Iris Gordy
Iris Gordy | |
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Birth name | Iris Gordy |
Also known as | Iris Gordy Bristol |
Origin | Motown |
Iris Gordy
Background
Gordy is the daughter of Mildred (
.Career
In 1970, "
Later, while serving as an executive at Motown, she discovered a demo featuring Táta Vega on vocals. Vega, who was originally signed to the company as a member of the group Earthquire, had been languishing at the company for years. Gordy went on to serve as executive producer on her first two critically acclaimed solo albums. On Full Speed Ahead, Gordy also co-wrote the song, "Just as Long as There is You" with another new artist to Motown, Teena Marie.[4] Gordy was also a producer on All This Love, a Top 10 R&B album for DeBarge.[5]
Additionally, Gordy has worked as a producer with G. C. Cameron, Smokey Robinson, Mandré and High Inergy.[6]
Personal life
Gordy was previously married to
Current activities
Presently, Gordy serves on the board of the
References
- ^ U.S. Public Records Index, Volume 1 [database on-line], The Generations Network, 1995
- ^ a b "About The Foundation: Board". United States: Rhythm & Blues Foundation. Archived from the original on May 15, 2014. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ^ Ankeny, Jason. "The Originals". United States: All Music Guide. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ^ Nathan, David (2011). Full Speed Ahead (Media notes). Táta Vega. soulmusic.com records.
- ^ "Credits". United States: All Music Guide. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
- ^ a b "Iris Gordy". United States: Discogs. Retrieved July 29, 2013.
External links
- Rhythm & Blues Foundation and Motown Museum [1]