Soul Music News

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

A very recent release from Demon Music Group via their Edsel label  Release notes and more below... The definitive collection of the legendary song-writing trio Holland-Dozier-Holland 68 tracks taken from the period between 1969-1977 when the trio had started labels Hot Wax, Invictus And Music Merchant Extensive liner notes by Stuart Cosgrove known for his award-winning Soul Trilogy Detroit 67: the Year That Changed Soul, Memphis 68: The Tragedy of Southern Soul and Harlem 69

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 he

Ikea are all set to launch a new range of audio related products next month In collaboration with the Swedish House Mafia, the new OBEGRÄNSAD (Swedish for 'unlimited') collection is set to launch in store during October 2022. The collection consists of more than 20 clever home furnishing solutions for producing and performing music in the home setup – as well as solutions for listening to music and creating a relaxed atmosphere. The collection includes a record player, LED work,

We regret to learn of the sad passing of Bonnie on 8th June 2020 and of Anita on 31st December 2022 The Pointer Sisters achieved mainstream success during the 1970s and 1980s. Their career spanned four decades and their repertoire has included such diverse genres as pop, disco, jazz, blues, soul, funk, country and dance. The Pointer Sisters have won three Grammy awards and received a star on the Hollywood Hall Of Fame in 1994. The group had 13 US top 20 hits between 1973 and 1985

Soultownie Records Boston Mass USA Proudly Present Their Forthcoming Vinyl Release By Minneapolis Based Jay Avion , Titled " Celebrate BW Sunshine " A Limited Run Of 300 Worldwide With NO REPRESS  All Hand Numbered. Date Of Release Scheduled For End Of June 2024. Jay Avion has been honing his style for the past two decades. A staple of the city’s live music scene, he fronted the popular band Soulacious after independently releasing his first solo CD, Every Part of Me, in the early 2000

Jazz FM’s “The Story of UK Soul” Nominated For TRIC Award Had the below sent in, listening along with voting details (if of interest) follow below ... Jazz FM’s “The Story of UK Soul” has been nominated for a coveted TRIC Award in the public vote ‘Factual’ category.  The 8-part landmark series, presented by Simon Phillips and produced in house, told the story of UK Soul from the 1960s to the present day covering Northern Soul, Lovers Rock, Acid Jazz and the Nu Soul sound of today.

Jazz Funk Soul Radio are on the lookout for kindred spirits, folks who believe in the power of music to uplift, inspire, and bring people together. No need for a fancy radio voice or a PhD in musicology – just bring your authentic self, a sprinkle of charisma, and a hardrive full of good vibes! As a JFSR presenter, you'll be able to connect to like minded people in the UK as well as our global audience. Picture yourself in the comfort of your own space, sharing your favourite tune

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

Being reported that John Boyega and Danielle Deadwyler are to Star in upcoming Otis Redding Biopic ‘Otis & Zelma’  more info via https://variety.com/2024/film/news/john-boyega-otis-redding-biopic-danielle-deadwyler-1236161720/

Keele Soul All-Nighter Located on the famous Keele university campus, this has been named one of the best all-nighters around. With an amazing line up and the finest sound system around. You are sure to leave this night with sore feet but an ear-to-ear smile.  Keele university's campus, rich in architectural phenomena and detail, provides an incredible setting for an all-nighter. The rich history of the buildings on campus and surroundings can provoke a sense of nostalgia, which i

This Friday, May 2nd, Acid Jazz Records and Ace Records kick off the Spring Revisited campaign fully — a major collaboration celebrating the rich musical legacy of New York’s iconic Spring Records.   The first 12” release features dynamic new remixes of Millie Jackson’s 1979 classic "We Got To Hit It Off" by internationally renowned DJs Dimitri From Paris and Opolopo. Both were granted full access to the original 24-track master tapes, reconstructing the song from the ground up to crea

Little Buck ( Edward Ross ) recorded a small but significant amount of recordings in New Orleans between 1966 and 1970 for Seven B and Instant ,they are gathered together here on this great album ,including his work with Huey Smith and seven previously unissued recordings .His most Indemand record is the heavyweight funk track “ Little Boy Blue “ which is presented in its original mono form ,plus a newly discovered stereo master .The flip side “ Whisper My Name “ is great Southern Soul .The seco

Just a very quick shout about the latest crop of 'local map /events near me' map improvements The local soul /events near me feature displays events near you for the upcoming week,  you can select the 'town' and the 'range' for your very own bespoke local event view, or if looking further, by using the  '999' range you can view a national view of soul events this upcoming week. You can also navigate to the next week and so on to view even more future 'local' event views Improvemen

