New set of podcasts dedicated to the Stafford era.....
http://www.soulunderground.co.uk/StaffordTOTW/
First two podcasts online and feature two sets of Modern and Crossover Soul from Dave Thorley. Hopefully a set of Dave's 60's spins will be added tomorrow.
Download and enjoy....
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
local news carrying this story
Men jailed for ‘fake’ vinyl records scam
Two men have been jailed and two others given suspended sentences for making and selling tens of thousands of niche counterfeit vinyl records.
Christopher Price, 68, Stephen Russell, 65, Robert Pye, 63, and Alan Godfrey, 61, were part of a group which distributed unlicensed recordings of 1960s Northern Soul artists.
On Friday a court heard about 55,000 unlicensed records were seized by police follo
My forthcoming book.
I Searched For Soul and Found The Stars.
Well at last I can announce that this much anticipated book will be available for your pleasure in November 2020.
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. In most cases a first for anyone outside the USA.
From day one it has always been my
Hard to keep up at times...
a new topic for new releases 2019
THE SURE FIRE SOUL ENSEMBLE feat. KELLY FINNIGAN
Single out 3/20/19
“Impeach The President”, originally released in 1973 by The Honey Drippers as a protest song advocating for the impeachment of Richard Nixon became more famous for its drum breaks than the song itself… sampled in over 700 songs (according to Whosampled.com). Fast forward to 2019 with our country as divided as ever and this song’s anthem as relevant
Been working steadily - well very steadily on the book i mentioned some years ago on here on the fascinating and colourful record hunting addiction.Time is always a problem factor but certainly making headway now,largely due to the fact that the lovely Nicola Anderson kicked me up the backside and saved the day by getting me and the book organised ! so Nicola is now my partner in getting this project running like a well oiled eerr...machine !
&
Strictly ‘does’ Northern Soul at Blackpool this weekend , but this trailer suggests it will be Strictly embarrassing and a missed opportunity . Im not ashamed to reveal myself as a regular viewer of SCD , which at its best is a celebration of dance , sparkle, fun,, and hopefully achievement . This trailer was aired on the BBC2 It Takes Two.., and described by John Gilkinson Creative Choreography Director as :
“ a great opportunity to create a bit of a battle between the Ballroom dancers
One Kent release many of us have been waiting for, The Pied Piper Masters. You will have to wait a little longer as it is scheduled for release on 28th January.
This CD heralds the biggest unearthing of Detroit and Northern Soul masters for decades. It is as important and thrilling as the Scepter, Wand and Musicor cache, the Dave Hamilton tapes or the unissued RCA treasure of the 80s and 90s.
On this volume alone there are previously unhear
As you may be aware the recent BBC 'Northern Soul At the Proms' feature was broadcast live on BBC radio back in July,
You can read our 'busy' Source Forum topic on the showing here - tap here to read
The concert was also filmed for a later TV broadcast and as such the feature will be broadcast in the Uk on BBC TWO this Saturday 26th August at 19:45 - 21.15 hrs, that's a 1 hour, 30-minute show.
Details from the BBC website on the tv show follow below
Northern Soul at the P
Word of things moving forwards with the forthcoming film "Northern Soul"
The Manchester Evening news just featured in its business section an article titled
"The film-maker who wants to strike a note with Northern Soul fans"
Basically after the first read it seems the article informs of a opportunity for investors to play a part in supporting this project via an investment scheme....
The below clip gives a basic idea, but seems may be best to view the rest of the article for the full s
Had a request to put up this shout, there's an info email at the bottom
Photographer Dean Chalkley.
http://www.deanchalkley.com/
Dean is famous for his iconic portraits of the world's brightest music stars and compelling snapshots of youth sub-cultures - one exhibition you may have see recently is called
'The New Faces' which launched in April 2010 and revolves around the mod scene.
http://www.creativer...n-the-new-faces
His new project will touch on the Northern Soul and R
Sad News Richard 'Popcorn' Wylie RIP
Sad news passed on via the forum by Rob Moss
Just received a call from Mike Terry announcing that the immortal Richard 'Popcorn' Wylie passed away today. I'm sure everyone will share the sadness of his passing. He was one of the 'special' talents of the 60s Detroit soul era as writer, producer and artist and will be sorely missed.
R.I.P.
