GROVER MITCHELL: What Hurts* VANGUARD, promo, M-, tinyiy edge chip no way near the grooves, 150.- Euro
Len Barry Philadelphia 1971 session and what a cracking slab of 70s Northern Soul Len & studio partner Sherman Marshall created. The only thing "What Hurts" is not to have this in your collection.
ALPERT & SHEENE: Love Is First / Barry's Song * A&S, M-, 125.- Euro
Semi know and great Modern Soul two sider from 1980 in perfect condition. One side is a great dancer with an excellent band backing up a lady singer extraordinaire. Flip it over and we enter two step/mellow groove territory. Two fantastic sides for the price of one.
TOMMIE YOUNG: That's All A Part Of Loving Him * SOUL POWER, M-, 75.- Euro
1973 Bobby Patterson pennend funky crossover soul goodie with the incredible Tommie Young on lead vocals. By any means, a superb record and this copy is as shiny and clean as it gets.
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.
Leftwing boogie funk from 1985 dealing with Reaganomics. Self produced by Lady D and a nice example of female empowerment in the 80's when Thatcher and Reagan changed politics, on both sides of the Atlantic, towards a neo-liberal conflagration.
JACKIE MOORE: Heart Be Still * KAYVETTE, M-, 50.- Euro
Top notch early 80's dancer, that was cheap 10 years ago and seems to be on the rise pricewise. Rightly so, it's absolutely brilliant and sounds ace played out loud.
JIMMY DELPHS: Almost / I've Been Fooled Before * CARLA; M-, drill hole in lbl, 40.- Euro
Shiny clean copy of this Detroit 60's soul masterpiece. Betty Lavette's version of "Almost" on Karen is also great, but Jimmy's take is a bit more upfront in my book. The flipside ain't to shabby either.
DWIGHT ROSS: Disco Fever * BLACK FOOT, M-, 35.- Euro
Cool funky disco record from point nowhere with a super tricky rhythm pattern and some great vocals by Dwight Ross. If only every Disco record would be that weird and special like this one.
RICKY ALLEN: Cut You A-Loose * AGE, VG++, 35.- Euro
Superb first take of "Cut You A-Loose" from 1963, Ricky Allen re-recorded this song for Tam-Boo in 1968. Heavy R&B shaker, that fills floors on mod- and soul-allnighters alike.
TIM: I Need Your Love / My Side Of The Track * CELTEX, VG++, 30.- Euro
Excellent 60's dance soul double header written by Vernon Taplin, better known among soulfans as Saxie Russell, who recorded "Psychedelic Soul" on Thomas records.
THE OLYMPICS: Girl, You're My Kind Of People * WARNER BROS., promo, VG+, 30.- Euro, on hold
Wonderful crossover dancer, written and produced by Robert "Bob" Relf, who also recorded this song for the flipside of his Northern Soul classic "Blowing My Mind To Pieces" with slightly different lyrics. Marvellous harmonies combined with a catchy midtempo groove, what's not to like?
ROLLEE MC GILL: You Can Keep It * LANDA, promo, VG++, 30.- 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 and clean with only one tiny surface mark, that does not affect the strong playback.
LEE HARVEY: Prove It / Only True Love * MAGNUM, M-, 30.- Euro
Rare and great westcoast 60's winner in immaculate condition. "Prove It" is a nice, sparse dancer, flip it over for an overlooked soulful midtempo gem.
BOBBY POWELL I'm Gonna Leave You * WHIT, M-, 25.- Euro
Bobby Powell's finest dancer on this Shreveport/Louisiana label. A vibrato guitar sets the done for a relentless 60's R&B groove. Totally great and this copy is extra clean!
THE WORDS OF WISDOM AND TRUTH REVUE: Don't Need Your Love / What You Do To Me * CANNONBALL, Mint, factory sealed, 20.- Euro
Brand new and previously unreleased Modern Soul winner with two great sides for you to consider. Four sealed copies available. Be fast as this is a strictly limited release and if this ain't gonna be a future classic, what else will?
MAJOR LANCE: Sweeter As The Day Goes By * DAKAR; VG++, 20.- Euro, on hold
Mighty fine crossover soul dancer by Major Lance, who is best known for his magnificient 60's recordings for Chicago's Okeh output, but had a string of great 70's records, that deserve way more attention.
GEORGE PORTER'S JOYRIDE: Cissy Strut / Sneaky Freaky * DEESU, M-, minor label flaking on flip, 20.- Euro
Two excellent super tight New Orleans Funk sides, probably unplayed before I lifted the soundfile. George Porter was - of course - the bass player for the Meters.
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.
JOHNNIE TAYLOR: What About my Love * BEVERLY GLEN, M-, 20.- Euro
Modern Soul classic by former Stax artist Johnnie Taylor. This copy is super clean and you need a minty copy of this as it is narrowly pressed and with 5:42 minutes rather long for a 7" record.
