Changing tack away from 45s to let some great Soul albums go. I know they’re not everyone’s cup of tea, but there are always hidden gems on every disc, unreleased on 45. This is part one, with a handful to follow each night for a week or so.
Happy to provide more images of each item on request as the site limits upload capacity. Graded Cover / Vinyl, recordings in Mono (Mo) or Stereo (St). Message me to reserve or ask any questions.
Highly respected group flying high under the flag of this prized Hollywood label. Excuse the pun, but this incredible album is evenly split with a slower A and faster B side, no duffers on A, but B hosts the dance floor fillers ‘Miss treatment’ and ‘There’s nowt else to say’, backed up marvelously by the very collectable ‘Without a word’, ‘All of a sudden’ and ‘Another Dirty Deal’…..all brilliant. I can remember peeling the shrink wrap off this one, still in top condition
2) Archie Bell & Drells – I Can’t Stop Dancing – Atlantic 8204 (St) Ex-/M- £20
Sits in the shadows of the highly collectable ‘Tighten up’ album, but in both you’ll see the connections between their Houston roots, NY and Philly phases of their career. Gamble and Huff on any credits is nothing to be sniffed at. Is it me hearing similarities between the title track and ‘Harvey Averne – Never learned to dance?’ Don’t miss the snappy covers of Major Lance’s, Mayfield penned Monkey time and Sometimes I wonder…..upbeat party atmos throughout this disc. Cover graded lower for split on top edge, otherwise Ex
Whilst its debatable that JW has the best voice of the soul genre, IM-humble-O he had the most versatile voice in the business, outstanding vocals on everything he cut. Where do I start, well, rather than stating the obvious, I’ll simply reinforce that the quality of tracks on this slab of plastic is outstanding, that said 😊 a special note though for the brilliant 'My heart is calling'…..spine tingling
Quality is amplified by the way in which JW makes every track sound like we’ve been listening to them as anthems on the scene for decades, but several of the titles on this disc are lesser known 45s or LP only gems. Special mention Jackie’s version of ‘Darrell Banks – Open the door to your heart’, possibly the most covered soul track in the world with over 10 covers I know of!
5) Esquires – Get on up and get away – Bunky 300 (St) M-/M- £30
Bill Sheppard and Tom-Tom have a hand in this clutch of fabulous group soul tracks, all cemented by exquisite harmonies. The title tracks are finger poppers, there’s a slick cover of the ‘Rascals – Groovin’ and Mill Evans – When I’m ready – Tou-Sea’, ‘Everybody’s laughing’ is a fine beat ballad, then the sublime ‘How could it be’ which nestles in some DJ spot alongside the biggest tunes in the land, and finally the supreme x-over dancer “My sweet baby” from the US Fat Back 45. Liner notes from E Rodney Jones, President of the National Association of TV and Radio Announcers no less! Value for money or what? Little cover dink on bottom right corner
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Detroit Ronnie Robyn As Long As You Love Me Sidra Labe
Jackie Trent - You Baby Original Uk Pye Records 1966 Ex 7
Changing tack away from 45s to let some great Soul albums go. I know they’re not everyone’s cup of tea, but there are always hidden gems on every disc, unreleased on 45. This is part one, with a handful to follow each night for a week or so.
Happy to provide more images of each item on request as the site limits upload capacity. Graded Cover / Vinyl, recordings in Mono (Mo) or Stereo (St). Message me to reserve or ask any questions.
1) Incredibles – Heart & Soul – Audio Arts 7000 (St) M-/M- £30
Highly respected group flying high under the flag of this prized Hollywood label. Excuse the pun, but this incredible album is evenly split with a slower A and faster B side, no duffers on A, but B hosts the dance floor fillers ‘Miss treatment’ and ‘There’s nowt else to say’, backed up marvelously by the very collectable ‘Without a word’, ‘All of a sudden’ and ‘Another Dirty Deal’…..all brilliant. I can remember peeling the shrink wrap off this one, still in top condition
2) Archie Bell & Drells – I Can’t Stop Dancing – Atlantic 8204 (St) Ex-/M- £20
Sits in the shadows of the highly collectable ‘Tighten up’ album, but in both you’ll see the connections between their Houston roots, NY and Philly phases of their career. Gamble and Huff on any credits is nothing to be sniffed at. Is it me hearing similarities between the title track and ‘Harvey Averne – Never learned to dance?’ Don’t miss the snappy covers of Major Lance’s, Mayfield penned Monkey time and Sometimes I wonder…..upbeat party atmos throughout this disc. Cover graded lower for split on top edge, otherwise Ex
3) Jackie Wilson – Whispers – Brunswick 754122 (St) Ex-/M- £30
Whilst its debatable that JW has the best voice of the soul genre, IM-humble-O he had the most versatile voice in the business, outstanding vocals on everything he cut. Where do I start, well, rather than stating the obvious, I’ll simply reinforce that the quality of tracks on this slab of plastic is outstanding, that said 😊 a special note though for the brilliant 'My heart is calling'…..spine tingling
4) Jackie Wilson – Higher & Higher – Brunswick 54130 (Mo) M-/M- £40
Quality is amplified by the way in which JW makes every track sound like we’ve been listening to them as anthems on the scene for decades, but several of the titles on this disc are lesser known 45s or LP only gems. Special mention Jackie’s version of ‘Darrell Banks – Open the door to your heart’, possibly the most covered soul track in the world with over 10 covers I know of!
5) Esquires – Get on up and get away – Bunky 300 (St) M-/M- £30
Bill Sheppard and Tom-Tom have a hand in this clutch of fabulous group soul tracks, all cemented by exquisite harmonies. The title tracks are finger poppers, there’s a slick cover of the ‘Rascals – Groovin’ and Mill Evans – When I’m ready – Tou-Sea’, ‘Everybody’s laughing’ is a fine beat ballad, then the sublime ‘How could it be’ which nestles in some DJ spot alongside the biggest tunes in the land, and finally the supreme x-over dancer “My sweet baby” from the US Fat Back 45. Liner notes from E Rodney Jones, President of the National Association of TV and Radio Announcers no less! Value for money or what? Little cover dink on bottom right corner
PayPal by Friends or add 4% please, or I can send bank details.
Postage:
£5 - 1st Class Signed for (Insured to £50 only)
£9 – Special Delivery (Fully Insured)
No overseas on these, sorry
Cheers, Lee
Edited by Soulfulsolutions