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The Kite - Youre A Good Man, Charlie Brown (1967)

MotownConnoisseur30 2026-09-23 | The Kite - Youre A Good Man, Charlie Brown (1967)

In The Bleak Midwinter - The Mormon Tabernacle Choir

MotownConnoisseur30 2014-12-04 | In The Bleak Midwinter - The Mormon Tabernacle Choir

I Cant Dance To That Music Youre Playin (Alternate Version) - Martha Reeves & the Vandellas

MotownConnoisseur30 2013-12-30 | By 1968, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas had a list of hit records to their name. Deke Richards was a new songwriter to the label and was given the task of writing a new A-side single for the group. "I Can't Dance To That Music You're Playin'" was written specifically for Martha Reeves. Unsatisfied with the first version, Motown's Quality Control had the song re-recorded which is the version here. Lost in the Motown vaults until 2013, it was recently released on "Martha Reeves & the Vandellas - 50th Anniversary: The Singles Collection 1962-1972."

Written by: Deke Richards & Debbie Dean
Produced by: Deke Richards
Track recorded: June 1, 1968
Lead vocal recorded: June 1, 1968
Background vocals recorded: July 2, 1968

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Mother Dear (All Versions) - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2013-10-13 | The three versions of "Mother Dear" mixed into one. A song Motown believed in enough to consider for single release twice, yet canceled twice in favor of "Nothing But Heartaches" and "I Hear A Symphony."

Written by: Brian Holland-Lamont Dozier-Edward Holland Jr.
Produced by: Brian Holland & Lamont Dozier

Version 1 (Recorded: June 1965)
Version 2 (Recorded: September 1965)
Version 3 (Recorded: March 1966)

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I Cant Wait Till Summer Comes - Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

MotownConnoisseur30 2013-06-24 | "I Can't Wait Till Summer Comes" was not a new track when it came to Martha Reeves recording the song in early 1970. The year before the Marvelettes were the first to record the song with different lyrics; however their version remained unreleased until 2011. Motown songwriter & producer Johnny Bristol decided to cut the song for the Supremes and then again for the Vandellas and the results were single worthy. Unfortunately the Vandellas' version did not see a release until 2013.

Written by: Johnny Bristol, Gladys Knight & Doris McNeil
Produced by: Johnny Bristol
Track recorded: January 23, 1970 - assigned to the Supremes
Strings recorded at Golden World: March 27, 1970
Background vocals recorded at Golden World: April 2, 1970
Lead vocal recorded: April 3, 1970

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I Care About Detroit - Smokey Robinson & the Miracles

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-10-19 | Written by: Jimmy Clark & Jack Combs
Produced by: Ivy Jo Hunter

We Should Be Closer Together - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-05-28 | In the summer of 1976, the Holland Brothers were once again at work on the Supremes' next album which would turn out to be their final album "Mary, Scherrie & Susaye." Filled with dance floor tracks, this beautiful ballad featuring Mary Wilson and Susaye Greene is a standout.

Written by: Janie Bradford-Freddie Gorman-Barbara Gaines-Brian Holland
Produced by: Brian Holland
Arranged by: Dale Warren
Track recorded: Date unknown
Horns & strings recorded: July 12, 1976
Lead vocal recorded: July 29, 1976
Percussion recorded: August 4, 1976
Moog recorded: August 7, 1976
All other dates unknown

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Make It With You - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-05-13 | In the summer of 1970, Bread were on their way to becoming the next big hit group. It all began when they scored a number one hit with "Make It With You." It would turn out to be a heavily covered song. In 1971, the Supremes got their shot at covering the song during the sessions for the unreleased "Promises Kept" album. The results were more than satisfying although it wouldn't be released until 2002 on "The 70's Anthology."

Written by: David Gates
Produced by: Henry Cosby
Track recorded: June 1971
Vocals recorded: June 25, 1971

Day After Day - Diana Ross & The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-05-04 | Here is an expanded version I created of the Supremes singing "Day After Day" from their March 1969 appearance on the Hollywood Palace. It was a local hit in Los Angeles for the rock group Shango.

