KENI LEWIS: Ba'e Brother * MIGUEL, VG+, 1000.- Euro Crazy rare Washington D.C. 45 and Keni Lewis first solo release. His other two solo records, "Ain't Gonna Make It Easy" on De-Val and "What's Her Name" on Buddah, are established dancefloor favorites. Keni Lewis was a member of the Cairos, whose Shrine release "Stop Overlooking Me" is a well known rarity. He also wrote for other Shrine artists like Shirley Edwards, The Epsilons and The Counts. This one used to be a cover-up for Andy Dyson and got a re-release through Epsilon records in the UK. The last copies sold some 15 years ago through ebay. Your chance to own a rarity with phenomenal musical content. Trades and cash offers are welcome. soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/kenilewisbaebrother.mp3
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JADE: Music Slave * PESANTE, M-, 300.- Euro, on hold
Keb Darge spin from round about 15 years ago, Keb played this from the exclusive LP, simply because no one knew back then, that this 45 existed. A few copies popped up during the years and here is a rare opportunity to grab a super clean copy. Funky soul from 1975, that also fits into more progressive Modern sets.
THE EXCEPTIONALS: What Is Living * RED COACH, M-, 200.- Euro, sold
Barbara Mason penned and indemand Sweet Soul nugget on Gene Redd Jr. Red Coach output. Gene Redd Jr. later managed Kool & The Gang and he was a major figure in New Yorks vibrating music scene. Outstanding record if Sweet Soul is your sound!
GENE TOWNSEL: Mr. Boon Tang / Can't Stop A Poor Man From Making Love * AH-LA-VI, M-, 350.- Euro
Fantastic crossover soul and Gene Townsels debut 45 from 1970 in immaculate condition. Both sides are prime examples of sophisticated west coast independent soul and deserve the love of the international soul scene. Gene is still alive and kicking after a long succesfull career he now resides in Deerfield Beach / Florida and owns a music studio and conducts workshops for aspiring singers.
JOE MOORE: Hang Right In There * TRU-GLO-TOWN, promo, VG+, 100.- Euro
Powerhouse Chicago Northern Soul dancer. Vinyl would be M-, but it has a small scratch, that causes some clicks during the fade-out at the end of the record.
YOUNGHEARTS: Hey Love / I've Got Dancing Fever * SOULTOWN, VG++, 100.- Euro
Fantastic cali sweet soul 45 backed up by an 80's boogie funk dancer. The Younghearts formed in 1967 and their first record on Canterbury "Little Togetherness" found fame on the Northern Soul circuit. This is their last release from 1980 before they quit making music and they left the stage with a gem of a record.
SHARON SOUL: How Can I Get To You? / Don't Say Goodbye Love * WILD DEUCE, promo, some ringwear on lbl, M-, 75.- Euro, sold
Two groovy 60's side to chose from. The dancefloor fav "How Can I Get To You?" with excellent arranged horn stabs and delicious girl backings or the midtempo masterpiece "Don't Say Goodbye Love"? No matter which side you put the needle on, you get big apple 60's soul from the highest order.
THE LA RAYS: Yesterday And You / A Woman Like You * ARLEN, M-, 60.- Euro
Rare and great mid-sixties Los Angeles soul dancer with a more than decent flip. This comes in it's original Arlen distribution sleeve and I bet most of you, have never seen one.
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.
MILL EVANS: When I'm Ready * TOU-SEA; promo, M-, 75.- Euro
Excellent Chicago soul, that ended up on Marshall Seahorn and AllenToussaint's label in New Orleans. How the hell did that happen? Anyway, great atmospheric 60's dance soul and a favourite of the Northern Soul crowd for good reason. Check the soundbyte for a blast from the past!
JOHN WILLIAMS & THE TICK TOCKS: Do Me Like You Do Me / Blues, Tears And Sorrows * SANSU, promo, M-, 70.- Euro
Bargain price for a legendary New Orleans soul 45. One side provides a top notch 60's dancer, that had plays on the Northern Soul scene. Flipside is one of the finest deep soul ballads recorded in the crescent city.
