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WHAT ARE THE BIGGEST 'MODERN' NIGHTER SOUNDS?

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I've only ever really dabbled in collecting 70s - which we slightly ludicrously continue to call 'modern' - but recently acquired a collection of some 1000 records, 80% of which was 70s and 80s.

A lot of it I did actually know, some I didn't, but it got me thinking, specifically: what are the (say) top 100 modern sounds played on the northern scene?

I'm looking for a new target on which to turn my collecting passion, and that's as good as any!

 

AS SUGGESTED LOWER DOWN, IT WOULD BE GOOD JUST TO GET ARTISTS AND TITLES (THOUGH CHAT ABOUT WHERE FIRST PLAYED AND BY WHOM IS ALWAYS OF INTEREST)

 

 

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    • Chalky
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      Surely that is just Northern?  Out and out Northern classic? Things like the Hamilton Movement, Ellipsis...just Northern to me as it was the northern scene that really broke them and made them wh

    • Chalky
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      its neither, neither is Mixed Feelings or Joseph Webster modern IMO, both niter sounds and not from the modern rooms wouldn't it be good if it was all just soul music all in one room

    • Valentina
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      I always love Modern 7ts Soul from Main major Artists to Rare soul ones  there are some of my fav , there are also some recent release that are now on vinyl and before available only on cd or LP 

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    10 minutes ago, Mick Holdsworth said:

    Just as a matter of interest, was it "Funny" that becket was asking about, as that is the track in the mixcloud link.

    If he meant "Found Love In My Own Back Yard", then is that clip also in the link, (I haven't been though the whole show).

    "Funny" is new to me, and I love it. I'd love to hear the other side.

    Doh ... ! 

    I didn't actually listen to it to be honest , and obviously didn't read the post properly either ... :facepalm:

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    On 18/07/2024 at 16:45, Mal C said:

    has anybody mentioned 'The Innersection - Let Me Love Yuh / I'm in Debt to You' yet? played first at the Highland Room in 1975, as a new release...

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    Two great tunes there

    On 03/08/2024 at 10:37, Dr Ray Dj said:

    Do these count?

    Rock Candy - Alone with no love
    Ace Spectrum - Don't send nobody else
    Bill Harris - Am I cold, am I hot

    And, even less sure but love the Skullsnaps

    definitely

    On 04/08/2024 at 19:34, Mick Holdsworth said:

    Just as a matter of interest, was it "Funny" that becket was asking about, as that is the track in the mixcloud link.

    If he meant "Found Love In My Own Back Yard", then is that clip also in the link, (I haven't been though the whole show).

    "Funny" is new to me, and I love it. I'd love to hear the other side.

    That is interesting.
    It is "found love in my own back yard" sound clip I was after.
    When I listened to that clip I thought it was a bit slow.
    It is quite a few years since hearing it at Cleggy. - so cloth ears have let me down.
    (and also not listened to the whole clip WoodButcher put up)
    If anyone finds a link etc to that title it would be great.

    Wish I could also remember the DJ that played it - anyone ?

    4 hours ago, Paraboliccurve said:

    Two great tunes there

    definitely

    "Alone With No Love" is really by The Contemplations and recorded in 1969!

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    What about" Your song " Dells or 4 Tops

    House for sale Millie Jackson

    Home is where the heart is Bobby Womack.

    All fairly cheap and get played out.

    May have been mentioned, but Curtis Anderson 'The Hardest Part'  Brown Bay, killer track, still rare, and still on my wants list...! as is UNITY.. cool record.

    add insome stuff like this...

    UNITY - Face to Face
    Curtis Lee - Steppin
    Marc Sadane - One Minute From Love
    Dionne Warwick - Meant to Be
    Ben E. King - We Got Love
    Cloudburst - I'm Loving You
     

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    On 04/08/2024 at 10:48, Becket said:

    Sam Dees - found love love in my own back yard (unreleased Chess 45)

    Heard this played out a few times in the Modern Room, Cleggy Weekenders.
    I thought it was a stand out tune.

    No sound file anywhere that I can find.
    Obviously you would want to keep this exclusive.
    Cannot remember who the DJ was that had it - someone please remind me.
    I take it to be an acetate or pre-release copy.

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    Deffo would be a great 45 to have if it had achieved a proper release eh ?

     

    Think Sean Hampsey has the only known copy ,it’s an acetate .

