GREEN LIGHT: In The Sky * SHAMMARA, M-, 1200.- Euro, sold
Super rare Modern Soul and of course a cover of the much loved Rance-Allen-tune. Only two copies sold online in the last 15 years and this might be your only chance ever to obtain this rarity.
TRACE OF SMOKE: Treasure Mind / U.R. * B.J., VG, 1000.- Euro, sold
Great playing VG copy of this monster Modern Soul winner from Austin / Texas. This is my old DJ copy (I recently minted up) and "Treasure Mind" plays great. The flipside has a few more crackles, but it's the uptempo side you going to play anyway.
FREE YOUTH: You Take To Much Time To Change * TMI, M-, 250.- Euro, sold
Beautiful sweet crossover soul and a very rare record. The good side is only available on the issue copies. Super clean copy in it's original birth sleeve.
DEAN COURTNEY: I'll Always Love You * RCA VICTOR, promo, VG+, slight edge warp not affecting play, 250.- Euro
Excellent uptempo 60's Northern Soul written by Leon Huff and Len Barry from the Vaults of RCA, a company with countless hidden gems in their huge catalogue.
THE REGENTS: What'Cha Gonna Do / I Tried With You * MAD, strong VG, 225.- Euro
Widely unknown Northern Soul double sider with a nice and catchy garage feel to it. Two good sides back to back! Mild surface marks on vinyl, that most dealers would grade VG+.
FREEWAY: Keep On Shinin' * IEMPSA, Made in Peru, VG++, 200.- Euro, sold
Here is a complete unknown 70's Modern Soul Boogie tune, only released in Peru and needless to say, that this is a rare one. Freeway were an american band touring in Peru and they recorded two 45s in South America before they split up. It's a catchy funky song with a great production, nice vocals and a spaced out synth solo towards the end. Who said there are no new discoveries out there?
RUBY WINTERS: Better * DIAMOND, VG++, promo stamp on lbl flipside, 150.- Euro
One of these records why I fell in love with soulmusic back in the days. Majestic, soulful 60's dance record with lyrics to get on your knees for. Northern Soul never sounded better and how good does it look with it's original Diamond sleeve?
THE PRECISIONS: Treason / Me And My Gal * Reissue from an acetate, VG++, 100.- Euro
A few years back Eli "Paperboy" Reed pressed 40 copies of one of his acetates and gave it away to friends and sold a handful via facebook. So, what you see here is an unreleased slice of 60's dance soul, that only exists as an original acetate and in very limited numbers on this great sounding reissue. Not sure, if these are the Detroit Precisions, they don't sound motorcity-like to my ears, but whoever this is, it's mindblowing good 60's dance soul.
LEE McDONALD: Gotta Get Home / Show Me * DEBBIE, M-, 75.- Euro
Outstanding Modern Soul stepper from 1979. Top side is on the rare LP by Lee McDonald as well, but the 7" provides a different mix compared to the LP-take. Flip it over for a beautiful slow jam.
THE WHATNAUTS: Help Is On The Way * HARLEM INTERNATIONAL, VG++, 65.- Euro
Modern Soul Boogie dancer from the top shelf and a record, that never fails to get the dancers up. A catchy and tight call to the dancefloor by the mighty Whatnauts after they left Sylvia Robinson's All Platinum group. Some very light surface marks, that do not affect play.
Hard hitting Nola Funk by Cyril Neville. Essential 45 if you like your records sweaty, funky and raw. Vinyl has some surface marks but plays loud and proud.
EDDIE KENDRICKS: Date With The Rain * MOTOWN, Made in Germany, Vinyl: VG+ / Sleeve: VG+, with some writings on it, 50.- Euro, sold
Hard to find german picture sleeve issue of this massive 70's soul spin by the falsetto voice of the Temptation, the great Eddie Kendricks. What a fantastic record this is... Vinyl has some strange looking marks on it, but plays absolutely flawless.
MOSES DILLARD & THE TEX TOWN DISPLAY: I've Got To Find A Way * CURTOM, VG++, 50.- Euro
One of the tougher pulls on Curtom and a great one too. Funky mid- to downtempo beats coupled with some excellent guitar work and superb vocals by Moses Dillard, who was originally from South Carolina and was also one part of Moses & Dillard, who recorded the Modern Soul anthem "Here We Go, Loving Again" along with handfull of other highly collectable 45s for Shout, Mala and 123.
WILLIE LEE (aka Willie Tee): Sweet Thing / Man That I Am * GATUR, VG++, H2O damaged labels, 50.- Euro, sold
Awesome funky soul by New Orleans legend Willie Tee on his own Gatur label. This is the misspelled version, credited to "Willie Lee". Hurricane Kathrina did some damage to the labels, but the vinyl is shiny and clean.
RANDY JACKSON: How Can I Be Sure * EPIC, promo, VG++, almost M-, 40.- Euro, sold
Mesmerizing midtempo 70's soul winner by Randy Jackson, the ex bass player for the Jackson 5. Randy was the youngest of the brothers and he was the unofficial 6th member playing percussion in the background. When the Jackson 5 signed to Epic, they changed their name to the Jacksons and from this point on Randy was an offical member of the band. This is his only solo release from 1978 and it's simply brilliant. Check the soundbyte!
THE ONCOMING TIMES: If You Had my Love / What Is Life Without Love * DUO, VG++, 40.- Euro
Two might fine sides arranged by the great Donny Hathaway. Top side provides a catchyand melodic girlie dancer and the ballad flip ain't too shabby either.
ETHICS: Look At Me Now * VENT, VG+/VG-, 40.- Euro, sold
One of the greatest Philly dancers in my book. Arranged by the talented Vince Montana and here you have everything I like about uptempo soul; a free floating band with a strong uptempo beat and mindblowing group harmonies. The flipside has a larger rubmark and plays with repeating clicks, but you need this for the uptempo side anyway.
BETA BIZARRE BOOGIE BAND: Chattahoochee Chugalug * RAFTER, M- / M-, 40.- Euro
Super cool Budweiser promotion record with a killer disco boogie side. Super clean copy, that comes complete with it's picture sleeve. The flipside of this indeed bizarre release is country.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/betabizarreboogie.mp3
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THE MANHATTENS: I Can't Stand For You To Leave Me * DeLUXE, VG++, 35.- Euro, sold
The poor mans Universal Sound as Tim Ashibende once called this. And indeed, it sounds like "It's All Over Baby" and it is 200 times cheaper than the record, than the one on everybdodys want list.
