What was Motown's original name when founded by Berry Gordy Jr.?
Tamla Records
Motor City Records
Detroit Soul Records
Rhythm Town Records
Answer
Berry Gordy Jr. founded Motown as Tamla Records on June 7, 1958. It was later incorporated as Motown Record Corporation on April 14, 1960. The name "Motown" is a combination of "motor" and "town," which is a nickname for Detroit, where the label was originally headquartered.
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