I went with Motown, I don't think they overproduced, the horns and strings really did suit a lot of their songs, and they had many many great session musicians including James Jamerson, the greatest rock bassist of all time.
Overall, Motown had more artists that I'm into. Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Temptations, Jackson 5.
Otis Redding and Booker T & The MGs are great. But I've never been too big on Isaac Hayes and Rufus Thomas, even though they're very much considered royalty down here in Memphis territory.
I like that each had their own unique approach, Stax's was raw and gritty, Motown's was pomp and razzle dazzle.
Knowing me, it's no surprise that I prefer the latter.
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