THE SONICS: Come Home Baby / Crescent Walk * WHITE CLIFFS, strong VG, 150.- Euro
New Orleans rarity with a superb vocal group- and a stomping 60's side. Light marks only and this plays with mild pops in parts. Check the soundfiles before ordering!
PEACE AND LOVE: We Got The Power * RAFF, VG-, 150.- Euro
Mexico only Latin Soul with an irresistable groove, some great vocals and a breakdown to die for. Record has numerous light scratches and plays great. A rare and widely unknown record, that got all the ingredients to crossover to soul venues.
BARBARA LYNN: Trying To Love Two * ICHIBAN, VG, 125.- Euro
Barbara's take on William Bell's Mercury recording takes "Trying To Love Two" to another level, a relentless floater, that builds and builds to a soulful crescendo. Way better then "Moving On A Groove" in my humble opinion.
GARLAND GREEN: Don't Let Love Walk Out On Us / Ask Me What You Want * RCA; promo, M-, 50.- Euro
Great 70's dancer by Garland Green with some involvement by Leon Haywood. Super clean promotional copy complete with it's original distribution sleeve.
ARRIVALS: Wrapped Up In Your Love / Looking For Number Ten * 20th CENTURY, VG++/ex, 50.- Euro
Awesome Modern Soul doubel header from 1977. "Wrapped Up..." has more of a stepper feel to it, while the flip offers some great uptempo dancefloor action.
JOEY GILMORE: Somebody Done Took My Baby And Gone / Do It To Me One More Time * SAADIA, VG++, reversed labels, 50.- Euro
Rare first local Miami release before Phil-L.A.-Of-Soul took over for national distribution. Fantastic production by Frank Williams and Little Beaver, who also played guitar on this. Top side is a mellow midtempo 70's groove with delicious vocals by Joey Gilmore, flip it over for an amazing, more uptempo, dancer. The only downer is, that the labels are reversed.
MARY "QUEENIE" LYONS: See And Don't See * DE LUXE, visually VG-, but plays rather VG+, 50.- Euro
Bargain for someone here! This copy looks a bit abused, but plays like a champ. Excellent femme funky soul with an irresistable groove and some truly soulful singing on top.
LINDA CARR: Sweet Talk / Jackie, Bobby, Sonny, Billy * SAR, promo, M-, 40.- Euro
A hard record to find on Sam Cooke's Sar outlet. One side uptempo and one side a really nice ballad. A well known dealer has more the 4 times as much on his copy, so this should be a bargain for someone.
(JOE) BATAAN: Woman Don't Want To Love Me / X-Rated Symphony * EPIC, VG++, 35.- Euro
Rare issue copy of this amazing slice of latin Funk. Only the issues have the cool disco funk flipside "X-Rated Symphony" on it, the promos have "Woman...." on both sides.
FREDDIE HUBBARD feat JEANNIE TRACY: You're Gonna Lose Me * FANTASY, M-, 35.- Euro
Mindblowing good jazzy Modern Soul stepper featuring the vocals of Jeannie "Making New Friends" Tracy. Flawless copy here and simply way to good to ignore.
WILLIE HARPER: A Certain Girl / I Don't Need You Anymore * TOU-SEA, promo, M-, 35.- Euro
Stone mint promo of this mindblowing New Orleans double header and Nola vinyl after Kathrina in great condition is so hard to find. Topside is written by Naomi Neville and has been recorded by Ernie K-Doe as well, but Willie Haper's cut has the guts. Flip it over for a mighty fine ballad.
DEE DEE WARWICK: Funny How We Changed Places * PRIVATE STOCK, VG+, 35.- Euro
Superb 70's dancer by Dionna Warwick's little sister and if you want more trivia, they are both nieces of Cissy Houston and cousins of Whitney Houston. Now have a listen to the least succesful singer of the family, who recorded this masterpiece in 1975.
ROLLEE MC GILL: You Can Keep It * LANDA, promo, VG++, 35.- Euro
Here is a rarer Landa release by an obscure artist by the name of Rollee Mc Gill. Quality midtempo groove with great vocals on top. Nice clean with only one tiny surface mark, that does not affect the strong playback.
Big drama 60's blue eyed soul dancer. A bit to poppy for some, but no doubt a charming record and this copy is as clean as it gets and comes with it's original distribution sleeve.
JIMMY "SOUL" CLARK: Nothing Like A Mother / All Your Lovin' * TEEK, VG++, 30.- Euro
Early Detroit Soul (from 1963 I think) by a legend of the motor city sopul scene. Two great sides, one midtempo and one uptempo. Meanwhile hard to find in decent nick.
THE PRECISIONS: Why Girl / What I Want * DREW, strong VG, drill hole in label, 30.- Euro, on hold
Two great examles of Detroit group soul. Top side provides a flawless dancer, that would give the Temptations a run for their money, while the flip is slower and might appeal to the ever growing collector's scene of sweet soul record.
SAM "IRONING BOARD" MOORE: I Laugh / This Is A New Day * SANSU, M-, 30.- Euro
Keyboarder and singer 'Ironing Board Sam' was a travelling musician, who got his nickname from a gig, where no keyboard rack was available and he used an ironing board for replacement. In the mid seventies he stranded in New Orleans and recorded for Allen Toussaint some remarkable 45s. This offering has two great super soulful 70's soul sides.
DIAMOND JOE: The ABC Song / Look Way Back * DEESU, promo, M-, 30.- Euro
Excellent, hard hitting Nola funky soul produced by Allen Touissant and Marshall Sehorn. Diamond Joe recorded some fabulous 60's side for Sansu records and is surely one of the most underrated vocalists from the the Big Easy. Flip it over and you see what I mean; facemelting deep soul by Joseph Maryland aka "Diamond Joe". A truly gifted singer; a rough edged, fast moving soul. He was possessed of a gruff baritone that could move from a growl to the most subtle whisper within a few minutes of music. He died homeless in 2010 in his hometwon New Orleans and only recorded seven 45s and every single one is as good as this here.
ERNIE SHELBY: Punish Me / Bend Over Backwards * POLYDOR, M-, mild storage warp, 30.- Euro
Polydor's A&R man for soulmusic definitely had good taste, some great records came out on this major label. Most of them didn't sell at all and are highly collectable these days. Especially the issues, that in many cases have the better track on it then the mono/stereo promos. Here we have an overlooked Muscle Shoals production co-written by Phillip Mitchell (flipside is co-written by George Soule, who also played drums on both sides) and produced by Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford. Two stunning southern soul sides by a guy, who only released six 45s in his career
EDDIE HOLLAND: Just A Few More Days * MOTOWN, VG++, drill hole in lbl, 30.- Euro
The flip of "Darling I Hum Our Song" is actually a really good dancer and featured here as the top side. Check the soundbyte for a slice of Motor City magic.
AARON NEVILLE: All These Things / She's On My Mind * BELL, promo, M-, 25.- Euro
Nola magic on both sides by the big guy Aaaron Neville, blessed with a voice beyond compare. When he entered the studio he lit up a candle turned the light down and hung up a picture of his idol Nat "King" Cole on the wall, then he started to sing like an angel.
RICKY LANCE: Lay The Cash On The Line * CITY LIGHTS, VG+, label damage, 25.- Euro
L.A. pimp style mellow soul by a guy, who recorded a handful of obscure 45s and a rare LP, that all got a kind of blaxploitation-charme. I love this one even more then "Super Strong" his top rarity on Bren. Check the soundbyte!
MARVIN SMITH: Hold On / Fading Memories * BRUNSWICK, promo, M-, 25.- Euro
Two majestic Chicago sides back to back with the usual crew, Gerald Sims, Carl Davis and Sonny Sanders behind the controls. Perfect, sophisticated soulmusic, that will never sound dated.
DEBBIE ROLLINS: Meet Me Tonight * ASCOT, promo, M-, slight warp, nap, 20.- Euro
Scarce mid-sixties Jerry Ragavoy production; a charming little dancer. This copy is nice and clean with a few small pressing bubbles and a mild warp, both issues don't affect the great playback. Comes complete with it's Ascot-distribution sleeve, which is worth 10 bucks alone.
