The Shades of Blue

Farmington, MI

$2,000.00-$2,500.00

Travels up to 200 miles

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Motown Revue

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Overview

Dancing in the Aisles – The Ultimate Motown Experience brings the timeless sound of Motown to life in an electrifying night of music, memories, and world-class entertainment featuring Detroit legends The Shades of Blue, known for their #1 hit “Oh How Happy!” The show highlights an all-star cast of renowned Motown performers including Stuart Avig, one of only five Original Motown Artists still touring! Witness dazzling costumes, dynamic choreography, and powerful harmonies as they take you on a thrilling journey through the greatest hits of The Temptations, Diana Ross & The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Smokey Robinson, The Four Tops, and more.


Reviews

6 reviews

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Ilse W.

February 16, 2014

definitely "Not Blue" they get our blood boiling

Have seen this group for several years now and still find them exciting each time they come on stage. Each one of them has a unique talent and stage presence, they are great artists especially Bobby Charles Davis who is extraordinary. Love their sense of humor. In one word "FABULOUS !"
They are versatile and really please their audience. I overheard a gentleman telling his wife on the way out. We pay $200 to go see Katy Perry and she is not nearly as good as these groups for 1/4 the price and they lend sentimentality to the evening--right after the Shades of Blue had done their last song.

Hired as: Doo Wop Group


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Jean H.

July 18, 2012

Great concert choice!

One of the best shows all summer!


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Enis J.

July 18, 2012

All my customers request The Shades!

I hire The Shades probably 4 times a year! They put on an awesome show and the people love them.


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Ty C.

July 18, 2012

Awesome concert!

The Shades are the best act we had here in the past 5 years! Doo Wop and Motown at its best!


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Lillian H.

July 18, 2012

Oh How Happy is my all time favorite song!!!

I was thrilled when i called The Shades of Blue and they were available to perform at my Ribs & Sould Festival! Uncanny showmanship and remarkable voices! They entertained us all night with all the Motown hits.

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Booking information

Price range: $2,000.00-$2,500.00

Languages: English

Gig length: 45 - 120 minutes

What to expect

Up to two hours of non stop Motown, Doo Wop and Rock N' Roll hits from the 50's, 60's and 70's! You will hear beautiful harmonies and powerful ballads. You will see lots of dancing, choreography and energy!

About

The Shades of Blue are best known for their #1 hit, "Oh How Happy"! Members in this group were some of the very first artists ever to record for Motown Records back in 1959. These gentlemen have been touring all over the world for over 50 years! There is not another group out there that will give you the dynamic combination of singing, dancing, comedy and Motown entertainment. They can perform for any kind of event from a large stadium to a festival or theater. You are guaranteed to have an excellent event or party if you choose Motown's Shades of Blue.

Additional booking notes

Tech requests will be emailed

Past booked events

June 2018

06

Wednesday

Corporate Event

4:00pm - 4:30pm

Farmington Hills, MI

Set list

way you do things you do
get ready
proud to beg
my girl
can't get next to you
wish it would rain
ooh baby baby
signed sealed delivered
do you love me
love train
rainy night in georgia
oh how happy
disco inferno
grapevine
how sweet it is
reach out
standing in the shadows
baby i need your lovin
same old song
can't help myself
this old heart of mine
stand by me
hold on im coming
higher & higher
ill be around
working my way back to you
could it be im falling in love
games people play
mighty love
cupid
shake rattle roll
aint no mountain

Influences and inspiration

The Temptations, The Drifters, The Four Tops, Jackie Wilson, Marvin Gaye, The Spaniels, The Teenagers

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