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Press Release:   Various   We Got A Sweet Thing Going On Volume 3   SJCD 5014 Listen whilst you read:  Recording 09-12-2017, 19.14.29.mp3 Your browser does not support the audio element Release Date: Monday 11th December 2017  The third volume of our “We Got A Sweet Thing Going On” series returns with yet another esoteric mix of sweet and group harmony soul. This compilation features both sides of The Scott Three’s in demand rarity “Running Wild (Ain’t Gonna Help You)/

Soul Junction has proved itself as one of the leading labels for independent Soul and Funk Music. Releasing material either extremely rare & obscure or unreleased with some current work from some of Soul Music’s upcoming and leading talent also seeing a release. 2014 alone has seen releases form the Trey-J’s (a re-release of their 70”s Tee Gem outing), unreleased 70”s soul from Elbowed Out, Richard Brooks, UK musician, producer & artist Elliot McCauley & Preston Shannon seeing out th

Press Release:   Various   We Got A Sweet Thing Going On Volume 2   SJCD 5011   Release Date: Monday 25th July 2016   “We Got A Sweet Thing Going On” volume 2 carries on where volume 1 left off. Eighteen great tracks which all showcase the group harmony sound, well almost! We’ve thrown a curve ball into the mix on this occasion with the inclusion of an instrumental “Merry-Go-Round Of Love” one of three previously unissued tracks out of the four featured from the Milwaukee gro

From : cogden5468@aol.com Ive just been on the Johnny Vaughans Web Site, if you havent seen it he has a part called "Johnny Vaughans Northern Soul Patrol" where 5 blokes turn up to anywhere in the country, they roll out a piece of LINO and cover it in talc, they proceed to play a bangin Northern track while dancing around, after the track is half way through they stop the music and just pack up there stuff and leave without saying a word, (youve got to see it to believe it). Ive got most of

http://www.soulmusic.co.uk   Web Site RELAUNCHED JUNE 2006!!!!   A selection of original Northern Soul, 70's Modern&Crossover, Funk, Sweet&Deep 45's for sale. Sound files and label scans are provided for each side, so you can have a look and listen before you buy! Going for quality over quantity - each record has been specially hand-picked to cover a range of styles and prices so hopefully there will be something for everyone! Records can be bought and paid for immediately and will be sh

New Tighter Format - Odd bits of news will go in Forum, while stuff like from weekend will be on main page. SCENESVILLE -SECOND ANNIVERSARY Friday nite One of the big events of the weekend was Scenesvilles Second Annivesary down London town way. Reports from this are that it was "awesome", the music, crowd and atmosphere all being top notch. Certainly seems that this was the place to be this weekend. ANDY RIX, CHRIS DALE, DAWN BROWN and NICK BROWN with special guest KITCH 100% Real Deal 60s Rare

Back for a summer run out, a weekly chance for members to win a recent released tip top soul cd . Getting things underway, the first one feature Soul Junctions latest release Duane Williams - These Songs Are For You Recently featured on Soul Source, (view info) my own copy of this cd has had repeat plays and as such is well recommened To be in with a chance of winning, all you have to do is answer the morning tv style question below Q. Name the Detroit Soul duo, Duanne was a memb

Tesla Groove, Cannonball Records and Epsilon Record Co. join forces to create a little imprint dedicated to bring a STREAM of the most elusive sounds on Earth to the decks of Black Music fans around the world. We’ll pick from our collections, we’ll license directly from the Artists or the rights holders and we’ll deliver to your turntables at the best sounding conditions we are allowed to pull. One in every home! STR001 - Johnny Horton and Nature “I’ve Got You” b/w “Shake Your Boo

Time against us at moment, but can still fit in the odd hour or so to try and keep things fresh and moving. Site is very slowly getting to the final stage, and one new section is the addition of regular contributors. And as such like to welcome Mark Bicknell aboard, known and respected for a long time. we think his Big Daddy On Line Soul Shack will be a worthwhile addition to the site. Hit here to visit As always this site thrives on user contributions, so feel more than free to post up and shoo