Details of the 2025 release, the latest in this long running series from Expansion Records Luxury Soul 2025 3 x CD Box Set Release Notes Expansion Records commences each year with the label’s most anticipated collection, “Luxury Soul”. The success of the series comes down to the quality of tracks sourced from independent soul music artists, often unsigned or with recordings previously unissued or on limited release elsewhere. Included on this unique collection are exclusives

Press release just passed on... Margate Soul Festival is back and bigger than ever, it's simply the best beachside festival this summer, packed with soul legends! Taking place on 2-4 Aug, it will be Margate's biggest and most eco-friendly festival, and it's also the longest running - this year is its 22nd year. We have a huge new beachside stage down on the prom behind the iconic Lido where you can dance right next to the sea. This year's epic headliners include House Go

Word on a new double Lp from Miles Records, available to pre-order right now, due for release on the 21st June 2024   Miles Away: One - Various Artists  2xLP  MALP 001 'Compiled by label founder Dom Ore, Miles Away: One is a collection of tracks that spans continents, era and genres. Rooted in soul this compilation features recordings from legendary musical figures side-by-side with lesser-known soulful gems – all beautifully bought together in one cohesive long player' https

A new edition of the 2005 hardback release,  it's a paperback edition but is priced at £26 Not sure what improvements etc are on offer here, when compared to the original book or indeed the quality as it Is listed as 'Independently published (8 Aug. 2024)' but Amazon does have a look inside preview available on their site, so you can check it out if interested My Sister Tommie: The Real Tammi Terrell - Paperback  8 Aug 2024 by Ludie Montgomery (Author), Vickie Wright (Author)

Just released a 4 cd box set via Soul Music Records (SMR) in association with The Second Disc... First Choice: Love Having You Around - The Gold Mind Recordings (1977-1980), 4CD Clamshell Box Soul Music Records CAT No SM4CR5216BX 23rd August 2024 Release notes Soul Music Records (SMR) in association with The Second Disc presents a 4CD box set of First Choice’s ground breaking recordings for Salsoul’s Gold Mind imprint. Key tracks include ‘Doctor Love’, ‘Let No Man P

A new 45 from Acid Jazz... Billy Valentine & The Universal Truth - Lady Day & John Coltrane / Home Is Where The Hatred is -  Acid Jazz AJX784s Release Date : 12 April 2024 Out and about, the release notes from Acid Jazz follow below A year on from the release of his critically acclaimed album ‘Billy Valentine And The Universal Truth’, released in collaboration between Flying Dutchman and Acid Jazz Records, Billy returns with a brand new take on a classic of conscious

Had the below press release passed on from label founder Eric Foss: Secret Stash Records now taking pre-orders for 250 unit hand numbered limited edition Bull & The Matadors 7" Hailing from East St. Louis, Illinois, Bull & the Matadors consisted of James Lafayette “Bull” Parks (born June 7, 1945), Milton Hardy, James Otis Love, and Robert Holmes.  In 1968 they made the trek 4 hours Northeast to work with the legendary Leaner family and their Toddlin’ Town label.   At that

Epsilon Record Co. is delighted to unveil its latest release, EPS033.   Cash Money Experience - Outside Looking In - Epsilon EPS 033 Listen to it here:     CASH MONEY EXPERIENCE FEAT. DARRY HOWARD (Nu-Rons)  2024 Columbia / South Carolina Title: "Outside Looking In" This 2024 recording showcases original artists who continue to captivate audiences with their exceptional music and require our support. Darryl Howard, the vocalist and song

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 r

Jalen Ngonda - That's All I Wanted From You b/w So Glad I Found You - Daptone DAP 1115 Release notes It is our distinct pleasure to offer up two more killer sides from the critically acclaimed long-player Come Around and Love Me, now available on the convenient, DJ-friendly 45rpm format. "That's All I Wanted From You" is a hard-hitting, sophisticated dancer already making waves on the UK soul scene and abroad. On the flip is "So Glad I Found You", an earnest ballad that showc

LRK records have just announced details of anupcoming 45 from James Holvay (who was recently featured in both our Source News and Video features). James Holvay - Love That Lady / Don't Take Your Love - LRK Records 33 Limited Edition 7" black Vinyl 300 copies Pre-order of Love That Lady / Don't Take Your Love. You get 2 tracks now (streaming via the free Bandcamp app and also available as a high-quality download in MP3, FLAC and more), plus the complete album the moment it’s releas

Due out soon, a brand new 45 from PM Warson due out on his own label marque FYND, distributed by Acid Jazz. PM Warson - Right Here Last Night / Retrace The Steps - Fynd FND001 Official release date 17 May 2024 and available to pre-order now, see links below Release Notes PM Warson is known for his breakout single ‘(Don’t) Hold Me Down’, with the original white-label pressing fetching hundreds of pounds on collector sites and eBay. After two acclaimed albums with the Légère Re

