Hot on the heels of Philadelphia International Classics: The Tom Moulton Remixes we're proud to announce the forthcoming release of.......

Philadelphia International: The 40th Anniversary Box Set

Harmless HURTBOX001 Release Date: 21st May 2012

Following on from the recent Top 40 album 'Philadelphia International: The Re-Edits" and the Current No.21 album 'Philadelphia International Classics: The Tom Moulton Remixes', it gives us great pleasure to introduce Philadelphia International: The 40th Anniversary Box Set - the most complete and comprehensive study of the Philadelphia International catalogue to date.

We invited world acknowledged Philadelphia International expert Ralph Tee to return to compile his second Box Set for the label following his previous ground-breaking 14 x vinyl LP box set in 1986 (over 25 years ago) which still regularly sells for £100+ on e-bay and throughout collectors circles. This time Ralph has the added benefit of a further 25 years of experience studying the Philadelphia International operation and a lot more time to play with over twelve and a half hours of pure quality music from one of the greatest labels of all time.

Also included within the package will be a 60 page full-size booklet containing full sleeve notes and track details from Ralph Tee (Ralph is also author of the definitive "Who's Who In Soul Music") which will also include a number of archive photos and key album scans.

We are also proud to include within the booklet for the first time ever, a fully comprehensive complete discography of all U.S. Philadelphia International and related labels compiled by Philadelphia International expert David Grimes (aka 'Phillydave'). An absolute must for all Philly collectors and especially Philadelphia International archivists as there has never been an officially printed full discography before.

All recordings will be fully re-mastered to the highest quality.

We will be doing a series of specially commissioned film clips of both Ralph Tee and Richard Searling interviewing Philadelphia International co-founder Kenny Gamble. This will be distributed via various social network forums, blogs and You Tube in the weeks leading up to release.

Track Listing

CD 1

1. Zach's Fanfare # 2 Original Album Version 1.03 M.F.S.B.

2. K-Jee Original Album Version 4.12 M.F.S.B.

3. T.S.O.P. (The Sound Of Philadelphia) Original Single Version 3.17 M.F.S.B. feat The Three Degrees

4. Message In The Music Original Single Version 3.21 The O'Jays

5. Sexy Original Single Version 3:10 M.F.S.B.

6. Let's Groove Original Single Version 3.03 Archie Bell & The Drells

7. Backstabbers Original Single Version 3:03 The O'Jays

8. The Love I Lost Original Single Version 3.32 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

9. When Will I See You Again Original Single Version 2.57 The Three Degrees

10. I Love Music Original Album Version 6.51 The O'Jays

11. I'll Always Love My Mama Original Single Version 2.41 The Intruders

12. Year Of Decision Original Single Version 2:38 The Three Degrees

13. The Soul City Walk Original Single Version 3.08 Archie Bell & The Drells

14. Bad Luck Original Album Version 6.24 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

15. Do It Any Way You Wanna Original Single Version 3:14 People's Choice

16. Philly Jump Original Album Version 5.06 Instant Funk

17. Take Good Care Of Yourself Original Single Version 3.03 The Three Degrees

18. Love Is The Message Original Album Version 6.36 M.F.S.B.

19. Show You The Way To Go Original Single Version 3.28 The Jacksons

20. Darlin' Darlin' Baby Original Album Version 4:17 The O'Jays

Running Time CD1: 75.45

CD 2

1. Win Place or Show (She's A Winner) Original Single Version 2.27 The Intruders

2. 992 Arguments Original Single Version 2.21 The O'Jays

3. Dirty Ol' Man Original Single Version 3.12 The Three Degrees

4. Satisfaction Guaranteed Or Take Your Love Back Original Single Version 3.26 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

