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Events - Snow - Sunday 05 Jan 2024 Uk

A quick info type posts for promoters to raise awareness if their event has been cancelled due to the adverse Uk weather today
Of course it makes sense to tag your event 'cancelled'  in our Source Event Guide and comment if on/off first, then once done do feel free to post a comment below as well to help raise awareness of your events status
https://www.soul-source.co.uk/events/
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

Happy New Year 2025!

With 2025 coming up fast, it's that time of the year to wish all Source members the best for 2025
May 2025 be a most soulful one for all!
Happy New Year, see you all on the other side
Soul Source team
By Mike in New Releases ·

A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

That time of year,...
A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year  to all!
Best wishes on behalf of all the Soul Source team
Have a jolly one!
 
A Xmas tune to get the festivity going...
Disco Christmas - Universal Robot Band [1977]
Feel free to share your goto Christmas tunes below...
 
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

The Secret History of Chicago Music - New adds - Paulette McWilliams - Dee Clark

The Chicago Readers great feature 'The Secret History of Chicago Music; has had a few articles added by Steve Krakow since our last visit...
Dee Clark bridged doo-wop, rock ’n’ roll, R&B, and soul
This underappreciated Chicago singer had his biggest hit with “Raindrops” in 1961, but everything he recorded deserves to be heard.
Soulful singer Paulette McWilliams belongs at center stage
In her six-decade career, she’s made countless stars sound better—but too few people know how great she sounds herself.
 
Both worth the walk over to the Chicago Reader site and am fairly sure that there may be more of interest articles via the listing below...
The Secret History of Chicago Music (link)
https://chicagoreader.com/category/music/the-secret-history-of-chicago-music/
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

The Official Embers Book Trailer

We’re thrilled to unveil the professionally produced trailer for The Embers: The Bobby Tomlinson Story!
This video captures the heart and soul of Bobby’s journey with one of the most iconic bands in Carolina Beach Music history.
Take a sneak peek into the stories, the music, and the legacy that have inspired generations. 
So you like beach music1+++.mp4
By wchrisj in Reviews - Archives ·

New 45 - Ebony Evans / Lewzarius - Soul Direction Records

Soul Direction are pleased to announce their next release in the Contempo Series.

Ebony Evans “Loving You (Is All I Wanna Do)” SDCO1002-A
Lewzarius “Step Up” SDCO1002-B
Release Date – 9th December 2024
To some these won’t seem as contemporary as they have been digital since around 2006 (Ebony’s song getting a limited pressing for a weekender anniversary in Oslo in 2013) and Lewzarius coming much later. However, here at Soul Direction we loved both tracks and felt a 7” vinyl release would be a perfect double header.

Ebony Evans “Loving You Is All I Wanna Do” is a prefect example of this soul lady’s talent. Recorded and released in 2004 and with the help and guidance of Manny Campbell who Wrote and arranged the song featured on this Soul Direction release. The track was originally available on the “Luv’s Fire” CD Maxi Single and later a full CD album in 2006 distributed by Coastal Records which are part of the Manny Campbell umbrella of companies.
Lewzarius “Step Up” is one of those recorded songs, written and produced by Manny Campbell of (Emandolynn Music) and Haran Griffin of Haran Griffin and The Explosions (most noted for his single “Movin Much Too Fast” release on Bama records). Haran was also involved in composing some additional tracks for the singer.
Lewis Jones, or stage name Lewazarius was an Atlanta born singer who was under management of Manny Campbell at Coastal Records in the late 90’s.
 
Ebony Evans “Loving You (Is All I Wanna Do)” SDCO1002-A
 
 
Lewzarius “Step Up” SDCO1002-B
 
Release Date – 9th December 2024  (Shipping 12/13 December 2024)
Soul Direction Website
http://www.soul-direction.co.uk/
 

By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

Soul4Real Lp - Asking For The Truth (But Praying For A Lie) Inc Originally Unreleased Tracks

New Comp Lp from Soul4Real Pre-order now for 15th December 2024
NEW COMPILATION!
𝗔𝗦𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗧𝗛 (𝗕𝗨𝗧 𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗔 𝗟𝗜𝗘) (S4RLP06)
Pre-order now for 16th December:
www.soul4real.es
Tracks
𝗗𝗢𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗛𝗬 𝗠𝗢𝗢𝗥𝗘 - GIRL OVERBOARD
𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗬𝗗 - I´M FOR REAL
𝗥𝗔𝗬 𝗖𝗥𝗨𝗠𝗟𝗘𝗬 - GOOD GUYS DON´T ALWAYS WIN
𝗚𝗘𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗘 𝗝𝗔𝗖𝗞𝗦𝗢𝗡 - PLAY SOMETHING PRETTY
𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝗱, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘀
𝗕𝗢𝗕𝗕𝗬 𝗕𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗗 - MY HEART´S BEEN BROKEN AGAIN
𝗝𝗜𝗠𝗠𝗬 𝗝𝗨𝗟𝗘𝗦 - HAVING A LITTLE TALK WITH LOVE
𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗰𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘀
𝗖𝗛𝗨𝗖𝗞 𝗕𝗥𝗢𝗢𝗞𝗦 - I BELIEVE IN LOVE
𝗝𝗢𝗘 𝗪𝗜𝗟𝗦𝗢𝗡 - SOUR LOVE, BITTER SWEET
𝗢𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝗱, 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗼 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗶𝗼𝘀
𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗔𝗬𝗟𝗢𝗥 - CAUGHT UP IN A GOOD WOMAN´S LOVE
𝗘𝗗𝗗𝗜𝗘 𝗚𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗦 - I CAN´T GET OVER YOU
𝗥𝗘𝗨𝗕𝗘𝗡 𝗕𝗘𝗟𝗟 - ASKING FOR THE TRUTH
 
