My first live concert was Charlie Rich about 1975 or 1976. My dad took me and I remember Charlie playing the piano and singing. My dad's influence got me an eternal affinity for Creedence Clearwater Revival, Don Williams, the Eagles, Waylon Jennings, Merle Haggard, and a ton of other artists from the 1970's.
I don't know where or when I started listening to Motown music but I love so much of it.
For a blend of musical talents it doesn't get much better than this:
Haven't seen these guys mentioned but man they had some hits: