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Soul Record Auctions - Recent Completed Soul Auctions [sorted by value]
Larry Clinton - She S Wanted Wl Promo Original Vg Hear $8400.00 ended 28 Jan Gene Toones -what More Do You Want Wl Promo Og Vg Hear $4931.79 ended 28 Jan The Phonetics - Don T Let Love Get You Down Og Vg Hear $4881.00 ended 28 Jan Fred And The Turbins - Bernadine Scarce Og M- Hear $4861.00 ended 28 Jan Lillie Bryant Meet Me Halfway Ultra Tay-ster Wlp Mp3 $4477.00 ended 29 Jan Arin Demain - Silent Treatment You Dont Have Og M- Hear $3627.77 ended 28 Jan E Williams - Trade My Soul To The Devil Orig M- Hear $3500.00 ended 28 Jan The 7th Avenue Aviators You Should O Held On Promo Og M.. $2750.00 ended 28 Jan Bob Fred I Ll Be On My Way Pt 1 2 Big Mack 1966 Det.. $2700.00 ended 23 Jan De-lites 60s Classic Lover Tell Me Why On Cuppy Lab.. $2699.99 ended 11 Jan Buddy Smith When You Lose The One You Love Deserve Nm.. $2370.00 ended 28 Jan Danny Monday - Baby Without You Modern Og Promo M- Hear $2341.00 ended 29 Jan The Sidewinders - Flatfoot Hustlin Mega Original Cdn .. $1950.00 ended 15 Jan Lil Major Williams Girl You Re So Sweet 70s Soul.. $1925.00 ended 29 Jan Spellbound Gotta Get Away Unknown Jazz Funk Modern So.. $1813.00 ended 29 Jan The People S Choice Savin My Lovin For You Promo M- Hear $1782.78 ended 28 Jan Chubby Checker - You Just Don T Know Wl Promo M- Hear $1776.00 ended 28 Jan Monster Timmie Williams Competition Promo Mala 515 Rpm .. $1691.00 ended 24 Jan Willie Hutch - The Duck - Dunhill - Promo $1674.00 ended 17 Jan Purple Mundi - Stop Hurting Me Baby 1972 Cat No1978 -.. $1608.34 ended 26 Jan Buddy Smith When You Lose The One You Love Deserve Nm.. $1588.00 ended 08 Jan Maddog Fantasy Don T Squeeze The Fonk Ultra Obscure M.. $1579.00 ended 29 Jan Lil Lavair Fabulous Jades Cold Heat Funk Lennan Mp3 $1532.00 ended 29 Jan Funk The Ebony Rhythm Band Soul Heart Transplant Lamp $1526.01 ended 24 Jan 45rpm Record Ivorys Despenza 470 $1425.00 ended 24 Jan Lady Louise 60s Crossover Soul Your My Love $1399.99 ended 29 Jan Milton Parker Women Like It Harder Soul Closet Listen $1380.55 ended 09 Jan The Masqueraders How I M Gonna Make It La Beat - S $1325.00 ended 26 Jan True Dj Estate Record Collection Soul R B Rock Rockabi.. $1324.00 ended 05 Jan Funk Universouls New Generation Tener Custom $1280.55 ended 24 Jan Scarce And Killer Detroit - The Soulettes On Scope - .. $1262.77 ended 09 Jan Eula Cooper - Let Our Love Grow Higher Private La.. $1262.00 ended 21 Jan Joann Courcy - I Got The Power B W I M Gonna Keep You P.. $1259.56 ended 20 Jan Joann Courcy - I Got The Power Wl Promo Og Vg Hear $1250.00 ended 29 Jan Ultra Il Lorenzo Carpenter My Black Sister On Vincent.. $1234.88 ended 16 Jan The Fabulous Performers One Last Kiss Where Is My .. $1224.00 ended 03 Jan Jimmie Williams - Trade My Soul To The Devil Og M- Hear $1180.00 ended 28 Jan Little Richie - Just Another Heartache - I Wish I Was .. $1136.11 ended 07 Jan Tony Middleton Paris Blues Out Of This Promo Vg Hear $1061.00 ended 29 Jan The Sidewinders Lp Flatfoot Hustlin Funk Canada 1s.. $1025.00 ended 15 Jan Al Wilson - Help Me Wand Promo Scarce Og Vg Hear $1008.89 ended 28 Jan Curtis Lee Is She In Your Town Mira Promo Hear $1000.00 ended 07 Jan

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By Mike in News Archives · February 1, 20187 yr

Granada Reports ITV carried an interesting news story last Friday all about US Soul singer Jimmy Hamilton celebrating his 80th birthday in Chorley Lancashire.

The background to this clip starts back in the 1970s, when Granada Tv made a documentary in their series 'This England'. This episode was titled 'The Realistics In Belfast' and was first broadcast on 21st June 1976
(a brief clip of this documentary was featured on Outta Sites Records facebook page and was also featured in our own video library feature here on Soul Source.)
Documentary info from tv library
The Realistics are four black American soul singers, now living in Britain. Sandy Sanders, leader of the group, fought in the front line at the height of the Vietnam War. James Hamilton worked for Martin Luther King and was beaten up, shot and nearly killed by political rivals. John Cheatdom was shot in the heart when he was a child living in Brooklyn, New York. And T.C. Anderson was brought up in the tough Chicago ghetto. They all grew up among bombs, bullets and violence. Nevertheless, when they were offered an engagement to play for a week in Northern Ireland, at the Abercorn Restaurant, Belfast, where two people were killed and over 100 injured by a bomb in 1972, they were afraid.
Granada followed The Realistics throughout their week in Belfast, as they visited both IRA and Loyalist pubs, attended a Peace Movement meeting, waited in the dark and eerie streets for taxis that took an hour to reach them, and saw the shop of one of their new-made friends, bombed.
Anyway fast forward 40 odd years and a pm showed up on here a few weeks ago from Jimmy's daughter Joanna asking for assistance in tracking down the full programme to show at a surprise 80th birthday for Jimmy who is living in the UK...
Well it turns out that Granada not only helped Joanna get a copy of the clip and other clips to show but they also went and featured the story and birthday party in its news programme Granada Reports last Friday which I managed to grab.
Here's the clip, looks like Jimmy and family had a great time! Happy Birthday Jimmy and a hats off to Joanna and Granada for making it happen!

By Mike in Soul News · January 31, 20187 yr

A few end of the month 45 releases from Cannonball Records and Athens Of The North that may make your day that bit better
Aaron Broomfield - I'm Gonna Miss You / Does Anybody Really Know 7" Vinyl

More fire from Aaron Broomfield's archive, here we have two sought after sides. 'I'm gonna miss ya' was transferred from tapes by Aaron himself and is a brilliant boogie joint that's highly coveted on many scenes for good reason. On the flip we have got the super rare and relatively unknown 'Does Anybody Really Know', one for the heads, no master exists for this but Jeremy Underground kindly lent me his minty copy to master from. Jeremy is a man who possess extremely good taste in Modern Soul and Disco, we will be working with more with him very soon.....

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Herb Johnson - War (Previously Unreleased 300 copies only) Bandcamp Exclusive
Record/Vinyl + Digital Album

As a thanks to all our bandcamp fans we are releasing this full colour picture sleeve 45 on bandcamp only.
300 Copy limited edition of a previously unreleased track from Philly legend Herb Johnson. Cut direct from the original master tapes. No repress.

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Andrew SMITH & FRIENDS - You Came Into My Life (7'') - Cannonball Italy

You Came Into My Life (1:57)
You Came Into My Life (mono version) (1:57)

Ann FRANKLIN - Movin' On (7") -Cannonball Italy
Soul Movin' On (Arranged version) (3:18)
Movin' On (demo Reel version) (3:52)

Available via usual suspects inc members sales in our soul sales forum
https://www.soul-source.co.uk/forums/forum/4-record-sales/

By Mike in News Archives · January 27, 20187 yr

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 edition of 150 copies worldwide, pre-reserves on this record are already high, to pre-reserve pm here or email bicknellmark@aol.com
£50.00 plus postage £3.00 UK and £5.00 rest of the world - paypal as family and friends to avoid fees, pm here to pre-reserve or email bicknellmark@aol.com
Sound clips here.
NewGirlSideACopyProtected (1).mp3
NewGirlSideBCopyProtected (1).mp3

By Mark Bicknell in News Archives · January 26, 20187 yr

The passing of Fred Bridges last week was sad.
Fred Bridges. a songwriter and a co-founder of the group the Brothers of Soul (this name came about as a result of the riots at the time). He worked to help The Masqueraders, and later road manager for The Four Tops.
David Meikle (soul source member @David Meikle) did a wonderful piece in 2013 “The Fred Bridges Story”
https://soulfuldetroit.com/web12-fred-bridges/fred-bridges-text/00-fb-introduction.htm

By Kenb in News Archives · January 25, 20187 yr

The Udiscover Music Store has up news and info all about the forthcoming third volume of the 'Chess Northern Soul 7” vinyl set!
Due for release on 16 March Volume 3 carries on right where Vol 2 left off and for those cash upfront types it's available right now to pre-order via the Udiscover Music Store at £51.99
The next instalment in the highly-praised Chess Northern Soul 7” series will be released on 16 March. Chess Northern Soul Vol III is compiled, like its predecessors, by one of the great experts in the field, Ady Croasdell. It will feature seven more double-sided, seven-inch singles featuring great flooorfillers from the storied Chess, Checker, Cadet and Argo catalogue, in a deluxe presentation box.
TRACKS
Record 1
1    Bobby Womack of the Valentinos – See Me Through (first time on 7”)
2    Joe Cato – I’m So Glad
Record 2
1    Jeanette Nellis – Wait
2    Amanda Love – You Keep Calling Me By Her Name
Record 3
1    The Starlets – Loving You Is Something New
2    Gene Chandler – Such a Pretty Thing
Record 4
1    Terry Callier – Ordinary Joe
2    Maurice McAllister – Baby Hang On
Record 5
1    Mitty Collier - Pain
2    Knight Brothers – City Life
Record 6
1    The Kindly Shepherds – Lend Me Your Hand
2    Harold Hutton – Lucky Boy
Record 7
1    Jo Ann Garrett – Foolish Me (first time on 7”)
2    Johnny Nash – Love Ain’t Nothin’

Can find more information inc pre-order facilities via the link below
https://www.udiscovermusic.com/news/chess-northern-soul-vol-iii-offers-floorfillers-rarities/

By Mike in News Archives · January 25, 20187 yr

Back in 1966 (the 20th of May to be exact) the latest edition of the Detroit Free Press Newspaper had on offer a lengthy feature on Detroit's Golden World Records, concerning itself with such topics as the studio, the recording process and artists such as JJ Barnes and Edwin Starr
Thanks to the ever-expanding online newspaper archives (this one being newspapers.com ) you can read this feature almost as easy as on the day it was first published...

