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Janie Bradford: Motown’s Unsung Songwriting Titan | Huntsville News
A music legend quietly gone but never forgotten: Janie Bradford, the unsung architect behind Motown’s golden sound, passed away at 87 after a long illness. Though her name may not ring bells, her songs defined an era — from Smokey Robinson to The Oak Ridge Boys. Berry Gordy called her a visionary who started as a receptionist and became a powerhouse songwriter, embodying grit, wit, and genius. Just months before her death, she was honored in the Women Songwriters Hall of Fame — a fitting tribute to a titan whose melodies still echo through time. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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