Top Tips For 2011

by Sean Hampsey

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in Soul Articles on 31 Dec 2010

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Hi all,

Well, its that time of year again :thumbsup:

Exactly 12 months since we did the last 'Top Tips' thread... so, as it's now a Soul Source tradition, here we go again!

Here's your opportunity to tip the tunes in your box for future greatness, during the forthcoming year... or simply list any number of records that you'd like to recommend to other Soul Sourcers.

You might be a DJ with that tasty unplayed, unknown, hardly played or semi-known 45 stuck in the back of your box that you'd love to play out... but haven't quite got around to it... yet!

You might be a collector, sitting on a tune that you know, if it got into the right hands, could become massive in the next 12 months.

It could be an LP track that, for whatever reason, has never been given the recognition it deserves.

It might be a tasty 'B' side that, given the right exposure, might just have what it takes to become a monster!

We're talking, Northern, Modern, Crossover or 'Just Soul'

Whatever floats your boat!

No need to post sound clips. Just let us know what you've got that you think deserves a really big plug in the coming year!

So come on. Look at your box and let's have your top tip (or tips) for 2011.

Oh... and a Happy (and Soulful) New Year to all!

:thumbsup:

Sean Hampsey

248 Comments

Dante Posted: Dec 31 2010 08:50 PM

The Anti-Gentrification League

I was just thinking earlier today about this.

A couple I bought in the send half of the year, not so well-known Cheap to buy, but top quality:

Freddie Watson And The Restorations - Unlucky Seven (Eloys)

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The Debonairs - Feel Alright (W-BS)

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More later.

eddiep Posted: Dec 31 2010 08:51 PM

Tape swappers fav

One I've been waiting for and received today......

Tyrone Davis - All The Waiting Is Not In Vain

Superb tune and such an under rated artist probably due to the fact that most of his 45's are so readily available.

Makes this man's contribution to the soul genre no less worthy though IMO.

RIP Tyrone.

Eddie

mark.b Posted: Dec 31 2010 08:56 PM

Offers

Looks like i am the first to reply

a new one from me played it a couple of times this year at the Greatstone (so it has been heard by at least 30 people :rolleyes:

)

Bachus our love will survive medalion

one i am still plugging away with

S A B U (soul and blues union) whats the fuss Atlantic (Rhodesian)

both modernish sounding

a funky latinish one

Jade the siestas over

from the 60's

The Upstarts a dream top ten a nice mid to uptempo obviously white tune

The future i can't stop C A R (this could have been huge in the 70's) uptempo

and there will be more no doubt when i can fit them in

happy new year

mark

mark.b Posted: Dec 31 2010 08:57 PM

Offers

looks like i took too long typing :rolleyes:

mark

shinehead Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:04 PM

Semi known gem

Don't know if this has any exposure but it's been a fave of mine for 25 years or more , DAVID PORTER = IF I GIVE IT UP I WANT IT BACK . Cheap as well.

Matt Male Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:12 PM

Be true to yourself.

Always a risk on threads like this that you could mention a played out oldie as a tip for the future. :thumbsup:

Here goes nothing... Here are three 'new to my ears' this year that i'd like to see get some main room attention next year. :rolleyes:

Pauline and Bobby - No Messin Around - Lovely thumping uptempo RnB sounding duet in the style of Mr Clean and Show Some Sign

Bobby Banks - I'm A Batchelor - Fantastic gritty sound, reminds me a bit of Rod Keith, The Lord Said.

Shirley Caeser - Stand The Storm - Perfect sound for now, uptempo female gospel/funk sound. Absolutely brilliant.

Calvin Arnold - Lovely Way To Go - Blimey! This is fantastic, never heard it before this year, Pat Bleasdale play at Move On.

Happy New Year everybody :rolleyes:

polyvelts Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:33 PM

Getting spins again

Dunno if this has had much dance floor action but heard it on a stunning podcast

Allison (sp?) - 'Who's number 1, who's number 2 ?'

If you at a do Steve Guarnori is djing at....ask him to play it !!!

Happy new year Soulsters

Rob

baz atkinson Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:37 PM

unreleased

few from me

turks-you turn me on-djo

2011 return of the mid tempo doubt it but you got to try seen on a few playlists last year etc.