Welcome to Epsilon Record Co. latest Californian releases Two fantastic singles EPS018 Natural Impulse (previously unissued) A: “Let’s Get Together”(3:10) B: “Let’s Get Together”(extended version 4:34) Written by: Richard P Ramos Bay Area 1976 Listen:   EPS017  James Hales A: “Could It Be Joy”(3:12) Arranged by: James Hale / James Pasley / Rasha A Abdur 1982 B: “Cashing in My Memories”(3:40) Written by: James Hale / Nathan Mus

Starting today the start of a new regular column on Soul Source Rob Moss's Soulful Gatherings. Many may be aware of Robs work as the man behind Hayley Records and more than likely have read his words previously on Soul Source and elsewhere. The regular column will feature views, news, reviews and more from todays current are and northern soul scene, and kicks off with a look at how Motown is percieved. It can be found in the Soul Source Rare and Northern Soul Ar

As you may have read in the forums Weldon Arthur McDougal III recently passed away on the 22nd October.2010   A West Philadelphia native Weldon Arthur McDougal III is rightly credited as a major contributor to the "Sound of Philadelphia". During four decades he has been involved in many ways, as a song writer, artist, group leader, independant producer and of course as a founder member and co-owner of Harthon/Dynodynamics record labels,   While its hard to actually track down all his soul music

News has it Wendy Rene (Mary Frierson, later Mary Cross) passed away Tuesday morning from complications of a stroke.   I suppose she had a love it or hate it voice. From a soul perspective I personally I love the vulnerable teen girl voice she had.   RIP   Flip to Bar-B-Que    

The website Cleveland.com features an interesting interview with Wesley Bright, whose recent output with 'The Honeytones' has been raising some ears...   Akron's sweet, honeymaking King of Soul: Wesley Bright talks about new music and his new band the Honeytones: Cleveland Sessions By Anne Nickoloff, cleveland.com    First, he led Wesley Bright & the Hi-Lites to prominence with his dance-filled, energetic concerts that first kicked off in 2012. Now, he fronts Wesley Brigh

Stumbled across this in sales forum which led me to digging out a sound clip from the label site...   Here's the details   "Take Me There" is a brand new Modern Soul track from Eli Thompson & Janine Johnson of the Westcoast Soulstars. This is very in demand after some great Radio plays & live promotion. The vinyl 45 includes the Foot Stomp Mix & The Original version. This is limited so please be quick!   Here's the clips   Footstomping mix   http://www.18875.mrsite.com/USERIMAGES/WCS

Today May 21st 2011 marks the 40th anniversary of the release of Marvin Gaye's What's Going On album. While there could be a case made that the over-promotion of such minor anniversary's in the mainstream media actually lessens the significance of the more notable ones, I suspect that such a viewpoint is more of a generation based one. The reaction of one younger member of my household (who has only recently 'discovered' this album) to the news of the 40 year mark and the below release ce

A quick shout for all mobile and tablet users Just a shout to let you know that you can now use the popular Whatsapp app to share all the various types of fresh soul content here on Soul Source News. events, radio, talking points, info and much more can now all be passed on to your friends, club members,  buyers,  listeners and muckers with just a quick thump  of an icon here on Soul Source The feature has been added to the twitter,fb,linkedin, reddit shares which all show at the

Share forum, posts, events, gallery images, video and more  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Returned to site the ability to share content on WhatsApp. Just click on the button, then select in your application the contacts you want to share Note does not work with the WhatsApp Web version only desktop or mobile apps Windows 10 WhatsApp app here https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/whatsapp-desktop/9nksqgp7f2nh?activetab=pivo

Ive just come across a copy of Wheelsville 104. Has anyone ever seen this before - Debora Healy - "I Cant Erase My Old Loves Face"? The other side is "Dont Do Nothing I Wouldnt Do" Its the same as the issue on Chrysler, but with a different spelling for Debora and no credit to The Magic Tones. The master numbers are MW 618 and MW 617. Any info on Wheelsville 105? posted via Irish Greg (I think) updated 2019  

Two BBC Documentaries over Christmas and New Year. When Tina Turner came to the UK on Christmas Day and then on New Years Day wehn Motown came to the UK. BBC Two has revealed two documentaries on legendary singer Tina Turner and how Motown came to the UK in time for Christmas. When Tina Turner Came To Britain will feature previously unheard interviews with the icon and will tell the story of her relationship with the UK when it airs on Christmas Day. Speaking about the upcomi