ELDRIDGE HOLMES: Where Is Love / Now That I've Lost You * DECCA, promo, M-
Two mindblowing good New Orleans sides back to back. The side featured here is a great dancer with superb soulful vocals, flip it over for an excellent deep ballad. Produced by Marshall Sehorn and Allen Touissant; a dream team at work.
GENE CHANDLER: You're Such A Pretty Thing * CHECKER, M-, 15.- Euro, on hold
Great Carl Davis produced windy city 60's dancer. Underrated and dare you, if you are not a Gene Chandler fan; the guy had that certain kick in his voice, that transforms every song he layed his voice on into something special.
ALVIN ROBINSON: Something You Got / Searching * TIGER, M-, slight lbl damage, 15.- Euro
Mellow funky masterpiece by New Orleans session guitar slinger Alvin Robinson. A guy, who played with every Nola big name, from Allen Toussaint to Big Joe Turner. Two great sides here on a shiny minty 45, that escaped Kathrina.
FRANKY AND THE SPINDLES: (My Girl Is Made Of) Candy / My Letter To You * ROC-KER, promo, minor wol on lbl, M-, 12.- Euro
Nice looking, and even better sounding, promo copy of this great Philly two sider. One side is an uptempo dancer and one side is a low-ride type group soul ballad.
BEN E. KING: I Can't Take It Like A Man * MAXWELL, M-, 10.- Euro
Facemelting midtempo 70's soul by one of the great voices of the classic aera. Three unplayed copies are available, totally clean stock, complete with it's original distribution sleeve. Don't sleep on a real soul masterpiece.
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To order: PM me . Records will be reserved on a strict first come, first served basis.
No matter how big your order is, 7.- Euro flat unless you want registered postage!
I recomend registration for all orders over 50.- Euro for additional cost of 3.- Euros.
The list is not really sorted, so you find Funk, next to Northern and R&B next to Modern. Prices are in Euro!!!
Grading: Goldmine grading system - M- / VG++/ VG+ / VG / VG- etc.
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THE SONICS: Come Home Baby / Crescent Walk * WHITE CLIFFS, strong VG, 150.- Euro
New Orleans rarity with a superb vocal group- and a stomping 60's side. Light marks only and this plays with mild pops in parts. Check the soundfiles before ordering!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sonicscomehome.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sonicscrescent.mp3
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PEACE AND LOVE: We Got The Power * RAFF, VG-, 150.- Euro
Mexico only Latin Soul with an irresistable groove, some great vocals and a breakdown to die for. Record has numerous light scratches and plays great. A rare and widely unknown record, that got all the ingredients to crossover to soul venues.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/peaceandwegotthe.mp3
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BARBARA LYNN: Trying To Love Two * ICHIBAN, VG, 125.- Euro
Barbara's take on William Bell's Mercury recording takes "Trying To Love Two" to another level, a relentless floater, that builds and builds to a soulful crescendo. Way better then "Moving On A Groove" in my humble opinion.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbaralynntryingto.mp3
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MANDRILL: Too Late * ARISTA, VG++, 60.- Euro
A Modern Soul classic from 1978 in very nice shape.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mandrilltoo.mp3
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GARLAND GREEN: Don't Let Love Walk Out On Us / Ask Me What You Want * RCA; promo, M-, 50.- Euro
Great 70's dancer by Garland Green with some involvement by Leon Haywood. Super clean promotional copy complete with it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreendontlet.mp3
soundfie 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenaskme.mp3
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ARRIVALS: Wrapped Up In Your Love / Looking For Number Ten * 20th CENTURY, VG++/ex, 50.- Euro
Awesome Modern Soul doubel header from 1977. "Wrapped Up..." has more of a stepper feel to it, while the flip offers some great uptempo dancefloor action.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/arrivalswrappedup.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/arrivalslookingfor.mp3
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JOEY GILMORE: Somebody Done Took My Baby And Gone / Do It To Me One More Time * SAADIA, VG++, reversed labels, 50.- Euro
Rare first local Miami release before Phil-L.A.-Of-Soul took over for national distribution. Fantastic production by Frank Williams and Little Beaver, who also played guitar on this. Top side is a mellow midtempo 70's groove with delicious vocals by Joey Gilmore, flip it over for an amazing, more uptempo, dancer. The only downer is, that the labels are reversed.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joeygilmsomebody.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joeygilmdoittome.mp3
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GINO PARKS: Same Thing * TAMLA, strong VG near VG+, wol, 50.- Euro
Rare Tamla stripes first issue of this uptempo R&B shaker from 1961.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ginoparkssamething.mp3
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MARY "QUEENIE" LYONS: See And Don't See * DE LUXE, visually VG-, but plays rather VG+, 50.- Euro
Bargain for someone here! This copy looks a bit abused, but plays like a champ. Excellent femme funky soul with an irresistable groove and some truly soulful singing on top.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marylyonsseeanddont.mp3
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CAL BRANDON: I Kept On Smiling / 24 Hour Love Man * HIT MAN, VG+, 40.- Euro
Excellent southern 70's soul double sider, recorded at Muscle Shoals in Alabama. Two super soulful sides back to back!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/calbrrandonikepton.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/calbrrandon24hour.mp3
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GUITAR SLIM: Well, I Done Got Over It * SPECIALITY, M-, 40.- Euro
I'm no expert in R&B records, but I guess this is an original copy of this superb R&B dancer. Deadwax details are "XSP-482-45" and "SP-482-45".