PRIME CUT I DON'T WANNA BE WITHOUT YOU / ANGEL EPSILON RECORD CO EPS031 (release date 26th of July 2024) PRIME CUT A Side: I DON'T WANNA BE WITHOUT YOU (previously unissued) B Side: ANGEL (previously unissued)   I am very exciting to introduce EPSILON RECORD CO latest release EPS031 Prime Cut Two fantastic and previously unissued tracks, perfect for the summer vibes. In 2021, I was working on the T.A.X.I.E project with my

Soul Direction have a new 45 out, details follow... Soul Direction Records are please to announce our next release. Ann Byers – “I’m Not Gonna Cry” / “Your Love Is A Wonderful Thing” – (Soul Direction) SD023 Release Date – 28th March 2025 (Pre Order from 14th March) Not much is known about Ann Byers as a person, but the Northern Soul scene is well-acquainted with her recordings on the Virtue and Academy labels. From her sparse biography, we know she was born in Philadelphia a

Press Release: The Scott Brothers “My Sweet Polly” (Previously Unissued)/Judson Moore & The Al-Tog Staff “Everybody Push & Pull” (Previously Unissued Studio Version) SJ559 Release Date:  Monday January 27th 2024   Once again Soul Junction have dipped back into the Scot-Tees Capri master tapes to bring to you two previously unissued tracks, the late 60’s dancer “My Sweet Polly” performed by The Scott Brothers coupled with a previously unheard studio version of Judson

The CAPITOLS - Don't say maybe baby (Rehearsal take) - Up On Top Now - HR037 'Hayley Records 25th Anniversary. 2000 - 2025 'Ain't that something' Following up on the recent EDWIN STARR release of his alternative take of 'You're my mellow' c/w DETROIT RHYTHM 'Baby you better go go'  HR 036, comes HR 037 The CAPITOLS 'Don't say maybe baby' (Rehearsal take) featuring two vocalists - group members Sammy George and Donald Storball, unlike the released version that only had Donald.

EPSILON RECORD CO. PROUDLY PRESENTS ITS LATEST RELEASE EPS 030  Williams Brothers - Thats Life / Rap On - Epsilon Record Co. A SUPERB DOUBLE SIDER SWEET SOUL & DEEP FUNK MONSTER! ORIGINALLY ISSUED ON TWAIN RECORD IN 1972 (limited edition of 300 copies only) £17.50 including UK shipping £20 Worldwide shipping Available to order now, Shipping from Friday 11th of May https://www.epsilonrecord.com   THE WILLIAMS BROTHERS EPS030: A: THAT

Soul Directions next upcoming release goes like this... Release Notes Soul Direction Records are pleased to announce the next release in the catalogue. Wee – “Trying To Tell You How I Feel” / “We Could Get It Together” SD022 Pre-Order from Friday 26th January for release date 5th February 2024. Both tracks “We Could Get It Together” & “Trying to Tell You How I Feel” featured in this latest Soul Direction outing were part of a master tape of unreleased tracks that nev

Just released... Shrine Records - Rare Soul Sides: Washington DC 1965-1967 'Seven new Shrine 45s, complete with an attractively packaged box containing rarely seen photos; soul heaven!' A 7 x 45 box set from Kent Records A 7 x 45 Box Set from Kent Records containing 14 sides billed as 'worthy of single releases'   Track Listing and Audio Side 1 01   We Called It Love - Barbara Long   02   Take It From Me - Traci     Side 2 01   Mind In A

Just in, release news from Soul Direction  Label release and sleeve notes follow below... Soul Direction are pleased to announce Their Next Release. Sharisma – “Trouble, Trouble” / “Something Wonderful” / “Love Is the Way” – SD021 Release Date – Tuesday 7th May 2024 Available to Order – Monday 29th April 2024 Available for the first time on vinyl courtesy of Emandolynn Music & Manny Campbell. Emandolynn Music did release the tracks, but in digital format on

Natasha Watts – Go Slow (Chris Baxter 2025 Rework)/ Right the Wrong (LRK-32) UK soul favourite Natasha Watts is back on LRK Records with a brand-new 7" 45. On the A-side is Go Slow (Chris Baxter 2025 Rework) – a fresh take on her groove-laden collab with European funk duo Cool Million (Frank Ryle & Rob Hardt), reworked with dancefloors in mind. On the flip is Right the Wrong – a fan favourite from her LP, now on 45 for the first time. Produced by Mike Patto & Toni Economides, i

