Heat Wave

Song Info:
"Heat Wave" by Martha & The Vandellas was released on July 9, 1963, as a single under the Motown label. The song was written by the renowned songwriting team of Holland-Dozier-Holland and became a massive hit, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and number 1 on the Billboard Hot R&B Sides chart. It has since become a classic in the Motown catalog and a signature song for the group.

Artist Bio:
Martha & The Vandellas were an American vocal group formed in 1957 in Detroit, Michigan. The group consisted of Martha Reeves, Rosalind Ashford, and Annette Beard. They were one of the most successful groups on the Motown label, with a string of hits in the 1960s, including "Dancing in the Street" and "Nowhere to Run." Martha & The Vandellas were known for their energetic performances and powerful vocals, and they were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. The group's music continues to be celebrated for its soulful sound and lasting influence on the Motown and R&B genres.