On the crisp morning of Thursday, February 27, DJ Puma welcomed listeners to another edition of Monthly Music, his ongoing retrospective that dives into the defining sounds of past decades. This month’s spotlight? The golden era of Motown, a genre that shaped the course of popular music and still echoes through the airwaves today.
At precisely 8:30 a.m., the familiar crackle of vinyl and the smooth, honeyed vocals of legends like The Four Tops, The Supremes, and The Temptations filled the airwaves. DJ Puma, known for his deep reverence for musical history, guided listeners through the origins of the Detroit-based label that revolutionized soul and R&B, as Motown became the soundtrack of a generation.
The setlist paid homage to both the chart-toppers and the deep cuts, celebrating the timeless melodies and irresistible grooves that made Motown a cultural force. DJ Puma ensured that every note carried the weight of history. As the hour drew to a close, the retrospective left listeners swaying in their seats, a reminder that Motown’s legacy is as powerful today as it was decades ago. Whether longtime fans or new listeners, all who tuned in were treated to a masterful journey through one of music’s most influential movements. DJ Puma’s Monthly Music continues to prove that great music never fades; it just finds new ears to enchant.