Found on Newspapers.com

Found on Newspapers.com
Click the above clips to read the text

Find it an interesting resource and could be a useful addition to the resources already on offer such as Billboard etc, though finding the time needed to search in depth may be harder than the actual travelling back!

Found on Newspapers.com
Clipped from Detroit Free Press, 20 May 1966, Fri, Page 32
A Record Is Made
with Sweat and Soul BY LORAINE ALTERMAN
Emotion filled the control room at Golden World Records out on West Davison. Driving, big beat sounds were coming through the four speakers hanging on the wall above the big glass panel. On the other side of the glass, Edwin Starr was singing full of soul. Along with the studio musicians was his own group of five, scattered around the big soundproof room trumpet trumpet player, bass, sax, drums and guitar. In the control room, Bob D' Orleans (chief recording engineer) pushed his fist into the air in time with the beat. Al Kent and Richard Morris (co-producers (co-producers (co-producers for the session) jumped around, danced, shook their heads in time.
Suddenly Bob jumped up from the control board. Something was wrong with the drums. The drummer was inside a baffle a padded wood partition to keep the sound in one place so it isn't picked up on other mikes but the drums were not right. "Got a billfold?" Bob asked. "Tape it it to the drum." Edwin and the others started again and this time the drum sound was softer. Now they made it. After two hours of rehearsing like this Edwin Starr was ready to start taping. A record was in the process of being made. But it was 10 hours later and five songs more before they were finished. And the record still was days away.
You probably think it's a pretty simple thing to make a record. Like an artist just has to walk into the studio, open his mouth in song, and pow! it's down on tape. But, that's not the way it is. A lot of hard work by a lot of people you don't hear too much about goes into getting that sound onto records. And, for the record company company a lot of anguish goes Into wondering whether that record Is going to be a hit because hits are the things that pay the rent. For a company like Detroit's Golden World, 50,000 records sold starts bringing in the profits. This firm is about two years old, but they've only had their own studio for a little over a year. Before that, president and founder of Golden World, Joanne Bratton, used to take her artists to Chicago or New York to record.
In January, 1964 the company company had its first big hit, "Romeo and Juliet" by the Reflections. It made the top 10 nationally and Joanne decided decided it was time to get a studio together.
THE VOICE of Edwin Starr fills the studio at Detroit's Detroit's Golden World as he gets his sounds on tape with J. J. Barnes swinging on piano and Tyrone Hite on drums. Edwin, aiming for songs with universal appeal, says, " 'Stop Her On Sight' appealed to teens and adults. Fellows are looking for girls and girls for fellows."
Edwin Writes His Songs "I dont the opening thing. It doesn't mean anything. It's nothing that would catch my ear," says Bob D'Orleans, left, to Edwin as they stand in the control room next to the tape machine. BOB D'ORLEANS works at the control board adjusting the level of sounds coming through amplifiers from the studio. "I cut no sessions without Bob. He's my hitmaker," says Edwin.

By Mike in Articles · January 23, 20187 yr

Cordial Recordings have a new release due out on 29 Jan 2018. To mark this release they have also put out also have put out an interview with Las Vegas Connection's original bass player and chief songwriter Paul Boudreaux, who is still active on the New Orleans music front today.
Las Vegas Connection 45 Details
Information
A Love Vinyl DRS Ltd Exclusive
Our fifth release is the Las Vegas Connection, who were a New Orlean band from the 1970s that released two singles on Senator Jones ‘Hep Me.’ This will be a limited press of 500 units only which has been licensed through Warren Hildebrand and Mardi Gras Music. ‘Running Back To You’ is a glorious soulful dancer that has received plays in recent years on the rare soul scenes across the globe. On the flip is the uptempo disco grooved ‘Give Me Your Love’ with a luscious vocal delivery from Jackie Pettis.
This is available for pre-order and is a Love Vinyl DRS Ltd distribution title.
Release date 29th January 2017.
Listen
A – Running Back To You
https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/lvnov17/CORD7005/CORD7005+A+MP3.mp3
B – Give Me Your Love https://s3-eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/lvnov17/CORD7005/CORD7005+B+MP+3.mp3

Purchase Options can be found via the Cordial Recordings link at the bottom of this article
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Interview with Paul Boudreaux Las Vegas Connection's original bass player and chief songwriter
Las Vegas Connection released two great singles on Senator Jones’ Hep Me label with ‘Dancing With My Love Bones’ / ‘Give Me Your Love’ (Hep Me 136) and ‘Running Back To You’ & ‘Can’t Nobody Love Me Like You Do’ (Hep Me 169). They were a short lived group but the four songs recorded have stood the test of time and still sound great to this day. We interviewed original bass player Paul Boudreaux and chief songwriter for the low down on the group. Paul is still playing around New Orleans today and has a history steeped with quality music.
Where were you born Paul?
New Orleans.
When did music become important to you?
I could have been around 3 or 4 years old when I first remember music. I was raised in the Uptown are of New Orleans, by a place called the Dew Drop Inn, which was a black club, a real swanky black club with live entertainment being played right around the clock. I can remember hearing music every day back then.
When was this Paul?
I was born in 1945 and the Dew Drop was opened in the same year with the lounge first. It was at the first time. I can remember walking past through with my mum and dad going to the stores or going to church. I would always hear music and see entertainment outside. I guess music’s been with me all my life.
Do you have any brothers and sisters?
Yes I’ve got one brother and two sisters. One was a school teacher and the other was a truck driver. My mother sang in a choir at church of course. My uncle Matt played piano and sang also.
Do you remember any of the live acts that you were seeing then?
The Dew Drop Inn was a club and hotel for black entertainers. Back in those days black entertainers couldn’t stay in white hotels so they would come to the Dew Drop Inn and get meals, get to play music and also a place to stay. So during that time there was Ray Charles, Count Basie and all the big guys would come to play the Dew Drop or if they were playing somewhere else in Louisiana they would stay at the Dew Drop Hotel where they would get a meal, a haircut, a place to stay and get their clothes cleaned before they moved to the next town.
I started playing music in the army in 1965 when I bought a bass guitar from a guy that was leaving Germany and I had just got to Germany. He was selling a bass guitar man and I bought it. I taught myself to play some songs and I taught myself to play some musical scales. I was like I like this. I always did have a love for bass. I always loved the sound of bass in a song. I leaned towards the bass because it's such a powerful instrument. I would practise the whole song from the beginning to the end over and over again. Then you would find where the song was going with the changes from the bass. I love the bass.
It’s all about bass and drums.
Yes it is, the bottom man.
Did you join any bands whilst you were in the army?
Yes I did. There was about 8 of us with guys from all over America that formed a group. It just so happened that the band got so good that the company I was in put us on a bus and we toured Germany playing for the soldiers. That was really interesting and something new. I was like “woah! I’m a musician right now! I’m not just a soldier I’m a real musician!”

How did you find Germany?
I was based around all the night clubs and all the clubs so we were able to play on our off nights Saturday and Sunday nights in the German clubs for the soldiers and got paid. It wasn’t much money but they paid us. I had a wonderful time in Germany, a wonderful time.
Do you remember what songs you were playing back then?
The favourite was “Mustang Sally” of course in 1965. We did stuff like “Wooly Bully,” “Gloria” by Van Morrison, a lot of songs by the Stones and Bob Dylan. We picked songs that we liked from the radio or that got played on the jukeboxes that we thought would excite the crowd. We were playing everything like jazz, soul, gospel, rock, we played psychedelic and all that man.
When did you leave the army?
I left in May 1967 and came back to New Orleans. I heard for the first time “Knock On Wood” by Eddie Floyd. That song was so laid back and funky. I picked up my bass and quickly learned that song. That bass line and Stax! I came back to New Orleans and my cousin saw me walking down the street and he was like “man I heard that you’re playing bass now!” I was like “yes!” “Do you have any equipment?” I was like “sure.” He said “well get it and come with me.” He had a gig for me. My first gig was at a lounge bar. I was sitting in for a bass player who was late. They needed a bass player so I started the gig. When the guy got there they were like that’s ok we’ve got a new bass player now. I said “What! You’re kidding.” “We’re going to keep you.” That was my first band I played with when I got back to New Orleans. The Bobby Williams Group who did “Boogaloo Mardi Gras” with Bobby, Paul Boudreaux, Louis Clark and Eddie Bo. Do you know Eddie Bo?
“Hook and Sling.”
That’s me on “Hook and Sling” with James Black on drums, George Davis on guitar and Eddie Bo on piano. When I got back to New Orleans Eddie heard the band playing. We did a lot of sessions back then.
How did the Las Vegas Connection come about?
Well I was playing a place Alhambra Club with another band called Uptown Rulers. Aaron Neville was a singer, with Willie West. Check out these front guys Aaron Neville, Willie West and John Adams. They are some of the best singers on the planet. I was playing at this club and the pay wasn’t right so I was getting frustrated.

At the same time Humphrey was upset with his bass player and he came down to talk with me, asked me to make a move. So I moved to this other band the Las Vegas Connection, who were playing at a club called the Mason’s Las Vegas Strip, which was a little club uptown. We were playing there for about 3 or 4 years before we started recording. They didn’t have any original material then, but they always chose the right songs. When I got in the band I was like let’s stop playing everybody else’s songs and let’s consider doing songs that we write. We know how to play, let’s be creative and stop playing everybody else’s songs. Let’s do our own material. They were like nobody wants to hear that. I said “who is nobody. These people don’t know where it’s come from if it’s good. Let’s just do it.” So I convinced them to start recording, so me, Humphrey Davis and Larry Santiago started writing songs. Then we hooked up with a guy called Senator Jones, the producer and he recorded us.
What happened was Marshall Seahorn and Allen Toussaint took our material to California where Mercury Records and Casablanca Records wanted us, but what happened was that Allen was asking for too much money upfront. They knew that it was good material but they wouldn’t bend on how much they wanted to sign the group. They were like they’re an unknown group so let’s make a deal for everybody. Get them in and we’ll talk later, but they wouldn’t bend. So we had no major label on that.
You never died because both singles are still popular today. Did you record any other songs?
No we didn’t.
Who were the other members of the group?
There was Raymond Fletcher played the keyboards, Humphrey Davis Jr. Stanley Stephen played the drums, Jackie Pettis was the lead vocalist, Larry Santiago played the guitar & Frank Parker played the trumpet and I played bass.
Jackie had a great voice.
He was something else. He passed away a stranger way which was that he got murdered in the French Quarters.
When the group split up what did you do next?
I played with other people like Willie West, Irma Thomas, Marva Wright and people like that. Then I put together a band with some guys who were interested in my playing and with that group I started writing again. This was around 1995 and they were called the Blues Krewe with a guy named Willie Lockett singing.