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/guitarslimwellidone.mp3
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LINDA CARR: Sweet Talk / Jackie, Bobby, Sonny, Billy * SAR, promo, M-, 40.- Euro
A hard record to find on Sam Cooke's Sar outlet. One side uptempo and one side a really nice ballad. A well known dealer has more the 4 times as much on his copy, so this should be a bargain for someone.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lindacarrsweettalk.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lindacarrjackiebobby.mp3
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ANDY MACK: Later Than You Think / Do You Wanta Go * CHESS, promo, VG++, some residue from a removed sticker on lbl flipside, 40.- Euro
Two gritty 60's dancers on this hard to find Chess demo.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/andymacklaterthenyou.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/andymackdoyou.mp3
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(JOE) BATAAN: Woman Don't Want To Love Me / X-Rated Symphony * EPIC, VG++, 35.- Euro
Rare issue copy of this amazing slice of latin Funk. Only the issues have the cool disco funk flipside "X-Rated Symphony" on it, the promos have "Woman...." on both sides.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bataaanwomandont.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bataaanxrated.mp3
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FREDDIE HUBBARD feat JEANNIE TRACY: You're Gonna Lose Me * FANTASY, M-, 35.- Euro
Mindblowing good jazzy Modern Soul stepper featuring the vocals of Jeannie "Making New Friends" Tracy. Flawless copy here and simply way to good to ignore.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/freddiehubbardyouregonna.mp3
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N. F. PORTER: Keep On Keeping On * LIZARD, M-, 30.- Euro
Northern Soul classic by N.F. (Nolan) Porter in immaculate shape.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/nfporterkeep.mp3
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WILLIE HARPER: A Certain Girl / I Don't Need You Anymore * TOU-SEA, promo, M-, 35.- Euro
Stone mint promo of this mindblowing New Orleans double header and Nola vinyl after Kathrina in great condition is so hard to find. Topside is written by Naomi Neville and has been recorded by Ernie K-Doe as well, but Willie Haper's cut has the guts. Flip it over for a mighty fine ballad.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieharperacertaing.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieharperidontneed.mp3
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TONY OWENS: Woman, I Got To Leave You * SANSU, M-, 35.- Euro
Great New Orleans 70's dancer, way underarretd and something, that would sound great in every Modern room.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tonyowenswomanigotto.mp3
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DEE DEE WARWICK: Funny How We Changed Places * PRIVATE STOCK, VG+, 35.- Euro
Superb 70's dancer by Dionna Warwick's little sister and if you want more trivia, they are both nieces of Cissy Houston and cousins of Whitney Houston. Now have a listen to the least succesful singer of the family, who recorded this masterpiece in 1975.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/deedeewarwickfunny.mp3
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HOAGY LANDS: Friends And Lovers Don't Go Together * LAURIE, M-, drill hole in label, 35.- Euro
Forgotten 60's dancer, that sounds great today. This nice and clean copy comes complete with it's Laurie distribution sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hoagylandsfriends.mp3
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ROLLEE MC GILL: You Can Keep It * LANDA, promo, VG++, 35.- Euro
Here is a rarer Landa release by an obscure artist by the name of Rollee Mc Gill. Quality midtempo groove with great vocals on top. Nice clean with only one tiny surface mark, that does not affect the strong playback.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rolleemcgillyoucan.mp3
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OTIS LEAVILL: When The Music Grooves * BLUE ROCK, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, drill hole through label and sleeve, 30.- Euro
Great midsixties Chicago dancer complete with it's original art sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otisleavillwhenthe.mp3
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CAROLYN CARTER: I'm Thru * JAMIE, M-, 30.- Euro