BELITA WOODS: I Just Love You * EPIC, promo, wol, M-, 20.- Euro
The super talented Belita Woods from Detroit on her third and last 45 and what a gem of a record this is! Produced to perfection by Barrett Strong and Belita's silky voice adds some sugar on a relentless flowing backingtrack. 70's soul of the highest order and with a price tag, that doesn't reflect the quality of this record at all.
J. J. BARNES: Sad Day A' Coming * REVILOT, M-, 15.- Euro
One of the greatest voices of the classic soul aera is without any doubt Detroit's J.J. Barnes. This nice and clean record is a classic example of his ability to turn everything he touches into gold.
IRMA THOMAS: We Got Something Good * CHESS, M-, 10.- Euro
Frantic 60's dancer, produced by Rick Hall at Muscle Shoals. So much better then it's price tag and definitely one of the finest recors you can buy from a small budget.
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. Clean stock, complete with it's original distribution sleeve. Don't sleep on a real soul masterpiece.
SAM FRAZIER, JR.: I Don't Want Another Love * GOODIETRAIN, M-, 10.- Euro
Great 1976 southern soul dancer on Neal Hemphill's legendary Birmingham/Alabama label. Cheap as chips and I don't know any good reason to leave this out of your collection.
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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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GROVER MITCHELL: What Hurts* VANGUARD, promo, M-, tinyiy edge chip no way near the grooves, 150.- Euro
Len Barry Philadelphia 1971 session and what a cracking slab of 70s Northern Soul Len & studio partner Sherman Marshall created. The only thing "What Hurts" is not to have this in your collection.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/grovermitchellwhathurts.mp3
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ALPERT & SHEENE: Love Is First / Barry's Song * A&S, M-, 125.- Euro
Semi know and great Modern Soul two sider from 1980 in perfect condition. One side is a great dancer with an excellent band backing up a lady singer extraordinaire. Flip it over and we enter two step/mellow groove territory. Two fantastic sides for the price of one.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alpertandsheeneloveis.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alpertandsheenebarrys.mp3
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JOE CHAPMAN: Beautiful Lover / I'll Be Your Everything * BISCUIT, M-, 80.- Euro, soldFrederick Knight pennend Florida Modern Soul. Superb record with a nice ballad flipside.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joechapmanbeautiful.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joechapmanillbeyour.mp3
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TOMMIE YOUNG: That's All A Part Of Loving Him * SOUL POWER, M-, 75.- Euro
1973 Bobby Patterson pennend funky crossover soul goodie with the incredible Tommie Young on lead vocals. By any means, a superb record and this copy is as shiny and clean as it gets.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tommieyoungthattsall.mp3
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JOHN WILLIAMS & THE TICK TOCKS: Do Me Like You Do Me / Blues, Tears And Sorrows * SANSU, promo, M-, 60.- Euro
Great uptempo New Orleans Northern Soul backed up by supreme deep tearjerker. Totally clean copy for a nice price, don't sleep!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnwilliamdomelikeyou.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnwilliamsbluestea.mp3
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DEBBIE S.: Try My Love * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 50.- Euro
Flawless copy of this exceptional Detroit mellow groover. Super soulful vocals and a dreamy two-step arrangement. Highly recomended!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/debbiestrymy.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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LADY D Wall St. * OLIVE BRANCH, M-, 50.- Euro
Leftwing boogie funk from 1985 dealing with Reaganomics. Self produced by Lady D and a nice example of female empowerment in the 80's when Thatcher and Reagan changed politics, on both sides of the Atlantic, towards a neo-liberal conflagration.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ladydwallstreet.mp3
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JACKIE MOORE: Heart Be Still * KAYVETTE, M-, 50.- Euro
Top notch early 80's dancer, that was cheap 10 years ago and seems to be on the rise pricewise. Rightly so, it's absolutely brilliant and sounds ace played out loud.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jackiemooreheartbest.mp3
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ARNIE AND HIS SOUL BROTHERS: Tenderloin * EMMES, M-, record store stamp on lbl, 50.- Euro
Rare and obscure mod soul instrumental.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/arnietenderloin.mp3
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DIANE CUNNINGHAM: Someday Baby * FONTANA ACETATE, VG++, 50.- Euro
Delicious Eddie Sullivan written mellow midtempo soul from the streets of Chicago on it's rarerst format; a nice clean acetate!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dianecunninghamsomeday.mp3
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JIMMY DELPHS: Almost / I've Been Fooled Before * CARLA; M-, drill hole in lbl, 40.- Euro
Shiny clean copy of this Detroit 60's soul masterpiece. Betty Lavette's version of "Almost" on Karen is also great, but Jimmy's take is a bit more upfront in my book. The flipside ain't to shabby either.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmydelphsalmost.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmydelphsivebeen.mp3
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THE PRECISIONS: If This Is Love (I'd Rather Be Lonely) * DREW, VG+, sticker on lbl, 40.- Euro
No salestalk needed for this Detroit 60's gem. Northern Soul from the top-shelf, every home should own a copy.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/precisionsifthiisis.mp3
