Smokey Robinson is best known for his work on Motown Records, the label that produced some of the greatest tracks of the 1960s. Robinson’s songs were among the best; he recorded countless hits with his group, the Miracles.

From “Shop Around” in 1960 to “The Tears of a Clown” in 1970, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles were one of the hottest acts around. Between recording hits like “I Second That Emotion” and “The Tracks of My Tears,” Robinson found time to pen singles for other groups—the biggest hit being “My Girl” by The Temptations.

Robinson eventually split from the Miracles, releasing solo albums that followed the trend of contemporary music from Motown to mellow, sophisticated grooves. Robinson has continued to record and produce records, recently releasing an album of pre-1950s standards called Timeless Love, as well as touring the country to bring his signature sound to a stadium near you.

Smokey Robinson performs at Aliante Station November 14 and 15 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $65, $87 and $98.

By Caitlin McGarry