Do you still see the other band members of Las Vegas Connection?
There’s only one other band member alive and that’s Frank Parker.
Were you aware that your records were being played over in Europe?
No I wasn’t, but they were good records but just didn’t get the right attention.

Many thanks to Cordial Recording for sharing this interview.
Release date 29th January 2017. This is now available for pre-order and purchase options for the 45 can be found via the Cordial Recordings link below
http://5767.co.uk/product/las-vegas-connection/

By Mike in Articles · January 22, 20187 yr

A look back at what went on last month on Ebay soul record auction wise.
Soul Record Auctions - Recent Completed Auctions [sorted by value]
http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mYGGjlsHu0-DABrVfguuuAA/140.jpg - Larry Clinton - She S Wanted - Dynamo - Vg Mp3 - $10870.77 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mkBQHesJ9II-ssk9y6iVl4w/140.jpg Sag War Fare Don T Be So Jive Libra Florida Funk.. $5200.00 ended 10 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mK9WENKxaGOdS2pnCEiEuRA/140.jpg - Henry C Ivy Leaguers - Country Girl - Action Vg .. $3383.33 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mhdIKwYXRvvtJpeRMgkUNQw/140.jpg Modern Soul Funk - 5th Degree - You Got Me Hypnotized -.. $2850.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mJXoaOAVhztFOKx3uegQcJg/140.jpg Dynamic Three You Said Yeah Del-val Rarest Of Mp3 Lis.. $2578.00 ended 18 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mMjm3E0GnVk-Bd_9k7E0HlQ/140.jpg Crossover Soul - Chuck Cockerham - Have I Got A Right -.. $2247.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mluCSho8O8u42h4ZXC7oOEg/140.jpg Rob - Funky Rob Way Thought After Obscure Afro Psycehe.. $1950.00 ended 13 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/m27f7t6UeaSvGXvaROlWoFA/140.jpg Modern Soul 7 Record Collection Dont Miss $1925.45 ended 05 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mpIiqBRTxChXgLJ2RkA9BVQ/140.jpg Modern Soul - Toast - It S Just An Illusion - Charm Cit.. $1842.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mTNt69_IOopCQdlOgz7DyRQ/140.jpg - Grey Imprint - Do You Get The Message - Clear Hill.. $1841.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/m7iwl_i4vbT6EJ-prH2P3Aw/140.jpg Funk - Black Truth Band - Butter Nut - Btent - Vg Mp3 $1622.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mo-srsKuo2FZNHIorAdeA7A/140.jpg Ebony Rhythm Band Soul Heart Transplant Drugs Ain T.. $1527.01 ended 14 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mEaLqVfdueKl9XayP2NxwRQ/140.jpg Northern Funk Deep Soul - Frankie The Damons - Bad Wo.. $1500.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mg7P8Xlktv2X3YDVC7sYBtg/140.jpg - Yvonne Baker - You Didn T Say A Word - Parkway - Vg.. $1500.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mM2ifUfv3GydQR2KEP3E2TA/140.jpg Crossover Soul - Lorenzo Carpenter - My Black Sister - .. $1430.08 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mQbZHrO5PrYISwbq86OCjFQ/140.jpg Toni Ross Hurry Back Har-town Vg $1375.00 ended 08 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/m1dP09r5VVES0kOui6zHDgQ/140.jpg Funk - 6 Degree South - Loving You Is To Far Out - Six .. $1350.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mLMic4GKZNIWCv_ymsXv23Q/140.jpg Jerry Blackshear Defected You Are The One Ohio Modern S.. $1348.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mH1dAiuGkpsUxEQBcq1tEEA/140.jpg Crossover Soul - Satin - Your Loves Got Me - Shell - Vg.. $1325.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mTEB2s5OXUEEKaGATq26HTw/140.jpg Green Light In The Sky Mega Modern Soul Listen Sham.. $1302.00 ended 04 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mS1QgR_Mgn7h9YkW3TyaoOg/140.jpg The 5 Stepping Stars I Ll Never Love Again Making .. $1300.00 ended 06 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/m2Ys6YCJKn5P6o1KZv08_tw/140.jpg The Crow Your Autumn Of Tomorrow X-over On Inner Ear $1275.00 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/msbtPLbCY5AXTDZ6Fk29ZWQ/140.jpg - The Ascots - Another Day - Love - Mir-a-don Vg $1275.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mqwgxwHtJdZU5w3bQhWELEw/140.jpg Mike And The Modifiers Uk 1962 Demo Promo Motown .. $1269.83 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mbGA8667LmOsOlSvkooZCVQ/140.jpg - Candi Staton - Now You Ve Got The Upper Hand - Unit.. $1247.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mCNuUgphOnuiSjnSSwdI_6g/140.jpg Modern Disco Sweet Soul - New Xperience - Frisco Disco .. $1225.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mJzPA9srUwX9fM8q_6ITS6w/140.jpg Sweet Soul Outsider - Willie Griffin - I Love You - Gri.. $1225.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mA_BefCBnFpynyXHeVrXLIg/140.jpg The Professionals Acetate That S Why I Love You Origina.. $1225.00 ended 27 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mZO-AVjOOXbSH0JgYkilCKQ/140.jpg Crossover Soul - Joey Irving - What Happened To The Lov.. $1224.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mR7jTjyeTJ7NRgYmUiWkiaA/140.jpg Super Original Demo - Aquamen - Line And Track - Listen $1200.82 ended 12 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mlR2kL9kC9bmpe3ybr3l6Hg/140.jpg Darnell Pittman You Hurt Me Sweet Soul On Dean $1124.99 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mpEr5LTbSPJfLEqI-tV17Pw/140.jpg - Terry Callier - Ordinary Joe - Cadet - Original - .. $1133.88 ended 14 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mhZ9YakDVt14unruWq2d_gg/140.jpg Curtis Lee Is She In Your Town On Mira $1120.00 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/m1YMjBcZg6MNrDmy2VPxPVA/140.jpg Crossover Soul - Celest Hardie - You Re Gone - Reynolds.. $1111.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mL_z_gNLGzemKYsOOp0qMXQ/140.jpg Gwen Ray Build Your House On A Strong Foundation B.. $1103.88 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mK9kUeLvLJimhswWqFHfw-w/140.jpg 70s Soul Disco - K I C - You Don T Want My Love - New .. $1085.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mooTLeZX6Y59b-RLeqh3crg/140.jpg Sweet Soul Funk - Ash Soul Inc - I Do Love You - Soul.. $1075.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mKH9tCiA5TUbycn7XrxYrUQ/140.jpg Deep Soul Funk - Elois Scott - Broadway Love - Carol G .. $1030.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mUbvMR7UwXGOXLYHsN1eT3Q/140.jpg Crossover Soul - Guitar Ray - You Re Gonna Wreck My Lif.. $1025.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mOWYMcdU44By4rdaKR6ZvXg/140.jpg The Cashmeres Show Stopper Hem Plays Great $1025.00 ended 25 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mV1CZ_ewxv3c3iDbDktSVYw/140.jpg Modern Soul Funk Gospel - Gospel Truth - He Can Do It -.. $995.00 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mYU-93EE-GACT0i3YhHcuUw/140.jpg Modern Soul Disco - Panche Panache - Sweet Jazz Music.. $979.00 ended 24 Dec http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mUmgGhpa-j2HyGP_5STJWgQ/140.jpg Collection Of 190 Orig 7 45rpm Records - R B Soul .. $975.00 ended 03 Dec http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mOqNVs466nJKsDt7Igjt4Wg/140.jpg - Frankie The Damons - Man From Soul - Jcp - Vg Mp3 $961.00 ended 17 Dec http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/me5cxGfMpQzIgORWm_aYeiw/140.jpg Jack Hammer Down The Subway Swedish Polydor Nh 59718 .. $926.99 ended 13 Dec The last ebay soul auction highlights of 2017, so what's the take out there on ebay over 2017...?
Photo by Sawyer Bengtson on Unsplash

By Mike in News Archives · January 16, 20187 yr

It seems that Danny Woods, solo singer & Chairman of the Board, died yesterday ...announcements made on Facebook ...

By Roburt in News Archives · January 14, 20187 yr

Bull And The Matadors New Release Available This Weekend

Bull and the Matadores - A Part Of My Life b/w My Babe - Bigman Records BMR 1001 - available this weekend
Demo £25.00 and £15.00 issue plus £3.00 uk postage and £5.00 rest of the world, pay pal as family and friends to avoid fees, please include full details name and address with pay pal payment, all pre-reserved copies and new orders will be processed over this weekend and early next week, please allow 7 to 10 days for shipping as demand for this record is high.
Pay pal is bicknellmark@aol.com
Pm to order or email bicknellmark@aol.com
Bull & The Matadors - A Part Of My Life - Protected (1) (1).mp3
Bull-The-Matadors-My-Babe-Protected-1-1-1.mp3

Jimmie And The Entertainers - New Girl (Alt Vocal Mix) And Unissued Instrumental - Coming Soon
Limited edition of only 150 copies, comes with signed collectors card by James Verdico aka Jimmie, certificate numbered, with cover sticker ident in a sealed poly bag, pre order now - £50.00 plus £3.00 uk postage and £5.00 rest of the world, pm here or email bicknellmark@aol.com to pre-reserve a copy (limited number available)

bicknellmark@aol.com TO PRE RESERVE A COPY (LIMITED NUMBER AVAILABLE)
PM HERE OR EMAIL bicknellmark@aol.com

By Mark Bicknell in News Archives · January 11, 20187 yr

Looks like Ben Sherman is still pushing a 'northern soul' connection, from this years London Fashion show
Presented in a 100 metre-long gallery inside Somerset House, this season’s Ben Sherman offering looked to its roots and the glories of Northern Soul with a capsule collection created in collaboration with Henry Holland – a designer recently nominated by the British Fashion Council’s Fashion Awards for Best Emerging Menswear Designer.
Set to an upbeat soundtrack, a score of dancers took to the runway before models appeared in garb that perfectly fused Sherman’s classic silhouettes with Holland’s eclectic aesthetic
more info via mainstream media
http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/london-fashion-week-mens-autumn-winter-2018-tinie-tempah-ben-sherman-liam-hodges-a8146766.html

By Mike in News Archives · January 10, 20187 yr

It's all over the net & Facebook that Denise LaSalle has died.
I'd expect her local newspaper (the Jackson Sun) to be reporting this fact but so far they have nothing about her passing (though they did a big piece back in October when she had a leg amputated).
I have no reason to doubt this sad information though.

