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EPISODE · Jun 24, 2026 · 5 MIN

Does Motown's legacy endure for Detroit's younger generations?

from Morning Edition · host Don Gonyea

Motown --- the music and the label -- is central to the identity of Detroiters. The music is woven together with the city's legacy. But do younger generations feel the same way?

Motown --- the music and the label -- is central to the identity of Detroiters. The music is woven together with the city's legacy. But do younger generations feel the same way?

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