5. Love Train Original Album Version 6.15 The O'Jays

6. Get Down With The Philly Sound Original Album Version 4.29 M.F.S.B.

7. Jam Jam Jam (All Night Long) Original Album Version 3.37 People's Choice

8. A Nice Girl Like You Original Album Version 3.20 The Intruders

9. If You Don't Know Me By Now Original Single Version 3.23 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

10. Me & Mrs Jones Original Album Version 4.47 Billy Paul

11. Wake Up Everybody Original Album Version 7.31 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

12. For The Love Of Money Original Single Version 3.32 The O'Jays

13. Don't Leave Me This Way Original Album Version 6.05 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

14. Livin' For The Weekend Original Single Version 2.52 The O'Jays

15. You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine Original Album Version 4:27 Lou Rawls

16. Free Love Original Album Version 4:02 Jean Carn

17. People Power Original Album Version 4:17 Billy Paul

18. Nobody Could Take Your Place Original Album Version 5:01 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

Running Time CD 2: 75.34

CD 3

1. You're The Reason Why Original Single Version 3.03 The Ebonys

2. Days Go By Original Single Version 2.36 Bobby Bennett

3. New York City's A Lonely Town Original Album Version 3.07 Dick Jensen

4. Stop And Think Original Single Version 3.07 The Trammps

5. One Day Of Peace Original Single Version 2.48 Love Committee

6. The Devil Made Me Do It Original Single Version 4.30 Robert Upchurch

7. Who In The World Original Single Version 3.59 The Ethics

8. Do You Like The Way I Love Original Single Version 3.04 The Ebonys

9. Never Let You Get Away From Me Extended Single Version 4.33 Anthony White

10. I'm A Changed Person Original Single Version 3.13 Kaleidoscope

11. If You Move, You Lose Original Single Version 2.57 Carolyn Crawford

12. I'm So Glad I'm Me 3:03 Original Album Version 3.01 The Ebonys

13. Can't Believe That You Love Me Original Album Version 3.53 Bunny Sigler

14. You Bring Out The Best In Me Original Single Version 3.15 Derek & Cyndi

15. Hey Baby Original Single Version 2.52 Anthony White

16. Where Do We Go From Here Original Album Version 4.27 The Trammps

17. Good & Plenty Original Album Version 2.41 Carolyn Crawford

18. Yellow Sunshine Original Album Version 4.07 Yellow Sunshine

19. To Be Happy Is The Real Thing Original Album Version 3.22 The Intruders

20. It's Forever Original Single Version 4.32 The Ebonys

Running Time CD 3: 69.41

CD 4

1. Where Are All My Friends Original Single Version 3:20 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

2. Summertime And I'm Feeling Mellow Original Album Version 4.04 M.F.S.B.

3. Let Life Flow Original Album Version 4:29 The O'Jays

4. If You Wanna Go Back Original Album Version 3:20 Jean Carn

5. It's Hard Not To Like You Original Album Version 3:59 Archie Bell & The Drells

6. Party Time Man Original Album Version 5:13 The Futures

7. Everyone's A Star Original Album Version 5:41 The Intruders

8. Your Love Is Good Original Album Version 2:52 Bunny Sigler

9. The Whole Town's Talking Original Album Version 4:44 Billy Paul

10. So Glad I'm The One Original Album Version 3:15 Instant Funk

11. Keep On Lovin' You Original Album Version 3:40 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

12. Yes You Need Love Original Album Version 3:32 Anthony White

13. It Ain't Reggae (But It's Funky) Original Album Version 3:44 Instant Funk

14. (You're The One) Someone Special Original Album Version 4.16 The Futures

15. Keep Smilin' Original Album Version 5:55 Bunny Sigler

16. I'm In Love Once Again Original Album Version 5.53 Jean Carn

17. The Whole Town's Laughing At Me Original Album Version 4:27 Teddy Pendergrass

18. Sooner Or Later Original Album Version 5.35 Billy Paul

Running Time CD4: 78.33

CD 5

1. Let's Make A Baby Original Album Version 3:48 Billy Paul

2. Now That We Found Love Original Single Version 3.07 The O'Jays

3. Blues Away Original Album Version 3.12 The Jacksons

4. I Believe In Love Original Album Version 3.56 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

5. Easy, Easy, Got To Take It Easy Original Album Version 4.53 Teddy Pendergrass

6. I Bet She Won't Love You Like I Do Original Album Version 3.16 Jean Carn

7. Use To Be My Girl Original Single Version 3.21 The O'Jays

8. Strength Of One Man Original Album Version 3.54 The Jacksons

9. See You When I Git There Original Single Version 3.07 Lou Rawls

10. Only You Original Album Version 5.05 Teddy Pendergrass

11. Intro/My Love Don't Come Easy Original Album Version 5.07 Jean Carn

12. Come On And Dance Dance Dance Original Album Version 5.28 Bunny Sigler

13. This Feeling Is Killing Me Original Album Version 3.30 The Jones Girls

14. Let 'Em In Original Single Version 3.32 Billy Paul

15. Picture Us Original Album Version 2.34 Bunny Sigler

16. Life Goes On Original Album Version 4.29 The Jones Girls

17. Lady Love Original Album Version 4.00 Lou Rawls

18. Where Will You Go When The Party's Over? Original Album Version 4.07 Archie Bell & The Drells

Running Time CD5: 71.02

CD 6

1. The More I Get, The More I Want Original Album Version 4.27 Teddy Pendergrass

2. Stop And Think It Over Original Album Version 4.24 Anthony White

3. Living Together Original Album Version 4.26 The Jacksons

4. (No, No) You Can't Come Back Now Original Album Version 2.28 Jean Carn

5. You Can't Hide From Yourself Original Album Version 4.06 Teddy Pendergrass

6. (I'm Just Thinking About) Cooling Out Original Single Version 3.35 Jerry Butler