Written by: Stuart Margolin, Jerry Riopelle & Tommy Reynolds

Mountain Greenery - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-03-27 | In 1966, the Supremes joined numerous popular artists at the time to film a TV special called "Rodgers & Hart Today" where they performed the timeless and classics songs of the Rodgers & Hart songbook. Berry Gordy, along with Gil Askey, teamed up to record an album for the Supremes singing the Rodgers & Hart songbook and for it to coincide with the airing of the TV special. The girls recorded over 26 songs with Motown planning to release the album as a 2-LP set. However it was cut down to just 12 songs with the other 14 recordings remaining in the Motown vaults until the 1980's. "The Supremes Sing Rodgers & Hart" was released in May 1967 to critical acclaim. Ranging from big band to jazz to the modern sounds of Motown, the album proved the Supremes could sing anything. It was versatility at its finest.

Written by: Richard Rodgers & Lorenz Hart
Produced by: Berry Gordy & Gil Askey
Arrangement by: Gil Askey
Track recorded in LA: date unknown
Vocals recorded: November 1966

I Am Woman, You Are Man - Diana Ross & The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-02-03 | "I Am Woman" was a song that was a staple in the Supremes' live shows in 1964 through 1965. It is best remembered for being on the Supremes' 1965 live album "The Supremes At The Copa." It was around that time that the group recorded a studio version of the song for their planned, yet shelved "There's A Place For Us" album which did not see the light of day until 2004. The song was eventually replaced in the Supremes' live shows, but in 1968 the group recorded another studio version when Berry Gordy had the group record the score of the hit Broadway musical "Funny Girl." The results were more than satisfying. Even though the "Funny Girl" album bombed on the pop charts, it does contain some of their best work.

Written by: Jule Styne-Bob Merrill
Produced by: Berry Gordy Jr.
Arranged by: Gil Askey
Track recorded in New York: Date unknown
Lead & group background vocals recorded: July 8, 1968

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Mother Dear (Version 2) - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2012-01-11 | The Supremes were on a hot streak in 1965 with one hit after another. After "Back In My Arms Again" hit the top of the charts, Motown was planning their next single. It was a toss-up between "Nothing But Heartaches" and "Mother Dear." "Mother Dear" was planned as their official next single as M1080, but it was switched out with "Nothing But Heartaches" instead. The Supremes would later perform "Mother Dear" on Dean Martin and Red Skelton's variety shows hinting at the possibility that Motown was going to release the song as a single. It was during this time that Holland-Dozier-Holland had the girls re-record the song with a more upbeat pep to it which is the version presented here. Holland-Dozier-Holland would record the song for a third time in 1966 in a completely different style than the previous two versions.

Written by: Brian Holland-Lamont Dozier-Edward Holland Jr.
Produced by: Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier
Working Title: "Love You Forever"
Track recorded: September 2, 1965
Background vocals recorded: September 4, 1965
Lead vocal recorded: September 8, 1965

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I Love The Man - Martha Reeves & The Vandellas

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-11-05 | In 1969, Motown released Martha Reeves & the Vandellas' 6th studio album, "Sugar & Spice." It would be the last album to feature Rosalind Ashford in the group. "I Love The Man" was a track from the album that had great potential to be a single. With a soaring string arrangement and soulful track by the Funk Brothers, it remains a fan favorite.

Written by: Janie Bradford and Raynard Miner
Produced by: Raynard Miner

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The Sidewalk Song - Richard Harris

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-06-15 | "The Sidewalk Song" was written by songwriter/producer & arranger Jimmy Webb for Johnny Rivers in 1967 which appeared on his "Rewind" album. Richard Harris, with the guidance of Jimmy Webb, recorded "The Sidewalk Song" for inclusion on his 1971 album, "My Boy" and shined on telling the story of the lyrics with emotion unlike any before.

