LEGACY OF LOVE Part 6: Sam Cooke & The Soul Stirrers Before Sam Cooke became a legendary solo artist, he was already a sensation with The Soul Stirrers. Smokey Robinson remembers the excitement whenever they came to Detroit to perform at Rev. C.L. Franklin’s church, where Aretha Franklin’s father preached. It was always an event! A special glimpse into the music and memories that shaped a generation. #LegacyOfLove #SmokeyRobinson #SamCooke #TheSoulStirrers #detroitmusic