From the archives of Motown and EMI Records comes an exhibition of rare and unseen photographs at the Proud Galleries in London & here are just a selection.

Photos + Audio: A look back at the legendary artists brought together by Motown Records founder Berry Gordy

Motown Years http://youtu.be/uS2nWLz-AbE

Past concert. The Temptations concert at Hard Rock Live - Northfield Park in Northfield on 24 Apr 2016.

As an irresistible force of social and cultural change, the legendary Motown portfolio made its mark not just on the music industry, but society at large, with a signature Motown Sound that has become one of the most significant musical accomplishments and stunning success stories of the 20th century.

Photos + Audio: A look back at the legendary artists brought together by Motown Records founder Berry Gordy

So much black talent has been lost at too-young of ages. It's easy to muse over what these superstars could have went on to achieve in their already stellar careers, had the universe extended them more time. Here is a list of other black artists who died too young.