Written & arranged by: Jimmy Webb

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Truly Yours - The Spinners

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-06-03 | Motown released "Truly Yours" as the A-single for the Spinners in summer of 1966. Although it barely charted on the pop charts, it became a big hit on the R&B charts. Despite its poor showing on the pop charts, the song would become a Motown classic. It would later be recorded by The Temptations and Ivy Jo Hunter.

Written by: Ivy Jo Hunter-William "Mickey" Stevenson
Produced by: Ivy Jo Hunter
Recorded: February 13, 1966

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Im Gonna Let My Heart Do The Walking (Susaye Greene Lead Version) - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-05-20 | In late 1975-early 1976, the Holland Brothers were at work recording and producing the Supremes' next album "High Energy." After Mary Wilson, Scherrie Payne, and Cindy Birdsong finished recording vocals for the entire album, Cindy Birdsong was let go from the group. Just a few days later, a talented young lady named Susaye Greene became the last Supreme. With an incredible voice and range, Susaye recorded two lead vocals for the album which included the title track "High Energy," and "I'm Gonna Let My Heart Do The Walking." The Holland Brothers decided to use her lead as ad-libs in the released version which was sung by Scherrie Payne. Here is the full Susaye Greene lead version.

Written by: Brian Holland-Edward Holland Jr.-Harold Beatty
Produced by: Brian Holland
Arranged by: James Carmichael
Track recorded: Dates unknown
Susaye Green lead vocal recorded: February 18, 1976

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Im Gonna Let My Heart Do The Walking (Extended Version) - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-04-10 | By 1976, the Supremes appeared to be gaining back some popularity after being paired up with their old songwriting/producing team of Brian & Eddie Holland. The results included "I'm Gonna Let My Heart Do The Walking" which was released in the spring of 1976 and became a smash disco hit across the country. It would turn out to be the Supremes' last top 40 hit before the group disbanded the following year. It was also the first Supremes single since "Your Heart Belongs To Me" in 1962 to feature four Supremes on a record. This version appeared on the Supremes 4-CD Box Set released in 2000.

Written by: Brian Holland-Harold Beatty-Edward Holland Jr.
Produced by: Brian Holland
Arranged by: James Carmichael
Track recorded: December 1975
Scherrie Payne lead vocals recorded: January 7 & February 19, 1976

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Too Busy Thinking About My Baby - Jimmy Ruffin

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-03-26 | Norman Whitfield was well known for having his songs be recorded multiple times by multiple artists. This song "Too Busy Thinking About My Baby" was no exception. Originally recorded by the Temptations, Norman Whitfield decided that Jimmy Ruffin should be given a shot at recording the song. The results are incredible and should have been considered for a single. Jimmy recorded a different song with different lyrics to the same instrumental track known as "I Know How To Love Her" prior to recording "Too Busy Thinking About My Baby" to the same track back in 1964.

Written by: Norman Whitfield, Barrett Strong, and Janie Bradford
Produced by: Norman Whitfield
Working Titles: "Stop Leading Me On," "Do You Know How To Love," and "I Know How To Love Her"
Track recorded: August 14, 1964
Additional instrumentation recorded: August 21, 1964
Additional overdubs & Temptations background vocals recorded: November 10, 1965
Lead vocal & additional overdubs recorded: February 7 & 9, 1966

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Everybody Needs Love - Jimmy Ruffin

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-03-19 | Jimmy Ruffin had become a successful Motown artist after his song "What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted" became a huge hit. His following singles were top notch quality, but somehow didn't achieve the same success as "What Becomes Of The Brokenhearted." This song, "Everybody Needs Love" had A-side single potential, but instead was the B-side to "I'll Say Forever My Love" in 1968. "Everybody Needs Love" was recorded by several Motown artists, but this version stands out to be the best.