 
 
 
Soul4Real returns to the south with a selection of eleven songs from Malaco, Muscle Shoals Sound Studios and Alarm Records.
There is no doubt that in the 1970s and 1980s, Malaco in Mississippi and Muscle Shoals Sound in Alabama were both highly significant in defining the southern soul sound. Malaco’s Studio had opened in 1967, while Muscle Shoals Sound Studio opened its doors for business in 1969, when four musicians left nearby Fame Studios to go it alone. Alarm Records, meanwhile, based in Shreveport, Louisiana, provides us with four of the tracks on this album.
Independent producers and major record companies sent their artists south to record, taking advantage of both Malaco and Muscle Shoals Sound’s talented array of musicians, writers and producers. Muscle Shoals Sound, in particular, started to receive artists from Atlantic Records from the get-go; R.B. Greaves, Baby Washington, Sam & Dave and Solomon Burke led the way, along with Scotland’s Lulu. The first relesase on their own record label was the timeless “It Hurts So Good” by Katie Love. Meanwhile, Stax (amongst others) sent some of their artists to record at both studios, and Malaco would also lease some of its own productions out to Atlantic. Alarm Records was a smaller set-up which also produced some wonderful records.
This album opens with the only female singer featured – Dorothy Moore. Her exquisite “Girl Overboard” has been justifiably popular on the soul scene for decades. The other ten tracks showcase an array of fine male singers, most of whom (Bobby Bland and King Floyd aside), sadly and perhaps unjustly, never really made the big time. It is the first showing on vinyl for three of the tracks here (previously having only been issued on CD), and Jimmy Jules’ reading of “Having A Little Talk With Love” has never appeared anywhere before. As always, sit back and savour the music!
𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗩𝗘 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗥𝗜




By Alexsubinas in Articles - Archives ·

Upcoming 45s - Jalen Ngonda  - Illusions b/w Rapture - Daptone & Altons 45

Two new release 45s announced from Daptone Records...
 
Jalen Ngonda  - Illusions b/w Rapture - Daptone


Out December 6th. Available to pre-order now.
It is our distinct pleasure to present another massive double-sider from Jalen Ngonda and Co.. With their sophisticated arrangements and infallible, soulful grooves courtesy of some of the best musicians in the game, Jalen's voice shines through–exuding the class and maturity of an artist who has refined their craft on the road. Two sides sure to fill dancefloors at discerning soul nights around the globe.
Purchase Link @ £7
https://shopdaptonerecords.com/products/jalen-ngonda-illusions-45
 
 
New Single From The Altons
The Altons - Waiting b/w Teach Me - Penrose £6.00
Pre order - Released 14th February.
"Waiting" b/w "Teach Me" available on standard and colour vinyl.
Featuring a non-album exclusive track "Teach Me"

 
After several wildly popular singles out on Penrose Records, The Altons gear up to release their debut album on Daptone Records. With lead vocals shared between Adriana Flores and Brian Ponce the interplay between their unique timbres brings a romantic quality to the music that is absent in many of today's soul offerings. Steeped with moody ballads, soulful, tejano-kissed duets and Bond theme psychedelia–Heartache in Room 14 is poised to be the "must have" album of 2025. 
Listen to "Del Cielo Te Cuido" and pre-order the upcoming album, Heartache in Room 14, now.
https://daptone.ffm.to/thealtons.GTQ
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

New 45: Lights Out - Tonight - Soul 7 - Singer Andy Stokes, billed as the 'Northwest King of Soul

New 45: Lights Out - Tonight - Soul 7 - 7"
Lights Out - Tonight b/w Surrender Your Love - Soul 7 - SOUL7048
Singer Andy Stokes, billed as the 'Northwest King of Soul Music', may have recently worked with such industry luminaries as Snoop Dogg but, way back in the late 70s, he was fronting a hopeful Jazz-Funk group struggling to break into even just the Oregon circuit. Despite boasting members from internationally successful acts like Fantasy Records' own Pleasure, Lights Out never saw their one demo – cut in 1982 for the well-established Solar Records – even get a promo pressing.
Two of the tightest and busiest of their dancefloor wreckers from the session now grace their only 7” to date.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The B Side is entitled 'Surrender Your Love' and not 'Take It' as printed on the label
Tonight
SOUL7048A Tonight.mp3  
 
Surrender Your Love
SOUL7O48B Surrender Your Love.mp3  
 
Info and purchase options
https://jazzmanrecords.co.uk/lights-out-tonight-soul7
 
By Jazzman Gerald in Articles - Archives ·

New 7x45 Box Set - Goldwax Memphis Soul Rarities - Kent Records

Just released, a brand new 7 disc box set from Kent Records, the title says it all......
Goldwax Records - Memphis Soul Rarities 1964-1969 - 7 x 45 Box Set LTDBOX 022
Goldwax was the ultimate southern soul label. Here are some of the finest discoveries from their vaults, on the 7" vinyl they were intended for.
Release Notes Preview
This is the third in our series of limited edition 7x7" Box Sets. 
The renowned Memphis 60s soul label Goldwax was a medium-sized operation with just short of a hundred releases. Though it ran a tight ship, inevitably some of their recordings fell by the wayside.
 
