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Press Release:   Jesse James   Father We’re Having Trouble Down Here/Father We’re Having Trouble Down Here (Album Mix)   SJ546 Release Date:   Monday February 21ST 2022 Way back in 2008 Soul Junction released a 45 on Duane Williams “Yes My Love Is Real” with Duane being one half of the Detroit husband and wife singing duo Beverley and Duane. The duo under the guidance of their lifelong friend Will Hatcher recorded six songs of which two “ We Got To Stick Together” and “Glad I Got

Hi All What with Jesse James visiting our shores next week for the Prestatyn Weekender, Soul Junction Records have managed to get an un-released track to us from Jesse. Jesse James - Side A - I Gave You Love With An 'A' Plus Side B - Are You Gonna Leave Me Words from the website; souljunctionrecords.co.uk Soul Junction Records have once again dug deep into the Gunsmoke Records inventory to unearth a further un- released 70's g

Dave Rimmer passed on word of an article that he has posted on his SKM website after an interview with Curtis Smith. A few preview clips follow below, for the full meaty article you will need to get yourself over to the SKM website (link to the article at the end of the page) Preview clips...   http://www.soulfulkindamusic.net/artric1.jpg   As some people will be aware, my fiancé is called Jessica, so it came as no surprise to discover that she was collecting the Jes

It seems that we have yet lost another 60's soul singer. A posting on Southern Soul stated that Jewel passed away yesterday (1st March) in an LA hospital. There has been no media confirmation of this fact yet ... BUT if you scan down the posts on the attached youtube video there's an entry made 9 hours ago saying.... RIP Uncle Jewel ..... so it seems that the bad news may be correct ..........   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaaVbWD3USI

Due out Feb 2018, the second limited edition 45 from Secret Stash Records under exclusive licence from One-derful productions, taken from original studio master tapes. Jimmie And The Entertainers - New Girl(stunning mix) b/w New Girl Unissued Instrumental Presented in a black glossy sleeve, numbered certificate, title sticker on cover, collectors card personally signed by the man himself Mr James Verdico who is thrilled that this is coming out,. All sealed in a poly bag, Limited e

We are proud to announce the second Limited Edition 45 under exclusive licence from One-derful productions and the Leaner family, JIMMIE AND THE ENTERTAINERS - NEW GIRL (ALT MIX) B/W NEW GIRL INSTRUMENTAL (PREVIOUSLY UNISSUED) As with The Inspirations first limited edition there will only be 150 copies produced presented in a black sleeve with gold sticker title, certificate of authenticity which is numbered, collectors card personally signed by Mr James Verdico AKA Jimmie of the group, sealed i

Article on the Niagara Gazette website tells the story how the philly dog man is re-presented the keys to the city of Niagara Falls Getting his key back By Denise Jewell Wednesday, October 05, 2005 Jimmie Raye was on his way home to Los Angeles when he lost his key to the city of Niagara Falls back in 1981. A gift from then-mayor Michael O’Laughlin, the brass key was in the soul singer’s luggage when it disappeared. “I never did find out what happened to it,” said Raye

Unconfirmed at the minute, but I've read online that Jimmy has passed away.     Sad news.       added by site   news clip and link     Funk great Jimmy Castor, the man who made the Troglodyte and Bertha Butt famous, passed away on Monday at the age of 64. At this time, there is no cause of death.   According to VVN Music affiliate Noise11, "Castor's grandson P.J. Romain said on Twitter that his "grandfather is unresponsive at the hospital," before breaking the news eight hours later in a tweet t

JIMMY DELPHS 'The flip side' only on Hayley Records. JIMMY DELPHS 'The flip side' b/w 'BAND TRACK 'Don't tell me maybe' (Backing track to Capitols Don't say maybe baby) - Hayley Records HR 023 Hayley Records is proud to announce the release of yet another previously unreleased slice of Detroit soul in the form of the immaculate Jimmy Delphs 'The flip side' b/w Band track 'Don't tell me maybe'. The flip side' is the third unreleased track by Jimmy Delphs to be made available by Hay

Don't think that this is common knowledge yet ........ Jimmy Ellis of the Trammps passed away in March. http://www.heraldonl...erno-jimmy.html     added by site a clip from a news item featured on the Charlotter Observer... the full article can be read here... http://www.charlotte...erno-jimmy.html     ROCK HILL James T. "Jimmy" Ellis - who grew up in a shotgun shack on Pond Street in Rock Hill's Crawford Road neighborhood - died Thursday. He was 74...   ...Jimmy Ellis, the oldest of six childre