THE MAYBERRY MOVEMENT: I Think I'm In Love * EVENT, VG++, "x" on lbl, 60.- Euro
The genius of Patrick Adams is written all over this breath taking 1974 production. Sweet strings, banging drums and superb harmony vocals blend together to a perfect record. Soul heaven!
JOE ANDERSON: You And I - LONG / SHORT * BUDDAH, M-, sticker on lbl, 50,- Euro
Slick Modern Soul goodie produced in New York by Tom Moulton just before the Disco explosion took over. It already has all the ingredients, that made Disco to a worldwide phenomenon, but must be classified as soulmusic due to the brilliant vocals of Joe Anderson.
RUDI STEWART: I Wanna Love You All Over * DELMAR INTERNATIONAL; M-, 50.- Euro
1980 uptempo Modern Soul winner from New York city. Way better than most big ticket items and surely a record, that won't last long in the midprice range.
DELLA HUMPHREY: Don't Make The Good Girls Go Bad / You Love Is All I Need * ARCTIC, M-, 50.- Euro
Miami songstress Della Humphrey with a follow up to Betty Wrights "Girls Can't Do What The Guys Do", both songs are written and produced by Clarence "Blowfly" Reid. Two excellent sides form 1968 in excellent condition this highly collectable Philly label.
McKINLEY SANDIFER: Get Up If You Want To Be Somebody * U.S.A., VG+, 50.- Euro
Raw and uncompromising bluesy Funk from the streets of Chicago. Just imagine hearing this in a blues shag on the southside in 1968, when this 45 was released. Where is a time machine, when you need one? Complete with it's original USA-company sleeve.
soundfile: http:// Datei Datum Aktion mckinleysandifergetup.mp3
WINFIELD PARKER: Sweet Little Girl * ATCO, M-, wol, 50.- Euro
Great uptempo Northern dancer backed up by a deep ballad with a super nice vibrato guitar. Writings on both sides of the label even more on the flipside.
THE SOUL SET: I Don't Want Her, But I Need Her * JOHNSON, VG++, 50.- Euro
Upotempo, banging 60's dancer from 1968 and the last record The Soul Set released before thgey vanished without a trace. Clean vinyl witrh one cosmetic mark, that doesn't affect play atall.
Houston / Texas born guitar player and singer Buddy Ace with his finest soul record. Early 70's crossover delight from the top shelf! This record had a little repair job on it and it's priced accordingly. It had a scratch, that caused a skip, around the 45 second mark. You now hear mild swoosh sounds, but nothing that drives you away from the fabulous music. Check the soundfile before ordering.
THE GROUP: Spinning Around * AVALANCHE, VG-, label damage, 40.-
Bargain price for a rare and great falsetto sweet soul ballad from 1973. Please check the soundfile before ordering, it plays with crackles and pops, but still absolutely enjoyable.
GIN AND THE GENTS: Teenage National Anthem Boy And Girl / Dreams For Sale * MISS THING, M-, 40.- Euro
Here is a weird, but great record by a group, that later morphed to the Versatile Gents, who had a great record on Linco and then changed their name again to the Vee Gees, best known for their magnificient "Talkin" on Jump Off records. The featured side is superb sweet soul, while the flipside offers a swinging dancer.
BASIC BLACK AND PEARL: There'll Come A Time There'll Come A Day * POLYDOR promo, VG to VG+, tiny edge chip nap, 35.- Euro, sold
Fair price for a slightly wounded copy of one of the finest 70's Modern Soul 45s out there. Super soulful with a slick production and mindblowing vocals by Sharon Lee Williams. This was actually a canadian band, that licensed their stuff to Polydor in the USA. Mild surface marks, but excellent soundquality check the soundfile and grab a bargain.
THE ADMIRATIONS: Don't Leave Me / All For You * ONE-DERFUL, M-, 35.- Euro
Awesome Chicago Northern Soul dancer backed up by an immense group soul midtempo tune. Extra clean copy, that never seen a needle before I lifted the soundfile.
