The history of music is filled with examples of the cross-pollination of ideas, cultures, and artistic movements. Classical composers often re-arranged melodies crafted by their peers, and recording artists created cover versions of songs originally performed by others. The first recording released by future Motown stars, The Miracles, was an interpolation of a hit song called “Get A Job” by the Silhouettes. The royalty check for only $3.19 that songwriter Berry Gordy received from The Miracles’ “Got A Job” inspired him to create his own record labels – Tamla and Motown.  Today, 65 years after Berry Gordy first began building Motown Records, the tradition is alive and well. This Motown Mile exhibition, Pushin’ Culture Forward, demonstrates how Motown’s music continues to be a creative springboard for musicians of all genres and generations. Artists from every musical style record cover versions of Motown songs. Producers sample Motown recordings to create backing…