Written by: Edward Holland Jr. & Norman Whitfield
Produced by: Norman Whitfield
Track recorded: January 6, 1965
Lead vocal recorded: January 8, 1965
Strings & background vocals recorded: April 28, 1965

My Little Red Book - Manfred Mann (Film Version)

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-02-05 | "My Little Red Book" was a song written for the 1965 film "What's New Pussycat?" starring Peter O'Toole and Peter Sellers. Burt Bacharach had the group record two versions of the song. This first version was used in the film only. A second version was recorded shortly after and was released on the film's soundtrack and issued as a single. The song did poorly on the charts, but had minor success when Arthur Lee & Love did a cover in 1966.

This film version was released on the CD reissue of the soundtrack for "What's New Pussycat?" as a bonus track.

Music by: Burt Bacharach
Lyrics by: Hal David

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Stay In My Lonely Arms - Diana Ross & The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-01-13 | "Stay In My Lonely Arms" was a song that Holland-Dozier-Holland first recorded with the Four Tops in 1965 and then shortly after with the Elgins in 1966. In late 1967, the Supremes had their turn at recording the song which would prove to be one of the last songs that Holland-Dozier-Holland produced for the group before leaving Motown in early 1968. It was also one of the first songs recorded with the newest Supreme, Cindy Birdsong. Although the Andantes were mixed with Mary and Cindy on this track, listen to the very end where the Andantes and Diana's track cut out....it's Mary and Cindy together singing loud and clear. Hopefully Motown will eventually release the original version with just Diana, Mary, and Cindy.

Written by: Brian Holland-Lamont Dozier-Edward Holland Jr.
Produced by: Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier
Track, lead vocals & additional instrumentation recorded: November 1967
Background vocals recorded: November 15 & 16, 1967

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Love Is Here And Now Youre Gone (Japanese Quad - Flub Version) - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2011-01-11 | In the mid-1970's, Motown tried to buy into the market of quadraphonic sound which consisted of a 4-channel stereo surround sound system. In Japan, Motown released several albums and greatest hits collections including a greatest hits album on Diana Ross & The Supremes. The album consisted of alternate versions, vocals, and mixes of their hits which were never heard before. This version of "Love Is Here And Now You're Gone" was released on the album. It consists of an alternate mix of the song as well as two separate lead vocals by Diana with a noticeable flub left in the mix! The first lead starts at the beginning and lasts until 0:51 where she says "I don't...I don't like that..." Suddenly, a second lead vocal kicks in at 0:52 which lasts until the end of the song.

Written by: Brian Holland-Lamont Dozier-Edward Holland Jr.
Produced by: Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier

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Finale - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-12-21 | "1776" was a successful Broadway musical that earned the 1969 Tony Award for Best Musical. It's success would lead its way to Hollywood when Columbia Pictures under the supervision of Jack Warner adapted the critically acclaimed musical for the big screen with much of the original Broadway cast. Released in 1972.

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Is Anybody There? - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Compliments - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Molasses To Rum - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

The Egg - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Momma Look Sharp - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Cool, Cool, Considerate Men - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

He Plays The Violin - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

But Mr. Adams - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Yours, Yours, Yours - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

The Lees Of Old Virginia - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Piddle, Twiddle And Resolve - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Sit Down, John - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

Overture - 1776 (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-12-20 | "1776" was a successful Broadway musical that earned the 1969 Tony Award for Best Musical. It's success would lead its way to Hollywood when Columbia Pictures under the supervision of Jack Warner adapted the critically acclaimed musical for the big screen with much of the original Broadway cast. Released in 1972.

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My Christmas Tree - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-11-28 | By 1965, the Supremes were the biggest girl group in the world. With 5 number one hits under their belts, it was only fitting that they record other material and a Christmas album was destined to be. With a mixture of traditional Christmas music and some Motown-penned tunes, "Merry Christmas" was released in November 1965. One of the Motown tunes written for the album was "My Christmas Tree," which was written by a soon-to-be-renowned songwriter, Jimmy Webb. It was in fact his first song ever to be recorded by a major recording group. This tune would later be recorded by the Temptations and has become a favorite Motown Christmas tune.