Very sad news
RIP
This was posted up by Bob Jones on Facebook in the last 15 minutes Déja Kia Bianco This page is so heart-warming. I'm Terry Callier's great niece. I regret to inform you all who really seemed to love him and his music that after a lengthy illness, my Uncle T has passed away Very sad news indeed, a true gent and incredibly talented man, added by site From the myspace page Bio: Early days: born in Chicago on May 24th 1945, Terry grew up singing alongside soul greats Jerry Butler, M
Just been passed on some mainstream media news from long time member Kevin Johansen @wiggyflat
It's all about tomorrow's episode of BBC Fake Britain Tv show. In fact the latest episode (showing tomorrow) features a segment taking a look at 'the vinyl copies that are fleecing record collectors out of thousands'.
Kevin passes on that he was interviewed as part of this segment in 'The Book And Record Bar' record shop in Tulse Hill London. Kevin J being well known for various promotions/dj-
Hi all,
Well, its that time of year again
It's 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
News is about that signed deluxe hardback copies of the forthcoming book from Richard Searling are now available for pre-order from Anglo American.
Titled 'Setting The Record Straight' and with it having taglines such as 'Music & Memories from Wigan Casino 1973-1981' and 'The Sounds That Shaped My life' and being billed with enticing descriptions such as...
'This unique account reveals many closely guarded secrets and delivers a fascinating insight into the thrill of finding rare
H B Barnum told me he had passed in the last hour or so.
Ady
added by site
He was born to James Wilson and Samantha Gibbs. While still in his teens, he moved to Los Angeles, California.
In 1965, Berry Gordy asked the producers Hal Davis and Marc Gordon to set up an office of Motown in Los Angeles. Wilson accepted an offer to join the team. In December 1965, "Stevie" by Patrice Holloway (V.I.P. 25001) was the first single released from the West Coast operation and feature
Four mates are having a golf day to raise funds for the Macmillan Cancer Support Trust.
The four, Alan "Kitch" Kitchener, Tim "Tef" Broughton, Colin Law and Andy Whitmore will play four rounds of golf in one day. Might not sound a lot but each round will take approximately four hours and in total covering something like 22 miles. This will be done all on foot.
The day will take place on July 1st at The West Linton Golf Course who have donated the course free of charge a
A while back here on Soul Source, you may have noticed amongst all the usual online arguments, daily dramas and such the odd reference concerning a planned film that was said to have a northern soul influence. As the months passed more comments and snippets have followed becoming more frequent and that bit more interesting.
Words of a website, a dance club/school setup surfaced, a few videos on youtube mentioned, a facebook group and other such 'social' affairs showed up. Of course I can't spe
About to escape into the CD / record buying world (well in October) .....
....
Cooler Than Ice - The Arctic Records Story (6 CDs & 6 7" singles)
http://www.dustygroo...oos=1&incl_cs=1
I was told about this package a while ago & have had brief discussions with Frank 'Phi-La of Soul' who is behind it.
Seems that none of the 'bits' (the 45's) will be available separately, however it will feature some previously unissued tracks.
T
Being reported is the sad news that we have just lost a great unique soul artist Gil Scott-Heron passed away on the afternoon of May 27th 2011 in a New York hospital aged 62 The below quotes are from the website komplicated.com A friend who answered the telephone listed for his Manhattan recording company confirms he died Friday afternoon at a hospital. Doris C. Nolan says he died after becoming sick upon returning from a European trip promoting the rerelease of "I'm New Here" with additio
Morning all, Happy new year and apologies for being a bit later than usual getting this thread off the mark. Got a bit more on me plate this year, even than usual! It's 12 months since we did the last 'Top Tips' thread... and it's now a Soul Source tradition (this is the ninth, as it started in 2007) so here we go again! Although we may be at risk of inferences that this thread only exists cos we've run out of things to play (me in particular :lol: ) we'll give it another shot, shall w
A quick shoot and forget topic for heads up news (or catch ups!) on upcoming/new soul releases
Feel free all to add a quick shout up of any current/releases (best if keep it short and sharp as we do have the news feature for full info posts)
Soul Direction have a new 45 coming up
release date?
Time for a 7 day summers over members competition, this time around you have the chance to win
The Best Of The Wand Years - Chuck Jackson - LP KENT 510...
To be in with a chance of winning this fine bit of vinyl all you have to do is just post the title of your lifelong fav Chuck Jackson track via the comments below
Come next Friday morning all those who have posted a track will be put in the soul source top hat and a winner will be drawn out.
Then the lucky lucky me
Continuing Harmless's policy of exploring all areas of Black Music we now turn our attention to the much under-explored area of U.S. independent Funky Soul and Gospel music which is currently one of most exciting areas of record collecting.