By Roburt in News Archives · January 9, 20187 yr

Word just in from member Ady @ady croasdell on this years Cleethorpes 2018 Weekender...
I can at last confirm that Cleethorpes 2018 on the 8-10th June will definitely go ahead.
I have secured the services of two excellent veterans of the rare soul scene who are going to help me with the weekender, primarily with the live act and the running of the event over the weekend.
I will continue to run the bookings and DJ. We are agreed that here is not much wrong with the event that a little bit of tweaking and a lot of carefully-aimed promotion won’t cure. Changes will be minimal but there are a couple of developments concerning the Beachcomber site which will make the event even more attractive to the regulars, new blood and hopefully returnees.
We still have to iron out some specifics and it will be a month or so before the live act is announced so watch out for further news soon. Next week I will update on the new team and other relevant news.
In the meantime, we are happy to take bookings for the event. We will keep the prices at the same as the last fifteen or so years.
If you want to get your booking in now it’s the usual drill;
Weekender passes without accommodation -
£59 each or £20 deposit from
Ady Croasdell
Cheques payable to
6TS Weekenders
10 Hatfield House
108 Great Titchfield St
London
W1W 6SN

To pay by PayPal it’s £61 total or £20.75 deposit to ady.croasdell@btinternet.com
If you’re one of the lucky few regulars who get a caravan from us on site, it’ll be £95 each by cheque or £98.50 by PayPal; deposits same as above.
The deposit stage isn’t necessary unless you want to stagger the payments.
Hopefully we’ll be able to set up credit card payments and other modern ways of commerce that I failed to embrace so far; being an old git.
Many thanks for your continued support.
Ady; 6TS Weekenders
6Ts Rhythm and Soul Society | Welcome

By Mike in Event News · January 8, 20187 yr

News about a most recent release
(OSCD058) SOUL ON THE REAL SIDE #8
OUTTA SIGHT presents Soul On The Real Side #8. A special commemorative edition.
On 30th May, 2017, Francis Terry Thomas (aka Mr Tee) sadly passed away with his family at his bedside and “It Really Hurts Me Girl”, by The Carstairs, on the stereo. He kept the faith right up until the end. I had visited him in Worcester hospital just the previous day and news of his passing was a brutal reminder of how fleeting life can be. But, Mr Tee - Terry to some - Francis to me - made the most of life. He did seize the day, he did embrace every minute. He had a fascination for and extensive knowledge of art deco architecture, he was well read and a collector of books, antiques, objects d’art and popular culture. He was an active member of the local business community and a familiar figure in ALL of the charity shops where he displayed an uncanny Lovejoy-like knack for sniffing out a bargain!
Compiled here are just a few of the hundreds of songs earmarked for future Real Side compilations. Francis was particularly passionate about Nina Simone’s “Touching And Caring”, Salena Jones’ jazzy take on “Am I The Same Girl” and Sandra Wright’s magnificent “Midnight Affair” and “I Come Running Back”, forcing me to break with tradition and feature two songs by the same artist! Other favourite artists included here are Eugene Record, Sam Dees, Linda Jones and Major Lance. Francis was also keen to showcase an unreleased song sent to us earlier this year - “Standing Room Only” (trk 13) - a demo that had originally been intended for Ralph Carter. The final song on the set, by the Chairman Of The Board, was played at his funeral as we bid him farewell. I hope that I’ve done you proud my friend.
Track Listing
Eugene Record - Overdose Of Joy
Vivian Reed - Save Your Love For Me
Nina Simone - Touching And Caring
Salena Jones - Am I The Same Girl (Soulful Strut)
The Mob - I'd Like To See More Of You
Virgil Henry - You Ain't Sayin' Nothin' New
Carol Anderson - Sad Girl
Bobby Womack - How Could You Break My Heart
Sam Dees - Come Back Strong
The Carstairs - It Really Hurts Me Girl (Tom Moulton mix)
Jay And The Techniques - Number Onederful
Sandra Wright - Midnight Affair
Helene & The Brookside Orchestra - Standing Room Only
R B Hudmon - This Could Be The Night
Major Lance - How Can You Say Goodbye (To Someone Who's In Love With You)
Sandra Wright - I Come Running Back
Tony Borders - Promise To Myself
Big John Hamilton – Take This Hurt Off Me
Linda Jones - What've I Done (To Make You Mad)
Chairmen Of The Board - I'm On My Way To A Better Place
Above info/text via
https://www.ecwid.com/store/outtasight/#!/Real-Side-Records-Presents-SOUL-ON-THE-REAL-SIDE-8/p/97783334
Youtube Playlist

Juno Records Preview Player

Out now via usual suspects

By Mike in News Archives · January 7, 20187 yr

Remember when this little portable 45rpm vinyl player was essential equipment for us travelling Northern aficionados? Well, it's back! We have long believed that there is still a place for this brilliant little piece of 1960's technology and so we have bitten the bullet and commissioned a thousand units to be produced by an established manufacturer of retro record players. We have stayed true to the iconic design of the Discatron but have replaced all the internal components with modern technology, the most beneficial improvement being the sealed Lithium rechargeable battery along with an added mains lead, the old 1960's machines went through PP9 batteries at a rate of knots!
Where are we now?
We have a hand made working sample (see picture) which will allow us to test, test and test again - ensuring that we iron out any gremlins before full production commences although early opinion is that it is an extremely good first attempt and does everything that it should.
What next?
We have funded the project to this stage but will need to raise money to put the Discotron into full production, it is our intention to use a Crowd Funding source and we will be shooting the promotional video for that shortly. The retail cost of the new Discotron is still under discussion but will be realistic, we are trying to make it an affordable "must have".
Why tell us?
Well, we would love your opinion on what we are proposing, as the core type of customer we would welcome your thoughts, ideas, input and possibly expression of interest in purchasing one when they come on stream. We are not asking for money or firm commitment, just what you think about our idea.
So, if you get a minute to reply we would love to hear from you.
Cheers
Pete and Paddy.
PS. The original Discatron on the left is from 1966.
The new 2018 Discotron on the right is "naked" stainless steel at the moment but will be clothed in black, red or what do you suggest for a third colour?

By Guest Peter Johns in News Archives · January 4, 20187 yr

Gillespie & Co - Funky Getto / Papa's Getto ‎FNR-087
Follow up 7" single to the quickly sold out international floor filler SUNSHINE PEOPLE 45 on Detroit City's mighty FUNK NIGHT RECORDS.
Soon to be released. 500 copies...

By Soulfly in News Archives · January 4, 20187 yr

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) or future royalties to be collected on the re-release to them. If anyone has a connection, please email me:

laafter3@gmail.com

Louis D. Alfieri

By Mike in News Archives · January 3, 20187 yr

The local LA TV news did a headline story on this, what a shame....
https://www.opposingviews.com/i/society/crime/man-arrested-killing-elderly-woman

By Mikevague in News Archives · January 3, 20187 yr

Very bad news from the Muscle Shoals area ... Rick Hall died today in his home in Muscle Shoals. He was 85 years old and passed following a battle with cancer ....
http://www.timesdaily.com/news/local/shoals-music-pioneer-rick-hall-dies-at/article_99356b38-74c4-505c-a682-d22e511b7803.html
Guess he'll be directing the backing band in that big recording studio in the sky (@ 2am) in the near future ...

By Roburt in News Archives · January 3, 20187 yr

Just like to pass on to all on behalf of all here at Soul Source...
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!
Best wishes to all!
Daptone's Holiday Soul Party Playlist below

By Mike in News Archives · December 24, 20177 yr

The Chicago Sun Times Website has a lengthy interesting feature on Maya Lolita Julian (a member of the Chicago group known as “The Bronzettes”) who passed away last month. Full of background info you can find the link at the bottom of this news and have to say it's is well worth the walk over to the Chicago Sun Times Website
Their mother christened them. “I said, ‘We need a name for our group,’ ’’ Cookie Julian said, “and she sat and thought for a minute, and she said, ‘The Bronzettes!’ They weren’t connected to a Philadelphia group with the same name.
Maya Lolita Julian learned to sing in the Ida B. Wells highrises, according to her brother Michael.
In addition to “Temptation is Hard to Fight,” the Bronzettes recorded “Moments” and “(Beggin) Baby Don’t Leave Me.”
The group received early attention singing at an event hosted by famed deejay Herb Kent. They also appeared on “Soul Train” around 1970, Cookie Julian said.

George McGregor & The Bronzettes - Temptation is Hard to Fight
Full feature can be read via
https://chicago.suntimes.com/news/maya-julian-dies-did-bronzette-vocals-in-mad-men-the-deuce/

By Source Team in News Archives · December 23, 20177 yr

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 reach our target.
(Please feel free to move to front page news item - thanks).

By Simsy in News Archives · December 22, 20177 yr

News about a new ebook book now available by member Ben aka @ben summers
Looking for Romance (with Steve Davis)
‘Men profess to be lovers of music, but for the most part they give no evidence in their opinions and lives that they have heard it.’ Henry David Thoreau (poet, philosopher, abolitionist)
‘Music is the mediator between the spiritual and the sensual life.’ Beethoven (original soul boy)
Romance is on a quest. He wants to explore the wonders of soul music - and thereby the meaning of life - through his art. He has a seriously soulful idea: to make a documentary about looking for his soul idol, Romance Watson, singer of 'Where does that leave me' (Coral records, Chicago, 1965), and he wants snooker player and fellow soul-devotee Steve Davis to be involved. But Romance’s love life gets in the way, and the escapades of his soul friends – Spaghetti Weston, soul artist Thelonius Tripp and the deceased Demetrius Demetriou among them – serve to confuse as well as enlighten.
As Romance works on his fanciful film ideas, fellow soul devotee Thelonius Tripp works on his mediocre paintings of northern soul dancers. Romance’s friend, Spaghetti Weston grieves for his dead soul dog, and Demetrius Demetriou dies of cancer and, literally, takes some of his records to the grave with him, including, Romance believes, a rare test pressing of Where Does That Leave Me.
It's one young man's attempt to make sense of the holy trinity that is God, love and rare soul music. And it's what's in the grooves that counts.
Soul lives!

By Ben Summers in News Archives · December 21, 20177 yr

The 12th North Lancs Soul Festival weekend, taking place from 18th to 20th May 2018, is a celebration of Soul Music in all its genres brought to you by a feast of over 30 top national Soul DJ’s IN 3 ROOMS OVER 3 DAYS! We feature the most delicious flavours from the cool 60’s to the hot modern soul vibes of the current day and beyond. All eras - All genres.

