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Smokey Robinson, a Detroit vocalist, writer and producer in rhythm and blues and soul, is the founder and frontman of the Miracles and a pillar of Motown, where he also served as an executive. He wrote and sang "Shop Around," "You've Really Got a Hold on Me," "The Tracks of My Tears," "Ooo Baby Baby" and "The Tears of a Clown," and wrote "My Girl" for the Temptations and "My Guy" for Mary Wells. As a soloist he made A Quiet Storm, Warm Thoughts, Being With You and "Cruisin'," and his catalog reaches twenty-five albums. His honors include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, a Grammy Legend Award in 1990, a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1999, the Johnny Mercer Award in 2005, Kennedy Center Honors, the Gershwin Prize in 2016, a Hollywood Walk of Fame star and the National Medal of Arts.
- Genres: soul
- Active since 1955
- Born in Detroit
- Honors: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Grammy
- Labels: Motown
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Smokey Robinson cost?
Booking Smokey Robinson is estimated at $250K–$500K. That figure is for planning only. A confirmed offer depends on the date, market and event, and travel and production are typically on top.
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Career timeline
Milestones
- "Cruisin'" (peaked #4 on Billboard Hot 100)
- "Being with You" (peaked #2 on Billboard Hot 100)
- Received the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- "Just to See Her" (peaked #8 on Billboard Hot 100)
- "One Heartbeat" (peaked #10 on Billboard Hot 100)
- Won the Grammy for Best R&B Vocal Performance, Male ("Just To See Her")
- Received the Grammy Legend Award
- Received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Received the Johnny Mercer Award
- Received the Gershwin Prize
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What is the typical fee range for Smokey Robinson?
Our estimate puts Smokey Robinson in the $250K–$500K range (estimate).
Who is similar to Smokey Robinson but less expensive?
Comparable active acts in a lower estimated range include Patti LaBelle, Candi Staton, Shirley Bassey.
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Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Smokey Robinson's representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Smokey Robinson's booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Smokey Robinson is $250K–$500K (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Smokey Robinson?
Plan for an estimated $250K–$500K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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