WILLIE HARPER: A Certain Girl / I Don't Need You Anymore * TOU-SEA, promo, storage warp, not affecting play, 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.
J.B. TROY: Ain't It The Truth * MUSICOR, VG to VG+, drill hole in label, 30.- Euro, sold
Uptempo 60's soul mover written by James Bailey, former member of the Doo-Wop group the Cadillas and later a succesfuk songwriter for the likes of Isaac Hayes, Main Ingredient and many more.
EDDIE HOUSTON: I Can't Go Wrong / That's How Much * CAPITOL, Made in France, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG++, 30.- Euro
Fantastic slice of funky R&B on a beautiful looking french artsleeve issue. Top side is an underrated 60's club soul banger, that sounds ace played out loud. Flip it over for a mighty fine deep soul ballad (the actual A-side of this record, but this record will most likely sell for the dance side)
ELDRIDGE HOLMES: The Book / No Substitute * DEESU, VG+, 30.- Euro
Another Marshall Sehorn and Allen Toussaint production from the Crescent City. Uptempo funky soul on the featured side and deep and slow magic on the flip. Such a good record!
JIMMY DOTSON: Heartbreak Avenue * MERCURY promo, VG+, 30.- Euro
Excellent, heart wrenching deep soul ballad and pretty hard to find on a yellow demo. A few mikld ticks on the first rotations, plays clean afterwards. Priced accordingly.
RAY CRUMLEY: All The Way In Love With You * ALARM, M-, 30.- Euro
If quality would be the indication for the price of a record, this baby here would fly out for three figures easily. Ray Crumley was the lead singer for the Solid Gold Revue, who recorded an incredible rare and great LP and he had 3 releases on Alarm records, that are all worth checking out. This is pure dancefloor dynamite, that got ignored by all major jocks for reasons unknown to me. Check the soundbyte!
ANGELA DAVIS & REUBIN FISHER: Time Don't Wait On No One * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 30.- Euro
Semi known Detroit crossover goodie on Eugene Davis Flaming Arrow output. And yes, this is the same Angela Davis, who recorded the floorfiller "My Love Is So Strong", her duet partner Reubin Fisher remains a mystery though, I couldn't find out anything about him, except singing on this little gem here.
ELLOIT SMALL: Girls Are Made For Loving * NEW SOUND, VG+, warped plays through with no problems, 30.- Euro
Half price on this rare local first release before Bang took over for national distribution. Record is mildly warped, but plays without extra tracking on both of my turntables.
PEGGY GAINES: Sweet Way Of Living / Just To Satisfy My Baby * REF-O-REE, M-, 30.- Euro, sold
Clean copy of this very underrated Nashville goodie. Two fantastic sides for you to consider with "Sweet Way Of Living" being my side of choice. The song is only 1:30 long (allthogh the label states 2:40), but these 1:30 are surely soul heaven!
ARTIE CHRISTOPHER: My Baby's Crying / Don't Try It Again * 5-HIGH, VG+, 30.- Euro
A fantastic deep soul record with an equally great uptempo cut on the flip. Let's hear what sir shambling has to say about this record:
"Although he recorded a few 45s under the name “Artie Christopher” I’m 99% sure that this is really Johnny Christopher, the guitarist/songwriter who is best known in soul circles for his work with Chips Moman at his American Studio in Memphis. Christopher’s musical credits are both lengthy and impressive but I want to concentrate here on the soul side of his personality. His initial single under his nom-de-disque included the superb deep soul ballad "My Baby's Crying". This has all the ingredients that I love in this genre – some simple gospel chord changes, fine organ/piano accompaniment, a gently cooing chorus and some rich horns. On top of which “Artie” does a really bang-up job of expressing the emotional angst of his own lyric. Was this cut in Nashville? Or Atlanta – where Johnny came from? I don’t know. The flip – and both sides of the second Atlantic 45 were certainly cut at American."
PACE-SETTERS: Push On Jessie Jackson / Freedom And Justice * KENT, M-, 25.- Euro
Funky edged soul with a message, that recently crossed over to more open minded Northern Soul dos. I actually prefer the inbstrumental B-side, but both sides are great and this copy is clean as a whistle.
EDDIE BO: You Are Going To Be Somebodys Fool Too * NOLA; VG++, 25.- Euro
Edwin Bocage alias Eddie Bo, better know for his mindboggling funk sides from the 70's, with a superb 60's soul mover. Pure New Orleans class on extra clean wax. Don't sleep!
LEE DORSEY: Vista, Vista * AMY, VG++, drill hjole in lbl, 25.- Euro, sold
Lee Dorsey's only Northern Soul dancer and what an underrated record this is. My last spare went to a big name DJ and be assured, that records of this calibre don't fly under the radar for too long.
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. No, this is not for the dancefloor or something to impress your friends with; it's just mindblowing good soulmusic.
DIAMOND JOE: The ABC Song / Look Way Back * DEESU, promo, M-, 25.- 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. I'm down to my last copy of this!
FREDDY BUTLER: There Was A Time * KAPP, Promo, VG++, very close to M-, 25.- Euro
Excellent Detroit 60's soul produced by the Pied Piper guys and written By Nick Ashford, Lorraine Chandler (who's real name was Ermastine Lewis) and Joe Hunter. Top side is M- and the flip is VG++.
BOBBY GLOVER: Your Spell * COLUMBIA promo, VG++, radio station stamp on lbl, stickewr on labels, 25.- Euro
Overlooked major label Modern Soul / Boogie track, that ticks all the boxes. A nice bassline, great vocals and clubby production. One for the DJs with some imagination!
MARVIN HOLMES & JUSTICE: Tell The Truth / Summer Of '73 * BROWN DOOR, M-, 20.- Euro
The debut 45 of Marvin Holmes & Justice in Mint shape, whose "You Better Keep Her" is a classic Mecca spin and indemand for decades on the soul scene. Two great sides here, taken from their ultra rare debut LP. Top sides provides a funky 70's mover with soulful vocals and tight backings. Flip it over for an excellent instrumental.
