While hip-hop is rooted in New York City culture, several Michiganders have contributed to its legacy. And many current and former state and local elected officials say the genre has influenced their lives.
From painters to photographers, sculptors to digital media makers, these creatives are pushing the boundaries of art and highlighting the best of the Mitten.
Members of The Spinners took a tour of Motown's Studio A in Detroit Friday as part of a ceremony that included the donation to the Motown Museum of 375 outfits worn by the group during performances. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced this month that The Spinners are among its 2023 inductees.