    9 minutes ago, Eddie Hubbard said:

    Think Sean Hampsey has the only known copy ,it’s an acetate .

    Did he buy it from Rod Dearlove? I'm pretty sure Rod was first person to have it...he mentioned it in an old copy of Voices From Shadows....

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    6 minutes ago, Johndelve said:

    Did he buy it from Rod Dearlove? I'm pretty sure Rod was first person to have it...he mentioned it in an old copy of Voices From Shadows....

    My thinking as well ,I have just asked him that very question…

    On 04/08/2024 at 19:34, Mick Holdsworth said:

    Just as a matter of interest, was it "Funny" that becket was asking about, as that is the track in the mixcloud link.

    If he meant "Found Love In My Own Back Yard", then is that clip also in the link, (I haven't been though the whole show).

    "Funny" is new to me, and I love it. I'd love to hear the other side.

    What show is it Mick ? Thanks ,Eddie 

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    Jackey Beavers -Trying to get back to You

    Dorothy Morrison - I can't go without you

    Creative Source - Don't be afraid to take my love

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    On 06/08/2024 at 10:10, Becket said:

    That is interesting.
    It is "found love in my own back yard" sound clip I was after.
    When I listened to that clip I thought it was a bit slow.
    It is quite a few years since hearing it at Cleggy. - so cloth ears have let me down.
    (and also not listened to the whole clip WoodButcher put up)
    If anyone finds a link etc to that title it would be great.

    Wish I could also remember the DJ that played it - anyone ?

    Think it was Steve Guarnori Tom 

    4 hours ago, Johndelve said:

    Did he buy it from Rod Dearlove? I'm pretty sure Rod was first person to have it...he mentioned it in an old copy of Voices From Shadows....

    I’ve asked Sean ,he says that Steve Guarnori had the copy off Rod Dearlove ,and Sean got his off eBay ,so 2 acetate copies known ….

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    I guess “ Modern Soul “‘is a subjective term ,but a few I’ve heard out at places like The 100 Club and beyond ….

    Jax Transit Authority- Life Is A Miracle ( Covered up as The O’Jays ,and you can see why ,with the “ I Love Music “ style intro ) 

    Doc Peabody - Here Without You - Both Sides ( beautiful mid tempo ) 

    Love Company - Love Tempo ( big on several different scenes ) 

    Fluorescent Smogg - All Of My Life - WG ( Known since the 80’s ,but remained rare ,beautiful falsetto led side ) 

    Melvin Moore - All Of A Sudden ( Sky Hero ) As good as it gets Modern Soul ,known since the early 80’s …

    Hope this small list helps ,not played at all Northern Soul venues ,but huge records in the right places 

     

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    One of my favourite modern tunes, first heard this early 80’s, morecombe pier maybe ,not sure, anyway top top tune

     

     

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    I’m not involved in the current nighter scene, but if I was, how about the Estimations/‘Cant do that to me’ ? Super lovely sound that I’m pleased to have a copy of courtesy of this fine site. 
    Although not rare, I’d also suggest Stanley Williams/‘Count the days’.

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    27 minutes ago, Olivernyikos said:

     

    This is a good one atm been hearing it fairly often.

    Sorry but anything containing those bloody awful synth 'pew-pews' has no place at an all-niter ... 🤮

    The MD1932 release is acceptable though ... :thumbsup:

     

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    QUOTE .."Sorry but anything containing those bloody awful synth 'pew-pews' has no place at an all-niter ..." 

     ........ you omitted to finish your post by adding IN MY OPINION ...  

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    5 minutes ago, Roburt said:

    QUOTE .."Sorry but anything containing those bloody awful synth 'pew-pews' has no place at an all-niter ..." 

     ........ you omitted to finish your post by adding IN MY OPINION ...  

    Nah , don't think so sir ... :lol:

    2 minutes ago, Roburt said:

    In that case, YOU ARE TOTALLY WRONG and should keep your opinions to yourself.

    According to you , and as that's just another opinion I shall politely ignore it and get on with my evening , without resorting to oh so scary 'shouty' capitals I might add ... :hatsoff2:

     

    3 hours ago, Woodbutcher said:

    Sorry but anything containing those bloody awful synth 'pew-pews' has no place at an all-niter ... 🤮

    The MD1932 release is acceptable though ... :thumbsup:

     

    I actually wasn't aware of this version thanks for showing me!

