motown
24 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making motown. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole motown guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making motown?
The Supremes, Martha Reeves & The Vandellas, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Marvelettes, Diana Ross and the Supremes, and The Ronettes are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/motown/girls lists 24, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making motown?
Further out, try The Charmels, The Velvelettes, Gladys Knight, and Martha and the Vandellas.
Where should I start with motown?
Start with The Supremes, The Ronettes, and Diana Ross, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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