MARVA WHITNEY: It's My Thing / Ball Of Fire * KING VG to VG+, mild warp, plays Ex, 20.- Euro
Make no mistakes, this is one of the greatest sister funk records ever recorded. The Isley Brother's song put on another level, a James Brown production of immense funkyness and a great soulful, desperate performance by Marva Whitney. Great soulful flipside on top. A must have record!
JAMES DUNCAN: You've Gotta Be Strong / All Goodbyes Ain't Gone * FEDERAL, M-, 20.- Euro
Banging raw funk on the top side and a nice little shuffler on the flip. A supern and very underrated 45 in my book and still on the affordable side of things.
GENE CHANDLER: After The Laughter * CHECKER, VG++, 20.- Euro, sold
Great Chicago Northern Soul dancer with a banging Carl Davis production. Record has a tiny mark towards the end, that causes a few very light clicks and some mild label flaking.
THE DELLS: Make Sure * CADET, M-, drill hole in lbl, 20.- Euro, sold
One of the most soulful records ever pressed on wax. A haunting masterpiece and the lead voice of Marvin Junior on this must be one of the most powerful musical expressions in the world.
BARBARA ACKLIN: Just Ain't No Love * BRUNSWICK, M-, 20.- Euro, promo sticker on label flipsisde, sold
I'm always amazed how good these 60's Brunwick 45s sound. Carl Davis and Eugene Record created a unique sound, sophisticated and banging at the same time. Anyway, just a really great 60's dancer by Mrs. Acklin, a lady who failed to make a bad record.
THE METERS: Be My Lady * WARNER BROTHERS, VG++, 20.- Euro
Who said the Meters could just play funky stuff? Here they are with a super soulful midtempo Modern Soul side taken from their "New Directions"-LP. A fantastic and very underrated sound, check the soundbyte!
SMOKEY JOHNSON: It Ain't My Fault * NOLA; VG++, 20.- Euro
New Orleans session drummer Smokey Johnson on one of his two solo 45s for Nola records. I'm not aware of any other record, that features the Hi-Hat so much then this funky masterpiece.
GEORGE PORTER'S JOYRIDE: Cissy Strut / Sneaky Freaky * DEESU, M-, minor label flaking on flip, minor storage warp, 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.
UNIVERSAL MIND: Reach Out For Me * RED COACH, promo, strong VG, 15.- Euro
Majestic 70's take on arguably one of the best Burt Bacharach / Hal David songs. Actually an interesting record as it marks the gap between the classic soul era and the disco boom of the late 70's. This record meanders inbetween both worlds and has a unique charm to it.
THE ESCORTS: Love Is Like A Dream * KNOCKOUT, M-, 12.- Euro
A perfect 70's dance soul record with sweet vocals by the Escorts, a group formed by George Kerr while they were prison convicts in New Jersey's Rahway State Prison. This is their last relase from the early 80's.
HOT BUSH Tell Me That You Will * APA, M-, 12.- Euro
Unplayed stock copy o this T.K. distributed Florida 70's soul gem. A stepper of the highest order and cheaper than all the stupid useless reissues flooding the market these days.
WILLIE HUTCH: Theme Of Foxy Brown * MOTOWN, VG to VG+, mild warp not affecting play, 10.- Euro
Title song of the Blaxploitation flick "Foxy Brown" starring Pam Grier. Great funky soul by Willie Hutch and cool to have on the original 7". Flipside has a few more marks and plays with slight crackles, but igt's the great playing A-side you need this record for.
BOBBY WOMACK: Daylight * UNITED ARTISTS, promo, VG to VG+, wol, 10.- Euro, sold
Incredible good 70's soul by the mighty Womack. Mild marks on vinyl, plays VG+ or better. Drop this at 5 in the morning when the sun goes up and see what's happening!
DONNY GERARD: He's Always Somewhere Around * GREEDY, M-, 10.- Euro
One of the very best things you can buy for next to nothing. A 70's dancer, that sounds like 3 figures, a label design by an unknown maestro and the song was published by "Joyfully Sad Music" /what a name for a publishing company!), honestly, what more do you want?
JERRY BUTLER: Lost / You Don't Know What You Got Until You Lose It * MERCURY promo, VG++, 10.- Euro, sold
Nice looking and even better sounding promo copy of this Chicago /Philadelphia cooperation. Former Impressions singer Jerry Butler teamed up with Gamble and Huff and so much talent in a recording studio resulted in two magnificient songs. The uptempo side "Lost" and the mindboggling ballad on the flip. Way rarer promo copy, the "Lost" side has a kind of pressing flaw in the run-out-grooves which keeps it from being Mint, both sides play flawlessly and 5 bucks for either side seems like a baragin to me.
ORANGE SUNSHINE: Who's Cheating On Who * PRODIGAL, promo, M-, 10.- Euro
Superb funky cheapo produced by Don Boddie of Boddie records fame. So much better then it's price tag and a proof, that record collecting doesn't have to break the bank.
BOBBY BLAND: Good Time Charlie * DUKE, M-, wol, 10.- Euro, sold
Uptempo 60's raw soul for the dancefloor by the incomparable Bobby Bland. Every bloody reissue sets you back to more money and it's beyond me, why anybody spends his hard earned dosh on represses, when quality records like this are available for less.
THE OTHER BOTHERS: Precious Memories * RENAISSANCE "76", M-, 10.- Euro
Charming Detroit 70's soul. The basic track is recorded in Mono and the synths and the vocals are in Stereo - a weird but wonderful recording technique.
Frank Wilson Do I Love You Uk Motown 7 Great Copy Floo
The Yardbirds Heart Full Of Soul 1965 Beat Single 7
1964 Sam Cooke - Shake A Change Is Gonna Come - Rca 47-
To order: PM me . Records will be reserved on a strict first come, first served basis.
