Popular Post neckender Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 View full article 16 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Julianb Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 23 minutes ago, neckender said: News/Article/Feature Highlight: The Most Sought After Rare Northern. This list contains what I consider the most sought after and rare original release Northern soul 45s at this point in time. Read on... Only got 80 of them so some way to go 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Keamus Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Miles ahead of me. Owned a dozen from the list in the past, but my paltry contribution is just five from the list at the moment. Serious insurance policy needed if you've got 100+ from the list! 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Woodbutcher Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Happy to have just two from the list ... 3 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Winsford Soul Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) Had five off the list but two where on major labels not local issues . Some list though . Thanks Mark Edited July 4, 2020 by Winsford Soul 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Valentina Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 well done, great article , you worked hard during the lockdown! but you Mainly made lots of these records "sought" 6 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Scooterboy Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 My recent playlist... ...then I woke up and had a bowl of Shreddies! 6 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Stanley Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) i,m up to 182 that i,ve had at some time or another ,not bad i suppose and still got a good fair few ..great post mark Edited July 3, 2020 by Stanley 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Gilly Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 About 45 and some in quantity, 25 + Toppers, 3 James Lately, 25 Cynthia on Big Hit, 2 Magnetics ill keep holding on, 5 Tomangoe's, 3 Sister Lees I'm a has been, i don't own hardly any of them now tough 9 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Samplat Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 73 left now but had another 80+ over the years . 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Chalky Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 Excellent article, very good brief history of collecting and the appeal. Some list too and hard to argue with any of those on the list. It would make some nighter hearing that lot over 8 hours A few off top that could be considered for inclusion, mainly on the rare side of the scene... Defenders - Sermon (When I’m Down) (Possibly too obscure and not had any exposure really for some years?) Helen Smith - The Pot Can’t Talk About The Kettle Helen Smith - You Got To Do Your Share Royal (Texas Slim) Bell - Sweet Little Girl Sir Joe - Everyday Sir Joe - Nobody Beats My Love Ravins - Your Love Is What I Want Johnny Praye - Can't Get Too Much King Cobras - Thank You Baby 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mal C Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 (edited) Can I offer a few to that list Mark? The Extremes - How I need Your Love / 4J June Jackson - your Welcome / Musette D.C Magnatones - Does She Love Me / D.C Magnatones (think the group is the label name?) the Shaddows - Together Again / United Audio the Fabulous Impacts - my baby / Bomb Terrifics - I’ll get him back / Diamond Jim ( saw tempos but don’t think this one was in) cheers Mal Edited July 3, 2020 by Mal C 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dylan Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 A great list a few others I love richard marks various tracks Speak now being the best ? barbara hall 2 on tuska fred knight on maxine jimmy church peachtree charles burns and jimmy Braswell on gene 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Bruv Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Just five I have, and the rarest of the five would be Stanley Mitchell on the Dynamo issue. Excellent list though, thank you so much for posting. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulman58 Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Am I the only one that thought the list is too long to be the rarest of the rare! 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Koolkat Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 I've had 3 of those only. I lost Joe Matthews to an ex girlfriend. What happened to Tomangoes and Richie Adams I have absolutely no idea. Wtf. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Andy Rix Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 Thanks Mark for posting a really interesting perspective ... the context you provided for its compilation was thought provoking indeed ... enjoyed reading through the list and probably like many others went " had that .. had that" .. but no longer Andy 6 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Woodbutcher Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 43 minutes ago, Andy Rix said: Thanks Mark for posting a really interesting perspective ... the context you provided for its compilation was thought provoking indeed ... enjoyed reading through the list and probably like many others went " had that .. had that" .. but no longer Andy Hi Andy , If it's any small consolation the minty Carol Anderson on Whip that I prised from your grasp at the Embankment Club around '96 is still tucked away safe here (and still minty) ... 