BAZ A

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phil shields Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:40 PM

Getting spins again

I've a few bits to try out over the next few months.........

minors - lonely boy - champ

primers - it's laid on you - unissued

little charles - one way or another - unissued

eula cooper - our loves amazing - c/u ..... I know theres not much point in listing c/us but I love this :rolleyes:

theres more but thats all I can remember right now :rolleyes:

baz atkinson Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:41 PM

unreleased

ONE FOR DWELLERS OF THE BAT CAVE -bIG YEAR FOR THE UP TEMPO APPARENTLY LOL-love this record,loads of gospel breaking on the scene note shirly caesar above etc .

the birmingham spirirtuals -new thing going around-chancellor.

BAZ A

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baz atkinson Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:44 PM

unreleased

Quite possibly the best five quidder out there just subliminal soul music -if a few pic this up then job well done !!

neil kimble-aint it the truth-venture.

BAZ A

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john s Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:49 PM

Tape swappers fav

Billy Harner- Got to check you out (V-Tone) Posted Image

Cookin' Bag - This is me (Solid Gold) Posted Image

baz atkinson Posted: Dec 31 2010 09:55 PM

unreleased

fROM A BUDDAH SAMPLER EP -HER VOICE IS EARTH SHATTERING -

Dorothy Morrison-top of the mounain-Buddah

BAZ A

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baz atkinson Posted: Dec 31 2010 10:02 PM

unreleased

LAST ONE FROM ME ALTHOUGH I DO HAVE A CRACKING FRANKIE NEWSOME TRACK AND A REV JIMMY GRAHMME TRACK TO SQUEEZE IN AT SOME POINT LOL-the flip of this caused a stir when posted ie right on judy -this to me knocks spots -2011 the year of shreveport heavy soul perhaps lol,and pigs will fly !!

Bobby Patterson-if you took a survey-paula promo.

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john parker Posted: Dec 31 2010 10:46 PM

Tape swappers fav

Just the six from me

The Summits Toy Soldier United International

The Soul Dynamics Heart Full Of Pain D and W

Norton Wilson Tomorrow May Come Millam

Jerry Holland It Happened To Me V-Tone

Vivian Jones Money Can't Buy My Love Lark

Vickie Starr Cut Me Loose Lynn's

oh and forgot...some plays back end of 2010..

Timmy Carr I'm Not Lying Kee

See you in 2011

Mark S Posted: Jan 01 2011 06:32 AM

Tape swappers fav

Unwanted Love the Montclairs dont know if it was a single just brilliant though .

posstot Posted: Jan 01 2011 12:34 PM

disco? DISCO?

Here's a few from me, more from an RnB/early soul Perspective;

Valiants Walkin' girl Ensign....( right from the off this latinesque shouter hits the spot).

Charlie Baker You crack me up Liberty(green issue) a group soul mid tempo atmospheric dancer. LOOK OUT.

Albert King I Get evil Bobbin A label with a few winners on it..this being one of them....slick RnB.

Percy Mayfield Diggin' the Moonglow Speciality (Ahead of it's time this one, i think from 57...but such an infectious tune...i can't stop slapping it on the turntable.).

Danny Overbea My Love Checker (this one from 55 i think..sounds more like 60-63...People would probably class it as popcorn, and it does have a feel to it...yet this tune is simply phwoar!)

Tony Spade What's Gwyne on? Back Beat (white green purple design). An early outiing for Berry Gordy as a songster, and a crackin attempt too. Uptempo mod dancer.

Betty Renne Bye Bye Baby New Art... hhhhooooooooo-wwweeeeee. A bit of a cracker this one..."wait wait wait, where you goin wit them suitcases and thing, get back here"(or words to that affect)....then she puts her foot down and puts him staight with her vocal. Rockin' rnb/early big city styley.

Then on more of a Northern tinge

Agree with a prior post;

Billy Harner I've got to check you out V-tone Brilliant uptempo northern dancer...with a superb backing with breaks in all the right places. Not forgetting Billys' rawcous vocal over the top....keep your ears pealed.

Capt.Jesse Fountain I'm Marchin' Cameo Parkway....The title gives you the style of dancer you're gonna get..and is delivered in full.

The postee reserves the right to an opinion and is in no way claiming exclusivity of knowledge to any of the above titles. Also realises that he doesn't get out often enough to know if any of these tunes actually get played anywhere already. Yet, to the best of his/her? knowledge feels that with a little exposure....or More exposure, these tunes could add 57% more enjoyment tpo an evening of entertainment in 2011. So ner! (I'm really not well in the head).

happy new year all!!

