Motown Meets Slot Machines?

Confused?

Take a look at this: The Supremes, The Four Tops, The Temptations and George Clinton are among the artists connected to the world’s first online gambling and entertainment venue Hitsville.com. Styled on a Las Vegas type gambling den, Hitsville Casino hope to mix the excitement of casino gambling with 60s Motown music and player/artist interaction.

Players will be able to receive personal messages from superstars supporting their gambling, thereby allowing them the opportunity to win CD’s, artist memorabilia and concert tickets. Mary Wilson of The Supremes is thrilled, saying “It brings our Detroit musical family back together again and allows us to meet our fans around the world in a unique way.” The Four Tops' Duke Fakir adds: "Players have an opportunity to listen to our classics and newly released music while playing their favourite slot machines at home!" (via Uncut)

Is it just me or is there something twisted about this whole scheme? Perhaps I'm just being cynical. I guess it would be strangely endearing to hear George Clinton while clicking away, hoping for a row of lucky 7s.

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