Funk Brothers

The Funk Brothers were a talented group of African American musicians who played on many Motown recordings from the 1960s. They were the house band for Motown Records, responsible for creating the musical foundation and groove behind numerous hit songs by artists like Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and The Supremes. Their innovative playing and tight arrangements helped define the distinct Motown sound, which combined soul, pop, and R&B. Although their contributions were crucial, they remained largely unrecognized until the 2002 documentary "Standing in the Shadows of Motown." Their work exemplifies how skilled musicians can shape popular music's unmatched appeal.