The Apollo Premiere Celebrated 85 Years of Black Entertainment
Smokey Robinson, Leslie Uggams and more walked the red carpet in praise of Roger Ross Williams’ film about the beloved Harlem theater. Opening night of the Tribeca Film Festival celebrated the beloved Apollo Theater and the world premiere of the documentary that chronicles the cultural institution’s rich history. Helmed by Oscar and Emmy-winning director Roger […]
Michelle Obama Motown Playlist featuring Smokey
Michelle Obama sure loves a good Motown song like the rest of us! Check out Mrs. Obama’s Becoming Motown playlist for Stevie Wonder, The Temptations, Smokey Robinson & more! https://Motown.lnk.to/BecomingMotownTw
Smokey Robinson Celebrates Father Daughter Day with ATTN.com
Here’s the story behind Smokey Robinson’s new holiday — Father-Daughter Day.
Smokey Robinson 'Live in Vegas! coming next year
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Legendary singer-songwriter, record producer and record executive Smokey Robinson will make his Wynn Las Vegas debut in Feb. 2019 with his new show, “Live in Vegas!” With more than four decades of hits, Robinson will present his most beloved numbers in a three-night-only engagement at the intimate Encore Theater on Feb. […]
Smokey's Wines – The Man of Great Taste
Check out Smokey’s wines in the digital issue of Today’s Grocer. http://www.todaysgrocer.com/issues.html
BRIAN RAY RELEASES “ONE HEARTBEAT” FEATURING SMOKEY ON VOCALS
‘Reluctant rock god’ Brian Ray is back with a garage-soul cover of the 1987 hit “One Heartbeat”, boasting hot ‘n’ fuzzy guitars, roaring brass and featuring the original man himself: Mr Smokey Robinson!But before we get into the nitty-gritty of “One Heartbeat”, let’s take a brief look over it’s history. Brian and his writing partner […]
Motown Legend Smokey Robinson Launches a New Line of Wine
“I’m really excited about my wines because it’s a different thing for me. It’s a ‘life surprise’ for me,” Smokey says. “I never thought I’d be involved with something that dealt with alcohol or anything like that. Or that I would find wine that I like [laughs]. But this one I like.” “It’s funny,” Duane […]
Smokey and Chance The Rapper Celebrate 50 Years Of Special Olympics
Special Olympics celebrated its 50th anniversary last week in Chicago with a series of events designed to highlight the concept of inclusion. Rock and Roll Hall of Famer and Motown legend Smokey Robinson emerged for a brief but energetic set. Flanked by a six-piece band and three background vocalists, Robinson, 78, remains in fine voice. Running from side […]
Check Out Smokey's New Single Release "La Mirada"
Smokey testifies before Senate for more streaming royalties
By Nikki Schwab Smokey Robinson testifies during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing. Smokey Robinson was the star witness before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Tuesday as he lent his support to a bill that would force internet radio stations to pay royalties for music created before February 1972, arguing that it would help artists who are […]