Joe Billingslea

It is interesting to note the number of recording artists who have used the word "little" (or "lil) in their names over the years. There are more than you might think. Read More

She's had fights with Diana Ross, battles with Berry Gordy, Jr., and offered a peek behind the glitter of Motown in a pair of books. Read More

Furniture retailer Art Van and Motown music artists both celebrated the half-century mark Wednesday night with a musical bash in Warren that also raised $5,000 for Gleaners Community Food Bank. About 700 people each paid $10 to enjoy a show featuring live music by three Motown acts in the clearance center converted into a glitzy concert venue at the Art Van Store on 14 Mile Road. "We have 50 years for us and 50 years for Motown — it's a great celebration," said the company's chairman and founder, Art Van Elslander after dancing with several women at the end of the performances. Read More

Benefitting Gleaners Community Food Bank of Southeastern Michigan, the Michigan Legends Charity Concert tonight is the big finale of Art Van Furniture's 50th anniversary celebration. Read More

With the Broken Arrow Blues Band, 8 p.m. Callahan's, 2105 South Blvd., Auburn Hills. 248-858-9508. $15, $17. Read More

WARREN, MI -- (Marketwire) -- 11/03/09 -- Two Michigan legends, Art Van Furniture and Motown, are celebrating their 50th Birthdays and you're invited to the party! Read More

WARREN, MI--(Marketwire - October 26, 2009) - The Art Van Michigan Legends Concert celebrates the 50th anniversary of three important Michigan Icons: Art Van Furniture, Motown and the 1959 Corvette. Read More