The label is revered by fans of the classic age of soul music around the world. In the late 70s the Japanese Vivid Sound label contacted Goldwax owner, Quinton Claunch and accessed his tapes. They found a dozen excellent, previously unheard, tracks and issued them, along with Goldwax favourites on a short series of LPs in 1977. In 2000 Ace Records purchased the label from Claunch and his partners gaining full ownership of the tapes, which lead to more musical discoveries.
 
Our releases on Ace and Kent over the past twenty plus years have seen most of these recordings featured, primarily on CD - the medium of the early years of the 21st century. More recently the renewed demand for vinyl has led to new 12” compilations and to augment those we have come up with a neat, boxed collection of seven singles that will appeal to the soul collectors who live for this format.
 
Of the 14 tracks, only three have been singles before - the sublime harmony vocals of the Vel-Tones and the Lyrics with their mid-60s Goldwax releases and Barbara Perry’s R&B explosion ‘A Man Is A Mean Thing’ first released on Kent but now long gone and craved for.
 
Goldwax’s star James Carr kicks us off with ‘Your Love Made A U-Turn’, a funk groove from 1969. This would surely have prolonged his and the label’s lifespans had it been issued at the time. Our flip however would have needed to be an underground hit; it is doubtful that any radio station would have entertained such smutty lyrics in the 60s.
 
Connoisseurs of the mid-60s Detroit soul sound will be thrilled to have the Ovations ‘I Miss You’ on a 45 at last; it really has all the ingredients of a Motor City classic. ‘What Did I Do Wrong’ makes a great stomping B side - complete with virtuoso harmonica.
 
The label was known for its gritty southern sound, so ‘To Me It’s Storming’ is an atypical, softly melodic, mid-tempo song sung by, but oddly not penned by, George Jackson and Dan Greer. George does get to sing his own, tougher, composition ‘Let The Best Man Win’ on the flip.
Full release notes and more available via Kent Records Website (link below)
 
Track Listing and audio
1.a Your Love Made A U-Turn James Carr
"A Man Needs A Woman" CD Vivid Sound VGCD 005 (1995) 2.11
LTDBOX_022-1-1.mp3
 
1.b Who's Been Warming My Oven? James Carr
"You Got My Mind Messed Up" CD Vivid Sound VGCD 002 (1991) 2.24
LTDBOX_022-1-2.mp3
 
2.a I Miss You The Ovations featuring Louis Williams
"Peace Of Mind" LP Vivid Sound VG 3003 (1077) 2.40
LTDBOX_022-2-1.mp3
 
2.b. What Did I Do Wrong The Ovations featuring Louis Williams
"Peace Of Mind" LP Vivid Sound VG 3003 (1977) 2.53
LTDBOX_022-2-2.mp3
 
3.a. To Me It's Storming George & Greer
"Goldwax Northem Soul" CD Kent COKEND 313 (2009) 2.43
LTDBOX_022-3-1.mp3
 
3.b Let The Best Man Win George Jackson
"Memphis 60 CD BGP CDBGPD 201 (2000) 2:42
LTDBOX_022-3-2.mp3
 
4.a Welcome Home Baby Barbara Perry
"The Goldwax Story Vol 2 CD Kent CDKEND 225 (2004) 2.08
LTDBOX_022-4-1.mp3
 
4.b A Man Is A Mean Thing Barbara Perry
"New Breed R&B With Added Popcom CD Kent COKEND 291 (2008) 2.04
LTDBOX_022-4-2.mp3
 
5.a A Lucky Loser Willie Walker
Previously unissued 1967 Goldwax recording (2024) 1.55
LTDBOX_022-5-1.mp3
 
5.b You Gotta Have Soul Lee 'Shot' Williams
"Goldwax Northern Soul" CD Kent COKEND 313 (2000) 1.43
LTDBOX_022-5-2.mp3
 
6.a So Hard To Get Along The Lyrics with The Top Notes
Goldwax 105 (1964) 2.01
LTDBOX_022-6-1.mp3
 
6.b I Do The Vel Tones
Goldwax 301 (1966) 2.18
LTDBOX_022-6-2.mp3
 
7.a If You Love Her Phillip & The Faithfuls
"Goldwax Northem Soul" CD Kent CDKEND 313 (2009) 2.37
LTDBOX_022-7-1.mp3
 
7,b It's Really Alright (45 edit) Unknown Artist
"The Goldwax Story Vol 31 CD Kant CDKEND 335 (2010) 2.38
LTDBOX_022-7-2.mp3
 
Images


 
Availability
The Goldwax Box set is available right now via Ace Records Website - (tap), and various record stores including our very own Source Store - (tap)
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