No matter how big your order is, 8.- 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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GREEN LIGHT: In The Sky * SHAMMARA, M-, 1200.- Euro, soldSuper rare Modern Soul and of course a cover of the much loved Rance-Allen-tune. Only two copies sold online in the last 15 years and this might be your only chance ever to obtain this rarity.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/greenlightinthesky1.mp3
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TRACE OF SMOKE: Treasure Mind / U.R. * B.J., VG, 1000.- Euro, soldGreat playing VG copy of this monster Modern Soul winner from Austin / Texas. This is my old DJ copy (I recently minted up) and "Treasure Mind" plays great. The flipside has a few more crackles, but it's the uptempo side you going to play anyway.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/traceofsmoketreasure1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/traceofsmokeur1.mp3
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FREE YOUTH: You Take To Much Time To Change * TMI, M-, 250.- Euro, soldBeautiful sweet crossover soul and a very rare record. The good side is only available on the issue copies. Super clean copy in it's original birth sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/freeyouthyoutake.mp3
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DEAN COURTNEY: I'll Always Love You * RCA VICTOR, promo, VG+, slight edge warp not affecting play, 250.- Euro
Excellent uptempo 60's Northern Soul written by Leon Huff and Len Barry from the Vaults of RCA, a company with countless hidden gems in their huge catalogue.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/deancourtneyillalways.mp3
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THE REGENTS: What'Cha Gonna Do / I Tried With You * MAD, strong VG, 225.- Euro
Widely unknown Northern Soul double sider with a nice and catchy garage feel to it. Two good sides back to back! Mild surface marks on vinyl, that most dealers would grade VG+.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/regentswhatcha.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/regentsitriedwithyou.mp3
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FREEWAY: Keep On Shinin' * IEMPSA, Made in Peru, VG++, 200.- Euro, soldHere is a complete unknown 70's Modern Soul Boogie tune, only released in Peru and needless to say, that this is a rare one. Freeway were an american band touring in Peru and they recorded two 45s in South America before they split up. It's a catchy funky song with a great production, nice vocals and a spaced out synth solo towards the end. Who said there are no new discoveries out there?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/freewaykeepshining.mp3
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DOROTHY WILLIAMS: The Well's Gone Dry * GOLDWAX, VG++ (UK ex), 150.- Euro
Superb R&B fueled 60's mover on a nice and clean Goldwax issue. Great record and definitely a hard one to find on this beloved Memphis label.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dorothywilliamsthewellsgone.mp3
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RUBY WINTERS: Better * DIAMOND, VG++, promo stamp on lbl flipside, 150.- Euro
One of these records why I fell in love with soulmusic back in the days. Majestic, soulful 60's dance record with lyrics to get on your knees for. Northern Soul never sounded better and how good does it look with it's original Diamond sleeve?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rubywintersbetter.mp3
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COLD BLOOD: I'm A Good Woman * SAN FRANCISCO, M-, 150.- Euro
Condition, condition, condition! A totally Mint copy of this massive club banger, that never fails to set some fire on the dancefloor.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/coldbloodimagood1.mp3
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JACKIE WILSON: Because Of You * BRUNSWICK, VG, 100.- Euro
Great playing VG copy of this massive Northern Soul sound from the early 70's.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jackiewilsonbecauseof.mp3
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THE PRECISIONS: Treason / Me And My Gal * Reissue from an acetate, VG++, 100.- Euro
A few years back Eli "Paperboy" Reed pressed 40 copies of one of his acetates and gave it away to friends and sold a handful via facebook. So, what you see here is an unreleased slice of 60's dance soul, that only exists as an original acetate and in very limited numbers on this great sounding reissue. Not sure, if these are the Detroit Precisions, they don't sound motorcity-like to my ears, but whoever this is, it's mindblowing good 60's dance soul.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/precisionstreason.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/precisionsmeandmy.mp3
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FRANK POLK: Love Is Dangerous * CAPITOL, VG+++, 75.- Euro
Classic Northern Soul, that was comped on one of the Kent LPs from back in the days, produced by the great David Axelrod.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/frankpolkloveisdangerous.mp3
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LEE McDONALD: Gotta Get Home / Show Me * DEBBIE, M-, 75.- Euro
Outstanding Modern Soul stepper from 1979. Top side is on the rare LP by Lee McDonald as well, but the 7" provides a different mix compared to the LP-take. Flip it over for a beautiful slow jam.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldgottagethome.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldshowme1.mp3
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THE WHATNAUTS: Help Is On The Way * HARLEM INTERNATIONAL, VG++, 65.- Euro
Modern Soul Boogie dancer from the top shelf and a record, that never fails to get the dancers up. A catchy and tight call to the dancefloor by the mighty Whatnauts after they left Sylvia Robinson's All Platinum group. Some very light surface marks, that do not affect play.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/whatnautshelpisonthe.mp3
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CYRIL NEVILLE: Gossip * JOSIE, VG, 60.- Euro
Hard hitting Nola Funk by Cyril Neville. Essential 45 if you like your records sweaty, funky and raw. Vinyl has some surface marks but plays loud and proud.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cyrilnevillegossdip.mp3
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PARIS: I Choose You / Punkin Funkin * KELLI-ARTS, M-, 50.- Euro, soldClassic windy city stepper with an overlooked boogie flipside.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/parisichooseyou.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/parisfunkin.mp3
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EDDIE KENDRICKS: Date With The Rain * MOTOWN, Made in Germany, Vinyl: VG+ / Sleeve: VG+, with some writings on it, 50.- Euro, soldHard to find german picture sleeve issue of this massive 70's soul spin by the falsetto voice of the Temptation, the great Eddie Kendricks. What a fantastic record this is... Vinyl has some strange looking marks on it, but plays absolutely flawless.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiekendricksdatewiththe1.mp3
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MOSES DILLARD & THE TEX TOWN DISPLAY: I've Got To Find A Way * CURTOM, VG++, 50.- Euro
One of the tougher pulls on Curtom and a great one too. Funky mid- to downtempo beats coupled with some excellent guitar work and superb vocals by Moses Dillard, who was originally from South Carolina and was also one part of Moses & Dillard, who recorded the Modern Soul anthem "Here We Go, Loving Again" along with handfull of other highly collectable 45s for Shout, Mala and 123.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mosesdillardivegottofind1.mp3
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WILLIE LEE (aka Willie Tee): Sweet Thing / Man That I Am * GATUR, VG++, H2O damaged labels, 50.- Euro, soldAwesome funky soul by New Orleans legend Willie Tee on his own Gatur label. This is the misspelled version, credited to "Willie Lee". Hurricane Kathrina did some damage to the labels, but the vinyl is shiny and clean.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieleesweetthing.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieleemanthatiam.mp3
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JEAN WELLS: What Have I Got To Lose * CALLA, M-, 45.- Euro, soldSimply one of the finest soul records under gods sun! A beauty without any doubt.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jeanwellswhathave.mp3
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WILLIE BOBO: Always There * COLUMBIA, promo, M-, 40.- Euro
Funky Latin 70's dancer by the great Willie Bobo and of course this is a cover of the classic Blackbyrds tune. Great record and a true floorfiller.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieboboalwaysthere.mp3
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RANDY JACKSON: How Can I Be Sure * EPIC, promo, VG++, almost M-, 40.- Euro, soldMesmerizing midtempo 70's soul winner by Randy Jackson, the ex bass player for the Jackson 5. Randy was the youngest of the brothers and he was the unofficial 6th member playing percussion in the background. When the Jackson 5 signed to Epic, they changed their name to the Jacksons and from this point on Randy was an offical member of the band. This is his only solo release from 1978 and it's simply brilliant. Check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/randyjacksonhowcanibesure.mp3
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CHET McDOWELL: I Guess You Don't Know (The Golden Rule) * DART, VG++, 40.- Euro
Semi known 60's dancer and a sound for the rare and underplayed room. Way better then it's till rather low price tag.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/chetmcdowelliguessyou.mp3
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THE ONCOMING TIMES: If You Had my Love / What Is Life Without Love * DUO, VG++, 40.- Euro
Two might fine sides arranged by the great Donny Hathaway. Top side provides a catchyand melodic girlie dancer and the ballad flip ain't too shabby either.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/oncmingtimesifyouhadmy.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/oncomingtimeswhatislife.mp3
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ETHICS: Look At Me Now * VENT, VG+/VG-, 40.- Euro, soldOne of the greatest Philly dancers in my book. Arranged by the talented Vince Montana and here you have everything I like about uptempo soul; a free floating band with a strong uptempo beat and mindblowing group harmonies. The flipside has a larger rubmark and plays with repeating clicks, but you need this for the uptempo side anyway.