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Speedlimit Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Over the year had 116 of the titles through 5 collections only have 7 now, moral of story never sell great to see loads of your early plays in their Mark Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post neckender Posted July 3, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 1 hour ago, Soulman58 said: Am I the only one that thought the list is too long to be the rarest of the rare! Its not a list of the 'rarest of the rare' Its a list of 'sought after' 45s. 7 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Woodbutcher Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 3 minutes ago, neckender said: Its not a list of the 'rarest of the rare' Its a list of 'sought after' 45s. Hi Mark , Good to see you not mentioning that little thing on D+W , I guess one punter continually pestering you about it doesn't qualify it for "sought after" status .. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chatty Posted July 3, 2020 Share Posted July 3, 2020 Great list, but would the record that fetches the most money on the rare occasions it comes up for sale not be classed as the most sought after by definition? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Wilxy Posted July 3, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 3, 2020 Excellent article Mark! and furthermore with yourself having been very influential on the vinyl habits of many over the years, myself included, it's great to see the overall continual enthusiasm that still exists from a collecting perspective in general! The extensive list whilst certainly not endless contains many records that are still aspirational "quarry" to many enthusiasts, and whilst I'm personally pleased to have acquired several of the aforementioned, will forever drool over the many, I can only dream about .....alas. 3 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Joesoap Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Great article and mouthwatering list! My only challenge is this bit: ..because the majority on the list seem to be records that were known / played / big in the 80s / 90s on the side of the scene I was involved in. That was 30+ years ago. So from my perspective, these are oldies, just a different generation's oldies. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Girdwoodinc Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Mark - I’m now sitting crying into my hands, cracking article 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Tomangoes Posted July 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 4, 2020 Great list. If I win a multi rollover lottery, I must get them all....and more. Had a few in the past like Gloria & T-Airas Im satisfied Betty £8 from soul bowl, and bird walking for £1 when a few flooded the market after it stopped getting spins. Ronnie Mcnier probably rarest I had, by my ten quid limit was restrictive... No Ringleaders? Probably right, as there were hundreds about for a quid at one point, even though it is a superb sound. You could almost do a rare soul weekender with just this list, and have a full dance floor throughout. Ed 6 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Hill868 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 12 hours ago, Gilly said: About 45 and some in quantity, 25 + Toppers, 3 James Lately, 25 Cynthia on Big Hit, 2 Magnetics ill keep holding on, 5 Tomangoe's, 3 Sister Lees I'm a has been, i don't own hardly any of them now tough 10 hours ago, neckender said: Its not a list of the 'rarest of the rare' Its a list of 'sought after' 45s. Didn't see GEORGE LEMONS / ANTIQUES / GUITAR RAY / HAMILTON MOVEMENT on the list ? Also TYREE DAVIS (METROLINA SOUL, prob not well known enough) Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Docfish Posted July 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 4, 2020 That's an impressive list. Hope you find the time to do this for modern soul as well. 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Steve Plumb Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 What a great piece of work! Thank You x Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mrmick Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Brilliant article. Thanks for spending the time compiling it. Made a brilliant read 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dobber Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 14 hours ago, Chalky said: Excellent article, very good brief history of collecting and the appeal. Some list too and hard to argue with any of those on the list. It would make some nighter hearing that lot over 8 hours A few off top that could be considered for inclusion, mainly on the rare side of the scene... Defenders - Sermon (When I’m Down) (Possibly too obscure and not had any exposure really for some years?) Helen Smith - The Pot Can’t Talk About The Kettle Helen Smith - You Got To Do Your Share Royal (Texas Slim) Bell - Sweet Little Girl Sir Joe - Everyday Sir Joe - Nobody Beats My Love Ravins - Your Love Is What I Want Johnny Praye - Can't Get Too Much King Cobras - Thank You Baby What is this defenders tune chalky? Sound file anywhere? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dobber Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Also I notice the “emeralds-beware” is on the list,would it not be the other side “catch me I’m falling” be the desired side? 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Keith Money Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Brilliant list Mark and very interesting. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Blackpoolsoul Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 15 hours ago, Chalky said: Excellent article, very good brief history of collecting and the appeal. Some list too and hard to argue with any of those on the list. It would make some nighter hearing that lot over 8 hours A few off top that could be considered for inclusion, mainly on the rare side of the scene... Defenders - Sermon (When I’m Down) (Possibly too obscure and not had any exposure really for some years?) Helen Smith - The Pot Can’t Talk About The Kettle Helen Smith - You Got To Do Your Share Royal (Texas Slim) Bell - Sweet Little Girl Sir Joe - Everyday Sir Joe - Nobody Beats My Love Ravins - Your Love Is What I Want Johnny Praye - Can't Get Too Much King Cobras - Thank You Baby Love the mention of The Defenders (out of the Big Don's Rebelion stable, Don Bennett) Brilliant Chalky 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Winsford Soul Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Could I add. Hank Hodge. Eye for a eye . Eye records. to this list Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Baz Atkinson Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Great list interesting read I’m astounded by rarity on the items discussed but not surprised. Be interesting to see if other genres catch up as sweet soul , modern / boogie records reach new heights ? 3 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Frankie Crocker Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 21 minutes ago, Winsford Soul said: Could I add. Hank Hodge. Eye for a eye . Eye records. to this list It’s on the list already, and rightly so selling for big bucks last month. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Winsford Soul Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 (edited) 2 minutes ago, Frankie Crocker said: It’s on the list already, and rightly so selling for big bucks last month. Thanks mate. I must have missed it in all my excitement seeing such a list Edited July 4, 2020 by Winsford Soul 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Dobber said: What is this defenders tune chalky? Sound file anywhere? Saus has the only copy that I know of (in this country), one in the states I think that I was aware of. Not to say there are not others mind. It's the same as the Arter Set if memory serves but the two don't compare tbh. It's far too fast for us old timers too. The Defenders - Sermon (When I'm Down) - Sama.mp3 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 1 hour ago, Dobber said: Also I notice the “emeralds-beware” is on the list,would it not be the other side “catch me I’m falling” be the desired side? Both have been "desired" after in recent years, great record. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dobber Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 12 minutes ago, Chalky said: Saus has the only copy that I know of (in this country), one in the states I think that I was aware of. Not to say there are not others mind. It's the same as the Arter Set if memory serves but the two don't compare tbh. It's far too fast for us old timers too. The Defenders - Sermon (When I'm Down) - Sama.mp3 2.12 MB · 1 download Cheers for the soundfile,not a bad tune that! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dobber Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 12 minutes ago, Chalky said: Both have been "desired" after in recent years, great record. I remember beware being more mid tempo? Falling is on YouTube but not beware? Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Frankie Crocker Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Thanks for posting Mark. Must have taken hours to compile it and type it up. I wouldn’t dispute any of records included - I would like to own them all but so far have only 60. I also enjoyed the write-up...are you thinking of doing a book on the subject? Tim Brown’s Record Collector article over 20 years ago and John Manship’s ‘Rarest Of The Rare’ book have addressed the the theme of rarity/value but your list is more comprehensive. I would add a few more names on the basis of being sought after such as Little Joe Roman, Bill Bush, Johnny Maestro, James Fountain, Tommy Bush, Sherrys, Devotions, Gwen and Ray, Senator Jones etc possibly a few more on Okeh and Shrine. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Will Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Thanks for taking the time and using your extensive knowledge, to compile what's clearly a definitive list in summer '20. I hope you're well and am looking forward to catching up with you on the other side of this. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Micksmix Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Fascinating read Mark,happy to have a dozen or more in the collection.I'm sure as you said over time more titles can be added to an already extensive list!! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post neckender Posted July 4, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 4, 2020 3 hours ago, Docfish said: That's an impressive list. Hope you find the time to do this for modern soul as well. Ive left that task to you Lars !! 4 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Munchkin Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Very interesting Read.. think Dave Flynn compiled a list of current rare tracks, many years ago on an old forum, would like to compare.. Thanks Mark enjoyed the read.. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulsickdog Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Has anyone got a sound file for Don Hart Turn back on Mary Jane .Cheers g Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Dave2 Posted July 4, 2020 Share Posted July 4, 2020 Great article. I will always welcome any alternate view to the usual Top 500 oldies list, because I'm interested in how things have changed. I'll certainly be delving into Excel spreadsheet territory, to get a feel of how many I know/ I've heard played out over the past 10 years, and in comparison to other material already mentioned. Anyone who currently owns 20+, I think they are doing exceptionally well under the circumstances! Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Pomonkey Posted July 4, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted July 4, 2020 Hi Chalky and Dobber, re the Defenders - Sermon FYI 2 of us here in NYC each own a copy, faster sounds like this are more popular here and this one is pretty perfect. 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
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