7. Only The Strong Survive Original Single Version 3:25 Billy Paul

8. Use Ta Be My Guy Original Album Version 5.13 M.F.S.B.

9. I Don't Love You Anymore Original Album Version 3.59 Teddy Pendergrass

10. To Prove I Love You Original Album Version 4.11 The O'Jays

11. Things Are Gonna Get Better Original Album Version 2.55 Bunny Sigler

12. Not The Staying Kind Original Album Version 3.52 Lou Rawls

13. Holdin' On Original Album Version 4.52 Dexter Wansel

14. Don't Let Love Get You Down Original Album Version 4.20 Archie Bell & The Drells

15. Let's Clean Up The Ghetto Original Album Version 4.51 The Philadelphia All Stars

16. You're Gonna Make Me Love Somebody Else Original Album Version 4.30 The Jones Girls

17. What's The Matter With The World? Original Album Version 5.56 Lou Rawls

18. When Somebody Loves You Back Original Album Version 4.58 Teddy Pendergrass

Running Time CD6: 78.57

CD 7

1. Life On Mars Original Album Version 5.51 Dexter Wansel

2. Soncer (The Infinite Hour Glass) Original Album Version 6.20 Michael Pedicin Jr.

3. Tight Money Original Album Version 4.48 Leon Huff

4. Compared To What Original Album Version 5.20 Billy Paul

5. For The Love of Money Original Album Version 4.12 Thad Jones & Mel Lewis

6. Something For Nothing Original Album Version 2.58 M.F.S.B.

7. Lover Man (Oh Where Can You Be) Original Album Version 4.06 Patti LaBelle

8. Manhattan Skyline Original Album Version 4.47 M.F.S.B.

9. In Good Faith Original Album Version 5.12 Norman Harris

10. Reality Original Album Version 5.36 Monk Montgomery

11. Forever With You Original Album Version 4.18 Phyllis Hyman

12. My Favourite Person Original Album Version 4.14 The Rojas

13. I Ain't Jivin', I'm Jammin' Original Album Version 5.55 Leon Huff

14. Mysteries of the World Original Album Version 5.28 M.F.S.B.

15. Theme from The Planets Original Album Version 4.52 Dexter Wansel

16. Malorie Original Album Version 3.46 Billy Paul

Running Time CD7: 78.16

CD 8

1. Come Go With Me Original Album Version 5.48 Teddy Pendergrass

2. Don't Let It Go To Your Head Original Album Version 4.51 Jean Carn

3. Mine All Mine Original Album Version 4.31 The Stylistics

4. I'm In Love Again Original Album Version 5.52 Patti LaBelle

5. Brandy Original Album Version 4.13 The O'Jays

6. The Sweetest Pain Original Album Version 5.42 Dexter Wansel

7. Ain't No Time Fa Nothing Original Album Version 5.29 The Futures

8. When I'm Gone Original Album Version 4.48 The Jones Girls

9. Turn Off The Lights Original Album Version 5.54 Teddy Pendergrass

10. I Can't Stop (Turning You On) Original Album Version 3.56 Silk

11. I've Been Pushed Aside Original Album Version 5.11 McFadden & Whitehead

12. We Got Some Catchin' Up To Do Original Album Version 5.02 Jean Carn

13. Maybe It's Love This Time Original Album Version 4.09 The Stylistics

14. Who Can I Run To Original 12" Extended Mix 4.43 The Jones Girls

15. Close The Door Original Album Version 3.33 Teddy Pendergrass

16. Children Of The Night Original Album Version 5.12 The Jones Girls

Running Time CD8: 79.22

CD 9

1. Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now Original Album Version 7.01 McFadden & Whitehead

2. Was That All It Was Original 12" Mix 6.28 Jean Carn

3. Bring The Family Back Original Album Version 5.00 Billy Paul

4. Nights Over Egypt Original Album Version 4.40 The Jones Girls

5. Put Our Heads Together Original Album Version 5.41 The O'Jays

6. Keep It Comin' Original Album Version 4.48 The Jones Girls

7. I Heard It In A Love Song Original Album Version 5.11 McFadden & Whitehead

8. The Spirit's In It Original Album Version 5.49 Patti LaBelle

9. Strut Your Funky Stuff Original Single Version 3.37 Frantique

10. What's Your Name Original Album Version 4.53 The Stylistics

11. Dance Turned Into Romance Original Album Version 4.28 The Jones Girls

12. Strategy Original Album Version 6.55 Archie Bell & The Drells

13. I Love You Anyway Original Album Version 4.30 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

14. Betcha Lucky Star Original Album Version 4.51 Jean Carn

15. Let Me Be Good To You Original Album Version 5.28 Lou Rawls

Running Time CD9: 79.48

CD 10

1. Love You Direct Original Album Version 3.51 The O'Jays

2. Ain't You Had Enough Love Original Album Version 4.13 Phyllis Hyman

3. Somebody's Gotta Move Original Album Version 5.12 The Dells

4. Do You Get Enough Love Original Album Version 4.36 Shirley Jones

5. First Time Together Original Album Version 4.03 Phyllis Hyman

6. I Can't Forget You Original Album Version 4.30 Patti LaBelle

7. Hurry Up This Way Again Original Album Version 5.53 The Stylistics

8. Easy Money Original Album Version 4.03 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

9. Summer Fling Original Album Version 4.49 The O'Jays

10. This Too Shall Pass Original Album Version 5.27 Phyllis Hyman

11. Baby Don't Go Away Mad Original Album Version 4.38 The Dells

12. She Knew About Me Original Album Version 4.35 Shirley Jones

13. If Only You Knew Original Album Version 4.44 Patti LaBelle

14. Extraordinary Girl Original Single Version 5.19 The O'Jays

15. Heaven Only Knows Original Album Version 4.07 Teddy Pendergrass

16. Baby Don't Go, Yet Original Single Version 5.23 The Jones Girls

Running Time CD10: 75.54

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Not a bad year for Philly ay?

Ian D

Edited April 22, 201213 yr by Ian Dewhirst

Not too hard to work out what I'm getting for my birthday this year Ian

i"m havin that, please remind me when its due to be released..luv it x

Not too hard to work out what I'm getting for my birthday this year Ian

It'll be a lifelong investment Martin. You could spend years just pouring through Phillydave's 22 page comprehensive PIR discography alone LOL...

Who were the Knights And Arthur on Gamble 202.....?

What's Donnie Vann's "Hold Back The Night" on Gamble 241 like? It's not the Trammps song is it.....?

Who has the full collection of the special edits of Lou Rawl's REGIONAL vocals on "Let's Clean Up The Ghetto" - mentioning Boston, Washington, Miami, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Detroit, St Louis, Houston, Chicago, Cincinatti, Cleveland, Dallas, San Francisco and Los Angeles.....?

Fascinating stuff mate.

60 page booklet should get you through a weekend LOL....

Ian D

Nice set Ian but....maybe i can't see but no 'I Miss You' - Harold Melvin , 'Love Train' - Bunny Sigler and one of my all time favourites Carolyn Crawford's - 'Just Got To Be More Careful'??

And what is the rational with the running order - not in chronological order?

Mike

and one of my all time favourites Carolyn Crawford's - 'Just Got To Be More Careful'??

first thing i looked for too mike

Edited April 4, 201213 yr by ric-tic

Nice set Ian but....maybe i can't see but no 'I Miss You' - Harold Melvin , 'Love Train' - Bunny Sigler and one of my all time favourites Carolyn Crawford's - 'Just Got To Be More Careful'??

And what is the rational with the running order - not in chronological order?

Mike

Hi Mike,

As Ralph says, he'd have to compile 20 CD's to please everyone. He missed out some faves of mine too - "Time To Get Down" - The O'Jays, "I Don't Want To Cry" - Dick Jensen, "Unity" - The O'Jays etc, etc but I guess everyone has a different compilation. He could probably have included 3 seperate albums by the O'Jays alone if you think about it.

However, there is another Richard Searling Philly project coming up soon and we are trying to avoid too much track replication on all these releases.

Unlike the Moulton package Ralph deliberately didn't compile this in chronological order because he preferred the sequencing the way he's done it, which is every compilers prerogative. For instance, CD 7 is the more Jazzy side of the labels which wouldn't have been possible if he'd gone for the chronological approach......

I honestly believe whoever compiled this would leave out some peoples favorite tracks. That's the problem with such a huge catalogue - can't please everyone.

Patience is a virtue MIke. I'm pretty sure those tracks will end up on another project!

