Boomers Celebrate Black Music Month

Did you know that in May, 2002, President Bush proclaimed the month of June to be Black Music Month?  I didn’t know it was an “official” proclamation:

NOW, THEREFORE, I, GEORGE W. BUSH, President of the United States of America, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2008 as Black Music Month. I encourage all Americans to learn more about the history of black music and to enjoy the great contributions of African-American singers, musicians, and composers.

Soul Music—also known as the Motown Sound–is what many baby boomers grew up listening to.  Here are some of my favorites:

Temptations

Delfonics

The Persuasions

Kool & The Gang

Four Tops

Spinners

Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

The Supremes

Stevie Wonder

Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell

Who were some of YOUR favorites?

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