Mike

Sean Hampsey Posted: Jan 01 2011 04:09 PM

Massive everywhere

posstot, on 01 January 2011 - 12:34 PM, said:

The postee reserves the right to an opinion and is in no way claiming exclusivity of knowledge to any of the above titles. Also realises that he doesn't get out often enough to know if any of these tunes actually get played anywhere already. Yet, to the best of his/her? knowledge feels that with a little exposure....or More exposure, these tunes could add 57% more enjoyment tpo an evening of entertainment in 2011. So ner! (I'm really not well in the head).

happy new year all!!

Mike

That's the spirit Mike.

This thread is about personal Top Tips. Nobody knows 'em all and all contributions are gratefully received.

Let's have 'em!

:thumbsup:

Sean

baz atkinson Posted: Jan 01 2011 04:12 PM

unreleased

Ill get mine back up when get the hang of refo-soul forgot cant post mp3s in other threads not to worry !!

BAZ A

Sean Hampsey Posted: Jan 01 2011 04:24 PM

Massive everywhere

baz atkinson, on 01 January 2011 - 04:12 PM, said:

Ill get mine back up when get the hang of refo-soul forgot cant post mp3s in other threads not to worry !!

BAZ A

Hi Baz and Happy New Year mate!

There's no need to post sound clips.

Just let us know what you've got that you think deserves a really big plug in the coming year!

I'm sure they'll be quality choices.

All the best.

:thumbsup:

Sean

baz atkinson Posted: Jan 01 2011 04:28 PM

unreleased

Hello Sean happy new year to your goodself also mate.Top thread as usual.

Hi Baz and Happy New Year mate!

There's no need to post sound clips.

Just let us know what you've got that you think deserves a really big plug in the coming year!

I'm sure they'll be quality choices.

All the best.

:thumbsup:

Sean
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s7oul Posted: Jan 01 2011 05:18 PM

Getting spins again

My favourite topic of the year Sean :thumbsup:

Here's my 2011 tip's; the first two being more akin to that Soul Night in (the record room) :-

1. DAVID LENYARD & THE MUSIC TREE - IT'S NEVER TOO LATE (to say your sorry to change your mind) - FLYING EAGLES 1977

2. JEFF ADAMS - WHERE DID THE GOOD TIMES GO - KANGI RECORDS 1974

3. STEVE BASSETT - NO GOOD FOR HER - EASE RECORDS 1977

4. BACK BAY BREW - IS IT FOR REAL - BACK BAY BREW 1975

5. EMANUEL LASKEY - JUST THE WAY (I WANT HER TO BE) - MUSIC NOW

Cheers

Pat

I KNOW NOTHING Posted: Jan 01 2011 05:54 PM

Semi known gem

ANGIE BROWN, LOVERS HOLIDAY. (BAD WEATHER INC LABEL.) wrong name added on the clip.
angie jones lover's holiday bad weather inc

Karyl Mann - The Feeling Of Love - (Dynovoice)

KARYL MANN. THE FEELING OF LOVE. DYNOVOICE

soulpaul0 Posted: Jan 01 2011 07:39 PM

Second Issue

dante-- unlucky 7 one of my top tunes,love it,good choice :thumbsup:

trammps where do we go from here -golden fleece
we're on the right track- ultra high frequency or south side commission - both on wand
i think of you -detroit emeralds
all about 1973 to 1976 not rare but on my play list in the car and at home

Adam Topping Posted: Jan 01 2011 08:00 PM

'soul45er' and a Tone deaf monkey..

Matt Male, on 31 December 2010 - 09:12 PM, said:

Always a risk on threads like this that you could mention a played out oldie as a tip for the future.

Here goes nothing... Here are three 'new to my ears' this year that i'd like to see get some main room attention next year. :yes:

4 nice choices mate......and all bought from the same super-seller (don't be shy you can share the name of this super-seller with all of us mate :thumbsup:

), combined price about £70 for all four? These are the epitome of quality cheapies, though I'd guess one or two won't be at cheapie prices for very long.

2011 will see the total self-destruction of the entire scene so don't think I'll put my tips up, doesn't seem worth it .....(translated version of that sentence <------- Can't narrow it down to 3 or 4 yet and might take a while before I do so spout any old rubbish and hope no one really questions why I haven't put a few tips up myself!)

Top Tips For 2011