Northern Soul Connections #38 - Aqua Lads Re-visited by Ken B

Northern Connections #38  Aqua Lads re-visited, taking in the Chantells & Twighlights
 The most recent issue of this long running informative series courtesy of Ken b aka @Kenb
Intro
sparked by the Soul Source topic “What goes up must come down” of Nov 2024… …about The Charms Unlimited and Soul Inc and very good it was too, got me thinking about a re-visit of The Aqua Lads, Chantells, etc.
It’s worth pointing out at this juncture that some written information about those that follow is published, (but skip Discogs) go straight to E. Mark Windle’s Interview & book “It’s Better To Cry”. It has a worthy section, and I recommend it. Albeit I’ve never found Mark’s reference “and a later band member Ken Hatley (bass guitar, 1967) “ when searching 
for band members. Also, as of writing and due to serious illness, Mark Bicknell’s release on Big Man Records of Aqua Lads backed with Twighlights with notes by Mark Windle hasn’t yet to hit the shops. That all said, I've  tried where possible to bring new information and pictures without compromising their work.
 
Northern Connections #38 (tap images for full view)


As always you can check out all Kens other quality 36 Northern Connections and more via his 'activity' profile page, via the link below...
https://www.soul-source.co.uk/profile/37754-kenb/content/?type=cms_records5&change_section=1
 
By Kenb in Soul Music Features ·

New Ace/Kent Imprint - Soul Harmony - 2 x NEW 45s - Out Now

Two new 45s mark the (delayed) launch of a brand new Ace/Kent imprint... Soul Harmony
It's looking like this 'Soul Harmony' main thrust will be all things low-rider. The first two 45s are now out, with the third release due to follow at the end of this month (Nov).
Details and the release notes of the first new releases follow below...

87th OFF BROADWAY / LARRY SANDERS – INSTANT REPLAY / I’M IN LOVE - SOUL HARMONY SH 01 - Out Now
We launch our Soul Harmony label with a fabulous tape discovery from Golden State Recorders. At the time of recording, 87th Off Broadway lived in the small town of Seaside, California and were based in Monterey. They wrote their own songs, four of which were recorded at an April 1972 session, arranged by Los Angeles Rene Hall. The tape lay dormant for decades. ‘Instant Replay’ is the final of the four to belatedly be issued; the others being funk released on Ace’s BGP label. The group morphed into another outfit called Welfare who had ‘What About The Child’ released (with a name change to Gold) in 1977 on the MRC label. This song is of the highest quality as are the intricate harmony vocals. Advance plays on the Lowrider scene have been very well received.
soul-harmony-sh01-a-clip.mp3
 
Larry Sanders ‘I’m In Love’ is already revered by that California soul ballad crowd, which has caused the cost of an original Modern copy to rocket. It is another harmonious sweet soul ballad, redolent of a lovers’ tryst on a lazy summer’s afternoon.
soul-harmony-sh01-b-clip.mp3
 

THE EXCLUSIVE / THE D C BLOSSOMS – I STILL LOVE YOU / THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE - SOUL HARMONY SH 02 - Out Now
Eddie Singleton had a musical career in Los Angeles after his Shrine Records venture had bloomed then died. He cut this heart-felt soul ballad on an undocumented group called the Exclusive around 1969, but it was left on tape only until now.
soul-harmony-sh02-a-clip.mp3
 
Some three years earlier in 1966, Eddie and his production team of Keni St Lewis and Dale Warren recorded Washington’s DC Blossoms on ‘This Is Your Last Chance’, the third track from a Shrine session that didn’t make it to the single. Since it was released on the Kent CD “Shrine, The Rarest Soul Label Vol 2” it has picked up a strong following, particularly among Latin American soul fans on the West Coast: now at last a 45.
soul-harmony-sh02-b-clip.mp3
 
 
JIMMY CONWELL - LET IT ALL OUT / I'M AM SO GLAD - SOUL HARMONY SH 03 - Out 29 Nov 2024
 
Jimmy Conwell is a big name in Los Angeles soul music, either as a solo singer on 4J, Gemini and Mirwood or as lead singer of the Exits on Gemini and Kapp, the Tripps on Soundville or with Smoked Sugar on Teri De. ‘Let It All Out’ was written in conjunction with his two main producers Len Jewell Smith and Hank Graham, though Jimmy couldn’t remember Hank’s contribution. It is a stunning ballad that was originally overlooked by Northern Soul fans for the stomping 'Too Much' flip.
A similar situation has occurred with his Kapp 45, the mid-tempo ‘Another Sundown In Watts’ attracting much of the attention and the superb ‘I’m So Glad’ ballad only recently picking up deserved admirers.
Both sides of our 45 will go down well in the Lowrider stronghold of Conwell’s native city. No coincidence, I’m sure.
 