PLUS FOR 2018 WE’RE BRINGING YOU THE LEGENDARY ARTHUR MILES!
This unique 3 day music festival takes place in the wonderful seaside resort of Morecambe in North Lancashire at Smokey O’Connors, our triple decker 3 roomed "Temple of Soul".
Whilst stocks last, discounted Early Bird Tickets to the 12th North Lancs Soul Festival are available priced at just £15 (with no booking fees!) but when they’re gone, Weekend passes will revert to full price of £20.
CLICK HERE for more information or to purchase tickets. Festival website: www.northlancssoulfestival.co.uk
Give The People What They Want vid 1.mp4
Arthur announce & weblink (vid) 2.mp4

By Mr Meadows in Event News · December 21, 20177 yr

Paul aka longtime member @Godzilla has passed on word all about a new real world record store that is now up and running up Scarborough way. Has passed on current store info along with hopes and dreams below sounds like a must drop in if/when round that way. Info from Paul...
The shop sells a mix of approximately 70% new stock and 30% second hand, both vinyl and CD. We aim to stock interesting items across all genres, as the shop has to service the general public, but there are always a few rotating crates of original soul/funk/R&B 45s as well as 50s and 60s UK label singles and there are two decks with headphones to listen to them.

We also stock CDs and vinyl from the likes of Kent, Ace, BGP, Outtasite and specialist reggae labels and we carry a good range of music memorabilia/gift items with the focus on 60s/mod related material. We never know what's coming in next in respect of used vinyl, and have already acquired a couple of soul and punk 45 collections.
In 2018 a second sales floor will be open upstairs, where, in addition to more music to browse and another listening station, we'll be serving posh coffee and biscuits. Everyone who works in the shop is music mad - as are our customers - so although we need to sell records, hanging, meeting, chatting and chilling in the shop is very much encouraged!

Physical opening hours are Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 - 17:00. We'll probably open additional hours in summer.
Record Revivals, 6 Northway Scarborough YO11 1JL.
Phone 01723 351983.
Email info@recordrevivals.co.uk Facebook: Record Revivals
The website is http://www.recordrevivals.co.uk - at present, it's a holding page but in the new year there will be a functioning website with cart system for online shopping.

By Godzilla in News Archives · December 20, 20177 yr

Hi Gang
Lee Jeffries here and yes we have written a new track (not a cover LOL)
So im asking all you soul boys and gals to write me some words and recommend a singer.
Winner will get credit on label and 50 copys of the record and to come and record it live in my studios
So calling all Djs and collectors worldwide have your say !
Mick H your got any lyrics for this one !!! I know you love my work ;)
Lee Jeffries X
PM ME GUYS AND GALS
Sonic Wax Need Words - 19:12:2017, 18.00.mp3

By perux in News Archives · December 19, 20177 yr

An interesting release curated by the team behind Joe Boy and Outta Sight records. This just released 3 cd box set focuses on a place which played an important part in the northern soul scenes evolvement and history... Mr M''s
Blurb
This is the first ever Northern Soul compilation devoted to the Wigan Casino’s iconic “oldies” room — Mr M’s – featuring 100% oldies chosen by the original resident DJs.
Includes 50 classic Northern soul sounds by some of the greatest names on record as well as new-to-CD and rarely seen tracks such as ‘Country Road’ by High Voltage, ‘Everybody Dance Now’ by Little Caesar & The Empire, ‘Poor Dog’ by Little Richard, ‘Green Door’ by Wynder K. Frog, the original GM Records U.S. version of ‘Compared To What’ by Mr. Floods Party and the popular UK-only single ‘Game Players’ by Dooley Silverspoon (direct from the master tapes for the first time).
Includes a bonus disc featuring an exclusive interview with original Wigan Casino and Mr M’s DJ Dave Evison, capturing the spirit of Mr M’s with personal memories of the place, the era and the music.
Mr M’s also boasts a 36-page booklet tracing the history of the club, the DJs and the tracks played, packed with photographs and rare memorabilia and features the first and last records ever played at the venue: respectively, ‘Hey Sah-Lo-Nay’ by Mickey Lee Lane and ‘The Night’ by Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.

Track listing

MR M's DJs CHOICE
1. HEY SAH-LO-NAY – Mickey Lee Lane
2. POLK SALAD ANNIE – Tony Joe White
3. (I LOVE HER SO MUCH) IT HURTS ME - The Majestics
4. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE – Bobby Hebb
5. OUR LOVE WILL GROW – The Showmen
6. A TOUCH OF VELVET-A STING OF BRASS - The Mood Mosaic
7. HOPE WE HAVE – The Artistics
8. GREEN DOOR - Wynder K.Frog
9. THERE WAS A TIME – Gene Chandler
10. IT'S BETTER TO HAVE (AND DON'T NEED) - Don Covay
11. GAME PLAYERS – Dooley Silverspoon
12. I NEED YOU - Shane Martin
13. YOU DON'T LOVE ME ANYMORE - Johnny Caswell
14. FREE FOR ALL (WINNER TAKES ALL) - Phillip Mitchell
15. BARI TRACK (INSTRUMENTAL) - Doni Burdick
16. BABY BOY - Fred Hughes
17. THEY'LL NEVER KNOW WHY - Freddie Chavez
18. SHOW ME - Joe Tex
19. COUNTRY ROAD - High Voltage
20. TIGHTROPE - Inez & Charlie Foxx
21. FOLLOW YOUR HEART – Bunny Sigler
22. QUICK CHANGE ARTIST - Soul Twins
23. GET IT BABY - Stanley Mitchell
24. MR. CREATOR - The Apollas
25. THE NIGHT – Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
MR M's PEOPLE'S CHOICE
1. EVERYBODY DANCE NOW – Little Caesar & The Empire
2. DEVIL WITH A BLUE DRESS ON/GOOD GOLLY MISS MOLLY - Mitch Ryder & The Detroit Wheels
3. C'MON AND SWIM – Bobby Freeman
4. WANTING YOU - Jimmy Bee
5. THAT'S WHAT I WANT TO KNOW - James Carr
6. TAKE A LETTER MARIA (INSTR.) - Boots Randolph
7. SWEET, SWEET LOVIN' – The Platters
8. LET LOVE COME BETWEEN US - James & Bobby Purify
9. AIN’T NO SOUL (LEFT IN THESE OLD SHOES) - Ronnie Milsap
10. SOCK IT TO 'EM J.B. - PART 1 - Rex Garvin (And The Mighty Cravers)
11. STRANGE CHANGE - Herb Ward
12. YOU LIE SO WELL - Marie Knight
13. BAR-B-Q - Wendy Rene
14. POOR DOG (WHO CAN'T WAG HIS OWN TAIL) - Little Richard
15. PHILLY DOG - Herbie Mann
16. A QUITTER NEVER WINS - Larry Williams & Johnny Watson
17. SLOW FIZZ – The Sapphires
18. JUST SAY YOU’RE WANTED (AND NEEDED) - Gwen Owens
19. PUT THAT WOMAN DOWN – John Leach
20. YOU'RE GONNA MAKE ME LOVE YOU - Sandi Sheldon
21. CAUSE YOU'RE MINE – The Vibrations
22. COMPARED TO WHAT (ORIGINAL GM VERSION) - Mr Floods Party
23. K-JEE (SHORT VERSION) – The Nite-Liters
24. KEEP ON KEEPING ON – N.F. Porter
25. HOW LONG – J.J. Barnes
MEMORIES OF MR M’S – AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVE EVISON
INCLUDES:
1. HEY SA LOH NEY – Mickey Lee Lane
2. OUR LOVE WILL GROW – The Showmen
3. A TOUCH OF VELVET-A STING OF BRASS - Mood Mosaic
4. BARI TRACK - Doni Burdick
5. JUST SAY YOU’RE WANTED (AND NEEDED) - Gwen Owens
6. HOW LONG – J.J. Barnes
7. GREEN DOOR - Wynder K. Frog
8. COMPARED TO WHAT – Mr Floods Party
9. FORTUNE TELLER – Benny Spellman
10. COMIN’ HOME

More info and sales via
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By Mike in News Archives · December 17, 20177 yr

Recently had word from Kent Records about the release of two new vinyl LPs, both featuring two familiar names...

The Money Masters - Bettye Swann
A vinyl album featuring 14 of her finest sides for Money Records of Los Angeles.
Side 1
1.     Make Me Yours (2:59)
2.     You Gave Me Love (2:44)
3.     Lonely Love (2:09)
4.     The Dance Is Over (2:06)
5.     Fall In Love With Me (2:52)
6.     I Will Not Cry (2:53)
7.     A Chance Is Gonna Come (4:00)

Side 2
1.     I Think I'm Falling In Love (2:02)
2.     Don't Take My Mind (2:28)
3.     The Man That Said No (2:20)
4.     What Can It Be (2:28)
5.     The Heartache Is Gone (2:24)
6.     Don't Wait Too Long (2:41)
7.     Our Love (2:54)
more info via  https://acerecords.co.uk/the-money-masters

The Best Of James Carr
A 14-track vinyl album by the man regarded by many as the greatest-ever soul singer.
Side 1
1."The Dark End Of The Street (2:32)
2. Love Attack (2:54)
3. Freedom Train (2:18)
4. Pouring Water On A Drowning Man (2:40)
5. A Lucky Loser (2:06)
6. You Hurt So Good (1:58)
7. Let's Face Facts (2:24)
Side 2
1. You've Got My Mind Messed Up (2:22)
2. A Man Needs A Woman (2:48)
3. To Love Somebody (3:18)
4. I'm A Fool For You (1:59)
5. Your Love Made A U-Turn (2:13)
6. I Don't Wan To Be Hurt Anymore (2:22)
7. Let It Happen (2:38)
more info via https://acerecords.co.uk/the-best-of

By Mike in News Archives · December 16, 20177 yr

Record Kicks proudly present "Funk Sides", the new compilation featuring 14 deep funk cuts taken from the label's vaults, out today in every digital store.
Under its motto "The explosive sound from Today's scene", Milan-based independent label Record Kicks, together with similar outfits like Daptone, Jazzman, Freestyle or Timmion Records, has been pitching the so-called "Deep Funk" scene for 14 years. After the previous instalment "Soul Sides" here's "Funk Sides" another irresistibly infectious compilation made of 14 heavy funk pearls from the Record Kicks vaults. Featuring tracks from Marta Ren & The Groovelvets, The Liberators, Hannah Williams & The Affirmations, Dojo Cuts, Martha High & Osaka Monaurail, Calibro 35 and many more. Play it loud!
Listing:
1. Marta Ren & The Groovelvets - 2 Kinds Of Men 04:05
2. Floyd Lawson - Roof Top Sugar 03:18
3. Martha High - Unwind Yourself 03:43
4. The Tibbs - Suffocated 03:58
5. Trio Valore - #LiarsAndCheaters 03:52
6. The Liberators - Water Somewhere (feat. Roxie Ray) 03:20
7. Baby Charles - Invisible 04:38
8. Il Complesso Di Tadà - Movimentato 05:50
9. Early Clover & The Georgia Soul Drifters - Freedom 02:23
10. Hannah Williams & The Affirmations - Still In My Head 08:28
11. Calibro 35 - You Filthy Bastards! 02:59
12. Dojo Cuts - Easy To Come Home (feat. Roxie Ray) 03:33
13. Third Coast Kings - Cop It Proper 04:00
14. Tanika Charles - Endless Chain 03:49
CAT. NUMBER: RKDIGI043
LABEL: Record Kicks
TITLE: VA – Record Kicks Funk Sides
ARTIST: VVAA
RELEASE: Digital
(P) & (C): 2017 Record Kicks
http://www.recordkicks.com/

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By Mike in News Archives · December 15, 20177 yr

Press Release: Various We Got A Sweet Thing Going On Volume 3 SJCD 5014
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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)/Gotta Find A New Love” they are joined by fellow Georgian Robert Montgomery (check out his two recent Soul Junction 45’s) with his previously unissued recording “Love Song About You”.