Big drama 60's blue eyed soul dancer. A bit to poppy for some, but no doubt a charming record and this copy is as clean as it gets and comes with it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/carolyncarterimth.mp3
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JIMMY "SOUL" CLARK: Nothing Like A Mother / All Your Lovin' * TEEK, VG++, 30.- Euro
Early Detroit Soul (from 1963 I think) by a legend of the motor city sopul scene. Two great sides, one midtempo and one uptempo. Meanwhile hard to find in decent nick.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmysoulclarknothing.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmysoulclarallyour.mp3
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THE PRECISIONS: Why Girl / What I Want * DREW, strong VG, drill hole in label, 30.- Euro, on hold
Two great examles of Detroit group soul. Top side provides a flawless dancer, that would give the Temptations a run for their money, while the flip is slower and might appeal to the ever growing collector's scene of sweet soul record.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/precisionswhygirl.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/precisionswhatiwant.mp3
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SAM "IRONING BOARD" MOORE: I Laugh / This Is A New Day * SANSU, M-, 30.- Euro
Keyboarder and singer 'Ironing Board Sam' was a travelling musician, who got his nickname from a gig, where no keyboard rack was available and he used an ironing board for replacement. In the mid seventies he stranded in New Orleans and recorded for Allen Toussaint some remarkable 45s. This offering has two great super soulful 70's soul sides.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sammooreilaugh.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sammoorethisisa.mp3
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FAZE-O: Riding High * SHE, VG+, 25.- Euro
Great mellow groover with some involvement by the Ohio Players, short hiss at the beginning plays great afterwards.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/fazeoridinghigh.mp3
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DIAMOND JOE: The ABC Song / Look Way Back * DEESU, promo, M-, 30.- Euro
Excellent, hard hitting Nola funky soul produced by Allen Touissant and Marshall Sehorn. Diamond Joe recorded some fabulous 60's side for Sansu records and is surely one of the most underrated vocalists from the the Big Easy. Flip it over and you see what I mean; facemelting deep soul by Joseph Maryland aka "Diamond Joe". A truly gifted singer; a rough edged, fast moving soul. He was possessed of a gruff baritone that could move from a growl to the most subtle whisper within a few minutes of music. He died homeless in 2010 in his hometwon New Orleans and only recorded seven 45s and every single one is as good as this here.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoetheabc.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoelookway.mp3
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ERNIE SHELBY: Punish Me / Bend Over Backwards * POLYDOR, M-, mild storage warp, 30.- Euro
Polydor's A&R man for soulmusic definitely had good taste, some great records came out on this major label. Most of them didn't sell at all and are highly collectable these days. Especially the issues, that in many cases have the better track on it then the mono/stereo promos. Here we have an overlooked Muscle Shoals production co-written by Phillip Mitchell (flipside is co-written by George Soule, who also played drums on both sides) and produced by Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford. Two stunning southern soul sides by a guy, who only released six 45s in his career
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbypunishme.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbybendover.mp3
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EDDIE HOLLAND: Just A Few More Days * MOTOWN, VG++, drill hole in lbl, 30.- Euro
The flip of "Darling I Hum Our Song" is actually a really good dancer and featured here as the top side. Check the soundbyte for a slice of Motor City magic.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiehollandjustafew.mp3
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SLEEPY KING: Please Let AFool In And Out Of The Rain / Hello Martha * VEEP, promo, M-, 30.- Euro
No copies on discogs and only one went through ebay overthe years. Two good sides for you to consider...