soundfiile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ethicslookatmenow.mp3
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MARK MURPHY: Why Don't You Do Right? * RIVERSIDE, VG+, 40.- Euro, soldMod Jazz dancer from the top shelf and the best version of this beloved Joe McCoy tune.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/markmurphywhydontyou.mp3
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BETA BIZARRE BOOGIE BAND: Chattahoochee Chugalug * RAFTER, M- / M-, 40.- Euro
Super cool Budweiser promotion record with a killer disco boogie side. Super clean copy, that comes complete with it's picture sleeve. The flipside of this indeed bizarre release is country.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/betabizarreboogie.mp3
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THE MANHATTENS: I Can't Stand For You To Leave Me * DeLUXE, VG++, 35.- Euro, soldThe poor mans Universal Sound as Tim Ashibende once called this. And indeed, it sounds like "It's All Over Baby" and it is 200 times cheaper than the record, than the one on everybdodys want list.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/frankpolkloveisdangerous.mp3
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WILLIE HARPER: A Certain Girl / I Don't Need You Anymore * TOU-SEA, promo, storage warp, not affecting play, 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/willieharperacertaingirl.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieharperidontneed1.mp3
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BOBBY WOMACK: Tired And Convicted * MINIT, M-, 30.- Euro, soldIn my humble opinion Bobby Womack's finest recording. Midtempo crossover magic produced in Memphis by Chips Moman.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbywomacktiredand1.mp3
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J.B. TROY: Ain't It The Truth * MUSICOR, VG to VG+, drill hole in label, 30.- Euro, soldUptempo 60's soul mover written by James Bailey, former member of the Doo-Wop group the Cadillas and later a succesfuk songwriter for the likes of Isaac Hayes, Main Ingredient and many more.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jbtroyaintitthetruth1.mp3
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EDDIE HOUSTON: I Can't Go Wrong / That's How Much * CAPITOL, Made in France, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG++, 30.- Euro
Fantastic slice of funky R&B on a beautiful looking french artsleeve issue. Top side is an underrated 60's club soul banger, that sounds ace played out loud. Flip it over for a mighty fine deep soul ballad (the actual A-side of this record, but this record will most likely sell for the dance side)
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiehoustonicantgowrong.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiehoustonthatshowmuch1.mp3
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ELDRIDGE HOLMES: The Book / No Substitute * DEESU, VG+, 30.- Euro
Another Marshall Sehorn and Allen Toussaint production from the Crescent City. Uptempo funky soul on the featured side and deep and slow magic on the flip. Such a good record!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eldridgeholmesthebook.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eldridgeholmessubstitute.mp3
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MARIE FRANKLIN: Bad Bad Woman * WESTBOUND, promo, wol, M-, 30.- Euro
Sister Funk banger on Detroit's legendary Westbound imprint. Heavy writings on Mono side, clean labels on the Stereo side.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mariefranklinbadbad.mp3
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JIMMY DOTSON: Heartbreak Avenue * MERCURY promo, VG+, 30.- Euro
Excellent, heart wrenching deep soul ballad and pretty hard to find on a yellow demo. A few mikld ticks on the first rotations, plays clean afterwards. Priced accordingly.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmydotsonheartbreak.mp3
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RAY CRUMLEY: All The Way In Love With You * ALARM, M-, 30.- Euro
If quality would be the indication for the price of a record, this baby here would fly out for three figures easily. Ray Crumley was the lead singer for the Solid Gold Revue, who recorded an incredible rare and great LP and he had 3 releases on Alarm records, that are all worth checking out. This is pure dancefloor dynamite, that got ignored by all major jocks for reasons unknown to me. Check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raycrumleyallthewayin.mp3
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ANGELA DAVIS & REUBIN FISHER: Time Don't Wait On No One * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 30.- Euro
Semi known Detroit crossover goodie on Eugene Davis Flaming Arrow output. And yes, this is the same Angela Davis, who recorded the floorfiller "My Love Is So Strong", her duet partner Reubin Fisher remains a mystery though, I couldn't find out anything about him, except singing on this little gem here.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/angeladavistimewaits.mp3
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ATG: Dancin' Lady * SANSU, M-, mild dish warp not affecting play at all, 30.- Euro
Excellent early 80's dancer from the vaults of New Orleans Sansu label
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/atgdancinlady1.mp3
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BILL MERRIWEATHER: That's Love * FEE DETROIT, M-, 30.- Euro
Uptempo Detroit Modern Soul dancer, that deserves way more exposure.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billmerriweatherthatslove.mp3
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ELLOIT SMALL: Girls Are Made For Loving * NEW SOUND, VG+, warped plays through with no problems, 30.- Euro
Half price on this rare local first release before Bang took over for national distribution. Record is mildly warped, but plays without extra tracking on both of my turntables.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/Elloitsmallgirlsaremade.mp3
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PEGGY GAINES: Sweet Way Of Living / Just To Satisfy My Baby * REF-O-REE, M-, 30.- Euro, soldClean copy of this very underrated Nashville goodie. Two fantastic sides for you to consider with "Sweet Way Of Living" being my side of choice. The song is only 1:30 long (allthogh the label states 2:40), but these 1:30 are surely soul heaven!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/peggygainessweetway.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/peggygainesjusttosatisfy.mp3
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CORDELLS: You Do A Thing To My Mind * STEEL TOWN SOUND, INC., strong VG, near VG+, mild label damage, 30.- Euro
Frantic 60's uptempo dancer on a tiny Pittsburgh label.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cordellsyoudoathing1.mp3
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ARTIE CHRISTOPHER: My Baby's Crying / Don't Try It Again * 5-HIGH, VG+, 30.- Euro
A fantastic deep soul record with an equally great uptempo cut on the flip. Let's hear what sir shambling has to say about this record:
"Although he recorded a few 45s under the name “Artie Christopher” I’m 99% sure that this is really Johnny Christopher, the guitarist/songwriter who is best known in soul circles for his work with Chips Moman at his American Studio in Memphis. Christopher’s musical credits are both lengthy and impressive but I want to concentrate here on the soul side of his personality. His initial single under his nom-de-disque included the superb deep soul ballad "My Baby's Crying". This has all the ingredients that I love in this genre – some simple gospel chord changes, fine organ/piano accompaniment, a gently cooing chorus and some rich horns. On top of which “Artie” does a really bang-up job of expressing the emotional angst of his own lyric. Was this cut in Nashville? Or Atlanta – where Johnny came from? I don’t know. The flip – and both sides of the second Atlantic 45 were certainly cut at American."
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/artiechristophermybabyscry.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/artiechristopherdonttry.mp3
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THE SPINNERS: I'll Always Love You * MOTOWN, M-, 30.- Euro
Shiny clean copy of this beautiful Motown dancer from 1965.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/spinnersillalaways.mp3
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PACE-SETTERS: Push On Jessie Jackson / Freedom And Justice * KENT, M-, 25.- Euro
Funky edged soul with a message, that recently crossed over to more open minded Northern Soul dos. I actually prefer the inbstrumental B-side, but both sides are great and this copy is clean as a whistle.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/pacesetterspushon.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/pacesettersfreedomand.mp3
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EDDIE BO: You Are Going To Be Somebodys Fool Too * NOLA; VG++, 25.- Euro
Edwin Bocage alias Eddie Bo, better know for his mindboggling funk sides from the 70's, with a superb 60's soul mover. Pure New Orleans class on extra clean wax. Don't sleep!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddieboyouaregoing.mp3
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LEE DORSEY: Vista, Vista * AMY, VG++, drill hjole in lbl, 25.- Euro, soldLee Dorsey's only Northern Soul dancer and what an underrated record this is. My last spare went to a big name DJ and be assured, that records of this calibre don't fly under the radar for too long.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leedorseyvista.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. No, this is not for the dancefloor or something to impress your friends with; it's just mindblowing good soulmusic.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevillealltheseth.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevilleshessonmymind.mp3
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DIAMOND JOE: The ABC Song / Look Way Back * DEESU, promo, M-, 25.- 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. I'm down to my last copy of this!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoeabcsong.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoeelookway.mp3
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FREDDY BUTLER: There Was A Time * KAPP, Promo, VG++, very close to M-, 25.- Euro
Excellent Detroit 60's soul produced by the Pied Piper guys and written By Nick Ashford, Lorraine Chandler (who's real name was Ermastine Lewis) and Joe Hunter. Top side is M- and the flip is VG++.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/freddybutlertherewas.mp3
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YOUNG HEARTS: Get Yourself Together / Oh, I'll Never Be The Same * MINIT, M-, 25.- Euro
Simply awesome 60's group harmony dancer backed up by a mighhty fine ballad.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/youngheartsgetyourself.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/youngheartsohillnever.mp3
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THE FLIRTATIONS: Nothing But A Heartache * DERAM, VG+, 25.- Euro
Nice copy of this classic 60's dancer complete with it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/flirtationsnothingbut1.mp3
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VERNON GARRETT: Running Out / Slow And Easy * KENT, VG+, slight label damage, 25.- Euro, soldAction packed 60's dancer written by Nick Ashford and Valerie Simpson. As gopod as it gets and the flipside ain't too shabby either.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/vernongarrettrunningout.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/vernonhgarrettslowand.mp3
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TYRONE ST. GERMAN: In A World So Cold / Don't Cop No Attitude * MORNING DOVE, M-, 25.- Euro
Two classy Oakland/California Modern Soul sides.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tyronestgermaninaworld.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tyronestgermandontcopno1.mp3
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ANN SEXTON: You're Losing Me * SEVENTY-SEVEN, M-, 25.- Euro
Funky, soulful and then some... If there is a perfect soul record, this surely comes close.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/annsextonyourelosing1.mp3
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B. W. SOULS: Marvins Groove * ROUND, M-, 25.- Euro
Awesome west coast funk with a slick groove and some incredible open drum breaks.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bwsoulsmarvins.mp3
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BOBBY GLOVER: Your Spell * COLUMBIA promo, VG++, radio station stamp on lbl, stickewr on labels, 25.- Euro
Overlooked major label Modern Soul / Boogie track, that ticks all the boxes. A nice bassline, great vocals and clubby production. One for the DJs with some imagination!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbygloveryourspell.mp3
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MARVIN HOLMES & JUSTICE: Tell The Truth / Summer Of '73 * BROWN DOOR, M-, 20.- Euro
The debut 45 of Marvin Holmes & Justice in Mint shape, whose "You Better Keep Her" is a classic Mecca spin and indemand for decades on the soul scene. Two great sides here, taken from their ultra rare debut LP. Top sides provides a funky 70's mover with soulful vocals and tight backings. Flip it over for an excellent instrumental.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvinholmestellthe.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvinholmessummerof.mp3
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MARVA WHITNEY: It's My Thing / Ball Of Fire * KING VG to VG+, mild warp, plays Ex, 20.- Euro
Make no mistakes, this is one of the greatest sister funk records ever recorded. The Isley Brother's song put on another level, a James Brown production of immense funkyness and a great soulful, desperate performance by Marva Whitney. Great soulful flipside on top. A must have record!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvawhitneyitsmything1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvawhitneyballoffire.mp3
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JUNIOR & THE CLASSICS: Kill The Pain * MAGIC TOUCH, strong VG, drill hole in lbl, 20.- Euro
James Brown styled funk 45 with extr desperate vocals. Record has some surface marks, but plays closer to VG+. A great DJ copy and priced accordingly.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/juniorandthekillthepain.mp3
