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Don't Take Me As A Fool by Thee Heart Tones

45 pre-order available

https://theehearttones.bandcamp.com/releases

 Written by Thee Heart Tones Vocals - Jazmine Alvarado Organ - Ricky Cerezo Drums - Jorge Rodriguez Bass - Joshua Ajanel Featuring Johnny Rico on Guitar Featuring Kendall Coyer on back up vocals Recorded, Mixed, Mastered, and Produced by Adam Valenzuela in Long Beach Ca.

 

Don't Take Me As A Fool  by Thee Heart Tones

hey no takers?

 

here are then

now sold out on vinyl though told later repress planned

Bobby Harden & the Soulful Saints
"Feels So Good" / "Wounded Hearts"


From our friends at Dala Records:
Bobby Harden & The Soulful Saints are back with their new 45, “Feels So Good” b/w “Wounded Hearts,” the follow-up to their wildly popular debut single, “Runnin' (To Get To Your Love).” The A-side, “Feels So Good,” is the song we all need right now - an upbeat soul groove perfectly suited to soundtrack the better days ahead. The B-side, “Wounded Hearts,” is a deep ballad layered with strings and fuzz guitar and could have been a lost Curtis Mayfield single.

35 minutes ago, Source said:

hey no takers?

 

here are then

now sold out on vinyl though told later repress planned

Bobby Harden & the Soulful Saints
"Feels So Good" / "Wounded Hearts"


From our friends at Dala Records:
Bobby Harden & The Soulful Saints are back with their new 45, “Feels So Good” b/w “Wounded Hearts,” the follow-up to their wildly popular debut single, “Runnin' (To Get To Your Love).” The A-side, “Feels So Good,” is the song we all need right now - an upbeat soul groove perfectly suited to soundtrack the better days ahead. The B-side, “Wounded Hearts,” is a deep ballad layered with strings and fuzz guitar and could have been a lost Curtis Mayfield single.

Repress was supposed to be available from 7th Jan , but still showing ‘sold out ‘ . 

Cool version of Anna Raye’s ‘Will you love my child’ by Thee Illusions, coming soon. Not yet sure what will be on the other side, but no doubt quality as per their two 45’s so far.

 

Coming soon on a 45, latest laid back sounds from Chris Lujan & Electric Butter ft Andre Cruz…

 

12 hours ago, Andybellwood said:

Repress was supposed to be available from 7th Jan , but still showing ‘sold out ‘ . 

Just had this update from Dala

’There will be more copies available March 25th from record stores worldwide via our global distributor Secretly Distribution. Just be sure to inform your local record store to stock the record through Secretly. We also have a repress in the works. ’

SJ546 Jesse James - Father We're Having Trouble Down Here

Release Date: Monday February 21st 2022

 

This came out last year and sold out very quickly. Bandcamp is advertising the repress which I have just bought. Great percussive record with strong vocals.

15 minutes ago, Dukeburgundy said:

This came out last year and sold out very quickly. Bandcamp is advertising the repress which I have just bought. Great percussive record with strong vocals.

That’s a fair effort leaning heavy on Melba Moore’s ‘Magic Touch’! Cheers.

On 23/01/2022 at 18:20, Source said:

hey no takers?

 

here are then

now sold out on vinyl though told later repress planned

Bobby Harden & the Soulful Saints
"Feels So Good" / "Wounded Hearts"


From our friends at Dala Records:
Bobby Harden & The Soulful Saints are back with their new 45, “Feels So Good” b/w “Wounded Hearts,” the follow-up to their wildly popular debut single, “Runnin' (To Get To Your Love).” The A-side, “Feels So Good,” is the song we all need right now - an upbeat soul groove perfectly suited to soundtrack the better days ahead. The B-side, “Wounded Hearts,” is a deep ballad layered with strings and fuzz guitar and could have been a lost Curtis Mayfield single.

I hope this guy gets to come to the UK and sing this , Infront of an audience that really appreciates it , what a tune ,

If you are a T.S.U. Toronadoes fan, give this one a listen

 

Two sublime crossover gems. First time released on a 45rpm

ALLISON & THE SOUTH FUNK BOULEVARD BAND

AKA The T.S.U. Toronadoes

 

 

Ordered one this morning, one of the best “ new “ records.

Recently purchased this 45 from Juno. A new release from Roland Johnson.  It's not on his recent album. A bit spenny as it's got a brexit tax on it but IMO worth the extra strikes.

 

On 31/01/2022 at 15:17, constellation161 said:

Ordered one this morning, one of the best “ new “ records.

Agreed !

