I think it would've been amazing if Motown had actually achieved something with the electronium, that bass line generator track from Mahattan Research is way ahead of its time. I know you could achieve the same results (or "better") with a modern computer, but I am also a Gameboy musician, if that puts any spin on my perspective.
Also, a little bit off topic, but... Brian, I saw Moog Cookbook a few years ago at Arlene Grocery. Afterward, I was standing outside and a woman walked up to me and started complimenting me on the performance. I thought, "they were wearing jumpsuits and helmets! Why does she think I was in the band?". And I wasn't wearing Chucks, either. Now - Where's that Xmas album?
Anyway, Raymond Scott is a bit of a hero to me and I thought Bob Ohlsson might have some stories. Berry Gordy and Scott seem like such an odd pair...
Noah