The City of Brotherly Love is heavily represented in this compilation with acts such as The Toppiks with both sides of their desirable Larsam 45 “Give It A Chance To Grow/Surrender” and their previously unissued track “Win All Your Love” a recent release on a Soul Junction 45 (SJ1009) as the flip to The Cooperettes version of the same song, a double dose of Philly soul heaven.
One side of Bobby Banks solitary Gil label release “Read It And Weep” is followed by Music Machines unissued sweet soul gem “Imitation Of Life”, originally recorded as the flipside to their Red Coach label outing “By The Hair On My Chinny Chin Chin” then inexplicably dropped in favour of an instrumental version of “Chinny Chin Chin”!

The sound of Philadelphia continues through The Delagates Of Soul’s emotionally charged “Lucky Guy I Am”, The Four Thoughts “Plain As The Nose”, The Coalitions “Nothin’ Left 2 Do” and the all girl group The Jonesetts Cougar records double sider “Once I Had A Love/Stop Look Listen” With older sister Karin Jones later going on to record the respected solo album “Under The Influence Of Love” (Handshake Records).

Chicago group The Flairs are featured with their recently reactivated mid tempo dance floor favourite “You Got To Steal It” the flipside of their Rap 45 “Where You Live” is also included a great song that needed to come out of the shadows of it’s more illustrious A-side.

Detroit outfit The Holidays are represented through two of their own productions the uplifting dancer “I’m So Glad (That I Met You)” and their, oh so soulful “This Is Love (A Little Understanding)”.

The final act featured is Cleveland Ohio’s The Donations with their mellifluous “I’m Going To Treat You Good” a group that later became World War III who recorded the currently very apt “If The Bomb Falls Were All Going Together” !

For further information please contact Soul Junction at:
Tel: +44 (0) 121 602 8115 or E-mail: sales@souljunctionrecords.co.uk
To buy go to http://souljunctionrecords.co.uk/SJCD5014.html or to the usual stockists.

By Chalky in News Archives · December 10, 20177 yr

Have had word of this event being held in support of this fine cause passed on via Simon C aka @ImberBoy
Northern Soul For Blesma Committee presents The Irish Club Nottingham Allnighter
For Blesma The Limbless Veterans charity
Saturday 24th February
The Irish Club
4 Wilford Street
Nottingham
NG2 1AA
Soul Music 9pm -6am
Bar till 8am
Doors open at 9pm
£12 on the door - all Djs have donated their fees and expenses to Blesma
Simons aka @ImberBoywords...

Please give it up to Brent Howarth and Mick H and all at Team Quality of Soul - what you guys are doing is mind blowing and will make a real and measurable impact on some Veterans who have lost limbs whilst serving our Nation, the DJ's who have volunteered their time and effort to spin for free with no expensiveness for this project promises to give us all a superb and very special Allnighter, sadly two of my close friends lost limbs during their service and BLESMA The Limbless Veterans charity is vital, thank you X ❤️

Massive thank you, Jordan Wilson, for the electronic flyer, John Vincent has donated the publishing and production of the paper flyer which will also be a keep sake of this fantastic project, the DJ’s are all donating their sets free and we hope to raise awareness and much needed money for BLESMA The Limbless Veterans

Blesma Website
https://blesma.org/
Event Guide Entry Link
https://www.soul-source.co.uk/calendar/event/53885-northern-soul-for-blesma-allnighter-irish-club-nottingham/

By Mike in News Archives · December 7, 20177 yr

Get yourself organised now with the latest dynamic list of soul allnighters over the xmas period....

Dec 16 Swinton Palais Christmas Cracker All NIGHTER 5 Manchester Sat 16 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 23 Boat club Nottm Nottingham Sat 23 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 26 NEW CENTURY SOUL @BURY TOWN HALL 1 Tue 26 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 30 Super Soul Allnighter sat 30th dec 2017 London, Dalston London Sat 30 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 31 Steppin' Out NYE Allnighter 9pm-5am London N16 Sun 31 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 31 CANCELLED! THE SOUTHPORT ALL NIGHTER (NEW YEARS EVE) 1 Southport Sun 31 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 31 Burscough British Legion Soul and R&B Night 2 Burscough Sun 31 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 31 The Night Owl NYE Northern Soul, Mod & Motown Allnighter Birmingham Sun 31 Dec 2017 Allnighters Dec 31 KINGS HALL STOKE- 21 years! Sun 31 Dec 2017 Allnighters
Updated - 13 December! - Tssi list is a fixed highlight list, check the link out below for the most current up todate version
As always the Soul Source Event Guide has the latest and the most informative stand up independent soul Allnighter list going
In the guide you can find event details, reviews, comments, maps, street views, directions, reminders,
Comments and reviews open to all soul music types to read and post
Link to the soul allnighter section...
https://www.soul-source.co.uk/calendar/8-allnighters/

By Mike in News Archives · December 6, 20177 yr

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 in a poly bag, the tracks are directly from the studio master tapes and sound sublime, this take is far cleaner sounding than the Toddlin' Town 45 release, to pre reserve a copy please PM here or email bicknellmark@aol.com £50.00 each plus £3.00 UK post and £5.00 Rest Of The World, this will be available shortly after Christmas early to mid January, The Inspirations SOLD OUT and half the stock of Jimmie have been pre reserved already.
BULL AND THE MATADORS - A PART OF MY LIFE B/W MY BABE - BIGMAN RECORDS BMR 1001 will be available the week of the 18th December all being well, the buzz on this record has been incredible, stunning crossover double header which has certainly caught the imagination of the soul scene, pre reserves have been off the scale on this one which is fantastic, to pre reserve PM here or email bicknellmark@aol.com DEMO £25.00 AND £15.00 FOR AN ISSUE, plus £3.00 UK post and £5.00 Rest Of The World.
We would just ;like to thank everyone who has supported the labels throughout 2017, have a One-derful Christmas and a Mar-v-lus Soulful 2018
SOUND CLIPS HERE FOR BULL AND THE MATADORS.
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By Mark Bicknell in News Archives · December 6, 20177 yr

Northern Soul Connections #12 - 12 Days Of Christmas - December 2017
Northern Soul Connections #12 and it's a rather apt northern connection, being it's the 12th one and the Christmas time one...
Before you view, just a quick word to let you know that Kev has said...
This will be my LAST REGULAR MONTHLY connections. I will, however, continue to post #13, etc, when I get “an itch” or some of the ongoing research I have develops better.
Hopefully, it won't be too long before we all get another northern soul connection, but I would like to ask anyone who has enjoyed this series to show their appreciation via 'upping 'the post or adding a comment -mike
Onto #12

12 Days Of Christmas...

you can view all of Kevs 12 Northern soul Connections via this link
Hit here to view all Kevs Northern Soul connections
and as said while this is the last in the regular series hopefully it won't be too long till we will all read another, many thanks Ken

Connections

By Kenb in Articles · December 5, 20177 yr

The last month of the year and so it's the last but one ebay soul auction highlights of 2017, a good year for the...
Soul Record Auctions - Recent Completed Auctions [sorted by value]
http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mlq3CQU2xxJtT2C1vwmBdVw/140.jpg The Ravins Your Love Is What I Want Demoristic Orig $4000.00 ended 02 Nov http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mVyVPlgVr9zcSkcMZ1-ejvw/140.jpg Ernestine Eady Let S Talk It Over On Phil-la Of Soul Ul.. $3616.66 ended 21 Nov http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mdQQY-SAhC-rzM6ulUJMBLw/140.jpg Disco Funk Rap 12 Mr Magic-be Bop Convention Ep Tri S.. $2666.00 ended 30 Nov http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/m4Vnifk4BmQxHxJV1BY8y-Q/140.jpg Ellipsis On Briarmeade People Modern 70s Funk Vg .. $2247.22 ended 02 Nov http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mSoa_JmzMqVdQtTjDdwdYDw/140.jpg Sweet Soul Charles E Smith Come And See Me Preview Hear $1625.00 ended 20 Nov http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mO_HKQTDbpREN0jWA0wPuQg/140.jpg Just Us - We Ve Got A Good Thing Goin - Vincent Vr 132.. $1600.00 ended 05 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mEwlsjUvIH-eLGk7iaA-v4A/140.jpg 45 King Got Soul Eric B Rakim Remix Famous Shit 900 .. $1583.00 ended 12 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/m7NFkzFOFSzdf12-zDVoPdA/140.jpg Kelenkye Band Moving World Afro Funk Holy Grail Origina.. $1510.94 ended 19 Nov http://thumbs3.ebaystatic.com/m/mswsmk6JF5W-z8-tEWNxn2A/140.jpg Geraldo Pino His Heart Beat Afro Soco Soul Live Lp 19.. $1300.50 ended 11 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mryf1jujxI37lfvbqQKAF1A/140.jpg Orville Wood - You Ll Lose A Good Man Soul Sufferer .. $1275.00 ended 01 Nov http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mPDYprMz04aM86FMecuR2Hw/140.jpg Soul Bros Inc Pyramid Us Golden Eye Vinylnm- Monster .. $1275.00 ended 16 Nov http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/m6MBVK2c32bkv0tQL8Bck_Q/140.jpg The Devotions Can You Explain It Do Do De Dop Promo N.. $1253.66 ended 08 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mqdvSVokGNOzeeHNbBJmaYw/140.jpg Joey Irving - What Happened - Vincent Vr 130 - Illin.. $1251.56 ended 06 Nov http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/m4IhEhiOWP4TZ2bkXMlZXDg/140.jpg Funk Soul Boogie Private Bay Area Isabr M If I Had You .. $1225.00 ended 12 Nov http://thumbs4.ebaystatic.com/m/mxzkmoD_1SrXK2php7R_ZSQ/140.jpg Blinky And Edwin Starr Uk Demo Promo Only Motown Tm.. $1133.20 ended 12 Nov http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/m2SDTP7t2dnGXVaCLxKpXUA/140.jpg Little Joe Cook Doodle Pickle I M Falling In Love 196.. $1125.00 ended 05 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mrzPwPnnJiWWnSltY8FZPOQ/140.jpg Curtis Lee Is She In Your Town Mira Vg Promo Hear $1125.00 ended 19 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/mjkxI_tgajLXGwZLw8T0lnA/140.jpg Mike Pedicin - Burnt Toast And Black Coffee - Rnb $1106.22 ended 21 Nov http://thumbs1.ebaystatic.com/m/mMFRpXf4mvEoUTWFncJvDFQ/140.jpg Four Tracks On Mandingo Like My Love For You Ex C.. $1025.00 ended 02 Nov http://thumbs2.ebaystatic.com/m/m5tWk1ijP133dsT4fJpanXw/140.jpg Bendel Volume 50 Iyeye Ma Ni Iye Mega Massive Afro Funk.. $1025.00 ended 19 Nov

