The Supremes- The Supremes Sing-Holland-Dozier-Holland

12/18/24 • 17 min

30 Albums For 30 Years (1964-1994)

S4-Ep.3 The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland (Motown)

Release Jan 23, 1967, and Recorded 1964-1966

The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland is a standout album that showcases the magic between The Supremes and the iconic Motown songwriting and production team Holland-Dozier-Holland (HDH). Released at the peak of their popularity, the album features classic hits like "You Keep Me Hangin' On" and "Love Is Here and Now You're Gone," reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. These tracks highlight Diana Ross's powerful vocals, backed by the impeccable musicianship of Motown's Funk Brothers. The album blends sophisticated pop with emotional storytelling, driven by HDH’s signature sound—tight harmonies, lush orchestrations, and an infectious rhythm. While the album is more a collection of singles than a cohesive concept, its polished sound and universal appeal helped solidify The Supremes as pop and R&B icons. Despite internal group tensions, including Florence Ballard’s eventual departure, their collaboration with HDH remains a cornerstone of Motown’s legacy.

Signature Track "You Keep Me Hangin' On," "Love is Here and Now You're Gone," "It's The Same Old Song"

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S4-Ep.3 The Supremes Sing Holland–Dozier–Holland (Motown)

Release Jan 23, 1967, and Recorded 1964-1966

Signature Track "You Keep Me Hangin' On," "Love is Here and Now You're Gone," "It's The Same Old Song"

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The Monkees-More of the Monkees

S4-Ep.2 The Monkees-More of the Monkees (Colgems)

Released January 9, 1967. Recorded June 25 – November 23, 1966

More of the Monkees is the second studio album by The Monkees, which features a mix of pop-rock and folk influences. The album showcases the group’s emerging sounds, which had very little to do with the Monkees themselves. The manufactured group mainly performed songs by top songwriters as singers, while some of the most talented studio musicians handled the best. More of the Monkees captured the sounds of pop music of the era with its catchy melodies and upbeat tunes. The album's themes often revolve around love and relationships; the album's commercial success solidified The Monkees' place in pop culture and set the stage for the Monkees to have enough clout to demand more creative control. What you get with this album is some finely crafted songs written by talented songwriters and performed by skilled session musicians. Members sing the songs of the Monkees, and each has a distinct voice.

Signature Track "Mary, Mary," ("I'm Not Your) Stepping "Stone, "I'm A Believer"

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