Written by: Jimmy Webb
Produced by: Harvey Fuqua
Track recorded in Los Angeles: August, 1965
Vocals recorded in Detroit: September, 1965

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Gonna Keep On Tryin Till I Win Your Love - Jimmy Ruffin

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-11-19 | Norman Whitfield was having a string of success writing and producing for the Temptations by 1968, but he also produced for other artists such as Jimmy Ruffin. Jimmy Ruffin was the second artist to record "Gonna Keep On Tryin' Till I Win Your Love" and the results were outstanding. It was first recorded by Edwin Starr and then later recorded by Marvin Gaye, the Undisputed Truth, and the Temptations. Jimmy's version was released as an A-side single in November 1968.

Written by: Norman Whitfield-Barrett Strong
Produced by: Norman Whitfield
Working Title: "Going Up In Smoke"
Track recorded: July 19, 1968
Lead vocal recorded: July 20, 1968
Background vocals recorded: August 14, 1968
Strings recorded: August 15, 1968

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Back In My Arms Again - 101 Strings Orchestra

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-10-13 | The 101 Strings Orchestra was popular for recording symphony versions of all songs from all genres. In 1968, they recorded an album of hits made famous by the Supremes. This orchestra version of "Back In My Arms Again" was one of those songs recorded.

Written by: Brian Holland-Lamont Dozier-Edward Holland Jr.

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Where Is That Girl - The Spinners

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-10-08 | The Spinners were a top-notch group at Motown during the 60's, yet did not get the same treatment as such groups as the Four Tops and the Temptations. Although they had minor success on the charts until the 1970's, they recorded some great Motown songs including this song which was the B-side of their classic "Truly Yours."

Written by: Johnny Bristol and Harvey Fuqua
Produced by: Harvey Fuqua
Track recorded: April 8, 1965
Spinners vocals recorded: April 13, 1965
Strings recorded: April 9 & 28, 1965

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He Doesnt Love Her Anymore - Martha & The Vandellas

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-09-24 | By 1966, Martha & the Vandellas were one of the biggest groups in pop music with numerous hits like "Nowhere To Run," "Dancing In The Street," "(Love Is Like A) Heat Wave," and "My Baby Loves Me." This hidden gem was the B-side to their huge hit "I'm Ready For Love" and also featured on their 1966 "Watchout!" album. This great tune certainly had A-side potential and was a wonderful showcase for Martha, Rosalind, and Betty's incredible talent.

Written by: Ivy Jo Hunter
Produced by: Ivy Jo Hunter

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Didnt We - Diana Ross

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-09-22 | Diana Ross' last performance with the Supremes was at the Frontier Hotel in Las Vegas on January 14, 1970. Her performance of Jimmy Webb's "Didn't We" was sung to Berry Gordy for what they accomplished together, however I think it is a far more fitting song from Diana to Mary, Florence and Cindy for the enormous success and achievements they accomplished as a group together. The final performance was recorded along with other performances during the engagement. The recordings were released on the live album "Farewell" in April, 1970.

Produced by Deke Richards
Recorded: January 14, 1970

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Im Gonna Make It Up To You - Kim Weston

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-09-22 | The Motown Sound came roaring into 1965 like a train and Kim Weston was one of the artists on board who helped define the music of Motown. It was during this time that Kim Weston was in the studio working with numerous writers and producers to find the right song. This song was one of those that were recorded that unfortunately did not see the light of day until 2005. It surely was A-side single material!

Written by: Vernon Bullock-Henry Cosby-William "Mickey" Stevenson
Produced by Henry Cosby and William "Mickey" Stevenson
Track recorded: date unknown
Strings recorded: November 9, 1965
Lead & background vocals recorded: November 17, 1965

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I Hear A Symphony - The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-09-16 | "I Hear A Symphony" performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Crouch End Festival Chorus conducted by Ben Foster

From the album "I Hear A Symphony: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform the Classic Hits of Motown"

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Dancing In The Street - The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-09-14 | "Dancing In The Street" performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Crouch End Festival Chorus conducted by Ben Foster

