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the Supremes
Undisputed queens of the girl-group scene and one of Motown’s leading acts, with their sweet harmonies, choreographed dances and chic visual styles. Originally formed as the Primettes in Detroit in 1959, they signed to Motown in 1960 with original members Diana Ross, Mary Wilson, Florence Ballard (replaced by Cindy Birdsong in 1967) and Barbara Martin (who left in 1961). Beginning with “Where Did Our Love Go” and ending with “Someday We’ll Be Together,” the Supremes launched twelve number-one singles between 1964 and 1969. After their split-up, Diana Ross went on to fame as a solo artist and film actor. A purported reunion with Ross and substitutes failed to attract audiences in 2000.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Culture
- Category: American culture
- Company: Routledge
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