Recent 45 release on ‘It’s Soultime ‘

Smokie Norful ‘I've Got What You Need’

 

Edited February 7, 20223 yr by Andybellwood

Enjoying this, available digitally now and pre-order on 45, Oliver James on Colemine Records:

 

Split Decision Band - You're The One - Soul-Direction

B/W - My Love Just For You

 

46 minutes ago, Manfromsoul45s said:

Split Decision Band - You're The One - Soul-Direction

B/W - My Love Just For You

 

Sounded wonderful when I gave the demo a spin on Mondays’ radio show 

 

More catchy soulful goodness from C O S A Records avail now as download and 45 pre-order via Colemine Records webstore and through Bandcamp:

Before We Say Goodbye by Dewey Kenmore

https://deweykenmore.bandcamp.com/album/before-we-say-goodbye

 

Edited March 4, 20223 yr by Scotters

Boom! 🔥🔥🔥 
 

https://www.epsilonrecord.com

 

Edited March 12, 20223 yr by Yann V

Now in stock at Detour . Just a few left of this Ltd edition (of 300) after pre orders . They’ll be no repress . 

http://shop.detourrecords.co.uk/epages/es785745.mobile/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/es785745/Products/LB02

Hard on the heels of the debut release (LB01 Lou Pride) comes a sensational double A side from the soul of Steve Marriott! 

''Steve Marriotts' prolific collaborations over the decades with ladies of soul including Clydie King, Venetta Fields, Sherlie Matthews, Billie Barnum, Claudia Lennear, P.P. Arnold, Doris Troy, Sam Brown and Margo Buchanan are in the main 'invisible' with recordings lost and/or unreleased. In the meantime hopefully this 2nd Last Bastion Records release will give a small insight into the soulful side of Steve, 1st time on 45, originally recorded for unreleased /shelved LPs and includes two of The Small Faces finally re uniting and on the flip, backing vocals from P.P. Arnold again re uniting with Steve.'' 

Andy Bellwood (Last Bastion Records) Records)

Two absolute beauties , keeping the legacy of Marriott alive, more than a small face! Amazing how his voice sounds so fresh as if it was today, you can see why so many have tried to emulate this wonderful man. Great that these 2 are released on Vinyl for the 1st time – well done Bastion Records Keep em coming!

Alan May – 6TR / Glory Boy Mod Radio Show

 

'Steve Marriott was one of the best songwriters of his generation and his music will continue to be discovered and enjoyed for generations to come”

Johnny Bradley (www.modsofyourgeneration.com / www.Facebook.com/modsofyourgeneration)

 

“What a voice, the late great Steve Marriott sounding as Soulful as ever!” 

Rob Bailey/Dr Robert (www.newuntouchables.com / http://www.lebeatbespoke.com) 

 

''He (Steve Marriott) had the best white man singing the blues, white soul singer voice ever. He was a black man in a little white body.'' 

Jerry Shirley (Humble Pie drummer & various incarnations of Steve Marriott bands) 

 

''Both of these tracks, in my opinion, prove that Steve Marriott was most definitely the best British Male R&B/Soul vocalist.... He was authentic, full of expression and all the way “Live”. I remember recording those BV´s on ´Some Kind Of Wonderful´ with Sam Brown and Margo Buchanan. The track was on fire, raw, funky and full of spirit.'' 

P.P. Arnold

 

"Lonely No More" sees the legendary duo of Marriott & Lane back together for one last time. It's like they never went away. Superb!" 

Eddie Piller (Mod DJ, MD Acid Jazz Records,Totally Wired Radio/Modcast)

 

 

Edited March 12, 20223 yr by Andybellwood

no sleep for soul junction another 45 on its way

Apr 11th release

SJ1018 The Hill District - Your Scared Of Falling In Love b/w Richie Merrett - You’ll Always Have

 

Randolph Brown & Company – It Ain’t Like It Used To Be

 

On 23/01/2022 at 18:20, Source said:

hey no takers?

 

here are then

now sold out on vinyl though told later repress planned

Bobby Harden & the Soulful Saints
"Feels So Good" / "Wounded Hearts"


From our friends at Dala Records:
Bobby Harden & The Soulful Saints are back with their new 45, “Feels So Good” b/w “Wounded Hearts,” the follow-up to their wildly popular debut single, “Runnin' (To Get To Your Love).” The A-side, “Feels So Good,” is the song we all need right now - an upbeat soul groove perfectly suited to soundtrack the better days ahead. The B-side, “Wounded Hearts,” is a deep ballad layered with strings and fuzz guitar and could have been a lost Curtis Mayfield single.

For anyone still looking for a copy , have just seen copies on the Daptone site and Rough trade not sure how many 

Lovely modern tune out on LRK 7" end of may

 

On 28/03/2022 at 21:46, Happy Feet said:

For anyone still looking for a copy , have just seen copies on the Daptone site and Rough trade not sure how many 

Great record . Buying in UK from Daptone in USA attracts high p&p etc costs . None available at Rough Trade . Advised would be available at Juno but none surfaced there . 