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JAMES DUNCAN: You've Gotta Be Strong / All Goodbyes Ain't Gone * FEDERAL, M-, 20.- Euro
Banging raw funk on the top side and a nice little shuffler on the flip. A supern and very underrated 45 in my book and still on the affordable side of things.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jamesduncanyouvegottabe.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jamesduncanallgodbyes.mp3
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JAMES CRAWFORD: Much Too Much * MERCURY, M-, 20.- Euro
Great 60's James Brown production for James Crawford, who was a member of his revue for several years.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jamescrawfordmuchtoomuch.mp3
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THE CONTOURS: Just A Little Misunderstanding * GORDY, M-, drill hole in lbl, 20.- Euro, soldSimply superb Detroit 1966 dancer on Berry Gordy's Motown subsidiary. A furious slice of dance soul and a nice clean copy up for grabs!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/contoursalittlemisunder.mp3
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GENE CHANDLER: After The Laughter * CHECKER, VG++, 20.- Euro, soldGreat Chicago Northern Soul dancer with a banging Carl Davis production. Record has a tiny mark towards the end, that causes a few very light clicks and some mild label flaking.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genechandlerafterthe1.mp3
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THE VIBRATIONS: Finding Out The Hard Way * OKEH, VG+, 20.- Euro, soldBeautiful Chicago midtempo 60's soul on the iconic Okeh label.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/vibrationsfindingouthe.mp3
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THE DELLS: Make Sure * CADET, M-, drill hole in lbl, 20.- Euro, soldOne of the most soulful records ever pressed on wax. A haunting masterpiece and the lead voice of Marvin Junior on this must be one of the most powerful musical expressions in the world.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dellsmakesure.mp3
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BARBARA ACKLIN: Just Ain't No Love * BRUNSWICK, M-, 20.- Euro, promo sticker on label flipsisde, soldI'm always amazed how good these 60's Brunwick 45s sound. Carl Davis and Eugene Record created a unique sound, sophisticated and banging at the same time. Anyway, just a really great 60's dancer by Mrs. Acklin, a lady who failed to make a bad record.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbaraacklinjustaintno.mp3
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RAY CHARLES: I Don't Need No Doctor, ABC, VG+, wol, 20.- Euro
Classic 60's uptempo dancer that needs no introduction.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raycharlesidontneedno.mp3
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WILLIE HARPER: But I Couldn't * ALON, VG+, 20.- Euro, soldBrassy New Orleans R&B tingled 60's mover with a piano player on fire.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieharperbutiocouldnt.mp3
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THE METERS: Be My Lady * WARNER BROTHERS, VG++, 20.- Euro
Who said the Meters could just play funky stuff? Here they are with a super soulful midtempo Modern Soul side taken from their "New Directions"-LP. A fantastic and very underrated sound, check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/metersbemylady.mp3
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SMOKEY JOHNSON: It Ain't My Fault * NOLA; VG++, 20.- Euro
New Orleans session drummer Smokey Johnson on one of his two solo 45s for Nola records. I'm not aware of any other record, that features the Hi-Hat so much then this funky masterpiece.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/smokeyjohnsonitaintmy.mp3
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GEORGE PORTER'S JOYRIDE: Cissy Strut / Sneaky Freaky * DEESU, M-, minor label flaking on flip, minor storage warp, 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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MACEO & ALL THE KING'S MEN: Got To Getr'cha * HOUSE OF THE FOX, M-, 20.- Euro
Extra clean copy of this early 70's funk bomb by James Brown's sax player Maceo Parker.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/maceogottogetcha.mp3
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EDDIE JAMES: Her Mama Won't Leave Us Alone / Sad Sad Feeling * STARTOWN, M-, 15.- Euro
Funky soul bomb form Chattanooga / Tennessee backed up by great deep soul ballad.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiejameshermama1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiejamessadsad1.mp3
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UNIVERSAL MIND: Reach Out For Me * RED COACH, promo, strong VG, 15.- Euro
Majestic 70's take on arguably one of the best Burt Bacharach / Hal David songs. Actually an interesting record as it marks the gap between the classic soul era and the disco boom of the late 70's. This record meanders inbetween both worlds and has a unique charm to it.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/universalmindreachout.mp3
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AARON NEVILLE: A Hard Nut To Crack * PARLO, M-, 15.- Euro
Super nice 670's soul dancer by New Orleans' golden voice "Art" Aaron Neville.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevillehardnutto12.mp3
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PAUL "SIR RAGGEDY" FLAGG: Shoo Fly Pie / Papa-Momma-Romper-Stomper * ATLANTIC, M-, drill hole in lbl, 15.- Euro
Two hard hitting 60's sides back to back on this tough to find Atlantic issue.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/paulflaggshooflypie.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/paaulflaggpapamomma.mp3
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BARBARA JEAN ENGLISH: Breakin' Up A Happy Home * ALITHIA; VG++, 15.- Euro, sold1974 dancer produced by the great George Kerr. Stunning record andf another proof, that top quality doesn't have to break the bank.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarajeanenglishstop.mp3
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SAMMY DAVIS JR.: I Like The Way You Dance * UNITED ARTISTS, Made in Germany, VG+/VG+, sticker on label, 12.- Euro, soldAction packed 60's Mod Soul dancer from 1968 by Ratpack member Sammy Davis Jr. Complete with it's nice looking german only picture sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sammydavisiliketheway1.mp3
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JAMES RIVERS: Bird Brain / Tighten Up * EIGHT-BALL, M-, some ringwear on lbl, 12.- Euro, soldTwo great instro dance sides from New Orleans.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jamesriversbirdbrain.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jamesriverstightenup.mp3
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THE ESCORTS: Love Is Like A Dream * KNOCKOUT, M-, 12.- Euro
A perfect 70's dance soul record with sweet vocals by the Escorts, a group formed by George Kerr while they were prison convicts in New Jersey's Rahway State Prison. This is their last relase from the early 80's.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/escortsloveislike.mp3
