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The Sounds of Steeltown

An early press photo of The Jackson Five and Johnny, which would become known as The Jackson 5. The group’s drummer at the time was named Johnny Jackson, though he was not a member of the family.
An early press photo of The Jackson Five and Johnny, which would become known as The Jackson 5. The group’s drummer at the time was named Johnny Jackson, though he was not a member of the family.

Gary, Indiana's Steeltown Records is best remembered for issuing the first ever recording from Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five - but the label was home to a fantastic collective of musicians and songwriters who deserve greater recognition. This week, dive into the music of artists connected to the Steeltown label - including Lou D. Washington, Robert Lee, Gordon Keith, and Maurice Rodgers.