BIG MAYBELLE: That's A Pretty Good Love * SAVOY, VG, 35.- Euro
1956 R&B nugget by the great Big Maybelle. Record has barely visible scratch, that causes some clicks during playback, nothing to distract from the sensational musical contact. Priced accordingly!
Meco Monardo's first record and it's a groovy masterpiece with a mindblowing good arrangement. Meco is best known for his retakes of popular tunes like "Beethoven's fifth Symphony" or the "Star Wars Theme" and turn them into galactic disco funk anthems. This 45 marks his starting point and to my ears, it's a killer. Meco loved to play around with words and the band name Megaton is a conglomerate of the first name of his partner in crime Tony Bongiovi.
OTTO DE ROJAS Y LOS ULTRAS 76: Al Ritmo De Bump Bump * RCA; made in Peru, VG-, 30.- Euro
Latin funk bomp only released in Peru. This is of course a cover of "Soulful Strut" by Young Holt Unlimited. Numerous mild scratches on vinyl, due to that some surface noise. But surely a bargain for someone.
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)
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.
WHIRLWIND: Don't Let Him Get The Best Of You * ROULETTE, promo, strong VG+, 30.- Euro
Superb 70's dancer written by Ronald Foster, the producer of Lee McDonald. The only record this group ever recorded. Buy it and you have a complete discography.
WILLIE HARPER: A Certain Girl / I Don't Need You Anymore * TOU-SEA, promo, storage warp, not affecting play, M-, 30.- 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.
ARTIE CHRISTOPHER: My Baby's Crying / Don't Try It Again * 5-HIGH, M-, 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."
DAVID RUFFIN: Rode By The Place (Where We Used To Stay) * MOTOWN; M-, 25.- Euro, on hold
One of the mighty Temptations with his finest solo release from 1977. A smooth and classy dancer. David Ruffin might not have been the finest human being ever walked on planet earth, but the man could ride a song.
VALENTINOS: I Can Understand It * CLEAN, visually VG to VG+, plays VG++, 25.-, "x" on lbl, Euro
Excellent early 70's dancer with the great Bobby Womack on lead vocals. On of these records that are soul with capital "S" and you can shake a leg to it as well. Pure class!
BILLY EASTON: Why Can't This Time / I Was A Fool * DISPO, M-, 25.- Euro
Two great windy city sides both lurking into crossover category. Produced by ABC A&R man Barry Despenza and Donny Hathaway was responsible for the arrangements.
SELENO CLARKE: Memphis Boogaloo / Soulful Drop * M.O.C., promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Great little funky Memphis double header adapting the New York Boogaloo style and filling it up with some southern soul licks. Two great instro sides for you to consider.
MARVA WHITNEY: It's My Thing / Ball Of Fire * KING, VG+, 20.- Euro
1969 was James Brown finest year, he threw out record after record and every single one is a winner. The featured side offers rambling sister funk, but the true sensation hides away on the B-side. A proper soul tune, lurking into crossover territiry and Marva is singing her heart out. Minimal surface wear and some background noise, due to the rather bad King pressings during this period.
WILLIE HUTCH: Brothers Gonna Work It Out / Slick * TAMLA MOTOWN, made in Netherlands, Vinyl strong VG+ / Sleeve: VG-, wol, 20.- Euro, on hold
Two mindblowing sides from a blaxploitation flick called "The Mack". "Brothers Gonna Work It Out" stands the test of time and sounds as fresh and club-friendly as ever, while slick is what the name of the song might suggest. The ultra-talented Willie Hutch at the peak of his art on this nice looking durtch picture sleeve issue. The sleeve has an open spine on the left and looks slightly used, but hey, it's in the grooves what counts.
