Motown Chartbusters Vol. 6

Motown – Motown Chartbusters Vol. 6

A brilliant snapshot of Motown at the height of its chart-dominating powers, Motown Chartbusters Vol. 6 gathers together an essential run of early-1970s soul classics from the label’s most legendary artists. Blending smooth vocal harmonies, driving rhythms, orchestral pop production, and timeless songwriting, this compilation perfectly captures the unmistakable “Motown Sound” that reshaped popular music around the world.

The album moves effortlessly between heartfelt ballads, dancefloor grooves, and socially conscious soul. Diana Ross delivers elegant emotional depth on I’m Still Waiting and Remember Me, while The Temptations provide two standout moments with the dreamy Just My Imagination and the psychedelic soul textures of It’s Summer.

Elsewhere, Stevie Wonder’s soulful reworking of We Can Work It Out, The Jackson 5’s youthful energy on Never Can Say Goodbye, and the towering drama of River Deep, Mountain High from The Supremes and Four Tops showcase the incredible breadth of talent within the Motown roster.

Packed with hit singles, iconic performances, and classic production from names like Norman Whitfield, Ashford & Simpson, and Holland-Dozier-Holland, this compilation stands as an essential introduction to one of the greatest eras in soul music history.

Tracklist:

Side A

1. Diana Ross – I’m Still Waiting
2. Smokey Robinson & The Miracles – I Don’t Blame You At All
3. Stevie Wonder – We Can Work It Out
4. The Jackson 5 – Never Can Say Goodbye
5. The Velvelettes – These Things (Will Keep Me Loving You)
6. R. Dean Taylor – Indiana Wants Me
7. The Supremes And Four Tops – River Deep, Mountain High
8. The Temptations – Just My Imagination (Running Away With Me)

Side B

1. The Supremes – Nathan Jones
2. Four Tops – Simple Game
3. The Elgins – Heaven Must Have Sent You
4. The Temptations – It’s Summer
5. Diana Ross – Remember Me
6. The Jackson 5 – Mama’s Pearl
7. Smokey Robinson & The Miracles – Come 'Round Here (I’m The One You Need)
8. Four Tops – Just Seven Numbers (Can Straighten Out My Life)