Availability
First 2 x 45s  are now available via Ace Records website - (tap), and various record stores including our very own Source Store - (tap)
 
 
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

New Album - Hot Buttered Singles 1968-1972 - Isaac Hayes - Ace Records

'Black Moses on 45 - for the first time in the same place, the single edit of every one of Isaac Hayes' A and B-sides from 1969-1972'
A new album from Ace Records, released in cd and lp formats
Hot Buttered Singles 1968-1972  - Isaac Hayes  CDTOP 1650
Release Notes
Sixteen years may have gone by since Isaac Hayes’ untimely passing at the age of just 65, but he remains one of the most popular and Iconic singer-songwriter-arrangers in the history of Soul music.
The albums Hayes’ made for Stax’ Enterprise label remain the benchmark in ‘symphonic soul’, and sound as breathtakingly brilliant as they did when they were new releases.
As well as being one of a small group of artists who expanded the growth of the soul albums market, Ike was a consistently successful singles artist, who placed 16 consecutive 45s on the R&B chart between 1969 and 1976 – most of which also crossed over to pop.
The biggest hits have been anthologised on previous occasions – but “Hot Buttered Singles” is the first series to present the A and B sides of all of Hayes’ ‘Yellow Stax’-era 45s in chronological order, and in their original singles versions – several of which have not appeared on CD before. Many of these tracks are among his best loved recordings. Here you will hear them as you would have heard them on soul and pop radio over half a century ago.
Extensively annotated, handsomely illustrated and coming to you – on CD AND double vinyl - in a package that an artist of Ike’s stature thoroughly deserves…
Watch out for volume 2 – which carries Hayes’ singles story through to 1977, and which includes all the early singles on Ike’s own HBS label – in 2025!
 
More info, images and purchase options via
https://www.acerecords.co.uk/hot-buttered-singles-1968-1972-1
 
Leaflet Preview Scans

 

 

 
Track listing
Side 1
01  Walk On By
02  By The Time I Get To Phoenix
03  The Mistletoe And Me
04  Winter Snow
05  I Stand Accused
06  I Just Don't Know What To Do With Myself
07  The Look Of Love
08  Ike's Mood Pt 1
09  Never Can Say Goodbye
10  I Can't Help It (If I'm Still In Love With You)
11  Theme From Shaft
12  Café Regio's
13  Do Your Thing
14  Ellie's Love Theme
15  Let's Stay Together
16  Soulsville
17  Ain't That Loving You (For More Reasons Than One)
18  Baby I'm-A Want You
19  Soul-A-Lujah (Instrumental)
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

Geoff Waddington Feat Tameka Jackson - All That You've Got - New Single Release

Geoff Waddington Feat Tameka Jackson - All That You've Got - New Single Release
Latest news from Geoff Waddington, info and sample of his upcoming release...
'My new track will be released next Monday,18th Nov 2024 and then be available at online stores'
Listen below
 
'ALL THAT YOU'VE GOT'  featuring  TAMEKA JACKSON.
'ALL THAT YOU'VE GOT-FT-TAMEKA JACKSON.mp3  
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

I'm On My Way by Barbara Dane - New Re-Issue

News about a upcoming re-issue from sam@equalsmusic.co.uk
The re-issue of influential jazz/folk/blues singer Barbara Dane's rare original 1960 recording of “I’m on My Way”, produced by Lee Hazlewood and Lester Sill on their label 3 Trey / Gregmark.
Coinciding with the re-issue is a feature film about Barbara’s life that's making waves on the festival circuit, generating renewed interest in her remarkable story.
Barbara's music is intertwined with compelling narratives that link her career to significant historical events, political activism, and other notable jazz and blues luminaries of her time, as well as modern pop culture. “I’m on My Way” has also become a cult classic amongst the Northern Soul Community and the original 7” is very sought after by collectors. 
The most recent coverage of the film and music was on Cerys Matthew’s Blues Hour for BBC Radio 2.
Text from the press release follows...
Press Release
October 16th 2024 – Some six decades after its debut, Trey Records (“3 Trey”) and Gregmark Music are reintroducing the rare original recording of Barbara Dane’s iconic “I’m On My Way”. Coinciding with the release is the October 27 Doc n’ Roll Film
Festival London premiere of The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane, a documentary that traces the remarkable journey of this musical maverick. “I’m On My Way” is powerfully illustrated three times in the film.
“Barbara Dane’s story is a masterclass in musical integrity,” says documentary director and editor Maureen Gosling. “She’s someone who never compromised her artistic vision, even when it meant taking the road less travelled.”
“I’m On My Way” was an early defining moment in Dane’s legacy of artistry and activism, and is deeply rooted in blues and gospel traditions that have long served as vehicles for social commentary and calls for justice. From her early days to her groundbreaking performances alongside legends such as Lightnin’ Hopkins, Willie Dixon, Earl Hines, and Louis Armstrong, The 9 Lives of Barbara Dane paints a vivid portrait of an artist who charted her own course (produced by Jed Riffe and exec produced by Nina Menéndez, Danny Glover and Jonathan Logan).
Adding another dimension to Dane’s legacy is her portrayal in the upcoming film A Complete Unknown starring Timothée Chalamet as Bob Dylan. In this cinematic exploration of a pivotal moment in music history, Sarah King takes on the role of Barbara Dane, further cementing her influence on  he American folk and blues scene of the 1960s.
In Barbara Dane’s own words “The blues were born out of the worst conditions one people can force upon another —out of slavery and exploitation— and were given to the world in the spirit of turning madness into sanity, pain into joy, bondage into freedom, and enmity into unity. This is music for survivors, and this spirit is something to be learned from, shared and spread as far as it will go!” Throughout the 1960s and ‘70s, Dane sang at demonstrations in Washington, at the gates of military bases in Japan and Europe, and in small towns across America, including the Freedom Schools of rural Mississippi.
This landmark release of a song that stirred hearts in the 1960s, transcends time with Dane’s powerful voice and its enduring message. Her story and music are now poised to engage with a new generation of listeners. A raw and soulful rendition of “I’m On My Way”, which catapulted Barbara into the public conscience, is for the first time to be officially re-introduced on 7” vinyl and made available to stream on all major platforms. The original B-side, “Go ‘Way from My Window,” will accompany it offering a fuller picture of Dane’s musical beginnings.
“In revisiting Barbara’s work, we’re not just preserving history – we’re keeping great music alive,” says Gregmark Music CEO Lonnie Sill. “I’m On My Way” isn’t just a song from the past; it’s a living, breathing piece of art that continues to move and inspire. For those who appreciate music that stands the test of time, it offers a listening experience that’s both a historical journey and a present-day revelation.” 