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, ano

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

Official re-release of Frankie Staton & Speckled Rainbow's very rare soul 45 'Love One Another' and 'Bi-Centennial - 1976' on Tramp Records Having been featured on Tramp's recent 'Can You Feel It' compilation album, Frankie Staton's debut release is highly sought after in Soul and Funk 45 collectors circles. https://tramp.kudosrecords.co.uk/release/tr327/frankie-staton-bi-centennial-1976-feat-speckled-rainbow A second re-release I would like to recommend is by William Cummings

Pre-orders being taken now for the first 2 singles on the brand new West Grand label Under licence from Universal Music / Motown WG0001S1 Tears At The End Of A Love Affair - Marvin Gaye & Tammi Terrell Just Too Much To Hope For - Marvin Gaye & Kim Weston    WG0001S2 Think It Over (Before You Break My Heart)  A - Brenda Holloway (Vocal) B - Earl Van Dyke & The Soul Brothers (Instrumental) Debut worldwide release on any format for 2 previousl

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 w

Another upcoming classic vinyl lp reissue from Ace Records via their 70s imprint Southbound Fatback - Let's Do It Again - Southbound - Sew 168 Release date 28 June 2024 Release notes Formed by drummer Bill Curtis in 1970 the Fatback Band signed to Perception Records who issued this debut album in America in 1972. Recorded at Blue Rock Studio in New York, “Let’s Do It Again” featuring the soon to be patented Fatback sound, the album included originals like ‘Street D

Out this weekend a 'new/reissue' album release from BGP Ace Records, available right now on vinyl and cd. The Brides Of Funkenstein - Funk Or Walk Details below... Release Notes Preview   George Clinton’s imagination knew no bounds and, defying normal music industry convention, by 1978 had five bands signed to three different record labels. One of these comprised of three other Parliament/Funkadelic female backing singers working under the name of Parlet, whose debut single

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 fab

Details of a recent release from Acid Jazz Records Matt Berry Featuring Emma Noble - Beatmaker / Beatmaker (Instrumental) - Acid Jazz Records - AJX635S This cover of the 1970s psych funk classic by Swedish artist Doris recently had its first outing via the first episode of 'Toast of Tinseltown', a BBC series starring Matt Berry. It's a limited-edition picture sleeve 7" vinyl release, along with a smart picture sleeve you also get as a first time exclusive the instrumental version.

A new album by Uk artist Brooke Combe has been picking up interest in the msm, with the track 'This Town' also picking up mentions on here and elsewhere. Details and audio follow below   Brooke Combe - Dancing At The Edge Of The World - Modern Sky Uk Release notes Brooke Combe, a rising Scottish singer-songwriter, delves deep into her soulful roots with her new album 'Dancing at the Edge of the World'. This album marks her most authentic work yet, blending rich, emotive vocal

'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

An upcoming release from Soul Jazz Records - due for release on 27 September 2024 Miami Sound Vol. 2 - More Funk & Sound From Miami, Florida 1967-74 - Soul Jazz Records   Formats: 2xLP, CD and Mp3 Audio Sample ( Listen while you read) https://soundsoftheuniverse.com/audio/samplemix/94000/93037.mp3 Track Listing 1 Clean Up Woman - Betty Wright 2 Party Freaks - Miami 3 All This Love That I'm Giving - Gwen McCrae 4 Monkey Tamarind - The Beginnin

Movements Vol. 12  - Various Artists News about a new comp from Tramp records, available now via Cd, Lp and download formats, release notes follow below MOVEMENTS Vol.12 – A bag full of rare rhythm & blues, mod-jazz, and mid 70s funk. Side A (tracks 1-5) starts with rhythm & blues from the 1960s. Most of the tracks were pulled from hopelessly obscure 7" singles. The only names of which some of you might be familiar with are most likely Mat Mathews and Lu Elliott. However,

A heads up on an interesting upcoming album release from Ace Records, due out at the end of March 2025. Cd and Vinyl format Paul Weller Presents That Sweet, Sweet Music - CDTOP 1655 Label notes Soul music has always been in Paul Weller’s blood from early Jam covers of Martha & the Vandellas 1963 classic ‘Heatwave’. Along with other forms of music, soul found its way into Paul’s record collection, nourishing his ears and informing his own songwriting. Side 1 01  God

LRK is proud to announce the 7:45s will be releasing their debut album Spinning on 20 June. The 7:45s are an original soul collective from Manchester, UK – the brainchild of songwriter and bassist Sam Flynn. Inspired by the house bands of soul labels from Motown to Big Crown, the young collective spotlights guest vocalists such as Martin Connor and Nicole Battick. Named after 7-inch vinyl, The 7:45s write snappy singles that blend the vintage feel of rare groove with the songcraft of perfect po