Had a quick pass on about a interview with Jimmy James in the new issue of Record Collector.   Been told its about Jimmy James talking about his career and upcoming Uk tour with his hero Ben E King   Clip below, the link follows (be aware that you need to sub it seems to read the full interview online)   Midway through interviewing Jimmy James at his home in north-west London, the phone rings. It’s his ex-Vagabonds mate Count Prince Miller, calling to chew the fat. Back in the mid-60s, when mod

We loose yet another old hero .......... Jimmy McC passed away yesterday .... R.I.P. .....   http://www.sfgate.co...eer-4136929.php     added by site     Jimmy McCracklin, one of the most prolific blues singers and songwriters of all time, with a recording career that spanned 1945 to 2010, died Thursday at Creekside Healthcare Center in San Pablo after a long convalescence.   Read more: http://www.sfgate.co...p#ixzz2FkjMne2e       Jimmy Mc Cracklin http://creativecommo...enses/by-sa/3.0)], by L

Looks like a few passed away lately...   Jimmy Norman died yesterday after a long illness and battle with his health.   http://www.jimmynorman.org/   R.I.P.     clip from above site     Jimmy Norman, after a long illness, died on Nov. 8 in New York City. When he left the Coasters after 30 years of performing, Jimmy was in poor health for over a decade. However, during this period, he recorded Little Pieces in 2004 and The Way I See It earlier this year. Those two records, produced by Kerryn Tolh

We are thrilled to announce that BMR 1013 Jimmy Radcliffe/Barbara Jean English - Taste Sour Don't It is due for release Friday March 10th earlier than anticipated, one fabulous song, two sublime versions, Barbara Jean English sang back up vocals on Jimmy's version and vice versa, Jimmy wrote the song in 1965 and it was picked up by Keith Powell & Billie Davis released as a 'b' side in 1966 on Uk Picadilly, their version doesn't even come close to Jimmy's and Barbara’s powerhouse versions, th

WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE JIMMY RADCLIFFE - BIG CITY BLUES - BMR 1012 IS DUE TO BE SHIPPED TO US ON DECEMBER 27TH AND WILL BE RELEASED FIRST WEEK IN JANUARY COMES IN CUSTOM CARD PICTURE SLEEVE, A6 COLLECTORS CARD, LYRIC SHEET INSERT IN A POLY OUTER SLEEVE, LINER NOTES WRITTEN BY CHRISTOPHER RADCLIFFE JIMMY'S SON. PRE RESERVES FOR THIS RELEASE HAVE BEEN INCREDIBLE, TO ORDER PM MARK BICKNELL EMAIL bicknellmark@aol.com OR bigmanrecords1@gmail.com  FULLY LICENCED FROM BLACK PATCH PRODUCT

The latest release from Big Man Records, the first in a series of previously unissued Jimmy Radcliffe recordings. Sleeve notes and audio follow below...  Jimmy Radcliffe - Big City Blues - Big Man Records 45 - Out Now BMR 1012 Sleeve Notes As Jimmy Radcliffe's fan #1 I'm super excited for the release of "Big City Blues" b/w "You Can't Lose Something You Never Had" on Big Man Records! My father's signature vocals showcase the brilliant talents of the songwriting team of Brass-Levin

Jimmy Ruffin passed away on Monday 17 Nov 2014 in a Las Vegas hospital. He was 78.   His daughter Philicia Ruffin announced details of the sad news yesterday and also said...   "My family in its entirety is extremely upset over his death. He will truly be missed. We appreciate all of the love and prayers from our family, friends, his colleagues and his adoring fans. We will treasure the many fond and wonderful memories we all have of him"   http://youtu.be/PgHI_kZsxZk   Forum Thread   Reported i

A festive heads up on a recently pushed out music documentary. If you are one of those types who find the subject of searching for a specific type of record of interest then this documentary may just ring your bell... Jingle Bell Rocks! Jingle Bell Rocks! follows Christmas music junkie Mitchell Kezin as he unveils twelve of his most cherished, alternative Christmas songs... ...a trippy, cinematic sleighride into the strange and sublime universe of alternative and underground

list 889 Biggest rare soul 45 release of the decade. Available now at the site is THE CHESTERFIELDS - THINK IT OVER - GRAPEVINE 2000 # 134 This is the male group vocal version of Yvonne Bakers "You didnt say a word" backing track. Has been "Butchs" biggest exclusive sound for 2 years. Now available for £10 Dont forget the auction ending Monday 4pm GMT with tunes like : September Jones - Issue Prince Philip Mitchell Martha Star - Love ois the only s