Bob Dylan on Barbara Dane
 “The world needs more people like Barbara, someone who is willing to follow her conscience. She is, if the term must be used, a hero.”
 
About Barbara Dane

Barbara Dane made her mark in history by involving herself in the civil rights and peace movements of  the 1960s. Pete Seeger appointed her to head the People’s Songs Organization’s Detroit chapter, and on a brief stay in California, she studied the music and methods of Malvina   Reynolds. In the New York Times, Dane is quoted as saying “If you see your country making horrible mistakes, you have to speak up. You’re colluding with it if you don’t speak up.” Dane’s willingness to record and preserve protest songs, now in the Smithsonian, combined with an illegal trip to Havana, Cuba, earned her the ire of one J. Edgar Hoover. Her copy of her (four-inch thick) FBI dossier is among her treasured possessions. Dane,  whose singing was once described by Time magazine as “pure, rich and rare as a 20-carat diamond,” has made an indelible mark on American music and social culture.
Combining the people-powered connectivity of folk, the defiance of blues, and the cool of jazz, she cut through commercial artifice while documenting major historic events. Born in Detroit in 1927, her riveting 2022 autobiography This Bell Still Rings recounts, “encouraged by Pete Seeger, she discovered the power of her voice to move people to action. Such artists as Bonnie Raitt, Janis Joplin, Judy Collins, Tracy Chapman, Linda Ronstadt, and Jackson Browne, among countless others, owe Dane a sensibility that is as necessary as it is inspiring. A younger generation of troubadours like Mary Gauthier, Leyla McCalla and Marta Gonzales are part of Dane’s legacy.”

About Gregmark Music
Founded by music industry legends Lester Sill and Lee Hazlewood, Gregmark Music became an indie pop powerhouse in the early ’60s, launching acts like The Paris Sisters and helping shape the career of Phil Spector. In addition to its success as a record label, Gregmark continues to manage key publishing rights, including the iconic blues classic “Stormy Monday” by T-Bone Walker. Dane’s “I’m On My Way” was originally recorded for 3 Trey in 1960, and was produced by Sill and Hazlewood.

Today, under the leadership of Lester’s youngest son Lonnie Sill, Gregmark is reviving its storied legacy. Drawing from its diverse catalogue, which includes hits on labels including Gregmark Records, 3 Trey and Jamie Records, Gregmark is reaching new audiences through reissues, re-mastered digital releases, and licensing in new media.
https://www.gregmarkmusicinc.com/
For those seeking a fresh take on this soulful classic, a bonus-enhanced version will be made available, featuring a re-recorded rhythm section revitalising the track while preserving its authentic spirit. 
Label: Trey Records / Gregmark Music
Formats: 7” Vinyl, Digital (all major streaming platforms)
Important Dates: October 25th, 2024 (“I’m On My Way” - vinyl re-issue available for pre-order) / November 22nd, 2024 (“I’m On My Way” - single release on streaming platforms)
Original Release: 1960
 
Film Trailer
https://youtu.be/IJj4j5sfpnc
 
Vinyl Purchase
I'm on My Way by Barbara Dane
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

Tearra Still Loving Soul Junction - New 45

Press Release:  Tearra   “Just Loving You/Teeah-Louise   You Happened To Me “   SJ558
Release Date: Monday 25th November 2024
Tearra’s “Just Loving You” on it’s original U.S Midtown label due to its quality and desirability continues to regularly achieve four figure sale prices on the rare occasion that a copy comes on to the open market. Soul Junction through a licensing deal with Emandolynn Music first reissued this modern soul anthem back in 2017 as part of a dual 45 package that included the previously unissued Delights track “Listen To Me Girl” with the limited 500 copy pressing run selling out in a matter of days. Since then, copies of that Soul Junction release have regularly sold for circa £60 a copy with sales enquiries still being received for either side of this 45 to this day. Therefore, we at Soul Junction have decided to fulfill this continued demand by reissuing “Just Loving You” for the second this time paired with Teeah-Louise’s “You Happened To Me” as the featured flipside.

