The Definitive Performances (1963–1987)


The Definitive Performances is an anthology of performances by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles. It was produced by Reelin' in the Years Productions and the Universal Music Group International, in conjunction with Motown. In addition to the musical performances, this DVD features an interview with original Miracles members Smokey Robinson, Bobby Rogers, and Pete Moore. Original members Marv Tarplin and Claudette Robinson are not present, but are mentioned throughout the disc. Original member Ronnie White died in 1995. The disc also features two hit songs by the group featuring Smokey Robinson's replacement, Billy Griffin, and three of Smokey's solo hits. During the interview, the three Miracles discuss the history of the group, the formation of Motown, and detailed stories behind the creation of some of their greatest hits. According to David Peck, producer of the disk for Reelin' In The Years, The Miracles' "Definitive DVD" has been awarded Certified Gold status by the RIAA.

Track listing

  1. "Shop Around"
  2. "You've Really Got a Hold on Me/ Bring It On Home To Me"
  3. "Mickey's Monkey (song)"
  4. "Ooo Baby Baby"
  5. "The Tracks of My Tears"
  6. "Going to a Go-Go"
  7. "My Girl Has Gone"
  8. "I Second That Emotion"
  9. "The Tears of a Clown"
  10. "Do It Baby"
  11. "Love Machine"
  12. "Crusin'"
  13. "Being With You"
  14. "Just to See Her"
Note : the foreign release of this DVD includes an extra track not included in the U.S. release: "Yesterday" from The Ed Sullivan Show-1968. Miracles member Marv Tarplin is featured prominently in this performance.
All tracks have been remastered for this release.

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