RIP Jo Jo   http://www.wtvm.com/story/27693882/jojo-benson-found-dead-at-motel-6-on-victory-dr   added by site     According to the Muscogee County Coroner, Benson was found dead at a hotel on Victory Drive just before 2:45 Tuesday morning. Benson is best known nationally for his duos with Chuck Willis and Peggy Scott-Adams, but Battle recalls him being known for different performances locally.   "There used to be a club downtown Columbus called Club Lavanna and he used to perform there," Battle

A reissue of this 2005 album is due out next month via Vampisoul Records,and can now be pre-prdered Blurb from Vampisoul Site... JOE BATAAN CALL MY NAME Back in 2004, Vampisoul was extremely honoured to play a role in the return to recording of the legendary Joe Bataan, which fully materialized in the lauded 2005 album 'Call My Name', written and produced by Daniel Collas. After being out of print for a while, the LP has now been revamped featuring new artwork and liner notes writt

A new release from Ace Records BGP (beat goes public) imprint, a "lost sessions" affair release featuring the main man himself Joe Battan A brief snippet from the release notes is below It was at this time that Joe left Mericana and placed his next recording at the Rifkind brothers Spring label. Unfortunately no contract was signed and the LP languished in the vaults, apart from a limited run Japanese release in the early 90s, until now. It's a shame because it is the missing link betwee

Another list full of vinyl from Joe Dunlop wxms finest ! Hit read more for full list and order details JOE DUNLOP Glenavon Hope Mountain Wrexham Postage Rates : Flintshire 45s - 1 for £1.40, 2 for £1.60 LL12 9HF 30p for each additional 45.&#

In the mid 1990s musician and record producer, Joe Evans, moved from his New Jersey home to enjoy retirement in Richmond, Virginia. He decided to study the history of black music at Virginia Commonwealth University. After a brief conversation with the lecturer Dr Christopher Brooks, Joe lent him “A Carnival Of Soul” Volume One the first of three Kent CDs of music from Joe’s Carnival label released in the UK.   At the next class, after reading the CD booklet notes, Dr Brooks announced to the othe

Joey Irving & Just Us was a Canadian act that released a couple of 45s on various small labels but never really attained any notoriety. ‘There’s a Man’ is a cover of the original version by Leroy lane & the Upstairs Maids, an uptempo dancer that hints to the funky side of Northern Soul. The original issue of this 7” rarity was pressed in Belgium on the Baltic label, supposedly because Baltic was a label that pressed "everything nobody else wanted to press" (those are the label owner's ve

So sad to hear the news today our friend John (BIFF) Griffiths has passed away. Always a friendly guy, he always kept us entertained at The Morg & The Rec with his frequent guest spots & lively chat. All at Cheshire Soul Club are proud to have known him & call him our friend. Our thoughts at this time are with Bev & his family.      

Great interview by David Nathan with John Abbey, founder of Blues & Soul magazine. Listen and read John's own account of his journey and passion for soul music. Recorded in London March 2012. London-born John Abbey's contribution to the world of soul music has never been fully documented: as the creator of Britain's "Blues & Soul" magazine, he was responsible for introducing thousands of readers to the artists who were at the very foundation of sou

Had the following request based on an old forum topic via email Anyone help this guy?     On John Bowie, I am the sole owner of 'Chante Records' and I am planning to re-release it back on the Chante Lable again for distribution.  The original songs written by Santo Minghenelli titled: 'I Never Felt So Lonely' & 'A Fool I Would Be' that are still streaming since 2003.     I am trying to locate a family member of John to apply any past royalties (should they be collected

Another documentary of much interest to us soulies is in the making ......... ............ 'I SEE HOPE -- The John Gary Williams Story'. The makers need more funds to complete the project though ........ learn more here .......... http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2013299217/i-see-hope-the-john-gary-williams-stor   added by site       http://iseehopememphis.com/ clip from site belo   In 1973, a subsequent self-titled comeback album featuring the acclaimed tracks “I Believe the Whole Damn World