Tearra, real name Teeah-Louise a native of Mobile, Alabama was offered a recording contract by Philadelphian Record Producer/Label Owner Manny Campbell Jr during 1980. Campbell himself had relocated his Emandolynn Music operations from the city of Brotherly Love to Atlanta, Georgia some two years earlier. Campbell had planned to record a whole album on Teeah-Louise under the working title of “Great Love”. He firstly released a lead 45 single, the mid-tempo “You Happened To Me/Got To Keep You Mine” on his Coastal label logo with the artist credited as Teeah-Louise. Teeah’s fiancé didn’t share his future wife’s ambitions of a recording career and her prospective album project faltered and was never completed. Although as a further two tracks had been recorded this allowed a for second 45 release to follow “Ooh Let This Feeling (Last A Long, Long Time)” backed with the desirable “Just Loving You” these were released on the Midtown label, with Midtown by then being Coastal Records main record distributor.  This second release was credited under the artist name of Tearra, due to Teah-Louise by now not wishing to use her real name. Both the Coastal and Midtown releases were only ever pressed in 500 promotional copies runs.  Teeah-Louise left the recording business for good soon after her marriage.

In addition, a later 12” Coastal Records single issued on the group ‘Tomorrows Wish’ featuring the song “My Love For You” which shares the same backing track as Tearra’s “Just Loving You”. All four of Teeah-Louise’s songs were wrote by Manny Campbell, with Manny sharing the songwriting credits on “Ooh Let This Feeling (Last A Long, Long Time)” with his cousin, Keith “Toppie” Hill notably a former group member of the aforementioned ‘Delights’. 
For further information e-mail:   sales@souljunctionrecords.co.uk
or visit https://souljunctionrecords.co.uk/SJ558.html
 
 

 
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The Embers’ Legacy Comes to Print: The Release of The Embers: The Bobby Tomlinson Story

Soul music lovers, The Embers: The Bobby Tomlinson Story is now officially available as an eBook and paperback through online retailers worldwide including Amazon. This comprehensive biography traces the rise of The Embers, led by original drummer Bobby Tomlinson, who steered the band through six decades of Beach Music history. But for Northern Soul enthusiasts, this book offers something especially compelling. Inside are numerous nods to the fervent UK Northern Soul crowd, who championed The Embers’ soul-infused sounds as early as the 1960s.

The book explores The Embers’ connection with soul aficionados on both sides of the Atlantic, showcasing stories from collectors, DJs, and fans who helped bring songs like Just Crazy 'Bout You and Aware of Love to prominence in Northern Soul clubs. The final chapter, dedicated to this transatlantic appreciation, features a special shoutout to Big Man Records, the UK label known for remastering and re-releasing these rare treasures on 45. Their careful restoration has breathed new life into classic Embers tracks, making them once again essential spins on UK dance floors.

Whether you’re a long-time fan or a curious newcomer, The Embers: The Bobby Tomlinson Story is a testament to the timeless power of soul and a vibrant reminder of the Northern Soul crowd’s vital role in The Embers’ enduring legacy.
 

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Soul4real - From Detroit With Love - Eps Vol 5 & Vol 6

Happy to announce pre-order for volumes 5 & 6 of "From Detroit With Love", a series of EPs containing some of the best originally unissued Motown tracks, now available on vinyl / 7" for the first time.
PRE ORDER NOW FOR 15th NOVEMBER
https://soul4real.es/
 
 
FROM DETROIT WITH LOVE V
DAVID RUFFIN ANYTHING THAT YOU ASK FOR
Produced by Clay McMurray & Martin Coleman
Recorded in 1969
BRENDA HOLLOWAY DON´T STAY AWAY
Produced by Marc Gordon & Hal Davis
Recorded in 1964
MARVIN GAYE YOU´RE THE ONE
Produced by Ivy Jo Hunter & Marvin Gaye
Recorded in 1968
FOUR TOPS JUST YOUR LOVE
Produced by William “Mickey” Stevenson & Ivy Jo Hunter
Recorded in 1965
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
FROM DETROIT WITH LOVE VI
GLADYS KNIGHT & THE PIPS SHOW ME THE WAY
Produced by Richard Morris
Recorded in 1968
MARTHA REEVES & THE VANDELLAS THIS IS THE LOVE (I´VE BEEN WAITING FOR)
Produced by Deke Richards
Recorded in 1969
THE TEMPTATIONS SINCE I DON´T HAVE YOU
Produced by Deke Richards
Recorded in 1967
BLINKY & EDWIN STARR NEVER GONNA GIVE YOU UP
Produced by Richard Morris
Recorded in 1969
 
                                                            
 
 
 








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Podcast: Northern Soul Time - Charly Records Premiers 31st Oct 2024

Details of a new podcast from Charly Records
Youtube based, looks like plans are for it to be a series of soul related podcasts.
Promotional details from Charly Records follow below, along with a shorts trailer and the placeholder for the pilot show, which premieres 31 Oct 2024.
Thursday 31st Oct 2024
"NORTHERN SOUL TIME"

Join Charly for the exciting launch of the new podcast, Northern Soul Time – A Rare Soul Legacy, exclusively on the Charly Records YouTube Channel! Dive deep into the captivating world of Northern Soul as we explore its rich history, influential artists, and timeless tracks that have shaped the genre.

In the pilot episode you'll discover the roots of Northern Soul as host KEV ROBERTS talks at length with the British Ambassador of Soul DAVID NATHAN, a fascinating and entertaining journey into the UK's most enduring sub-culture. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just discovering this incredible music, there’s something for everyone.

