 1972 Tamla/Motown Album, 'You're The Man,' Set For Global Release On March 29 By Motown/UMe

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Thursday, February 7, 2019
Music, Marvin Gaye, Counterculture of the 1960s, Gordy family, You're the Man, Live at the London Palladium, Praise

You're The Man features all of Gaye's solo and non-soundtrack recordings from 1972, with most of the album's tracks making their vinyl release debuts.

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  • You're The Man features all of Gaye's solo and non-soundtrack recordings from 1972, with most of the album's tracks making their vinyl release debuts.
  • 1 on Billboard's Hot Soul Singles chart (since renamed Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs) and Top 10 Pop the year before.
  • His new single, "You're The Man" a percolating, sarcastic riff on political non-action issued as the U.S. presidential campaign was kicking off reached No.
  • Ambivalent about recording, stubborn about moving to Los Angeles with Berry Gordy and Motown, Marvin by his actions proclaimed no more new Marvin Gaye music.

The Ryan Gordy Foundation To Host A "Day Of Wellness" In Partnership With Teen Cancer America

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Friday, January 11, 2019
Motown, Music, Gordy family, African-American music, American music, Berry Gordy

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, January 12th, The Ryan Gordy Foundation in partnership with Teen Cancer America will host its first "Day of Wellness", inviting young cancer survivors to work with master chefs and yoga experts for a day of nutrition and mindfulness.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 11, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- On Saturday, January 12th, The Ryan Gordy Foundation in partnership with Teen Cancer America will host its first "Day of Wellness", inviting young cancer survivors to work with master chefs and yoga experts for a day of nutrition and mindfulness.
  • The Day of Wellness honors and celebrates the life of Ryan Kennedy Gordy, late grandson to Motown founder Berry Gordy.
  • The Ryan Gordy Foundation strives to continue his legacy and inspire others to live the best version of their lives through wellness, a healthy lifestyle, education, and resources for prevention while targeting cancer awareness.
  • - Ryan Gordy
    For more information about Ryan Gordy and his legacy, please visit https://www.ryangordyfoundation.org .

The Ryan Gordy Foundation In Partnership With Teen Cancer America Is Set To Host Its Inaugural Wellness Golf Classic

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Friday, October 5, 2018
Motown, Gordy family, Berry Gordy, Gordy, African-American music, Film, Cinema of the United States

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday October 16th, The Ryan Gordy Foundation in partnership with Teen Cancer America will host their Inaugural Ryan Gordy Foundation Wellness Golf Classic at the Moorpark Country Club in Southern California.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 5, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- On Tuesday October 16th, The Ryan Gordy Foundation in partnership with Teen Cancer America will host their Inaugural Ryan Gordy Foundation Wellness Golf Classic at the Moorpark Country Club in Southern California.
  • Presented by BMW, The Wellness Golf Classic will spotlight the vivacious life of music legend Berry Gordy's late grandson, Ryan Gordy, who, after being diagnosed with Leukemia, courageously opted out of chemotherapy to live a vibrant life.
  • The event will serve as a follow up to the Foundations signature event, which included a tribute performance by the great Stevie Wonder.
  • The invite only Golf Classic will also play host to VIP's, and close friends of the Gordy family.