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DWIGHT ROSS: Disco Fever * BLACK FOOT, M-, 35.- Euro
Cool funky disco record from point nowhere with a super tricky rhythm pattern and some great vocals by Dwight Ross. If only every Disco record would be that weird and special like this one.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dwightrossdiscofever.mp3
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CAL BRANDON: I Kept On Smiling / 24 Hour Love Man * HIT MAN, VG+, 35.- Euro, on hold
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/calbrandonikept.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/calbrandon24.mp3
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RICKY ALLEN: Cut You A-Loose * AGE, VG++, 35.- Euro
Superb first take of "Cut You A-Loose" from 1963, Ricky Allen re-recorded this song for Tam-Boo in 1968. Heavy R&B shaker, that fills floors on mod- and soul-allnighters alike.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/Rickyallencutyou.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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TIM: I Need Your Love / My Side Of The Track * CELTEX, VG++, 30.- Euro
Excellent 60's dance soul double header written by Vernon Taplin, better known among soulfans as Saxie Russell, who recorded "Psychedelic Soul" on Thomas records.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/timineed.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/timmysideofthe.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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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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THE OLYMPICS: Girl, You're My Kind Of People * WARNER BROS., promo, VG+, 30.- Euro, on hold
Wonderful crossover dancer, written and produced by Robert "Bob" Relf, who also recorded this song for the flipside of his Northern Soul classic "Blowing My Mind To Pieces" with slightly different lyrics. Marvellous harmonies combined with a catchy midtempo groove, what's not to like?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/olympicsgirlyouremykind.mp3
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ROLLEE MC GILL: You Can Keep It * LANDA, promo, VG++, 30.- 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 and 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/otisleavillwhenthemu.mp3
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FRANK BUTLER: Build A Little House For You * SPACE-AGE, M-, slight label damage, 30.- Euro
Raunchy R&B styled Chicago dancer on the obscure Space-Age output, that only produced two releases, both by Frank Butler.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/frankbutlerbuildalittle.mp3
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LEE HARVEY: Prove It / Only True Love * MAGNUM, M-, 30.- Euro
Rare and great westcoast 60's winner in immaculate condition. "Prove It" is a nice, sparse dancer, flip it over for an overlooked soulful midtempo gem.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leeharveyproveit.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leeharveyonlytrue.mp3
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ERROLL GAYE & THE IMAGINATIONS: Love And Affection / You Don't Want my Love * STEEL TOWN; M-, 25.- Euro
One side uptempo and one side sweet. Excellent 1975 release, that can only go up in price.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/errollgayelovveand.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/errollgayeyoudont.mp3
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HAROLD MELVIN & THE BLUE NOTES: Prayin' * SOURCE, M-, wol, 25.- Euro, on hold
Epic Modern Soul classic in nice shape.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/haroldmelvinprayin.mp3
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LOVE, PEACE & HAPPINESS: Strip Me Naked * RCA, M-, 25.- Euro, on hold
Super clean copy of this ultra soulful crossover soul gem.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/soulchildstripme.mp3
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EDDIE HOLLAND: Darling I m O Song / Just A Few More Days * MOTOWN, VG++, drill hole in lbl, 25.- Euro
Two great sidea on this Motown classic in really nice shape and complete with it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiehollanddarling.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiehollandjustafewmore.mp3
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SHERLOCK HOLMES: What An Argument * BRUNSWICK, promo, VG nearer to VG+, plays great, 25.- Euro
Nice mid sixties dancer, not easy to find. This copy has mild surface marks, but plays like a champ.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sherlockholmeswhatan.mp3
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VALERIE & NICK: It Ain't Like That * GLOVER, strong VG near VG+, mild warp nap, 25.- Euro
Punchy 60's mid- to uptempo mover written by Joshie "Jo" Armstead and Valerie Simpson.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/valerieandnickitaint.mp3
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PAT LUNDY: Make It For The Door * HEIDI, promo, strong VG+, mild warp, not affecting play, small tear on lbl flip, 25.- Euro
Way harder promo copy of this magnificient 60's midtempo dancer.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/patlundymakeitfor.mp3
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BOBBY POWELL I'm Gonna Leave You * WHIT, M-, 25.- Euro
Bobby Powell's finest dancer on this Shreveport/Louisiana label. A vibrato guitar sets the done for a relentless 60's R&B groove. Totally great and this copy is extra clean!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbypowellimgonna.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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THE WORDS OF WISDOM AND TRUTH REVUE: Don't Need Your Love / What You Do To Me * CANNONBALL, Mint, factory sealed, 20.- Euro
Brand new and previously unreleased Modern Soul winner with two great sides for you to consider. Four sealed copies available. Be fast as this is a strictly limited release and if this ain't gonna be a future classic, what else will?
