Detroit: Cars, Eminem, Motown and The Pistons

Detroit may be best known as the birthplace of the American car and recording artists Eminem and Diana Ross. But, did you know Detroit had the highest per-capita income in the United States in the 1960's. Hard to imagine given the city's current ills. Detroit has fallen into disrepair and has become a symbol of our decaying urban industrialized society. Just a year after the bankruptcy filings, both domestic and international investors are flocking to Detroit on the belief that long-term rewards will far outweigh the investment risks which may be involved. This video explores the history of Detroit - from its humble beginnings to its rich musical heritage that gave rise to Motown. Detroit is a city with a past and a future that may be looking brighter.