Ian D

first thing i looked for too mike

As I said above, good things come to those who wait!

Ian D

As I said above, good things come to those who wait!

Ian D

im waiting

the only problem i have with this box set is how do those cds fit in that box it dosnt seem tall enough , ive been trying to work it out for hours honest i wont sleep :D

im waiting

the only problem i have with this box set is how do those cds fit in that box it dosnt seem tall enough , ive been trying to work it out for hours honest i wont sleep :D

Are you taking the 2" lid into account I wonder....?

It's a very snug package! I went through about 10 different prototypes before I settled on that one. The design protects the contents when the lid's on which prevents the contents from falling out!

Ian D

Edited April 4, 201213 yr by Ian Dewhirst

all taken into account ian seems the lid slides down somewhat, ive looked at it from every angle, i guess ill just have to buy one to see for myself

all taken into account ian seems the lid slides down somewhat, ive looked at it from every angle, i guess ill just have to buy one to see for myself

Got it in one. The optical illusion is part of the marketing process.....

Ian D

It's with a massive sigh of relief that I can say that Kenny Gamble & Leon Huff have signed off on the PIR 40th Anniversary box set.

Phew.

They went through every detail of the 60 page book including the 20 odd pages of Philly Dave's discography and gave us the thumbs up so we're now good to go on the 21/05/12.

Ian D

Edited April 21, 201213 yr by Ian Dewhirst

My order has already gone in, following on from the Tom Moulton re-mixes it's going to be a Philly Summer

I for one appreciate the sterling efforts that has gone into the production

Dave

My order has already gone in, following on from the Tom Moulton re-mixes it's going to be a Philly Summer

I for one appreciate the sterling efforts that has gone into the production

Dave

Cheers Dave. We went through about 10 drafts on the booklet, so you can imagine how much fun that was to get signed off! Philly International went through 3 lots of fax paper (which everybody had trouble reading LOL) and then Joe Tarsia was consulted to lend his eagle eye to everything. They'd never seen the actual discography laid out before so I think they're happy!

Ian D

Bet Gamble & Huff spotted/mentioned the missing Carolyn Crawford

Bet Gamble & Huff spotted/mentioned the missing Carolyn Crawford

It's not so much missing but more Ralph preferred the other two cuts which is the compiler's prerogative I guess. Actually it could be handy since it will probably fit a future "PIR Rarities' package which I'm hoping to get out later this year.

But you're right Mike. They don't miss much apart the stuff that they simply can't remember anymore. As Kenny said when he came over in November, he and Leon spent the best part of 20 years locked in the studio only dimly aware of what what going on outside 'cos they were too busy with the next session!

Ian D

Who has the full collection of the special edits of Lou Rawl's REGIONAL vocals on "Let's Clean Up The Ghetto" - mentioning Boston, Washington, Miami, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Detroit, St Louis, Houston, Chicago, Cincinatti, Cleveland, Dallas, San Francisco and Los Angeles.....?

Hi Ian

I have 11 special edits......heard there were 13 in total .......but looking at your list Boston is "new " to me. Thought I was just missing LA & Detroit

I have;

Washington DC

St Louis

Chicago

Baltimore

Cincinnati

Cleveland

San Francisco

Miami

Houston

Dallas

and best of all Philadelphia

Would like to know the true number of edits

Cheers Paul

Hi Ian

I have 11 special edits......heard there were 13 in total .......but looking at your list Boston is "new " to me. Thought I was just missing LA & Detroit

I have;

Washington DC

St Louis

Chicago

Baltimore

Cincinnati

Cleveland

San Francisco

Miami

Houston

Dallas

and best of all Philadelphia

Would like to know the true number of edits

Cheers Paul

Hi Paul,

Try 14. I'm sure Philly Dave won't object if I list 'em (plus it gives you some idea of the level of detail that Dave went into in compiling the full discography).......

1977:

*1133 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Boston edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Boston edit)"

*1134 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Washington edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Washington edit)"

*1135 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Miami edit)"

/"Let's clean up the ghetto (Miami edit)"

*1136 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Philadelphia edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Philadelphia edit )"

*1137 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Baltimore edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Baltimore edit)"

*1138 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Detroit edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Detroit edit)"

*1139 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (St.Louis edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (St.Louis edit )"

*1140 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Houston edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Houston edit)"

*1141 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Chicago edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Chicago edit)"

*1142 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Cincinnati edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Cincinnati edit)"

*1143 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Cleveland edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Cleveland edit )"

*1144 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Dallas edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Dallas edit)"

*1145 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (San Francisco edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (San Francisco edit)"

*1146 Philadelphia Int All Stars "Let's clean up the ghetto (Los Angeles edit)"/

"Let's clean up the ghetto (Los Angeles edit)"

* The above are identical except for Lou Rawls singing the name of the different

City at the record's start.

18 days to release! I'm excited. Pre-orders are incredible!

Mind you, I'm not surprised seeing as you can pick it up at a price that equivalent to £1 per year for the last 40 years LOL.....

Ian D

christ i have only just bought the TM remixes 4 CD set and now this, is it just me or is a tad too much being rushed out !!

christ i have only just bought the TM remixes 4 CD set and now this, is it just me or is a tad too much being rushed out !!

Not rushed Ian LOL. Both the Moulton package and the 10 CD box set were actually delayed! Moulton should've been out in January and the box set for February, so, as my boss keeps on telling me, I'm waaaaay behind!

However, yes, I am trying to get as many releases as possible out whilst the market is still holding up. Who knows what'll happen in another couple of years or so.......?

Ian D

Finished copies came up today and I'm happy to say that it's absolutely beautiful! I can't even bring myself to open mine LOL.

That Amazon price is ridiculously tempting I have to say. I reckon this level of package would normally be in the £60-£70 level!

Amazon Link:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B006ZGDC26/ref=s9_simh_bw_p15_d0_g15_i1?pf_rd_m=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&pf_rd_s=center-4&pf_rd_r=02ZSTMKSXRCA7Q5PKJA6&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=234852867&pf_rd_i=229816

12 days to release!