One of the greatest labels for funky Gospel releases was undoubtedly Jewel Records from Shreveport, Louisiana founded by Stan The Record Man Lewis in 1963 from his original tiny record store, Stan s Record Shop. From such humble beginnings sprang
Just recived a Email from Percy's Daughter -
Hi chalky, Life is so unfair here..Dads body still hasnt been cremated and I just got off the phone with Husbands Funeral Home at 734-331-3349. we are all trying here, we are a poor family. If you can find in your heart to help us with any amount he needs $863 more to bury him his body still hasnt been cremated please help. We would appreciate any help you can give.
Percy passed afew weeks ago and still not been laid to rest
The family of the late Soul Legend Roy Hamilton, would like everyone to click on Roys new memorial website. To help get Roys memory inducted to America's Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame Please take a few moments to click on the link and sign the petition Many Thanks to all. On Behalf of Roy Hamilton Jnr, Marie, Ray and family
A dual post just to pass on two soul related news items First is that today see's the official release of Northern Soul: An Illustrated History This has been mentioned on here a fair few times over the last year or so and today see's the official release day arrive. A more detailed site article will follow in a day or two, but for now here's a few images and some release text from the publishers The story of Northern Soul is one of practically total immersion, dedication and devotion,
Just heard this morning that Dobie Gray passed last night in Nashville Tennessee... he was 71 years old.... dont know anymore details than that... R I P... Del..x added by site extensive discography can be read via http://www.soulfulki...c.net/dgray.htm clip of the biography from http://www.dobiegray.com Born into a family of sharecroppers in Simonton, Texas, and greatly influenced by his Grandfather, a Baptist Minister, Dobie's life revolved around family, the church and music. Thus,
We had a fantastic opening weekend just gone with 2 sold out parties, this Friday we have a Northern Soul night on 9pm-3am and the BBC will be filming from 9pm Be good to get some of that fab crowd from opening back again plus any other original fans and also younger dedicated fans/dancers for filming and interviews DJs for the night include:Jay Lewis Matt BlackmoreSoul Time SteveBig Al Shaw Music will be pure Northern Soul on original vinyl only At The Night Owl, 17-18 Lower Trinity Street, Di
Advance news of a forthcoming 5 disc dvd set release from Wienerworld scheduled for October 2008
Details and information passed on below:
NORTHERN SOUL'S 200 GREATEST FLOORFILLERS
Coming in October 2008.
Our greatest achievement ever.
A five disc DVD set of 200 performances.
The biggest all time songs are here...
OUT ON THE FLOOR, DO I LOVE YOU, TIME WILL PASS YOU BY, LONG AFTER TONIGHT
IS ALL OVER, I GO TO PIECES EVERYTIME, I'LL DO ANYTHING, I'M ON MY WAY,
BLOWING M
The Nu-Ron's - I'm A Loner / All My Life - Exact replica of the original 45 released in 1971 - Originally recorded October 27th, 1970 - The songs were produced by Emanuel Campbell & Charles Bowen and have been lovingly mixed from the original 16 track multi's - Mixed how he "would have mixed MFSB (the backing band) in 1970", by mixing engineer Tom Moulton, then mastered by Peter Humphries of MasterWorks. This would have been the original team working on these tracks back in the 70's, both ar
"Dave Louis, historian, label owner and collector recently self-published Philadelphia Record Labels: 45 RPM Discography - one of the most comprehensive collections of small and independent 45 RPM labels coming out of one of the most important music cities in the world. Philadelphia has been long known for its amazing studios (ie: Virtue, Sigma, Impact) and its proximity to both FrankFord / Wayne (later known as Masterworks) mastering house and Disc Makers pressing plant. All these elements com
Just listening to 94.9 The Surf internet radio from Carolina and stumbled into a General Johnson tribute. He died aged 67 last night. A stellar talent on the soul scene from It Will Stand to Bless Your Heart and all points in between. Rest in Peace.
Last years much talked about film 'Northern Soul' does feature in the just announced Bafta award nominations
The film makes a showing in the nomination list via the announcement of Elaine Constantines nomination in the 'Outstanding Debut...' category as per below
Outstanding debut by a British writer, director or producer nominations
Elaine Constantine (writer/director) Northern Soul
Gregory Burke (writer), Yann Demange (director) ’71
Hong Khaou (writer/director) Lilting
Just had an unconfirmed report that the great Bobby 'Blue' Bland passed away this afternoon. The great man was a blues and soul legend, known for his classic "Call On Me" amongst others on the Northern Soul scene and many more amongst the Blues/Soul fraternity. So glad I got to see the great man perform on a couple of occasions. Rest In Peace Mr Bland Sean added by site http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bobby_Bland http://news.yahoo.com/blues-singer-bobby-blue-bland-dies-83-033144
Just a reminder that the BBC2 programme The Culture show has lined up tonight a episode titled Northern Soul - Keeping the Faith
Brief details follow below
Northern Soul marked the birth of late-night dance culture in Britain. Paul Mason, economics journalist and once a regular at the famous 'all-nighters' at Wigan Casino, discovers the origin of this underground music scene and why it continues to inspire such devotion.