By Mike in News Archives · December 4, 20177 yr

Twenty Feet from Stardom
Tonight Monday 4th December 11.15 Film Four.
I missed this on its release and have waited a long time to see it.
Morgan Neville’s 2014 Academy award wining documentary following the lives of female backing singers for leading rock artists includes Mary Clayton , Judith Hill and Darlene Love. It also features Patti Austin, Gloria Jones , Stevie Wonder. and Luther Vandross.
Great quote from backing singer Judith Hill “ When you are a backing singer it can be a springboard but it can easily become a quicksand if thats not what you want to do” .
Former backing singers who are not featured include:
Witney Houston, Mary J Blige . John Legend . Angie Stone, PP Arnold. Chaka Khan, Lou Rawls.
No doubt you’ll be able to add to the list. I guess there is a whole conversation to be had about rock music drawing on Black ..predominantly female singers. Over to you..

By Coolnotes in News Archives · December 4, 20177 yr

Detroit A Go Go, 2017 Produced by Kimberly and Phil Dick.
30 recording artists and group performs over four nights in Detroit.
You may review all images from David Clements Productions.com
248-543-2596
email
david@davidclementsproductions.com
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By Guest in News Archives · December 3, 20177 yr

BIG CROWN TOUR DATES
LEE FIELDS & THE EXPRESSIONS

December 7: Lee Fields & The Expressions - Dublin, Ireland
December 8: Lee Fields & The Expressions - Dublin, Ireland
December 9: Lee Fields & The Expressions - Dublin, Ireland
December 16: Lee Fields & The Expressions w/ The Shacks - Brooklyn, New York
December 15: Lee Fields & The Expressions w/ The Shacks - Brooklyn, New York
December 16: Lee Fields & The Expressions w/ The Shacks - Brooklyn, New York
January 23: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Glasgow Oran Mor, United Kingdom
January 24: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Manchester Gorilla, United Kingdom
January 25: Lee Fields & The Expressions – London Electric Ballroom, United Kingdom
January 27: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Paris L'Olympia, France
January 28: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Sélestat Les Tanzmatten, France
January 30: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Angers Le Chabada, France
February 1: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Besançon La Rodia, France
February 2: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Lyon Le Toboggan, France
February 3: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Istres L'Usine , France
February 6: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Brussels Orangerie (at Botanique), Belgium
February 8: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Nijmegen Doornroosje, Netherlands
February 9: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Rotterdam BIRD, Netherlands
February 10: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Haarlem Patronaat, Netherlands
February 11: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Groningen De Oosterpoort, Netherlands
February 13: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Poitiers Le Confort Moderne, France
February 15: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Orléans L'Astrolabe, France
February 16: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Saint-Malo Nouvelle Vague, France
February 17: Lee Fields & The Expressions – Brest La Carène, France

LADY WRAY

January 25: Lady Wray w/ Lee Fields & The Expressions – London Electric Ballroom, United Kingdom
January 27: Lady Wray w/ Lee Fields & The Expressions – Paris L'Olympia, France
More info via

https://www.soul-source.co.uk/calendar/11-live-events/

By Mike in Event News · November 30, 20177 yr

After an almost 3 year gap we now have volume 6 of this series out on the streets. The tagline of 'high-quality dance records from across the Northern Soul spectrum – floor-fillers, chin-strokers, the esoteric and the sometimes obvious' gives the game away and if still need convincing you can listen and read just what Northern Soul's Classiest Rarities means below...
Preview Album Via Juno Records Player

Company Blurb from @ady croasdell
It’s nearly three years since the last volume of this respected series. The eye-opener on this new collection will be the previously unissued version of ‘I Only Cry Once A Day Now’, a superb Gene Page arrangement treasured by the Puffs on Doré but performed here by the mighty Fidels. Fellow Los Angeles vocal group the Hyperions contribute the catchy and exciting ‘Why You Wanna Treat Me The Way You Do’, and the Lon-Genes’ rare single ‘Dream Girl’ gives further kudos to that city’s soul reputation. Difosco (aka Dee Ervin) recorded the ebullient ‘Sunshine Love’ for another Los Angeles imprint, Earthquake, and its standing among collector’s continues to grow, while we finally put out the correct brass-filled version of Peggy Woods’ great mid-80s discovery ‘Love Is Gonna Get You’ for the first time on CD.
Much-travelled soul ambassador Sidney Barnes has licensed us his super-rare production of ‘I Wanted To Tell You’ by Little Nicky Soul and later under-the-radar creations on Andre Scott and Jean Carter. He has also added substantially to the booklet notes in an illuminating and entertaining manner. Sid’s Detroit production partner, soon-to-be superstar George Clinton, offers up ‘You Won’t Say Nothing’ by Tamala Lewis, one of the earliest works from his New Jersey days. That disc eventually became a Northern Soul classic, as did Jackie Day’s ‘Naughty Boy’, Johnnie Taylor’s ‘Friday Night’ and Betty Turner’s ‘The Winds Kept Laughing’. An even more established gem is given an interesting twist in a newly acquired early version of Maxine Brown’s ‘One In A Million’; the subtle differences make it an aural thrill.
The Just Productions tapes have turned up an earlier version of Jack Ashford’s ‘I’ll Fly To Your Open Arms’, called simply ‘I Can Fly’, by great vocal group the Magnificents. The Detroit Emeralds’ LP-only ‘Long Live The King’ is finding favour with soul fans recently and sounds vibrant here. More Detroit quality comes via a recent tape discovery from O.C. Tolbert, whose distinctive vocals give Dave Hamilton’s ‘(Marriage Is Only) A State Of Mind’ a soulful twist. There are two majestic big beat ballads from the vaults of Los Angeles arranger Jack Nitzsche: Nooney Rickett’s unissued ‘Sad Tomorrows’ and Daniel A Stone’s terrific take on ‘Young Boy Blues’. Jock Mitchell’s moody and mysterious ‘Nomad Woman’ fits snugly between the pair. Two excellent early soul rarities come from Chicago soul stalwarts the Vows and the Kittens, while it’s over to Memphis for a pretty Carla Thomas recording (unreleased until 1992) called ‘Little Boy’, the perfect ender to this collection of treasures.
ADY CROASDELL
https://acerecords.co.uk/northern-souls-classiest-rarities-volume-6
Track Listing
1.   Peggy Woods - "Love Is Gonna Get You"
2.   Tamala Lewis - "You Won't Say Nothing"
3.   The Fidels - "I Only Cry Once A Day Now"
4.   Johnnie Taylor - "Friday Night"
5.   Betty Everett - "I Got To Tell Somebody"
6.   The Magnificents - "I Can Fly"
7.   The Hyperions - "Why You Wanna Treat Me The Way You Do"
8.   Difosco - "Sunshine Love"
9.   Little Nicky Soul - "I Wanted To Tell You"
10.   Daniela Stone - "Young Boy Blues"
11.   Jock Mitchell - "Nomad Woman" (with The Fabulous Agents)
12.   Nooney Rickett - "Sad Tomorrows"
13.   The Kittens - "Wait A Minute (You're Getting Careless With My Heart)"
14.   Maxine Brown - "One In A Million"
15.   Jackie Day - "Naughty Boy"
16.   Betty Turner & The Chevelles - "The Winds Kept Laughing"
17.   The Vows - "Lost In A City"
18.   JJ Barnes - "Poor-Unfortunate-Me (I Ain't Got Nobody)"
19.   Andre Scott - "Cry In The Arms Of Another Love" (with Jessie, Otis & Shotgun)
20.   The Detroit Emeralds - "Long Live The King"
21.   Jean Carter - "Love Hangover"
22.   OC Tolbert - "(Marriage Is Only) A State Of Mind"
23.   The Lon-Genes - "Dream Girl"
24.   Carla Thomas - "Little Boy"

By Mike in News Archives · November 28, 20177 yr

Interesting pre-release news from Daptone on another 'collaboration between 2017 The Inversions and 1971 Bob and Gene
Bob & Gene ft. The Inversions - It's Not What You Know (It's Who You Know)
Here are... the blurb and track
Producer Victor “Ticklah” Axelrod is back with another supple Reggae delight. After the success of The Inversions' last collaboration with Bob & Gene, Axelrod once again takes a seat in the Producer’s chair, this time with a tune a little deeper in the catalogue. Originally tweezed from the beautiful MO DO tape boondoggle, back in ‘05 - ‘06, this single has been a long-time favorite of the Daptone family.
One night in 1971, frustrated by their lack of the success, Bobby Nunn and Gene Coplin sat in the basement of 50 Orange Street and put together a record expressing said frustration. Equipped with only a guitar, bass, and piano - no drums (though you don’t even notice) - the two crafted an immaculate slice of Soul, aptly titled “It’s Not What You Know (It’s Who You Know)”.
Fast forward 46 years, and now accompanied by the rocksteady rhythms of The Inversions - the vocal stylings and poignant lyrics are reborn, sounding as fresh today as it did when it was crafted down in that magical basement. The VERSION flip is a delay laden masterpiece produced and arranged by Axelrod. A must for fans of Dub and Reggae alike. A truly gorgeous record!