Tune in now and don’t forget to subscribe for more episodes filled with soul, passion, and rhythm! Let’s keep the Northern Soul spirit alive together! 
Short Trailer
 
Podcast Link
Premieres 31 Oct 2024
 
By Mike in Articles - Archives ·

Unveiling Of A Plaque For Dave Godin - Sheffield Sun 3rd Nov 2024

Recently posted in our event guide...
We are unveiling a blue plaque in Sheffield in tribute of DAVE GODIN. Dave adopted Sheffield as his home and was actively involved in both the soul scene locally and globally. This is the first time he has been recognised for his huge contributions to the Deep soul and his longstanding connection with Tamla Motown and other genres of black music. Anyone with any love of the music should be aware of Dave's influence.
You are all welcome to attend this event in Sheffield at the Picket Music Park, Charter square in Sheffield. We will be holding a small tribute at the Frog & Parrot nearby where we will be playing some of Dave's deep soul.
Please try to join us in the important milestone 
The Event Guide post and details via the below...

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New Kent 45s - 2 x Select 45s - 1 x Kent Repro and 1 x Kent Deep Soul - Oct 2024

Ace Records release day with a hat full of 45s let loose.
Two additions to the Kent Select Imprint

Kenneth Wright / Miss Louistine - The Souls Of Black Folks / Extra-Extra - City 097
Soul connoisseurs are adventurous folk and the emergence of a previously unknown singer/songwriter is big news among the cognoscenti. The only trace of Atlanta’s Kenneth Wright is a handful of unrecorded song titles on BMI represented by Aware’s
publishing company Act One. At least a dozen of his recordings have recently been found in the Aware tape vaults and ‘The Souls Of Black Folks’ is the pick of them. It features Kenneth’s vocals and an equally impressive unknown female lead who adds more mystery to the project.
From the same Atlanta label source comes Miss Louistine’s take on the Sam Dees’ song ‘Extra, Extra’. Originally recorded by Ben E King as an album track, Louistine’s punchier take featured on a recent 100 Club Anniversary 45 and is well in-demand.
keneth-wright-kent-clip.mp3
Miss-Louistines-clip.mp3
 

Berna-Dean - Don’t Try To Tell Me / Laughing On The Outside - City 095
Bernadine or Berna-Dean Washington recorded seven singles for producer Dave Bartholomew in New Orleans in the early 60s.
A protégée of Earl King, her final single was released on Los Angeles’ GNP Crescendo label in 1964 and is stylistically similar to her previous Imperial and Post 45s. ‘Don’t Try To Tell Me’ and ‘Laughing On The Outside’ were cut for GNP but the company never followed up on her ‘This Is The City’ single. 
Both tracks are in a more soulful style than her released sides and are attracting much attention on the current retro R&B scene and with the rare soul crowd also. This is their first public hearing. 
Berna-Dean-a.mp3
Berna-Dean-b-clip.mp3
 
 
One new Kent Repro 45

Richard Temple / Jimmy Conwell - That Beatin’ Rhythm / Cigarette Ashes - Repro 21
Little needs to be said about these two Mirwood Monsters, but to have both tracks on the same 45 is a righteous luxury. ‘That
Beatin’ Rhythm’ is the epitome of the Northern Soul dance scene and has been a call to the floor for fifty years now.
The instrumental flip (credited to the actual singer of the A side) was equally massive at the time, but has been somewhat neglected in recent years - the vocal version gaining most DJ spins.
 
One New Deep Soul 45

Miss Louistine / Sam Dees - Con Me / Con Me Kent - Deep Soul 18
Miss Louistine’s version of ‘Con Me’ was one of the best Deep Soul finds of recent years. The Paragons smooth Chicago reading of Dees’ composition that came out in 1975 has long been admired, but this southern soul treatment of the now-classic is jaw-dropping.
To really focus on the masterpiece of a song, we have added Dees own take as the flip. That also remained unissued until Kent accessed the tapes in 1998 and is finally a single.
Miss-Louistine-deep-clip.mp3
sam-dees-deep-clip.mp3
 
Availability
45s  available via Ace Records website - (tap), and various record stores including our very own Source Store - (tap)
 
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New 45: Milton Davis - Headed for the Disco - Soul 7

Milton Davis - Headed for the Disco / All I Want to Do - Soul 7
Artist: Milton Davis
Title: Headed for the Disco
Label: Soul 7
Catalogue #: SOUL7047
Though allegedly a Texas native, Milton Davis first recorded in Los Angeles in 1967 as a member of The Four Tempos. When that act split, he trekked up the coast in stages, eventually settling in Portland. Here he secured the lead vocal role for local scene heroes, Slickaphonic. Though a full album of their own was taped, another reel of material was cut centred on Milton as a solo artist. Neither set of tracks saw release in their day, but from the latter collection we've pulled a bona fide 1977 disco-soul smasher and a mid tempo flipside with a sheen that belies its depth.
*First time ever on 7" 45, dinked centre hole with picture sleeve, 500 numbered copies only.
It's available exclusively on our website this week, and will be in the shops from the weekend
https://jazzmanrecords.co.uk/milton-davis-headed-for-the-disco
 
Milton Davis - Headed for the Disco
1.mp3
Milton Davis - All I Want to Do
2.mp3
 
 
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