Site News Forum gone down after update on server.. will return in a couple of days Busy times at moment, been all over the place , so updates been a bit thin Weekend Busy time down South wise, with Capital Soul Club kicking the weekend off with one of the TOP uk regular soul events at the Dome. Regular crew plus guests Kenny Burrell and Ady L Then Saturday sees the BIG one! Yep its London United, a massive Niter featuring the cream of

Whos ******* The Brooks Brothers and Melvin Davis Back To Back? Oh dear me, just when I thought the bootleg thing was slowing down imagine my horror to see two of Detroits finest now out on sale at £10.00 back to back on Kingy records, a yellow design made to look like a King records release which is just taking the piss really to be honest. It took me years to find an original TAY Brooks Brothers - Looking For A Woman and Ive had the Melvin Davis Wheel City original - Find A Quiet Place for a n

The Guardian website is running a feature titled... Bruce Springsteen cover reignites row over lost northern soul classic Who saved Frank Wilson’s Do I Love You (Indeed I Do) from Motown oblivion? When Bruce Springsteen performed his new single on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on 14 November, it was to rapturous applause and the ecstatic US talkshow host leaping from his seat to declare that the Boss had “crushed it!” But 3,300 miles away, Springsteen’s performance o

Details of an upcoming event being held on Sat 30th September 2023 at the Museum of Wigan Life. Northern Soul and Wigan Casino: its influence, its legacy, and everything that followed. Something a little different to the usual type of event, but it will be a great way to spend an afternoon. Plus there's a soul night a mile up the road in Pemberton if you fancy making a day / evening of it!    Northern Soul and Wigan Casino: its influence, its legacy, and everything that follo

Britsh Culture Archive is running a feature on Wigan Casino Photos that were taken by Red Saunders for a Sunday Times Feature Wigan Casino | Photographs by Red Saunders (britishculturearchive.co.uk) "Early morning, the sun is rising outside and the amphetamine has taken its toll. There is no alcohol, only empty soft drink bottles and cans that the pills get mixed in." The full article can be read via https://britishculturearchive.co.uk/photos-of-wigan-casino-1970s-red-saunder

At Last (apologies to Etta), the Wigan Casino plaque is to be unveiled by Paul Mason on the site of The Casino on 6th September at 11:00 a.m. Thanks to all those who contributed. All Northern Soul fans are welcome. https://www.justgiving.com/yimby/wigancasino#/  

WIGAN CASINO REVISITED - NORTHERN SOUL AT THE HISTORY SHOP By Zoe Graham 22/11/2004 Maybe of interest? Delayed news of an exhibition at Wigan History Shop The Web site 24hourmuseum has a feature on this show,full details along with a few photos can be found at the link below  The exhibition charts the rise of the venue through its early days as the Empress Ballroom, a major dance hall in the town, through to the Northern Soul era when between 1

William was a member of the Huntington, West Virginia, group The Parliaments, that had a number of releases on the local Cabel label, named after the county their city resides in. Along with himself and his song writing brother Issac and Archie Hyman aka Little Archie they first formed the group in the early 60's. They gigged around their local area un-aware of the existence of a group with the same name from New Jersey, that was recording up in Detroit. The conflict with the name eventually cam

He'll be there Willie Hutch wrote one of the greatest songs ever, but he ain't done yet By Robert Wilonsky Published: Thursday, October 29, 1998 .....Willie Hutch's studio sits along a desolate stretch of Highway 67 in Cedar Hill. It is just off the highway, not far from an exit no one seems to use very much--unless, perhaps, they are in need of used tires, which are sold at the establishment sitting next to the brown box that houses Hutch's recording facility. The building

The sad news continues in 2010 Memphis musician and producer Willie Mitchell dies at age of 81 The sad news of another soul music legend passing on, video news clip and news release below and links to interview and the forum thread follows  MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Willie Mitchell, a record producer, label head and musician who worked with Al Green and other stars, died Tuesday. He was 81. Mitchell died at Methodist University Hospital in Memphis at 7:25 a.m., more than two weeks afte