RAY CRUMLEY: All The Way In Love With You * MAGNET, Made in Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, sticker and writings on sleeve, 20.- Euro
German art sleeve issue of this magnificient 70's dancer by Ray Crumley, lead singer of the Solid Gold Revue, who recorded an extremeley great and rare LP and an indemand 45. This 45 came out on thge Shreveport / Louisiana label Alarm in the US and god knows how this ended up being licensed to a Kraut label in germany.
THE WHISPERS: P.O.W.-M.I.A. * Janus, strong VG+, "x" on lbl, 20.- Euro
Ear candy to my ears and of the most underrated 70's dancers in my book. A song about prisoners of war and of course Vietnam related. Great "what's going on"-vibes on this and as per usual super soulful singing by the mighty Whispers. Don't sleep on this!
BOBBY BENNETT: Big New York / Baby, Try Me * LONDON, made in Germany, Vinyl: M- / VG to VG+, stamp on lbl, 20.- Euro
Two driving 60's dance sides on this hard to come by german picture sleeve issue. Originally released on Phil-L.A.-Of-Soul in 1969 and good know why the german London A&R guys thought, there's a market for this in Krautland. Of course there wasn't and it sold next to nothing in the late 60's. Anyway, nice looking and even better sounding artefact from the past.
AARON NEVILLE: All These Things / She's On My Mind * BELL, promo, M-, 20.- Euro, on hold
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.
LEON HAYWOOD: It's Got To Be Mellow * DECCA; VG++, 25.- Euro
Late 60's midtempo sound, that some call crossover and some Northern, who cares? It's simply great danceable soulmusic from the top shelf for the price of a few pints at the pub.
TOMMY BRYANT: I Wanna Come Home To You Baby * T NECK, promo, VG+, 25.- Euro
Overlooked Northern dancer on the Isley Brothers label. Just very few cosmetical blemishes on the vinyl, sounds fantastic and looks very nice in it's original distribution sleeve.
EDDIE BO: You Are Going To Be Somebodys Fool Too * NOLA; M-, 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!
SAM BAKER: I'm Number One / I Believe In You * SOUND STAGE 7, M-, 20.- Euro
Mighty fine 60's uptempo dancer backed up by facemelting deeps soul cut. Jackson Mississippi born Sam Baker fuels his gospel schooled voice with heartfelt lyrics and natural timing. I always thought he sounds like a gritty Clyde McPhatter and that's surely big compliment.
WOOD BRASS AND STEEL: Hey What's That You Say * ASTROSCOPE, M-, 20.- Euro
The man behind this record is most likely Ineffie Woods, writer of some of the tracks of the legendary Skullsnaps LP on GSF. This is basically the same song as the breakbeat classic "It's A New Day" by the Skullsnaps and I believe, that this 45 came out before the Skullsnaps. Anyway it's a great funky soul track and this copy for sale is shiny and clean.
FLOATERS AND SHU-GA: For Your Love * FEE, VG++ very close to M-, 20.- Euro
Detroit stepper of the highest order and cheap too. The label design alone is worth the asking price, but this is no art exhibtion here; it's in the grooves that counts and to my ears, this sounds brillinat.
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.
TOM AND JERROO: (Papa Chew) Do The Boo-Ga-Loo * JERRY-O, VG++, 20.- Euro
A fun record and one of the many attempts of label owner Jerry O to create a dance craze. How to dance to this properly is shown on this adorable youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EA7ggRdmsY
THE PALLBEARERS: Gettin' Fired Up * FONTANA, promo, M-, 15.- Euro
Action packed blue eyed soul dancer with a lot of Northern potential. A band, that failed completely to have any success, maybe they should have thought more about their name?
THE JOHNNY OTIS SHOW: Country Girl * KENT, M-, 15.- Euro
Raw funky late 60's groover by Johnny Otis and his bunch of great musicians. This is the first record where Johnny's son Shuggie Otis is featured as a guitar player. Shuggie later recorded some legendary sides for Epic records.
THE MAD LADS: Whatever Hurts You / No Time Is Better Than Right Now * VOLT, VG++, some label damage, 20.- Euro
Sweet soul magic by the mighty Mad Lads. So much soul on these two Memphis sides and another proff, that top quality soul doesn't have to break the bank.
