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July 18, 2018

Motown Downtown

Friday, July 20 & Saturday, July 21 @ The Foundry

By Gabe Vodicka

The Sensational Sounds of Motown

Begun in 2012 to bolster its slow summer concert calendar and celebrate its regulars at the same time, The Foundry’s Motown Downtown series presents two consecutive nights of smooth, soulful Motown classics courtesy of two long-running local outfits. The fun kicks off Friday evening with The Sensational Sounds of Motown, whose members have played and toured with Marvin Gaye, Gladys Knight and other luminaries. Saturday concludes with a performance by Grains of Sand, a talented group of local players known for their expert session work and reverent takes on classic beach music, soul, R&B and more.

Calendar

  • Friday, July 20

    8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $12 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com

    Motown Downtown

    SENSATIONAL SOUNDS OF MOTOWN Six veteran musicians deliver an exciting, live-energy show. Featuring Mr. Motown! See Calendar Pick on p. 12.

  • Saturday, July 21

    8 p.m. $8 (adv.), $12 (door). www.thefoundryathens.com

    Motown Downtown

    THE GRAINS OF SAND Local band with a four-piece horn section offering up your favorite '60s and '70s beach and Motown music. See Calendar Pick on p. 12.

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