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sleepykingpleaselet.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sleepykinghello.mp3
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CHARLES WRIGHT & THE WATTS 103rd STREET BAND: Your Love / What Can You Bring Me * WARNER BROTHERS; VG++, 25.- Euro
Two excellent soulful funky sides by the great Charles Wright.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/charleswrightyourlove.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/charleswrightwhatcanyou.mp3
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HARMONICA FATS: Granny In The Groove * NORMAR STAR, M-, 25.- Euro
Hard hitting L.A. funky R&B, gritty to the max and not easy to pick up.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/harmonicafatsgranny.mp3
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AARON NEVILLE: All These Things / She's On My Mind * BELL, promo, M-, 25.- Euro
Nola magic on both sides by the big guy Aaaron Neville, blessed with a voice beyond compare. When he entered the studio he lit up a candle turned the light down and hung up a picture of his idol Nat "King" Cole on the wall, then he started to sing like an angel.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevilleallthese.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevilleshesonmymind.mp3
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RICKY LANCE: Lay The Cash On The Line * CITY LIGHTS, VG+, label damage, 25.- Euro
L.A. pimp style mellow soul by a guy, who recorded a handful of obscure 45s and a rare LP, that all got a kind of blaxploitation-charme. I love this one even more then "Super Strong" his top rarity on Bren. Check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rickylancelaythecash.mp3
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MARVIN SMITH: Hold On / Fading Memories * BRUNSWICK, promo, M-, 25.- Euro
Two majestic Chicago sides back to back with the usual crew, Gerald Sims, Carl Davis and Sonny Sanders behind the controls. Perfect, sophisticated soulmusic, that will never sound dated.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvinsmithholdon.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvinsmithfading.mp3
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DEBBIE ROLLINS: Meet Me Tonight * ASCOT, promo, M-, slight warp, nap, 20.- Euro
Scarce mid-sixties Jerry Ragavoy production; a charming little dancer. This copy is nice and clean with a few small pressing bubbles and a mild warp, both issues don't affect the great playback. Comes complete with it's Ascot-distribution sleeve, which is worth 10 bucks alone.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/debbierollinsmeeetme.mp3
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ELDRIDGE HOLMES: Where Is Love / Now That I've Lost You * DECCA, promo, M-
Two mindblowing good New Orleans sides back to back. The side featured here is a great dancer with superb soulful vocals, flip it over for an excellent deep ballad. Produced by Marshall Sehorn and Allen Touissant; a dream team at work.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eldridgeholmeswhereis.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eldridgeholmesmowthatI.mp3
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TONY OWENS: (When You're Wrong) You Got To Pay The Price * LISTENING POST, VG++, 20.- Euro
Nice clean copy of this indemand New Orleans crossover dancer from 1973.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tonyyowenspaythe.mp3
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J.J. BARNES: Baby Please Come Back Home / Chains Of Love * GROOVESVILLE, strong VG+, 20.- Euro, on hold
Essential Detroit double header with a midtempo dancer and a gritty uptempo flip.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jjbarnessbabyplease.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jjbarneschhainsoflove.mp3
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BOBBY MOORE & THE FORMOSTS: Girl You Do Something To Me / It Was A Lie * RED BIRD, M-. DJ stamped labels
Great R&B mover backed up by an atmospheric deep soul tune.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbymooregirlyoudo.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbymooreitwasalie.mp3
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LITTLE LEE & JUDY: My Blue Heaven * LAVETTE, M-, 20.- Euro
Nice happy-go-lucky R&B dancer in super fine condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/littleleemyblue.mp3
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LATTIMORE BROWN: Say What * DUCHESS, M-, 20.- Euro
Hard as nails uptempo R&B from Louisiana.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lattimorebrownsaywhat.mp3
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GENE MIDDLETON & THE SOLE SURVIVORS: You Need Love * D AND B, M-, 20.- Euro
Excellent funky soul out of Gainesville/Florida. Scarce record and seldom seen ohn saleslists.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genemiddletonyouneed.mp3
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THE GAMBRELLS: I'm In Love Again For The First Time * CUB, M-, drill hole in lbl, 15.- Euro, on hold
Excellent girl group Northern in superb condition. Way better then it's price tag!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/gambrellsiminlove.mp3
