The Magical Music of Motown is a tribute act dedicated to recreating the sound and style of Motown Records, founded by Berry Gordy Jr. in Detroit, Michigan, on January 12, 1959, as Tamla Records, later incorporated as Motown Record Corporation. Emerging from Detroit's black musical communities, Motown developed a polished soul sound blending rhythm and blues with pop elements, featuring catchy melodies and sophisticated production by teams like Holland-Dozier-Holland. The label released key early hits such as 'Shop Around' by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles in 1960, Motown's first million-seller, and achieved 110 Billboard Top 10 hits by 1971. Artists including the Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and the Temptations defined its catalog. Tribute performances emphasize Motown's live tradition of choreographed routines trained by Cholly Atkins, showcasing dynamic stage deportment and dance routines rooted in black performance traditions.