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On this week's "The Detroit Move," host Mike Latulippe showcases all Michigan artists, including a tribute to the late MC5 founder, Wayne Kramer.

How did a middle-class white kid break into New Orleans’ feverish 1950s R&B scene and enjoy a wildly eclectic six-decade career? As a new release puts it: things happen that way

Roy Montrell Roy Montrell (27 February 1928 – 16 May 1979) was an American rhythm & blues guitarist who performed on hundreds of records produced in New Orleans. Born Raymond Eustis Montrell, in New Orleans, Louisiana, he performed as a session musician for many famous artists, as well as playing in Fats Dominos band. He played on Little Richards "Lucille", "Heeby-Jeebies", and "All Around the World," all charting R&B hits recorded in 1956. Montrells 1956 recording of "(Everytime I Hear) Th...