Ian D

Edited May 9, 201213 yr by Ian Dewhirst

Any chance that the Cecil Womack produced Peace Int track by Young Disciples (group name may be wrong ?) will gain release as part of one of the proposed CD sets ??

Any chance that the Cecil Womack produced Peace Int track by Young Disciples (group name may be wrong ?) will gain release as part of one of the proposed CD sets ??

Yep. I know the track you're talking about and we're pulling the tapes of that. Any other tips Roburt?

Ian D

IAN, being totally selfish ..... every unissued Philly Int Jones Girls & / or Shirley jones track available.

Love the Jones Girls stuff (almost) as much as I love The Emotions Volt cuts.

IAN, being totally selfish ..... every unissued Philly Int Jones Girls & / or Shirley jones track available.

Love the Jones Girls stuff (almost) as much as I love The Emotions Volt cuts.

Yep, don't worry, we'll be pulling all the Jones Girls tracks we don't recognise. We've got hold of a PIR master tape list so we're going through that now!

There's loads of stuff on the list including lots of none PIR but Sigma Sound studio recorded masters which have ended up in PIR's possesssion. Looks like it could be a treasure trove. The only problem is that we have to choose carefully as the system for pulling and transferring the tapes is not cheap!

Ian D

Love the 'remix' releases ..... have too many orig PI cuts on vinyl (45 & LP) + some CD's to invest in the big box set but can't wait for the Rareties & unissued stuff.

And the first copy gets unveiled.........

Ian D

And the first copy gets unveiled.........

Ian D

Don't make the same mistake as others Ian - be sure to have it proof read it over and over and played too before final pressing.

PM me and I'll let you have my address - I've got bags of time on my hands.

Don't make the same mistake as others Ian - be sure to have it proof read it over and over and played too before final pressing.

PM me and I'll let you have my address - I've got bags of time on my hands.

LOL, you're about 2 months too late Mike. I'll bear you in mind when we get to the HI Box later this year!

Ian D

And the first copy gets unveiled.........

Ian D

Looking good can't wait for it to be delivered.

Any chance that the Cecil Womack produced Peace Int track by Young Disciples (group name may be wrong ?) will gain release as part of one of the proposed CD sets ??

It's Young Delegation, they released 1 LP & 1 45 on Peace Int.

It'll be a lifelong investment Martin. You could spend years just pouring through Phillydave's 22 page comprehensive PIR discography alone LOL...

Who were the Knights And Arthur on Gamble 202.....?

What's Donnie Vann's "Hold Back The Night" on Gamble 241 like? It's not the Trammps song is it.....?

Who has the full collection of the special edits of Lou Rawl's REGIONAL vocals on "Let's Clean Up The Ghetto" - mentioning Boston, Washington, Miami, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Detroit, St Louis, Houston, Chicago, Cincinatti, Cleveland, Dallas, San Francisco and Los Angeles.....?

Fascinating stuff mate.

60 page booklet should get you through a weekend LOL....

Ian D

i do

Hot on the heels of Philadelphia International Classics: The Tom Moulton Remixes we're proud to announce the forthcoming release of.......

Philadelphia International: The 40th Anniversary Box Set

Harmless HURTBOX001 Release Date: 21st May 2012

Following on from the recent Top 40 album 'Philadelphia International: The Re-Edits" and the Current No.21 album 'Philadelphia International Classics: The Tom Moulton Remixes', it gives us great pleasure to introduce Philadelphia International: The 40th Anniversary Box Set - the most complete and comprehensive study of the Philadelphia International catalogue to date.

We invited world acknowledged Philadelphia International expert Ralph Tee to return to compile his second Box Set for the label following his previous ground-breaking 14 x vinyl LP box set in 1986 (over 25 years ago) which still regularly sells for £100+ on e-bay and throughout collectors circles. This time Ralph has the added benefit of a further 25 years of experience studying the Philadelphia International operation and a lot more time to play with over twelve and a half hours of pure quality music from one of the greatest labels of all time.

Also included within the package will be a 60 page full-size booklet containing full sleeve notes and track details from Ralph Tee (Ralph is also author of the definitive "Who's Who In Soul Music") which will also include a number of archive photos and key album scans.

We are also proud to include within the booklet for the first time ever, a fully comprehensive complete discography of all U.S. Philadelphia International and related labels compiled by Philadelphia International expert David Grimes (aka 'Phillydave'). An absolute must for all Philly collectors and especially Philadelphia International archivists as there has never been an officially printed full discography before.

All recordings will be fully re-mastered to the highest quality.

We will be doing a series of specially commissioned film clips of both Ralph Tee and Richard Searling interviewing Philadelphia International co-founder Kenny Gamble. This will be distributed via various social network forums, blogs and You Tube in the weeks leading up to release.

Track Listing

CD 1

1. Zach's Fanfare # 2 Original Album Version 1.03 M.F.S.B.

2. K-Jee Original Album Version 4.12 M.F.S.B.

3. T.S.O.P. (The Sound Of Philadelphia) Original Single Version 3.17 M.F.S.B. feat The Three Degrees

4. Message In The Music Original Single Version 3.21 The O'Jays

5. Sexy Original Single Version 3:10 M.F.S.B.

6. Let's Groove Original Single Version 3.03 Archie Bell & The Drells

7. Backstabbers Original Single Version 3:03 The O'Jays

8. The Love I Lost Original Single Version 3.32 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

9. When Will I See You Again Original Single Version 2.57 The Three Degrees

10. I Love Music Original Album Version 6.51 The O'Jays

11. I'll Always Love My Mama Original Single Version 2.41 The Intruders

12. Year Of Decision Original Single Version 2:38 The Three Degrees

13. The Soul City Walk Original Single Version 3.08 Archie Bell & The Drells

14. Bad Luck Original Album Version 6.24 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

15. Do It Any Way You Wanna Original Single Version 3:14 People's Choice

16. Philly Jump Original Album Version 5.06 Instant Funk

17. Take Good Care Of Yourself Original Single Version 3.03 The Three Degrees

18. Love Is The Message Original Album Version 6.36 M.F.S.B.

19. Show You The Way To Go Original Single Version 3.28 The Jacksons

20. Darlin' Darlin' Baby Original Album Version 4:17 The O'Jays

Running Time CD1: 75.45

CD 2

1. Win Place or Show (She's A Winner) Original Single Version 2.27 The Intruders

2. 992 Arguments Original Single Version 2.21 The O'Jays

3. Dirty Ol' Man Original Single Version 3.12 The Three Degrees

4. Satisfaction Guaranteed Or Take Your Love Back Original Single Version 3.26 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