Mighty fine Chicago mid-sixties group soul dancer on George & Earnest Leaners One-Der-Ful/M-Pac! outlet. Eric Leaner, the son of Earnest, is now licensing unissued and rare stuff from the Vaults of the labels to Secret Stash records in Minneapolis.
LEROY RANDOLPH: Good To The Last Drop * SPRING, M-, 15.- Euro
Extra clean copy, housed in it's original company sleeve, of this great uptempo early 70's dancer, that sounds rather like late 60's to me. Groovy to the max and Leroy surely sings his heart out here!
Two stepper from 1981 produced by Clarence Reid and another proof, that quality doesn't have to break the bank. Clean copy in it's original distribution sleeve.
THE SPINNERS: It's A Shame * V.I.P., M-, 15.- Euro
A Motown classic up for grabs in extra clean condition. Sampled by Salt & Peppa when I was a youngster and this record never fails to make me praise the greatness of soulmusic. The guitar intro is nothing less than iconic, the vocals are heavenly and the arrangement by Paul Riser is outsatnding. Steve Wonder produced this and if the sales phrase "every home should own a copy" ever made sense, it's with this record.
MARVIN GAYE: You're The Man * TAMLA, M-, 15.- Euro
Non-LP-track by Marvin Gaye, who recorded this funky soul masterpiece with members of Bohannon's band in 1972. The record didn't have much success and Gaye canceled the plan to make a whole LP as a follow-up of his million seller "What's Going On". This is actually the only 45, that was released in it's time, from what most Gaye devotees called Marvin's lost album. Marvin Gayes anger with the political system shines through every line of this record, but in the end one must admit, that he just didn't like to pay taxes (who does?) and to call this attitude rebellious is slightly pathetic. He later on waved America goodbye due to endless conflicts with the taxman and moved to Belgium. Long background story for a record, that is simply mindblowing in my book.
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.
JAMES DUNCAN: You've Gotta Be Strong / All Goodbyes Ain't Gone * FEDERAL, M-, 15.- Euro
Banging raw funk on the top side and a nice little shuffler on the flip. A superb and very underrated 45 in my book and still on the affordable side of things.
CODY BLACK: Going, Going, Gone / Enp Up Lovin * RAM-BROCK, M-, 15.- Euro
Born in Cincinnati/Ohio, but his career really took off, when he moved to Detroit as youngster. This is Cody Black's most succesfull release from 1967 and this might fine disc provides two blasting dance sides from the Motor City.
WILLIE GAUFF & THE LOVE BROTHERS: Communicate Not Hate * EUREKA; M-, 12.- Euro
Nice and extra clean copy of this funky Cali disc. Guitar driven funky soul with banging drums and Willie Gauff (what a name!) screams his heart out to get his message to you.
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 then all the stupid useless reissues flooding the market these days.
THE ISLEY BROTHERS: Between The Sheets * TNeck, VG++, 12.- Euro
Mellow boogie, bedrooom soul, one of the most sampled grooves ever... whatever you say about this, it's an infectious groover by the Isleys and always nice to have the original.
BILLY STEWART: I'm In Love (Oh, Yes I Am) / Crazy `Bout You Baby * CHESS, drill hole in lbl, M-, 12.- Euro
Two fantastic sides of Windy City soul on this shiny clean Chess issue. Billy Stewart could sing the phone book and sound great. American high culture for the price of two pints. What's not to like?
BILLY STEWART: Summertime * CHESS, VG+, 10.- Euro, sold
Billy Stewart's immortal take on George Gershwin's classic "Summertime", Stewart's unique singing style shines through every second of this recording - a classic, that should be in everybodys collection.
THE MARK IV: Honey I Still Love You * NATION-WIDE, VG++, 10.- Euro
Funny to call a label Nation-Wide and then license it to Mercury to get a nation wide distribution. Anyway, this is the first local issue of this fine ballad and they later on recorded two immense Modern Soul anthems: "Signs Of A Dying Love" and "If You Can't Tell Me Something Good".