A radio documentary on Wilson Pickett and featuring some of the main people in his life such as Bobby Womack, Steve Cropper, Bobby Eli, Willie Schofield, Eddie Floyd, Sir Mack Rice, Rick Hall, Spooner Oldham, his brother Max and many more as well as some archive footage that we came across from Wilson himself. The whole thing is presented by Roger Daltry. It is broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on Monday 12th March at 10pm and will also be available on their listen again feature

NEW YORK - Wilson Pickett, the soul pioneer best known for the fiery hits “Mustang Sally” and “In The Midnight Hour,” died of a heart attack Thursday in a Reston, Va., hospital, according to his management company. He was 64. Chris Tuthill of the management company Talent Source said Pickett had been suffering from health problems for the past year. Pickett lived in Ashburn, Va. “He did his part. It was a great ride, a great trip, I loved him and I’m sure he was well-loved, and

Due out 6th October 2018, here it is the fourth release 7” from Soul 4 Real, 2 previously unreleased sides by Wilson Williams. Originally recorded in the early 70´s in Muscle Shoals and produced by Jerry Williams, Jr. (Swamp Dogg). Limited Edition of 450 copies.   LISTEN HERE:   https://www.soul4real.es/soul-4-real-records/     WILSON WILLIAMS  – GHOST OF MYSELF / DON´T LET MY FOOLISH WORDS KEEP US APART (SOUL 4 REAL)   At the start of the

The first competition of 2019 and it's a good one.. We have up for grabs a still sealed copy of a recent Kent Lp. All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning this fine lp is just follow the simple instructions that follow the lp info.   The Goldwax Years - Spencer Wiggins - LP Kent 511 A vinyl album featuring 14 of the great southern soul singer’s finest Goldwax recordings.   Listen while you read   Blurb Although Spencer Wiggins first ma

The return of the "even easier than morning tv phone in ones" style Soul Source comps   This one offers all you lucky lucky people the chance to own a copy of the Soul Junctions latest 45 !       The Trey J’s - I Found It All In You - We Got A Thing (Going On) - SJ526   The blurb is below...     Out 17th Feb 2014   The Trey J’s: In the late 1960’s James Binford originally from Indianapolis, Indiana and Joseph Smith from Detroit, Michigan who had both by then migrated south to Atlanta, Georgia, f

Soul Source Competition time again, and this time we got up for grabs two copies of a 45 that was so in demand that Soul Junction sold out within two weeks of its release! Bill Spoon I Can't Wait (Until The Weekend) / The One Who Really Loves You -Soul Junction 506. Full info and clips of this fine 45 can be read via the link below http://www.soul-sour... To win yourself a mint as mint copy of this 45 all you have to do is just answer the following question that was set by t

This Sunday night sees the overdue return of the Soul Source competitions. This time around this series of competitions kicks off with... Up for grabs are a copy of both the latest Hayley records 45 release Details/video of both 45s DEON JACKSON 'Pain in my heart' b/w ' I've got so much love' JIMMY DELPHS 'Where there is love'

Those Peckham Soul people not only have passed on news of a new sweat shirt release, but they have also put one up for a Soul Source Competition The clothing blurb is below, the competition details follow that... Limited Edition 'Togetherness' Sweatshirts from Peckham Soul Inspired by 'Soul' solidarity and against a current backdrop of increasing prejudiced, Peckham Soul are taking a stand for 'Togetherness'. A limited edition sweatshirt, this original design is silk screen print

Here we go its time for another Soul Source competition. This time around you have a chance to win a copy of this fine recent release from Kent records Pied Piper: The Pinnacle Of Detroit Northern Soul The two Kent CDs of material drawn from the vaults of Detroit's Pied Piper productions have been among the label's most popular. A fact that will surprise nobody with an interest in 1960s Detroit soul, given that the artists, songs and productions are all of the highest order. Vinyl fa