5. Love Train Original Album Version 6.15 The O'Jays

6. Get Down With The Philly Sound Original Album Version 4.29 M.F.S.B.

7. Jam Jam Jam (All Night Long) Original Album Version 3.37 People's Choice

8. A Nice Girl Like You Original Album Version 3.20 The Intruders

9. If You Don't Know Me By Now Original Single Version 3.23 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

10. Me & Mrs Jones Original Album Version 4.47 Billy Paul

11. Wake Up Everybody Original Album Version 7.31 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

12. For The Love Of Money Original Single Version 3.32 The O'Jays

13. Don't Leave Me This Way Original Album Version 6.05 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

14. Livin' For The Weekend Original Single Version 2.52 The O'Jays

15. You'll Never Find Another Love Like Mine Original Album Version 4:27 Lou Rawls

16. Free Love Original Album Version 4:02 Jean Carn

17. People Power Original Album Version 4:17 Billy Paul

18. Nobody Could Take Your Place Original Album Version 5:01 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

Running Time CD 2: 75.34

CD 3

1. You're The Reason Why Original Single Version 3.03 The Ebonys

2. Days Go By Original Single Version 2.36 Bobby Bennett

3. New York City's A Lonely Town Original Album Version 3.07 Dick Jensen

4. Stop And Think Original Single Version 3.07 The Trammps

5. One Day Of Peace Original Single Version 2.48 Love Committee

6. The Devil Made Me Do It Original Single Version 4.30 Robert Upchurch

7. Who In The World Original Single Version 3.59 The Ethics

8. Do You Like The Way I Love Original Single Version 3.04 The Ebonys

9. Never Let You Get Away From Me Extended Single Version 4.33 Anthony White

10. I'm A Changed Person Original Single Version 3.13 Kaleidoscope

11. If You Move, You Lose Original Single Version 2.57 Carolyn Crawford

12. I'm So Glad I'm Me 3:03 Original Album Version 3.01 The Ebonys

13. Can't Believe That You Love Me Original Album Version 3.53 Bunny Sigler

14. You Bring Out The Best In Me Original Single Version 3.15 Derek & Cyndi

15. Hey Baby Original Single Version 2.52 Anthony White

16. Where Do We Go From Here Original Album Version 4.27 The Trammps

17. Good & Plenty Original Album Version 2.41 Carolyn Crawford

18. Yellow Sunshine Original Album Version 4.07 Yellow Sunshine

19. To Be Happy Is The Real Thing Original Album Version 3.22 The Intruders

20. It's Forever Original Single Version 4.32 The Ebonys

Running Time CD 3: 69.41

CD 4

1. Where Are All My Friends Original Single Version 3:20 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

2. Summertime And I'm Feeling Mellow Original Album Version 4.04 M.F.S.B.

3. Let Life Flow Original Album Version 4:29 The O'Jays

4. If You Wanna Go Back Original Album Version 3:20 Jean Carn

5. It's Hard Not To Like You Original Album Version 3:59 Archie Bell & The Drells

6. Party Time Man Original Album Version 5:13 The Futures

7. Everyone's A Star Original Album Version 5:41 The Intruders

8. Your Love Is Good Original Album Version 2:52 Bunny Sigler

9. The Whole Town's Talking Original Album Version 4:44 Billy Paul

10. So Glad I'm The One Original Album Version 3:15 Instant Funk

11. Keep On Lovin' You Original Album Version 3:40 Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes

12. Yes You Need Love Original Album Version 3:32 Anthony White

13. It Ain't Reggae (But It's Funky) Original Album Version 3:44 Instant Funk

14. (You're The One) Someone Special Original Album Version 4.16 The Futures

15. Keep Smilin' Original Album Version 5:55 Bunny Sigler

16. I'm In Love Once Again Original Album Version 5.53 Jean Carn

17. The Whole Town's Laughing At Me Original Album Version 4:27 Teddy Pendergrass

18. Sooner Or Later Original Album Version 5.35 Billy Paul

Running Time CD4: 78.33

CD 5

1. Let's Make A Baby Original Album Version 3:48 Billy Paul

2. Now That We Found Love Original Single Version 3.07 The O'Jays

3. Blues Away Original Album Version 3.12 The Jacksons

4. I Believe In Love Original Album Version 3.56 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

5. Easy, Easy, Got To Take It Easy Original Album Version 4.53 Teddy Pendergrass

6. I Bet She Won't Love You Like I Do Original Album Version 3.16 Jean Carn

7. Use To Be My Girl Original Single Version 3.21 The O'Jays

8. Strength Of One Man Original Album Version 3.54 The Jacksons

9. See You When I Git There Original Single Version 3.07 Lou Rawls

10. Only You Original Album Version 5.05 Teddy Pendergrass

11. Intro/My Love Don't Come Easy Original Album Version 5.07 Jean Carn

12. Come On And Dance Dance Dance Original Album Version 5.28 Bunny Sigler

13. This Feeling Is Killing Me Original Album Version 3.30 The Jones Girls

14. Let 'Em In Original Single Version 3.32 Billy Paul

15. Picture Us Original Album Version 2.34 Bunny Sigler

16. Life Goes On Original Album Version 4.29 The Jones Girls

17. Lady Love Original Album Version 4.00 Lou Rawls

18. Where Will You Go When The Party's Over? Original Album Version 4.07 Archie Bell & The Drells

Running Time CD5: 71.02

CD 6

1. The More I Get, The More I Want Original Album Version 4.27 Teddy Pendergrass

2. Stop And Think It Over Original Album Version 4.24 Anthony White

3. Living Together Original Album Version 4.26 The Jacksons

4. (No, No) You Can't Come Back Now Original Album Version 2.28 Jean Carn

5. You Can't Hide From Yourself Original Album Version 4.06 Teddy Pendergrass

6. (I'm Just Thinking About) Cooling Out Original Single Version 3.35 Jerry Butler