Tonight Wed 25 Sep 2013 22:00
BBC Two The Culture Show
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
Rare Records and Raucous Nights: Investigating Northern Soul
A spirited examination of dance culture, record collecting, and the perpetual British love for American Rhythm & Blues
Lucy Gibson has been in touch with soul source and wished to pass on details of a upcoming event at the University of Salford..
"Professor Dave Sanjek has organised a symposium on November 4th (1-5pm) called 'Rare records and raucous nights: Investigating northern soul'.
The event will involve a nu
The COVID-19 measures have left the Rare Soul scene littered with cancelled events and the faithful following home alone at the weekends; so the Bury Town Hall team have decided to launch a ‘virtual’ all-nighter.
The show will be broadcast over internet radio every Saturday while we’re under lockdown from 21:00 until the early hours of Sunday morning.
The format will be just like a real event with a selection of DJs from previous and upcoming all-nighters at Bury Town Hall selecting th
The Top of the Pops showing of Wigans Chosen Few dancers back in 1975 is often mentioned when talking about "all our yesterdays" on here and other places and sure that those who were around at that time can remember the actual show or indeed the follow on effect that it had.
As has been said many times it was thought that no copies of this episode have survived the years due to the practice of wiping and re-using tapes that the BBC had at the time
Online archives do put the appearance
We are about to witness the biggest sporting event of this century where an estimated 17,000 athletes, 20,000 journalists, 63,000 personnel and 500,000 spectators will all descend into London town in late July to witness the greatest athletic event of all time - the London 2012 Olympic Games.
A mind-boggling 4 billion plus people are expected to watch the various events on TV alone! Damn. And this is right on Harmless's own doorstep too! Opportunities like this don't pop up that reg
OK I know it's February, freezing cold & snowing but this should warm some of you up who like your Modern Soul.
It's the new release from Mr Robert Kelly called Share My Love.
No info as yet on release dates or even if a vinyl release is in the pipeline but I hope it put's a bit of sunshine into a dull & dreary day for some of you.
SITE UPDATE:
Just in time for Valentine's Day, R. KELLY, the three-time Grammy Award winning King of R&a
Mainstream media are at it again. this Saturday, BBC Radio 6 Music offers the below,,....
BBC Radio 6 Music celebrates the 50th anniversary of Wigan Casino with a Northern Soul All-Nighter
6pm-9pm Craig’s Northern Soul special edition of his regular Saturday night Funk and Soul show (6pm-9pm) kicks off the all-nighter. The show will feature a ten-piece soul house band – The Signatures – and special guests including Wigan Casino legend, Richard Searling and all-female R&B group, The
Out doing the rounds is this current new 45 release from Secret Stash Records Usa here's some of the sound... http://secretstashrecords.com/AudioClips/ssr2002/AGrinandBareIt90.mp3 http://secretstashrecords.com/AudioClips/ssr2002/BIveGotToFindMyBaby90.mp3 here's some of the ink... here's some of the blurb... ailing from Saginaw, Michigan the Ringleaders first recorded for George and Ernie Leaner in April of 1966. Their sole release for M-Pac! eventually caught on in the Northern So
I am sorry to report that Mary Love died on Friday. She will be hugely missed by all soul fans and 6TS and Kent fans in particular will always have a special place for her in their hearts.
Ady
Below added by site
Clip from Soul Source Article (see below for link)
...sterling efforts on demos were soon rewarded, as again with Marc Gordon producing a number of mainly Frank Wilson penned songs were cut with a view to landing Mary her own recording contract. Arthur Wright was th
Haven't done this for a year or two, maybe longer, so could be enjoyable.
How about nominating your most apt soul choice for the 2018 anti-valentine song list
As previously any songs that do have the anti-valentine vibe are most welcome, though I'd say 'soul' and 'anti-valentine' and 'humour' being the main keywords
Last time we did it this was one of the main contenders...
high bar, so whats on the members 2018 anti-valentines list?
over to you...