Pre -order now
https://shopdaptonerecords.com/collections/featured-items/products/its-not-what-you-know-its-who-you-know-b-w-version
due out soon

By Mike in News Archives · November 27, 20177 yr

Out early next year is a new book from Easy of The Eye books is a work called " Boom Boom Boom Boom ".
It focuses on the work and pictures of Brian Smith, who documented most of the events and nights of the Twisted Wheel.
Looks like its going to be a great read and of course will have some spectacular pictures thanks to the man himself.
https://easyontheeyebooks.wordpress.com/forthcoming/boom-boom-boom-boom/

By Stevegods in News Archives · November 22, 20177 yr

Word from Hayley Records concerning their latest 45 releases...

HAYLEY RECORDS FINDS GOLD ... AGAIN!
New releases from BOBBY SHEPPARD, JIMMY DELPHS, JIMMY GILFORD and JIMMY SCRUGGS and a smoking BAND TRACK from the Funk Brothers are now for sale worldwide.

Hayley Records is proud to announce the release of two sparkling soul smashes that have never been available before.
JIMMY DELPHS The flip side b/w BAND TRACK Don't tell me maybe HR 023
HR 023 A Side.
JIMMY DELPHS 'The flip side' was only ever seen publically as a battered Atlantic acetate rescued from eternal anonymity by an eagle eyed record store owner in a suburb of Detroit. It was produced by the legendary Ollie McLaughlin in conjunction with arranger Mike Terry and was scheduled for release on one of his labels – probably either Carla or Karen with distribution and promotion from Atlantic Records.
Recorded at United Sound Systems with the cream of Detroit's session musicians, 'The flip side' oozes a soulful vocal delivery over a typically tight rhythm and horn section with delightful female vocal accompaniment from Pat and Diane Lewis. Why it was never released remains a mystery.
HR 023 B Side.
BAND TRACK 'Don't tell me maybe' is released under it's original title, as identified by sound engineer Danny Dallas in the count in, but is easily recognisable as the backing track to The Capitols 'Don't say maybe baby' which gained a release on Karen Records in 1967. Led by drummer extrordinaire George McGregor and Bob Babbitt's killer bass, the tune fair stomps along with timely contributions from Detroit Symphony Orchestra and two separate sax. solos from Eli Fontaine. Ollie McLaughlin produced the session, with Mike Terry arranging, at United Sound Systems. Best played VERY LOUD!

BOBBY SHEPPARD Surely b/w GILFORD & SCRUGGS Don't let me lose it. HR 024
HR 024 A side
BOBBY SHEPPARD 'Surely'.
Another unreleased Detroit gem from out of left field and, to date, the only recording by the elusive Mr. Sheppard, who is rumoured to be Detroit native Bobby Williams, whilst he was under contract to Sure-Shot Records of Texas, and therefore unable to identify himself. An all-star cast of Detroit musicians provide a sumtuous backing track beginning with Eddie Willis's guitar and Jack Brokensha's vibes introducing Sheppard's impassioned vocals. Interesting to see the involvement of famed Funk Brother Eddie Willis as arranger and co producer, with Don Davis, on a rare foray outside his usual playing duties.
HR 024 B side
JIMMY GILFORD & JIMMY SCRUGGS 'Don't let me lose it'.
A scintillating United Sound session, again featuring Detroit's finest session men and two of the city's lesser known talents. Jimmy Gilford is better known for his recordings at Thelma, Solid Hit and Wheelsville whereas Jimmy Scruggs is making his debut on vinyl. They work superbly together creating a truly atmospheric slab of Detroit soul reminiscent of some of the best R&B duos. Recorded at United Sound Systems. Produced by Don Davis.

more info/purchase via
http://www.hayleyrecords.co.uk/
@Rob Moss

By Mike in News Archives · November 21, 20177 yr

New Timmion Records 45 and Digital release.
Out on their Stylart imprint
Tell Me That You Love Me by Jonny Benavidez and Cold Diamond & Mink
This next chapter of Timmion's talent scouting in the US will land home with the Purple Heart of Soul, and turn even the coldest of us to the love side. No prisoners taken. It's time for Jonny Benavidez to lay his falsetto over the ever smooth backing of Cold Diamond & Mink. With the sweet as candy mid-pacer "Tell Me That You Love Me" he should go the whole mile.
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Those, who have an insatiable thirst for crossover soul sounds by groups such as The Commands and TSU Toronadoes, should snatch up this piece of wax without haste. Texas made and California raised, Jonny has polished his teeth for years in doo wop groups and sung backing harmonies for big names such as Archie Bell and Eugene Pitt from The Jive Five. Currently residing in Austin, Texas he's forming and coating even more sweet treats for Timmion.
It might not break the charts, but for some with the proper ear for beauty, this will undoubtedly be the new soul record of the year. Have a listen, if you are one of those privileged people.
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released November 10, 2017
https://timmionrecords.bandcamp.com/album/tell-me-that-you-love-me

By Mike in News Archives · November 20, 20177 yr

Press Release: The Holidays “You Make Me Weak/I’m So Glad (That I Met You) SJ539
Release Date: Monday November 20th 2017

There were several groups within the Detroit music scene that shared the name of ‘The Holidays’. From the 1950’s through to the late 1960’s our version of The Holidays who took their name from a group members car, a 1954 Oldsmobile ‘Holiday’, would record for the Star-x, Markie, Master and Holiday record Labels. Founding member James Holiday would also briefly pursue a solo career with releases on the Markie, Syco and Blue Rock labels respectively.

In 1969 James joined by his brother Jack, a baritone saxophonist and the former leader of the band within influential Detroit DJ ‘Frantic’ Ernie Durham’s legendary Gold Room at the 20 Grand Theatre. The brothers together, with Maurice White and former Contours member Joe Billingslea formed ‘The New Holidays’ who recorded the ‘Popcorn’ Wylie produced song “Maybe So, Maybe No” (Soul Hawk 1008). This current in demand 45 featured “If I Only Knew” on the flipside, an excellent cover version of a previous Jimmy (Soul) Clark recording “If I Only Knew Then (What I Know Now)” This was recorded at a later session to “Maybe So, Maybe No” and featured a slightly different line up with Joe Billingslea making way for a youthful Elliot Smith.

By 1972 The Holidays found themselves without a label, so they formed their own, Marathon Records. Their initial release was the excellent double sider “I’m So Glad (That I Met You)/Too Many Times” (Marathon 257). Both songs were written by James Holland and Sylvester Potts another former member of the Motown group ‘The Contours’ and were recorded under the artist name of ‘The Fabulous Holidays.
Into 1973 and their next release was the soulful ballad “Getting Kind Of Serious” (Marathon 18475) a Fritz Hale and Fredrick Charles Hawkins composition backed with an instrumental version. Followed by “Ego Tripping” (Marathon 18475) an upbeat funky little mover backed with the ballad “Lazy Day” written by James Holland, Anthony Hawkins and Fritz Hale.”
During 1975 The Holidays resumed their acquaintance with former record store owner Ronald Holmes a collaboration which led to the release of another excellent double sider “This Is Love b/w The Love We Share” on the Rob-Ron (RR-75) label. “The Love We Share” was recorded twice. Firstly as the issued 45 version under the shortened title of “The Love We Share” and as an unissued longer version under the title of “(Been Together Too Long) The Love We Share” with slightly different lyrics. During 1976 a further Holland/Holmes collaboration saw the release of the message song “Procrastinate (Why Do We)” (Ron-Hol 76). After this release Ronald Holmes and the Holidays parted company.

During late 1976 into 1977 the Holland brothers wrote and produced two further songs which they recorded with Charles Hawkins (a founding member of the Psychedelic Rock and Funk Band, ‘Black Merda’) The up tempo dance track “You Make Me Weak” and the less frenetic “Lost Love” although never issued at the time both songs can be found on the recently released Soul Junction cd album “Getting Kind Of Soulful” (SJCD5012). A later discovery of an alternative take of “You Make Me Weak” (Take 2) is now available on vinyl for the first time backed with their uptempo dancer “I’m So Glad (That I Met You)” The Motorcity continues to yield its long lost legacy.
Preview - Listen Now
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To buy visit Soul Junction Records at http://www.souljunctionrecords.co.uk/SJ539.html or through the usual stockists.
For further information please contact Soul Junction at:
Tel: +44 (0) 121 602 8115 or E-mail: sales@souljunctionrecords.co.uk

By Chalky in News Archives · November 19, 20177 yr

Billy Nicks Passed recently
Nicks and “The Rhythm Rockers” came into their own on the summer of 1954 (still existing and lead by Nicks). The original Rhythm Rockers line up consisted of: Billy “Stix” Nicks (drums, vocals, band leader), Junior Walker (saxophone) and Fred Patton (piano, vocals).
Billy “Stix” Nicks played and recorded on Motown with “Jr. Walker and The All Stars” for the 1965 LP release, “Roadrunner”, on songs: “How Sweet Is To Be Loved By You”, “Pucker Up Buttercup” and title track “Roadrunner”. Unfortunately, due to record company and production issues Nicks never received documented credits or royalties for the Motown “Roadrunner” release.

By Kenb in News Archives · November 19, 20177 yr

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 and the ‘Northern Souler’s’ . It looks like they have pulled in Levant Mc Clean to suggest some credibility which it looks to lack on both music choice and dance style. A real missed opportunity by the BBC /SCD to fuse the countries weekly TV dance fest with some of us who have been embracing the power of dancing for years. Don’t shoot the messenger on this.
For those of you who are not Strictly viewers Id put in a case for you checking out the show for the superb orchestra of Dave Arch and his soulful singers. Tommy Blaize ,Lance Ellington, Andrea Grant and Hayley Sanderson pull out some fantastic covers over the years . Band leader Dave Arch is reported to have played piano in the National Youth Jazz Orchestra and he continues to play jazz piano at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club with vocalist Madeline Bell.
Cool Notes

By Coolnotes in News Archives · November 18, 20177 yr

Out today via Anti-Records 'If All I Was Was Black' is the latest studio album from Mavis Staples. The album was written and produced by Jeff Tweedy, who also features on the fourth track.
Reviews have described this album as 'powerful, stirring protest songs' and Mavis said about the album "(It) bring us all together as a people. That's what I hope to do. You can't stop me. You can't break me. I'm too loving. These songs are going to change the world."
Anti-Records have released a full album stream via youtube - see below
The album consists of 11 songs, written by Jeff Tweedy and avail in streaming, mp3, cd, and vinyl formats

By Mike in News Archives · November 17, 20177 yr

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