7. Only The Strong Survive Original Single Version 3:25 Billy Paul

8. Use Ta Be My Guy Original Album Version 5.13 M.F.S.B.

9. I Don't Love You Anymore Original Album Version 3.59 Teddy Pendergrass

10. To Prove I Love You Original Album Version 4.11 The O'Jays

11. Things Are Gonna Get Better Original Album Version 2.55 Bunny Sigler

12. Not The Staying Kind Original Album Version 3.52 Lou Rawls

13. Holdin' On Original Album Version 4.52 Dexter Wansel

14. Don't Let Love Get You Down Original Album Version 4.20 Archie Bell & The Drells

15. Let's Clean Up The Ghetto Original Album Version 4.51 The Philadelphia All Stars

16. You're Gonna Make Me Love Somebody Else Original Album Version 4.30 The Jones Girls

17. What's The Matter With The World? Original Album Version 5.56 Lou Rawls

18. When Somebody Loves You Back Original Album Version 4.58 Teddy Pendergrass

Running Time CD6: 78.57

CD 7

1. Life On Mars Original Album Version 5.51 Dexter Wansel

2. Soncer (The Infinite Hour Glass) Original Album Version 6.20 Michael Pedicin Jr.

3. Tight Money Original Album Version 4.48 Leon Huff

4. Compared To What Original Album Version 5.20 Billy Paul

5. For The Love of Money Original Album Version 4.12 Thad Jones & Mel Lewis

6. Something For Nothing Original Album Version 2.58 M.F.S.B.

7. Lover Man (Oh Where Can You Be) Original Album Version 4.06 Patti LaBelle

8. Manhattan Skyline Original Album Version 4.47 M.F.S.B.

9. In Good Faith Original Album Version 5.12 Norman Harris

10. Reality Original Album Version 5.36 Monk Montgomery

11. Forever With You Original Album Version 4.18 Phyllis Hyman

12. My Favourite Person Original Album Version 4.14 The Rojas

13. I Ain't Jivin', I'm Jammin' Original Album Version 5.55 Leon Huff

14. Mysteries of the World Original Album Version 5.28 M.F.S.B.

15. Theme from The Planets Original Album Version 4.52 Dexter Wansel

16. Malorie Original Album Version 3.46 Billy Paul

Running Time CD7: 78.16

CD 8

1. Come Go With Me Original Album Version 5.48 Teddy Pendergrass

2. Don't Let It Go To Your Head Original Album Version 4.51 Jean Carn

3. Mine All Mine Original Album Version 4.31 The Stylistics

4. I'm In Love Again Original Album Version 5.52 Patti LaBelle

5. Brandy Original Album Version 4.13 The O'Jays

6. The Sweetest Pain Original Album Version 5.42 Dexter Wansel

7. Ain't No Time Fa Nothing Original Album Version 5.29 The Futures

8. When I'm Gone Original Album Version 4.48 The Jones Girls

9. Turn Off The Lights Original Album Version 5.54 Teddy Pendergrass

10. I Can't Stop (Turning You On) Original Album Version 3.56 Silk

11. I've Been Pushed Aside Original Album Version 5.11 McFadden & Whitehead

12. We Got Some Catchin' Up To Do Original Album Version 5.02 Jean Carn

13. Maybe It's Love This Time Original Album Version 4.09 The Stylistics

14. Who Can I Run To Original 12" Extended Mix 4.43 The Jones Girls

15. Close The Door Original Album Version 3.33 Teddy Pendergrass

16. Children Of The Night Original Album Version 5.12 The Jones Girls

Running Time CD8: 79.22

CD 9

1. Ain't No Stoppin' Us Now Original Album Version 7.01 McFadden & Whitehead

2. Was That All It Was Original 12" Mix 6.28 Jean Carn

3. Bring The Family Back Original Album Version 5.00 Billy Paul

4. Nights Over Egypt Original Album Version 4.40 The Jones Girls

5. Put Our Heads Together Original Album Version 5.41 The O'Jays

6. Keep It Comin' Original Album Version 4.48 The Jones Girls

7. I Heard It In A Love Song Original Album Version 5.11 McFadden & Whitehead

8. The Spirit's In It Original Album Version 5.49 Patti LaBelle

9. Strut Your Funky Stuff Original Single Version 3.37 Frantique

10. What's Your Name Original Album Version 4.53 The Stylistics

11. Dance Turned Into Romance Original Album Version 4.28 The Jones Girls

12. Strategy Original Album Version 6.55 Archie Bell & The Drells

13. I Love You Anyway Original Album Version 4.30 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

14. Betcha Lucky Star Original Album Version 4.51 Jean Carn

15. Let Me Be Good To You Original Album Version 5.28 Lou Rawls

Running Time CD9: 79.48

CD 10

1. Love You Direct Original Album Version 3.51 The O'Jays

2. Ain't You Had Enough Love Original Album Version 4.13 Phyllis Hyman

3. Somebody's Gotta Move Original Album Version 5.12 The Dells

4. Do You Get Enough Love Original Album Version 4.36 Shirley Jones

5. First Time Together Original Album Version 4.03 Phyllis Hyman

6. I Can't Forget You Original Album Version 4.30 Patti LaBelle

7. Hurry Up This Way Again Original Album Version 5.53 The Stylistics

8. Easy Money Original Album Version 4.03 Dee Dee Sharp Gamble

9. Summer Fling Original Album Version 4.49 The O'Jays

10. This Too Shall Pass Original Album Version 5.27 Phyllis Hyman

11. Baby Don't Go Away Mad Original Album Version 4.38 The Dells

12. She Knew About Me Original Album Version 4.35 Shirley Jones

13. If Only You Knew Original Album Version 4.44 Patti LaBelle

14. Extraordinary Girl Original Single Version 5.19 The O'Jays

15. Heaven Only Knows Original Album Version 4.07 Teddy Pendergrass

16. Baby Don't Go, Yet Original Single Version 5.23 The Jones Girls

Running Time CD10: 75.54

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Not a bad year for Philly ay?