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    I always love Modern 7ts Soul from Main major Artists to Rare soul ones 

    there are some of my fav , there are also some recent release that are now on vinyl and before available only on cd or LP  or unreleased ( not here i think :)

    Masterforce - Don't fight the feeling - Rainforest

    Chain Reaction - Search For Tomorrow - Blue wave records

    Curtis Mayfield - You so good to me - Rso

    Linda Jones - Love Pillow - BM records

    Rivage - Strung out for your love -Tempus

    Kenix - there has never been one like you -Derby Italian 7

    Frankie Alexander - No seat dancing - Delegance Records -

    Jeffree - Mr Fix it - MCA Records lp all lp for me

    GWEN McCRAE - MELODY OF LIFE 

    George & Gwen McCrae - Winners Together or Losers Apart

    Serenade - Maybe This Time

    Bobby Womack - Tell Me Why 

    Sundown Spaced Outta Place

    Betty Wright - Open The Door To Your Heart

    Marcia Hines - You gonna let go - 

    Randy Brown - I'm Always In The Mood ) Rip first Southport Record  

     

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    On 12/03/2025 at 16:39, Woodbutcher said:

    Sorry but anything containing those bloody awful synth 'pew-pews' has no place at an all-niter ... 🤮

    The MD1932 release is acceptable though ... :thumbsup:

     

    You're just showing off Steve!

    There are a number of different releases - I like them all. Back in the day, dancing my socks off I never knew/wouldn't have noticed whether the bongos were bonging or not!

    It's a modern soul anthem; I love it.

    I hope all is well mate.

    Peter

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    Can I add a few more?
    That Keved Project Feat Delbert Nelson - Love Has Been A Thief, relesed 6 or so months back on soul Direction, what a record!

    Deligation - One More Step to Take / Arola America
    Tony Gregory - I'm Gonna Break Down / Dynamic sounds JA
    Marc Sadane - One Minute From Love, also released as SADINE as the artist. WB
    Rare Moods - I've Got Love / ARG records
    Harris and Orr - Spread Love / sunstar
    Jewel Bass  - Let Your Love Rain Down on Me / malaco
    Morris - Can we melt the Ice / Plush
    Willie Hutch - Talk To Me / RCA
    Lou Courtney - I Will, If You Will / Lp only that one
    The Natural Four - Love's so Wonderful and  You Can't Keep Running Away / Curtom

    TWO STONE CLASSICS linked below... This is what we want!

     

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    9 hours ago, Mal C said:

    Can I add a few more?
    That Keved Project Feat Delbert Nelson - Love Has Been A Thief, relesed 6 or so months back on soul Direction, what a record!

    Deligation - One More Step to Take / Arola America
    Tony Gregory - I'm Gonna Break Down / Dynamic sounds JA
    Marc Sadane - One Minute From Love, also released as SADINE as the artist. WB
    Rare Moods - I've Got Love / ARG records
    Harris and Orr - Spread Love / sunstar
    Jewel Bass  - Let Your Love Rain Down on Me / malaco
    Morris - Can we melt the Ice / Plush
    Willie Hutch - Talk To Me / RCA
    Lou Courtney - I Will, If You Will / Lp only that one
    The Natural Four - Love's so Wonderful and  You Can't Keep Running Away / Curtom

    TWO STONE CLASSICS linked below... This is what we want!

     

    The brilliance of Lamont Dozier.

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    On 12/03/2025 at 17:53, Roburt said:

    QUOTE .."Sorry but anything containing those bloody awful synth 'pew-pews' has no place at an all-niter ..." 

     ........ you omitted to finish your post by adding IN MY OPINION ...  

    Another vote for no pew-pews at an all niter or in fact in any records.....IMHO. Reminds me of when my little sister bought a copy of Anita Ward-Ring my Bell it f'kin drove me mad for moths, she would play it over and and over again,

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    Nice to see Neil Reed listed here, doesn't really get enough praise, both sides being choice selects and brilliant raw Detroit productions and Tony Gregory having a moment, truly underrated and worth having a dig through his catalogue of soulful bits and bobs. I would say this is probably one of the most in demand titles from the modern stable which Butch plays and the only place I've ever heard it is the 100 club. 

     

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    1 hour ago, Monny1916 said:

    That's pop music ffs 

    So was Motown 😂 I wasn't there but know for fact new releases were played along side 60s records since the conception of all nighters. 

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