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/wordsofwisdomdontneed.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/wordsofwisdomwhatyoudo.mp3
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MAJOR LANCE: Sweeter As The Day Goes By * DAKAR; VG++, 20.- Euro, on hold
Mighty fine crossover soul dancer by Major Lance, who is best known for his magnificient 60's recordings for Chicago's Okeh output, but had a string of great 70's records, that deserve way more attention.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/majorlancesweeter.mp3
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HARMONICA FATS: Granny In The Groove * NORMAR STAR, M-, 20.- 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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GEORGE PORTER'S JOYRIDE: Cissy Strut / Sneaky Freaky * DEESU, M-, minor label flaking on flip, 20.- Euro
Two excellent super tight New Orleans Funk sides, probably unplayed before I lifted the soundfile. George Porter was - of course - the bass player for the Meters.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/georgeportercisssy.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/georgeportersneaky.mp3
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THE V.I.P.'s: You Pulled A Fast One * BIG TOP, pomo, VG++, "x" on lbl, 20.- Euro
Nice looking white label promo of this excellent 60's soul dancer with magical group harmony singing.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/vipsyoupulledafast.mp3
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GARY & GARY: I'm Leavin' (For Parts Unknown) / Deuces Wild * AROCK, VG+, "x" on label, 20.- Euro
Blue Eyed soul double sider on New York's Arock label. Not an easy one to track down and two great sides for you two consider.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garyandgaryimleavin.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garyandgarydeuceswild.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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JOE HAYWOOD: (Play Me) A Cornbread Song * KENT, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Hard knock Nola funky soul, that always fills the floor, when played out. Shiny and most likely unplayed before I lifted the soundclip.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joehaywoodplayme.mp3
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DONALD HEIGHT: Crazy Little Girl * OLD TOWN, VG to VG+, 20.- Euro
Superb 60's soul dancer by big voiced Donald Height. Mild surface marks on vinyl, plays excellent.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/donaldheightcrazy.mp3
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JOHNNIE TAYLOR: What About my Love * BEVERLY GLEN, M-, 20.- Euro
Modern Soul classic by former Stax artist Johnnie Taylor. This copy is super clean and you need a minty copy of this as it is narrowly pressed and with 5:42 minutes rather long for a 7" record.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnietaylorwhatabout 13.05.32.mp3
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BELITA WOODS: I Just Love You * EPIC, promo, wol, M-, 20.- Euro
The super talented Belita Woods from Detroit on her third and last 45 and what a gem of a record this is! Produced to perfection by Barrett Strong and Belita's silky voice adds some sugar on a relentless flowing backingtrack. 70's soul of the highest order and with a price tag, that doesn't reflect the quality of this record at all.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/belitawoodsijustlov.mp3
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J. J. BARNES: Sad Day A' Coming * REVILOT, M-, 15.- Euro
One of the greatest voices of the classic soul aera is without any doubt Detroit's J.J. Barnes. This nice and clean record is a classic example of his ability to turn everything he touches into gold.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jjabarnessadday.mp3
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INOVATIONS: Just Keep On Loving Me / Love & Respect (Is Due A Mother) * HIT SOUND!, M-, 15.- Euro
Cheap and cheerful Northern Soul two-sider, that sounds like a three figure record no matter which side you put the needle on.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/inovationsjustkeepon.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/inovationsloveandrespect.mp3
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IRMA THOMAS: We Got Something Good * CHESS, M-, 10.- Euro
Frantic 60's dancer, produced by Rick Hall at Muscle Shoals. So much better then it's price tag and definitely one of the finest recors you can buy from a small budget.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/irmathomaswegotsomething.mp3
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LOYCE COTTON: Try It, You Like It * AQUARIUS, M-, mild warp, not affecting play, 10.- Euro
Great funky edged femme soul dancer from Houston/Texas, the secret capitol of soulmusic.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lloycecottontryit.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. Clean stock, complete with it's original distribution sleeve. Don't sleep on a real soul masterpiece.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/beneeekingicanttake.mp3
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OSCAR WEATHERS: The Spoiler * TOP AND BOTTOM, M-, 10.- Euro
Action packed late 60's funky soul, produced by Van McCoy.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/oscarweathersthespoiler.mp3
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SAM FRAZIER, JR.: I Don't Want Another Love * GOODIETRAIN, M-, 10.- Euro
Great 1976 southern soul dancer on Neal Hemphill's legendary Birmingham/Alabama label. Cheap as chips and I don't know any good reason to leave this out of your collection.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/samfrazieridontwant.mp3
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