Ian D

ooohhhh gonna treat myself to this one xx

Looking good can't wait for it to be delivered.

Far be it from me to hype one of my own releases Daryl but this is just a beautiful body of work to own.

Also, as someone pointed out the other day, at the current Amazon price, it works out at a quid a year for the last 40 years of PIR which has to be a bargain whichever way you look at it.

This release is currently pre-selling at the same rate as a normal Harmless release which is pretty incredible in the current climate.

You'll be well happy mate. Tell everyone in Hull to buy it!

Ian D

ooohhhh gonna treat myself to this one xx

Twelve and a half hours of impeccably brilliant music and 175 beautifully produced, arranged and written songs from the masters of the game in a state-of-the-art box with a 60 page booklet including the full Mighty Three discography......?

Go on. Spoil yourself. You deserve it and it'll last you the rest of your life. It's the bargain of the century and probably better than sex!

Ian D

It's Young Delegation, they released 1 LP & 1 45 on Peace Int.

Already several mentions of this track from various sources, so one for the forthcoming projects I suspect Dave....?

I'm kinda excited because tomorrow morning a whole heap of national journalists and major radio DJ's will be pouring over your discography with their morning coffees wondering why they've never heard half of the listings LOL....

Dick Jensen's incredible "New York City's A Lonely Town" which Richard Searling has been championing just lately is already getting wider attention which is pretty incredible for a 'forgotten' 40 year old record. Sounds phenomenal though. It's such a gas that Philly International is getting such widespread recognition again from all sectors of the media. It's important that music of this pedigree is getting major attention again 'cos most current music can't touch it.

All good and I can't thank you enough for allowing us to finally print your full discography. Over 2000 people will be feverishly reading through it in 10 days time!

Ian D

Edited May 10, 201213 yr by Ian Dewhirst

IAN, being totally selfish ..... every unissued Philly Int Jones Girls & / or Shirley jones track available.

Love the Jones Girls stuff (almost) as much as I love The Emotions Volt cuts.

Well you're in luck there Roburt 'cos ALL the unknown Jones Girls and Shirley Jones masters have automatically been selected already due to Ralph Tee's unhealthy obsession with all PIR things with the 'Jones' moniker..........sound familiar?

Ian D

I've just received mine today Ian, tx. t is indeed a thing of rare beauty. The booklet looks superb.

I've been championing Dick Jensen's "New York City Is A Lonely Town" for 39 years.

I've been championing Dick Jensen's "New York City Is A Lonely Town" for 39 years.

Good on ya Phillbuster. I missed it completely but I still have my UK Epic copy of his version of "I Don't Wanna Cry".......

Ian D

I've just received mine today Ian, tx. t is indeed a thing of rare beauty. The booklet looks superb.

Glad you like it Dave. I sent PIR's finished copies off today so fingers crossed that they'll feel the same!

I bet it was nice to finally see your discography in full glory!

Best,

Ian

No.1 on Amazon's Hot New Releases In Compilation Chart......

https://www.amazon.co...E17RF32DKTEE3ZA

In fact we're firing up a few charts.......

https://www.amazon.co...=zg_bs_694308_1

Wow. We've seen a phenomenal pre-sale on this - it's actually pre-selling at a faster rate than a normal Harmless goodie, which is brilliant news. If all those UK sales convert, then we'll be looking at being the first 10 CD Box Set to hit the Top 40 Compilation Chart which will be a gas!

In fact it looks like we'll need to repress by this Friday if it carries on at the same rate. Just nuts. If you want the first edition order quickly!

Ian D

Edited May 16, 201212 yr by Ian Dewhirst

Cheers Dave. We went through about 10 drafts on the booklet, so you can imagine how much fun that was to get signed off! Philly International went through 3 lots of fax paper (which everybody had trouble reading LOL) and then Joe Tarsia was consulted to lend his eagle eye to everything. They'd never seen the actual discography laid out before so I think they're happy!

Ian D

good job your not doing a motown one (haha),as it would be 100 cd box set ,then you would have the unreleased stuff as well..

good job your not doing a motown one (haha),as it would be 100 cd box set ,then you would have the unreleased stuff as well..

Absolutely! I could totally do with a 100 CD Motown Box Set! My Motown collection is scattered around the house via hundreds of vinyl and CD's. I'd LOVE everything in a huge box set. It'd save me hours of dicking around searching for particular tracks.....

Ian D

Yippee! No.16 on the first UK Compilation chart midweek!

PIR back in the top 20 again!

Ian D

And Memphis in the top ten, take a bow Kent! It really is an amazing time for availability of music, I am loving your stuff Ian but Kent are just so fantastic at moment hopefully you don't mind me mentioning it.

Hopefully all on here buying both...........

A GREAT 38 minute You Tube interview with Kenny Gamble and Ralph Tee coming up. All edited and looking just fine and awaiting approval from PIR and then we'll release it.

Holding beautifully at No.19 on todays midweek!

Here's some picks from HMV Oxford Street @ 8.00pm tonight.....

Racked In The Hit Section

Random Guy Reaches For Philly Box Set

Random Guy Studies Back Of Box Set And Proceeds To Checkout

Ralph Tee Understands The Inherent Beauty Of Mid Store HMV Racking

Hey, we're competing with Ministry Of Sound albums and TV advertised mainstream compilations at this level. This shit is really exciting LOL....

Ian D

It's been bugging me because the box set kept reminding me of something. I figured it out today, it looks like a large box of John Player Special cigarettes circa 1980

That's all.

...it's not OVO though....