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HOT BUSH Tell Me That You Will * APA, M-, 12.- Euro
Unplayed stock copy o this T.K. distributed Florida 70's soul gem. A stepper of the highest order and cheaper than all the stupid useless reissues flooding the market these days.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hotbushrtellme.mp3
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KIM WESTON: That's Groovy * MGM, VG+, drill hole in lbl, 10.- Euro, soldGroovy indeed! My favorite Kim Weston track; beautiful midtempo feelgood sound by an standout artist.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/kimwestonthatsgroovy.mp3
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THE MASQUERADERS: I Got It / I Ain't Got To Love Nobody Else * BELL, M-, drill hole in lbl, 10.- Euro
Two great sides back to back - uptempo on the featured side, flip it over for a haunting, deep ballad.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/masqueradersigotit12.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/masqueradersiaintgottolove.mp3
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WILLIE HUTCH: Theme Of Foxy Brown * MOTOWN, VG to VG+, mild warp not affecting play, 10.- Euro
Title song of the Blaxploitation flick "Foxy Brown" starring Pam Grier. Great funky soul by Willie Hutch and cool to have on the original 7". Flipside has a few more marks and plays with slight crackles, but igt's the great playing A-side you need this record for.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williehutchfoxybrown.mp3
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SOUTH SHORE COMISSION: We're On The Right Track * WAND, M-, 10.- Euro, soldTom Moulton mixed pre disco 70's mover, that ticks all the boxes. Just a great dancer and you will struggle to find a cleaner copy than this.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/southshorewereontheright.mp3
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BOBBY WOMACK: Daylight * UNITED ARTISTS, promo, VG to VG+, wol, 10.- Euro, soldIncredible good 70's soul by the mighty Womack. Mild marks on vinyl, plays VG+ or better. Drop this at 5 in the morning when the sun goes up and see what's happening!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbywomackdaylight123.mp3
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THE IMPRESSIONS: Seven Years * CURTOM, VG++, 10.- Euro, soldNice clean copy of this fabulous 70's soul dancer with some involvement by Donny Hathaway.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/impressionssevenyears.mp3
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DONNY GERARD: He's Always Somewhere Around * GREEDY, M-, 10.- Euro
One of the very best things you can buy for next to nothing. A 70's dancer, that sounds like 3 figures, a label design by an unknown maestro and the song was published by "Joyfully Sad Music" /what a name for a publishing company!), honestly, what more do you want?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/donnygerardhesalways1.mp3
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JERRY BUTLER: Lost / You Don't Know What You Got Until You Lose It * MERCURY promo, VG++, 10.- Euro, soldNice looking and even better sounding promo copy of this Chicago /Philadelphia cooperation. Former Impressions singer Jerry Butler teamed up with Gamble and Huff and so much talent in a recording studio resulted in two magnificient songs. The uptempo side "Lost" and the mindboggling ballad on the flip. Way rarer promo copy, the "Lost" side has a kind of pressing flaw in the run-out-grooves which keeps it from being Mint, both sides play flawlessly and 5 bucks for either side seems like a baragin to me.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jerrybutlerlost.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jerrybutleryoudontknow.mp3
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ORANGE SUNSHINE: Who's Cheating On Who * PRODIGAL, promo, M-, 10.- Euro
Superb funky cheapo produced by Don Boddie of Boddie records fame. So much better then it's price tag and a proof, that record collecting doesn't have to break the bank.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/orangesunshinewhoscheating.mp3
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TED TAYLOR: Something Strange Is Goin' On In My House * RONN, VG+, 10.- Euro,soldExcellent crossover soul by quirky voiced Ted Taylor and my favourite side by him by a country mile.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tedtaylorsomethingstrange.mp3
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BOBBY BLAND: Good Time Charlie * DUKE, M-, wol, 10.- Euro, soldUptempo 60's raw soul for the dancefloor by the incomparable Bobby Bland. Every bloody reissue sets you back to more money and it's beyond me, why anybody spends his hard earned dosh on represses, when quality records like this are available for less.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbyblandgoodtime.mp3
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BILLY SHIELDS: I Was A Boy When You Needed A Man * HARBOUR, M-, drill hole in label, 10.- Euro
Melodic midtempo crossover soul for next to nothing. Nice record, great value!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billyshieldsiwasaboy.mp3
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THE MOMENTS: Nine Times * STANG, M-, 10.- Euro
Uplifting slice of 70's dance soul for the price of a London pint. What's not to like?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/momentsninetimess.mp3
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THE OTHER BOTHERS: Precious Memories * RENAISSANCE "76", M-, 10.- Euro
Charming Detroit 70's soul. The basic track is recorded in Mono and the synths and the vocals are in Stereo - a weird but wonderful recording technique.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otherbrosprecious.mp3
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JAISUN: I Fall In Love Everyday * JETT SETT, M-, 10.- Euro
Extra clean copy of this uplifting slice of 70's dance soul.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jaisunifallinloveevery.mp3
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LENNY WILLIAMS: Shoo Doo Fu Fu Ohh! * ABC, M-, 8.- Euro
Extra clean copy of this feel good 70's dancer with a fake live audience.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lennywilliamsshgoodoodfoo.mp3
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WILL HATCHER: What Is Best For Me Is Better For You * WAND, M-, 8.- Euro, soldStunning mintish copy of this midtempo Detroit masterpiece from 1975.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willhatcherwhatsbesst.mp3
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THE IMPRESSIONS: Sooner Or Later * CURTOM, VG++, 8.- Euro, soldThe post Curtis Mayfield Impressions with an awesome slice of 70's midtempo soul. Way better than 99% of all big ticket items, check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/impressionssoonerorlater.mp3
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LOLEATTA HOLLOWAY: Cry To Me * AWARE, M-, 8.- Euro, soldSam Dees penned deep soul ballad and surely one of the most soulful records out there. I can't think of a better record to close this list.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/loleattacrytome.mp3
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