The King of Motown gets his crown — with Samuel L. Jackson holding the mic.
Enjoy an all-star tribute to Smokey Robinson, the 2016 recipient of the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for Popular Song, with performances by Robinson, as well as Aloe Blacc, Gallant, CeeLo Green, JoJo, Ledisi, Tegan Marie, Kip Moore, Corinne Bailey Rae, Esperanza Spalding, The Tenors, BeBe Winans, and a special appearance by Berry Gordy, Founder of Motown, with Samuel L. Jackson as host and Greg Phillinganes as music director.
Acting
Samuel L. Jackson's unexpectedly tender hosting.
Direction
Seamless stage direction honoring Motown polish.
Score
Greg Phillinganes leading a masterclass in arrangement.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The Gershwin Prize is the nation's highest honor for popular song — Smokey joined Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder as recipients.
Berry Gordy's appearance marked rare public reconciliation after decades of complex business relationships with his signature star.
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