Looks like Bear Records of Germany have just pushed out a legal re-issue of 500 copies of this much wanted 45. Comes complete with a look a like pic cover and says sourced from the original tapes This 45 does have quite an odd background, as it is one of those of obscure releases that has originated from US forces stationed overseas. Here's the blurb from Bear Records British Northern Soul DJ Paul Sadot was probably the first to spin Hangin’ In by John Harris & The Soul Sayers

John Legend has teamed up with The Roots to push out a covers album with a difference - its actually quite interesting and enjoyable. The album is made up of their takes on "socially/politically conscious Soul classics from the sixties and seventies". As can see by the track listing below its quite a varied selection and is billed as being inspired by the recent US presidential elections. Highlights from here being the versions of Baby Hueys "Hard Times", the take of "Compared To

After the recent highlight of the 'Motown Northern Soul' album release the focus has moved on a few years recordings wise and is now settled onto the late 70s and 1980s...   John Morales Presents: Club Motown   Mr Morales latest project involves a double cd release (which apparently has took 7 years to realise) that offers two cds worth of tracks, made up of a mixture of late 70s and 80s Motown club classics. With 15 of the tracks being original mixes (original as in mixes that were knocking abo

John Morales Presents Teena Marie – Love Songs & Funky Beats Details of a great release out today from BBE Records Producer extraordinaire John Morales returns to BBE Music, celebrating the life and work of R&B / soul legend Teena Marie with a double album full of brand new remixes, lovingly crafted from the original studio tapes, entitled ‘Love Songs & Funky Beats’. “Teena is somewhat underrated, and people don’t really know much about her.” Says Morales. “I set out to

The other day Dave Thorley posted a Youtube link to TWPYB on Facebook. I listened to it, and as always with this song I was transported again. So, armed with Google and a lot of free time, I thought I'd have a go at finding one of the authors of that brilliant lyric so central to our Northern Soul existence. The first search on John Rhys threw up Blue Power, a website run by a blues fan called John Rhys Eddins who, it turns out, is a Brit born in Saxmundham, Suffolk in July 1941. I banged o

Just wanted everyone to know (if you don't know),  that John Rhys collapses having some sort of episode where he stops breathing.  Here's the email Matt Lucas mailed me earlier today: "Hi, I just got off the phone with John Rhys and a week ago today he almost died.  His wife gave him cpr for over a half hour before the Medics got there.  He had to get a Pacemaker put in but seems in good sprits now.   His heart was beating to slow  they said and he has more energy now. He to

Wanting to raise awareness for a wheelchair fund for John Silvester.  John had a bad car accident not long back and has lost the use of his legs. His crappy NHS wheelchair is a real discomfort and a pain. We're currently 575 sheets away from getting him a nice one. I Hope John will be back to his usual dancing self again before too long. In the meantime, this will help him greatly. https://www.gofundme.com/tnb5nh-john-silvester-wheelchair-appeal Hopefully members can help us

From Mono Media Films a film about the man John Simons...   A Modernist – a film about the life and times of legendary clothing retailer John Simons. Featuring exclusive interviews with musicians Kevin Rowland, Suggs and Paul Weller, broadcaster Robert Elms, art expert Ronnie Archer Morgan, advertising guru Sir John Hegarty and Sir Paul Smith as well as John Simons himself.   Directed by Lee Cogswell, Written by Jason Jules, Produced by Mark Baxter. Exec.

It is with sadness that we let you know that we received a call from Christine Ullah (John's wife) this morning to advise us that John had passed away in the early hours of the morning, today 5th January 2006. Known for his love of rare 60's soul, John was known by many as the 60's Soul Bandito or the Mad Mexican. Having DJ'd throughout Lincolnshire and Yorkshire, and being a Wilton Ballroom regular he will be sadly missed by many. Our thoughts are with John's family at this sad t

www.209radio.co.uk   Dates for your Diary: Special Guests on Soul Discovery John Wilson co-founding member Sly Slick&Wicked 15th July live by Phone from U.S.A. (if you have any questions you like to ask John please email me) + Colin Brown/"Room at the Back" 15th July   Mark Houghton: A New Chapter - 29th July Jimmy Young 29th July live by Phone from Canada   Red hot news.......... Saturday 12th August Roy Roberts     To Come: Joslyn /Lab Addicts: Soul Choonz Unified Tribe (Again in September

http://blogs.laweekl...nd_blues_rb.php   RIP to a legend of Rhythm & Blues   Let's all do the Watts Breakaway tonight