A fast competition for a pair of tickets to see Melvin Davis Live at one of the 3 venues (details below) this weekend As the earliest gig is Sunday 10th March you do need to be quick as the closing date/time is 8am (uk time) Thursday 7th March To enter all you have to do is just answer the question below via the following link What is Melvins own label called ? https://www.soul-source.co.uk/index.php?app=nexus&module=support&section=new The winner will be the first corre

Time for a new Soul Source members competition  Up for grabs is a fine viny lp from Kent records that was released just prior to xmas, not only recent but also still sealed! The Money Masters - Bettye Swann  KENT 508 A vinyl album featuring 14 of her finest sides for Money Records of Los Angeles. ...Bettye wrote many of her own songs at Money. Among the few exceptions was an exquisite rendition of Sam Cooke’s ‘A Change Is Gonna Come’ from her “Make Me Yours” LP. An earlier al

Here are, another Soul Source Competition! This time around it's a chance to win yourself a brand new  copy of this just published heavyweight book titled Motown The Sound of Young America Book direct from the publishers! Blurb and pictures follow below and the competition entry instructions can be read at the bottom of the article   Description Motown: The

Thanks to member @Drew3 , we have the return of our (very) irregular Soul Source competition. And we do have a great prize, a copy of Richard Gilbert member @Gilly much acclaimed book  I Searched For Soul and Found The Stars by Richard Gilbert 'It tells of the 5 trips I made to the States (85-94) and along with others, what we got up to, record finds, and more importantly who we met and the quality time with those people 'The Stars' that we met along the way.' Full details of

After a day of fun and games with the site here we go with news of yet another quality CD release from Kent Looking at one that was pushed out earlier this month, this Kent Cd release features an artist who you could say almost became synonymous to those early kent lps back in those far off days... Mary Love   Lay This Burden Down - The Very Best Of Mary Love [Original Recording Remastered] CDKEND 414   Release date 3 Mar 2014   Competition   After reading the track listing, Ady C's release note

Here are, not just a chance to listen and read but also a chance to get your hands on this fine recent release from Kent records. All you have to do is read the below release notes and then answer a morning tv type question as per the details at the end of the news item, and the winner gets a brand new still sealed copy of the Lp. Easy. Jeanette Jones - Dreams All Come True - Kent LP Catalogue: HIQLP 047 £17.80 Release Notes (extract) The complete recordings of this enigmatic

The return of our irregular Soul Source competition feature. Yep after a bit of a break the competitions are back with a chance for all members to get their ears and hands on a fine recent and decent quality cd release, from Kent Records. The highly rated 'Soul Voices - 60s Big Ballads' being the fine album on offer.   Soul Voices - 60s Big Ballads - Kent Records Release Notes Preview Majestic male vocalists singing over subtly orchestrated arrangements of superb so

First a quick thanks to all the members who entered, the competition for what was one of the biggest prizes that have ever had here on Soul Source DVD/CD Set The Odyssey A Northern Soul Time Capsule The lucky winner has been drawn and announced. Full details of the prize and the lucky winner via the link below..  

The competition to win a sealed copy of the fine recent released vinyl lp - Dreams All Come True - Jeanette Jones is now over, Congratulations go to member John Siret @John Siret  John was the first drawn out of the soul source hat and once passes on his address will soon be looking at a sealed copy of this fine lp on his doormat. Thanks to Kent Records for the prize and thanks and commiserations go to all those who entered but didn't win  Just to rub salt here's a taste of wha

WIRE FM 107.2 Soul Connection moved from Saturday to Sunday same time - 7 till 9.Playing northern, motown, modern across the board soul Recently had a competition to win chalet for four at Prestatyn weekender kindly donated by Mark Fletcher at Pontins (no relation) Guest d.j.s (you know who they are) Mainly Runcorn, Widnes Warrington, can get it up to Chorley and in Chester, and parts of Manchester Whats on for advertising venues. Email steve@wirefm.c

Had the below passed on from Paul Donnelly (profile) A letter of thanks after a donation of funds raised via the just gone Wirrina Reunion 2014 Hats off to all involved in making this donation happen.   Dear Mr Donnelly, Thank you so much for the kind donation of £800 which you made over the phone to my colleague Matt earlier today. Your gift will help us in our work with deafblind people throughout the UK. Sense works with deafblind people and their families, right