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GENE CHANDLER: You're Such A Pretty Thing * CHECKER, M-, 15.- Euro, on hold
Great Carl Davis produced windy city 60's dancer. Underrated and dare you, if you are not a Gene Chandler fan; the guy had that certain kick in his voice, that transforms every song he layed his voice on into something special.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genechandlersuchapretty.mp3
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THE YOUNG FOLK: Lonely Girl * MAR-V-LUS, M-, 15.- Euro, on hold
Extra clean copy of this superb 60's dancer out of the windy city.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/youngfolklonley.mp3
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LEE & THE LEOPARDS: Trying To Make It * GORDY, strong VG, 15.- Euro
Bargain price for this slightly wounded, but great playing copy of this Motown R&B rarity.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leeandthetrying.mp3
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ALVIN ROBINSON: Something You Got / Searching * TIGER, M-, slight lbl damage, 15.- Euro
Mellow funky masterpiece by New Orleans session guitar slinger Alvin Robinson. A guy, who played with every Nola big name, from Allen Toussaint to Big Joe Turner. Two great sides here on a shiny minty 45, that escaped Kathrina.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alvinrobinsonsomething.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alvinrobinsonsearching.mp3
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THE STARLETS: You Won't Even Know Her Name * TOWER, M-, "x" on lbl, 15.- Euro
Charming girlie 60's dancer in perfect condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/starletsyouwont.mp3
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THE FAT ALBERT ORCHESTRA ANDCHORUS: Hey, Hey, Hey * TETRAGRAMMATON, M-, 15.- Euro
Funky big band sounds from 1968 by Fat Albert & his Orchestra.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/fatalbertheyhey.mp3
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WALTER JACKSON: Touching In The Dark * KELLI-ARTS, M-, 15.- Euro
A Modern Soul classic in immaculate shape with the outstanding voice of Walter Jackson as the icing on the cake.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/walterjacksontouching.mp3
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JOHN EDWARDS: Messing Up A Good Thing * AWARE, promo, M-, 12.- Euro
Superb Atlanta midtempo Modern Soul classic in immaculate shape. How can a record that good be so cheap?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnedwardsmessing.mp3
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FRANKY AND THE SPINDLES: (My Girl Is Made Of) Candy / My Letter To You * ROC-KER, promo, minor wol on lbl, M-, 12.- Euro
Nice looking, and even better sounding, promo copy of this great Philly two sider. One side is an uptempo dancer and one side is a low-ride type group soul ballad.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/frankyandccandy.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/frankyandmylettter.mp3
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BEN E. KING: I Can't Take It Like A Man * MAXWELL, M-, 10.- Euro
Facemelting midtempo 70's soul by one of the great voices of the classic aera. Three unplayed copies are available, totally clean stock, complete with it's original distribution sleeve. Don't sleep on a real soul masterpiece.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/benekingicanttake.mp3
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JIMMY McHUGH: Do The Kangaroo * SUCCESS, M-, 10.- Euro
Uptempo R&B mover for the price of two beers in a pub, if they would only open again.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmymchughkangaroo.mp3
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JACKIE ROSS: I've Got The Skill * CHESS, M-, 10.- Euro, on hold
Such a delicate little chicago 60's dancer, not a rare record, but an exceptional good one and this copy is as clean as you like it.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jackierossivegotthe.mp3
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THE ESQUIRES: Ain't Gonna Give It Up / Girls In The City * LAMARR, M-, 10.- Euro
Super clean copy of this nice chicago double header. One side uptempo funky group soul, flip it over for some gorgeous sweet group soul.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/esquiresaintgonna.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/esquiresgirlsin.mp3
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CARL HENDERSON: Please Stop Laughing At Me / Sharing You * RENFRO, M-, 10.- Euro
Nice, overlooked 60's dancer backed up by a super soulful deep ballad.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/carlhendersonplease.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/carlhendersonsharing.mp3
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RUBY JOHNSON: Here I Go Again / Jerk Shout * NEB'S, VG++, 10.- Euro
Superb deep ballad backed up by raunchy, messy uptempo dancer.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rubyjohnsonereigo.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rubyjohnsonjerk.mp3
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