From the album "I Hear A Symphony: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform the Classic Hits of Motown"

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Get Ready - The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-09-14 | "Get Ready" performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Crouch End Festival Chorus conducted by Ben Foster

From the album "I Hear A Symphony: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform the Classic Hits of Motown"

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You Gave Me Love - Diana Ross & The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-08-30 | "You Gave Me Love" was a track that was featured on "Cream Of The Crop," Diana Ross' last studio album with The Supremes. "You Gave Me Love" was certainly a 'cream of the crop' track that was deserved to be a single, but with "Someday We'll Be Together" already on the charts as Diana's last single with the Supremes, there was no way that Motown would have released this song as a single. It's a shame because it really could have been a hit.

Written by: Johnny Bristol-Harvey Fuqua-Margaret Johnson
Produced by: Harvey Fuqua and Johnny Bristol
Arranged by: Andrew Terry
Track and vocals recorded in 1968

Jimmy Ruffin recorded version in the summer of 1969 where it was featured on his "Groove Governor" album in September 1970.

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Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me) - The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-08-04 | "Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)" performed by The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra & Crouch End Festival Chorus conducted by Ben Foster

From the album "I Hear A Symphony: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra perform the Classic Hits of Motown"

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Hits Medley (Come See About Me/Baby Love/Stop! In The Name of Love) - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-07-26 | The Supremes were on a hot streak going into 1965 and had become the hottest new singing group in the country. With 4 number one hits and one soon to become a number one, the Supremes were well on their way to becoming the greatest girl group in the world. This medley of their hits was recorded in 1965 for Dick Clark's ABC special "Where The Action Is" which the ladies lip-synced to during the taping. "Come See About Me" was edited out of the medley before it was broadcasted on June 28, 1965. The medley was released in 2008 on the 2-CD set "Motown Lost & Found - Let The Music Play: Supreme Rarities (1960-1969)."

Written by: Brian Holland-Lamont Dozier-Edward Holland Jr.
Produced by: Brian Holland and Lamont Dozier
Track recorded: February 4, 1965
Vocals & various overdubs recorded: February 8, 1965

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Chained To Yesterday - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-07-24 | "Chained To Yesterday" was a track that was originally written and intended for Diana Ross & The Supremes to record back in 1969, but they never got around to recording their vocals. The track would be pulled out two years later in 1971 and was reassigned to the Supremes, but with Jean Terrell now in the group. The song was among many others that were considered to be included on the shelved "Promises Kept" album. This song wasn't released until 2006 when it was released on "This Is The Story - The 70's Albums: Vol. 1 1970-1973."

Written by: Beatrice Verdi-Pam Sawyer-Henry Cosby
Produced by: Frank Wilson, Deke Richards and R. Dean Taylor
Originally assigned to Diana Ross & The Supremes
Track recorded: January 24, 1969
Demo vocal recorded: January 31, 1969
Strings recorded: July 12, 1969
Lead vocal recorded: October 19, 1971
Background vocals recorded: October 20, 1971

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And I Thought You Loved Me - The Supremes

MotownConnoisseur30 2010-07-24 | The Supremes roared into 1971 with much success with big hits like "Up The Ladder To The Roof," "Stoned Love," and "River Deep Mountain High" with the Four Tops. By late spring into summer of 1971, the Supremes were back in the studio cutting numerous tracks with various writers and producers for the right song. In the process, over 20 tracks were recorded and plans were made by Motown to release another album on the Supremes in December 1971. The album was to be called "Promises Kept," however it was cancelled leaving tons of tracks to sit in the vault. This ballad is one of those songs that didn't get to see the light of day until 2006 when it was released on "This Is The Story - The 70's Albums: Vol. 1 1970-1973."

Written by: Nick Zesses and Dino Fekaris
Produced by: Bobby Taylor
Track recorded: June 16, 1971
Additional instrumentation recorded: June 24, 1971
Lead and background vocals recorded: July 19, 1971
Horns and strings recorded: July 26, 1971

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