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To order: PM me . Records will be reserved on a strict first come, first served basis.
No matter how big your order is, 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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KENI LEWIS: Ba'e Brother * MIGUEL, VG+, 1000.- Euro Crazy rare Washington D.C. 45 and Keni Lewis first solo release. His other two solo records, "Ain't Gonna Make It Easy" on De-Val and "What's Her Name" on Buddah, are established dancefloor favorites. Keni Lewis was a member of the Cairos, whose Shrine release "Stop Overlooking Me" is a well known rarity. He also wrote for other Shrine artists like Shirley Edwards, The Epsilons and The Counts. This one used to be a cover-up for Andy Dyson and got a re-release through Epsilon records in the UK. The last copies sold some 15 years ago through ebay. Your chance to own a rarity with phenomenal musical content. Trades and cash offers are welcome. soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/kenilewisbaebrother.mp3
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JADE: Music Slave * PESANTE, M-, 300.- Euro, on hold
Keb Darge spin from round about 15 years ago, Keb played this from the exclusive LP, simply because no one knew back then, that this 45 existed. A few copies popped up during the years and here is a rare opportunity to grab a super clean copy. Funky soul from 1975, that also fits into more progressive Modern sets.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jademusicslave.mp3
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THE EXCEPTIONALS: What Is Living * RED COACH, M-, 200.- Euro, soldBarbara Mason penned and indemand Sweet Soul nugget on Gene Redd Jr. Red Coach output. Gene Redd Jr. later managed Kool & The Gang and he was a major figure in New Yorks vibrating music scene. Outstanding record if Sweet Soul is your sound!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/exceptionalswhatis.mp3
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JONATHAN SETTEL: Gotta Find A Woman * SIREN, VG+, 300.- Euro
Widely unknown and great Miami Modern Soul. Has a surface mark, but plays excellent.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jonathansettlegottafind.mp3
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GENE TOWNSEL: Mr. Boon Tang / Can't Stop A Poor Man From Making Love * AH-LA-VI, M-, 350.- Euro
Fantastic crossover soul and Gene Townsels debut 45 from 1970 in immaculate condition. Both sides are prime examples of sophisticated west coast independent soul and deserve the love of the international soul scene. Gene is still alive and kicking after a long succesfull career he now resides in Deerfield Beach / Florida and owns a music studio and conducts workshops for aspiring singers.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genetownselmrboon.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genetownselcantstop.mp3
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TRADE MARTIN: Work Song * RCA VICTOR, promo, strong VG+, 100.- Euro
The ultimate dancefloor version of Oscar Brown Jr.'s soul jazz classic.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/trademartinworksong1.mp3
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JOE MOORE: Hang Right In There * TRU-GLO-TOWN, promo, VG+, 100.- Euro
Powerhouse Chicago Northern Soul dancer. Vinyl would be M-, but it has a small scratch, that causes some clicks during the fade-out at the end of the record.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joemoorehangrightin.mp3
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YOUNGHEARTS: Hey Love / I've Got Dancing Fever * SOULTOWN, VG++, 100.- Euro
Fantastic cali sweet soul 45 backed up by an 80's boogie funk dancer. The Younghearts formed in 1967 and their first record on Canterbury "Little Togetherness" found fame on the Northern Soul circuit. This is their last release from 1980 before they quit making music and they left the stage with a gem of a record.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/youngheartsheylove1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/youngheartsibvegot.mp3
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DEON JACKSON: That's What You Do To Me * CARLA, promo VG to VG+, 75.- Euro
Banging Detroit Mike Terry 60's production, that never fails to get the floor moving.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/deonjacksonthatswhat.mp3
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SHARON SOUL: How Can I Get To You? / Don't Say Goodbye Love * WILD DEUCE, promo, some ringwear on lbl, M-, 75.- Euro, soldTwo groovy 60's side to chose from. The dancefloor fav "How Can I Get To You?" with excellent arranged horn stabs and delicious girl backings or the midtempo masterpiece "Don't Say Goodbye Love"? No matter which side you put the needle on, you get big apple 60's soul from the highest order.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sharonsoulhowcaniget.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sharonsouldontsaygoodbye.mp3