Edited March 30, 20223 yr by Andybellwood

On 23/01/2022 at 19:45, Scotters said:

Cool version of Anna Raye’s ‘Will you love my child’ by Thee Illusions, coming soon. Not yet sure what will be on the other side, but no doubt quality as per their two 45’s so far.

 

T’other side now confirmed and available for download Bandcamp etc ahead of the 45 if anyone interested…

 

On 28/03/2022 at 21:46, Happy Feet said:

For anyone still looking for a copy , have just seen copies on the Daptone site and Rough trade not sure how many 

Just had a look. Daptone have copies at $8 but shipping estimated starting at $18. Rough Trade have an option to be notified when it comes back into stock.

7 hours ago, Seano said:

Just had a look. Daptone have copies at $8 but shipping estimated starting at $18. Rough Trade have an option to be notified when it comes back into stock.

I was just looking and Daptone at the moment seem to be the only outlet posting to the UK , so I put 3 copies in my basket requested shipping and 3 copies $ 24 + $ 27 total $51 , that's equates to £13 each better than the going rate , but will be surprised if Daptone UK don't get any eventually but will probably be classed as an oldie by then , maybe 2 or 3 get together and buy a few save on postage costs 

here are....

RK are proud to announce the Preorders for LRK-14

Ltd to 300 copies only. Comes in a stunning picture sleeve

A Side: Get Mine
B Side; I'm Gone

MEET BELLA BROWN & THE JEALOUS LOVERS

From Los Angeles, California

Imagine a band that is Sharon Jones meets James Brown while putting a modern twist on 70’s soul and funk music.

Fronted by the wonderful Carol Hatchett- She is known as one of Bette Midler’s backup Singer/Dancers, the infamous “Harlettes” and has appeared in Bette’s Emmy Award-winning “Diva Las Vegas” HBO Special, “The Showgirl Must Go On” HBO Special and numerous music tours worldwide.

credits

releases June 30, 2022

 

 

Two new releases available for pre order for despatch 11th July 2022.

www.soul-direction.co.uk

 

out September

VEE GEES
"Talkin" Mono / Stereo 
7"/45rpm - Limited Edition
Full Digital Download included
The Vee-Gees (previously known as the Versatile Gents) were from Greensboro, N.C. The versalite Gents started the Group in 1967 originally as "the African Americans" performed at a talent show at Gillespie Park School, Geensboro, North Carolina. Soon After Virginia Massey a Senior Music Major at A&T joined the group and the name was changed to Gin And The Gents. After one year Massey left the Band and their name was changed to The Versatile Gents. They reformed and called themselves the Vee Gees in the early 70’s. The Members are Robert Evans (Vince Evans of the NFL's brother), Nathaniel Herring, Anthony Quick, CC Stewart, Cecil Young.In their band. Carlton Morales that wrote "Vallotte" and played with Julian Lennon on guitar. Kevan Tynes on drums. Walter Carlton on bass. They recored a beautiful sweet soul side call It’s hard to say so long on Jump in 1973. They came back to the studio in 1974 and cut the incredible Talkin on Jump off records. Vee Gees Talkin is the ultimate crossover tune, Spun by some of the best deejays in the world in the last 3 decades including Arthur Fenn, Keith Money, Andy Burns, Buey, Andy Dawes, Alexander Dimitriades Bentley,  Jens Chreisti, Steven Clancy and many others. We’re sure you will be singing all day “Hey brother, brother, just had a talk with the man yesterday.. what did he saaaaaay? “

Here's a nice new release , b side to "Hey Love " on the Soul Tune label from Stockholm, Sweden ,

Maria Sanchez , "Give Me Your Lovin" , now available 

 

 

Featuring the new single, "Overflowing", from the upcoming debut album, out August 26th. 

 

 

Been playing this in sets recently, Cleethorpes Weekender for one.  Don't miss it on a 7", they won't be around for long!

 

https://www.juno.co.uk/products/mamas-gun-good-love/864253-01/?c=866&utm_campaign=alert_auto_email&utm_source=auto_email_jr&utm_medium=new_release&utm_content=alert_cover_art

 

Cheers,

Mark R

A quick search didn't turn this up so hopefully I'm not doubling up on a posting I couldn't find here. This arrived in yesterday's post, via a message I saw on Facebook. On Creative Soul, Don Bryant 2 excellent sides, with 'A world like that' the A side but an equally great B side of his self-penned 'It was jealousy', the same song that was recorded by Otis Clay:

https://creativesoulcouk.bigcartel.com/product/don-bryant-a-world-like-that-it-was-jealousy