Hi!   My recent interviews with Johnny Rawls and Abraham Smooth Wilson are available, alongside reviews of new mainstream and southern soul CDs plus retro compilations and reviews of two great books on Southern California and Memphis/Stax music history at   http://www.soulexpress.net/deep1_2014.htm   and the top-10 of 2013!   Best regards Heikki   Added by site Preview clip from articles...   Johnny, if any, knows Overton Vertis and his music. “After I had moved to Milwaukee, I became his band d

It's with a sad heart that I have to pass on that Mr Johnny Stiles, the guy who was one third of The Harthon Trio has passed away. With Luther Randolph in a hospice the end of an era is approaching. I'm so glad that he and Luther saw The Philly Book and enjoyed it so much. As is usual in my world at these times I will not focus on the sad passing of a man whose music touched us and whose appearance at the 3rd Hitsville Weekender left us with a raft of wonderful memories. I'll raise a glass to th

Joseph Macwan - Climb That Mountain (pre order release date 20th April) 3am studio cut version Sonic wax demo Sw31      (Pre orders posted 20th April) written & produced for sonic wax by Naim Cortazzi & creative director Lee Jeffries. They have created this driving northern ghetto northern soul dancer that is set to be a monster ! B/w 3am mix slower moody big city version for the more emotional soul lover . Joseph Macwan - Climb That Mountain a / b side  

Head over to popmatters website for a great lengthy interview with Joshie Jo Armstead by Christian John Wikane 30 Apr 2021 The Urge Keeps Coming: An Interview with Original Ikette Joshie Jo Armstead INTERVIEW: From touring with Ike & Tina Turner to writing with Ashford & Simpson, singer-songwriter Joshie Jo Armstead reflects on a lifetime of musical adventures. https://www.popmatters.com/joshie-jo-armstead-2021-interview/    

Hopefully not repeating other's postings, but thought it worth reminding anyone out there playing this weekend it could be interesting to flip over the Four Tops' Keeper of the Castle on Probe from 1972 to play "Jubilee with Soul". Not too bad.

Long time readers of Soul Source may sit up to this heading. Back in the 1990s here on Soul Source, one member aka @Benji told us how he had got hold of the original test pressing copy of this never released lp. Sourced from the producer/engineer (memory) and of course the lp contained the 'original never released mix' of 'Hold On' a powerful 4+ minutes long version, which went onto be a classic play at the Capitol Soul Club Dome events in London for Irish Greg at the turn of the century. W

On the Modern Soul list was a bit of discussion about a famous rairty. Thought the below may be of interest to others not on the list, so asked John Smith (Oxford way one) if ok to pass on, thanks go out to John as he said ok! http://www.topica.com/lists/ModernSoul Someone asked ... "Don Gardner Cheatin Kind ....... I was just interested to know how rare it is >" Johns reply: I talked at length with Don at this years Prestatyn Weekender. He was either on the road or in the studio throug

Hello, I would like to annouce that "The Best of C.R.S. Records" album has just been released today, 24/02/2020. It contains the best and most sought after titles from this legendary Philadelphia label. The 12-track album contains tracks by such artists as George Johnson Jr. & The Mondells, Bonnie Blanchard, Andy Aaron & The Mean Machine, The Zodiacs, Midnight Madness, Carl 'Sherlock' Holmes, and many more. The initial 300 copies of the album contain a bonus 7" by Bonnie Blanch

Forthcoming Guests on the Kev Roberts shows are as follows; w/e July 12/13 Billy Griffin(The Miracles) w/e July 19/20 Sam Moore(Sam and Dave) forthcoming...John Hook(DJ, North Carolina/Beach Music etc), R.Dean Taylor, Rufus Wonder, James Bounty, The Spellbinders, The Ad-Libs, Freddie Hughes, John Manship(talks openly about the find), Eugene Record. Stations; SOLAR, Sky Digital Channel 879(Sat 10am and Sun 6pm) www.solarradio.com SAGA 106.6(Ea

Word been passed on of a new release from Kaneik Tune a.k.a Kay.Tunes Heres the blurb Sometimes stars are made, and sometimes. Refreshingly vibrant, eclectic and soulful: you have just been introduced to Kaneik Tune a.k.a Kay.Tunes, last name is no coincidence; she was born to sing. "This is my destiny", says the soulful performer. Born and raised in Richmond, Virginia. Kay.Tunes has been influenced creatively by some of the industries greats, such as: Scott, Mariah Carey, Anita Baker, P