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THE LA RAYS: Yesterday And You / A Woman Like You * ARLEN, M-, 60.- Euro
Rare and great mid-sixties Los Angeles soul dancer with a more than decent flip. This comes in it's original Arlen distribution sleeve and I bet most of you, have never seen one.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/laraysyesterdayand.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/laraysawoman.mp3
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FABULOUS PEPS: She's Going To Leave You / The Love I Have For You * GE GEE, VG++, "x" on lbl, two small label tears on flipside, 50.- Euro
Great mid-sixties Detroit dancer produced by the mighty Don Davis backed up by a nice ballad. Not an easy pull these days in nice condition.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/fabulouspepsshegonna.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/fabulouspepsthislove.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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REV. T.L. BARRETT: Lord's Prayer * GOSPEL ROOTS, M-, 75.- Euro, soldBanging soulful Florida Modern Soul gospel dancer in immaculate condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/revbarrettlordsprayer.mp3
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MILL EVANS: When I'm Ready * TOU-SEA; promo, M-, 75.- Euro
Excellent Chicago soul, that ended up on Marshall Seahorn and AllenToussaint's label in New Orleans. How the hell did that happen? Anyway, great atmospheric 60's dance soul and a favourite of the Northern Soul crowd for good reason. Check the soundbyte for a blast from the past!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/millevanswhenimready1.mp3
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JOHN WILLIAMS & THE TICK TOCKS: Do Me Like You Do Me / Blues, Tears And Sorrows * SANSU, promo, M-, 70.- Euro
Bargain price for a legendary New Orleans soul 45. One side provides a top notch 60's dancer, that had plays on the Northern Soul scene. Flipside is one of the finest deep soul ballads recorded in the crescent city.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnwilliamsdome1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnwilliamsblues1.mp3
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THE MAYBERRY MOVEMENT: I Think I'm In Love * EVENT, VG++, "x" on lbl, 60.- Euro
The genius of Patrick Adams is written all over this breath taking 1974 production. Sweet strings, banging drums and superb harmony vocals blend together to a perfect record. Soul heaven!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mayberyymovementithinkim.mp3
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JOE ANDERSON: You And I - LONG / SHORT * BUDDAH, M-, sticker on lbl, 50,- Euro
Slick Modern Soul goodie produced in New York by Tom Moulton just before the Disco explosion took over. It already has all the ingredients, that made Disco to a worldwide phenomenon, but must be classified as soulmusic due to the brilliant vocals of Joe Anderson.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joeandersonyouandi12.mp3
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FOUR WONDERS: Just Looking For My Love * SOLID FOUNDATION, VG++, 50.- Euro
Cleveland / Ohio midtempo soul from 1974 and a prime example of the talent, that where around during the 60's and 70's in the midwest.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/fourwondersjustlooking.mp3
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RUDI STEWART: I Wanna Love You All Over * DELMAR INTERNATIONAL; M-, 50.- Euro
1980 uptempo Modern Soul winner from New York city. Way better than most big ticket items and surely a record, that won't last long in the midprice range.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rudistewartiwannalove.mp3
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DELLA HUMPHREY: Don't Make The Good Girls Go Bad / You Love Is All I Need * ARCTIC, M-, 50.- Euro
Miami songstress Della Humphrey with a follow up to Betty Wrights "Girls Can't Do What The Guys Do", both songs are written and produced by Clarence "Blowfly" Reid. Two excellent sides form 1968 in excellent condition this highly collectable Philly label.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dellahumphreydontmake1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dellahumphreyyourloveis1.mp3
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McKINLEY SANDIFER: Get Up If You Want To Be Somebody * U.S.A., VG+, 50.- Euro
Raw and uncompromising bluesy Funk from the streets of Chicago. Just imagine hearing this in a blues shag on the southside in 1968, when this 45 was released. Where is a time machine, when you need one? Complete with it's original USA-company sleeve.
soundfile: http:// Datei Datum Aktion mckinleysandifergetup.mp3
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WINFIELD PARKER: Sweet Little Girl * ATCO, M-, wol, 50.- Euro
Great uptempo Northern dancer backed up by a deep ballad with a super nice vibrato guitar. Writings on both sides of the label even more on the flipside.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/winfieldparkersweet.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/winfieldparkerwhatdoyou.mp3
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THE SOUL SET: I Don't Want Her, But I Need Her * JOHNSON, VG++, 50.- Euro
Upotempo, banging 60's dancer from 1968 and the last record The Soul Set released before thgey vanished without a trace. Clean vinyl witrh one cosmetic mark, that doesn't affect play atall.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/soulsetidontwanther.mp3
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BUDDY ACE: Pleasing You * PAULA; VG, 50.- Euro
Houston / Texas born guitar player and singer Buddy Ace with his finest soul record. Early 70's crossover delight from the top shelf! This record had a little repair job on it and it's priced accordingly. It had a scratch, that caused a skip, around the 45 second mark. You now hear mild swoosh sounds, but nothing that drives you away from the fabulous music. Check the soundfile before ordering.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/buddyacepleasingyou.mp3
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THE GROUP: Spinning Around * AVALANCHE, VG-, label damage, 40.-
Bargain price for a rare and great falsetto sweet soul ballad from 1973. Please check the soundfile before ordering, it plays with crackles and pops, but still absolutely enjoyable.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/groupspinningaround.mp3
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L.J. REYNOLDS: Intruder / Call On Me * MAINSTREAM, M-, 40.- Euro
Hard hitting funky edged soul for all of you, who like their soul on the rougher side of things. Flip it over for a bluesy deep soul cut.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ljreynoldsintruder.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ljreynoldscallonme.mp3
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GIN AND THE GENTS: Teenage National Anthem Boy And Girl / Dreams For Sale * MISS THING, M-, 40.- Euro
Here is a weird, but great record by a group, that later morphed to the Versatile Gents, who had a great record on Linco and then changed their name again to the Vee Gees, best known for their magnificient "Talkin" on Jump Off records. The featured side is superb sweet soul, while the flipside offers a swinging dancer.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ginandtheteenage.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ginandthedreams.mp3
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BASIC BLACK AND PEARL: There'll Come A Time There'll Come A Day * POLYDOR promo, VG to VG+, tiny edge chip nap, 35.- Euro, soldFair price for a slightly wounded copy of one of the finest 70's Modern Soul 45s out there. Super soulful with a slick production and mindblowing vocals by Sharon Lee Williams. This was actually a canadian band, that licensed their stuff to Polydor in the USA. Mild surface marks, but excellent soundquality check the soundfile and grab a bargain.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/basicblackantherellcome.mp3
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JIMMY ELLEDGE: You Can't Stop A Man In Love * SONG BIRD, strong VG+, 35.- Euro
1979 Modern Soul mover written by Terry Woodford and George Soule in Muscle Shoals. Beautiful Art Deco label design as well.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jimmyelledgeyoucantstop1.mp3
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MARV JOHNSON: I Miss You Baby * GORDY, M-, drill hole in lbl, 35.- Euro
1966 Motown greatness! Fantastic 60's dancer by R&B veteran Marv Johnson in extra nice condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvjohnsonimissmybaby.mp3
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THE ADMIRATIONS: Don't Leave Me / All For You * ONE-DERFUL, M-, 35.- Euro
Awesome Chicago Northern Soul dancer backed up by an immense group soul midtempo tune. Extra clean copy, that never seen a needle before I lifted the soundfile.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/admirationsdontleave.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/admirationsallforyou.mp3
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BIG MAYBELLE: That's A Pretty Good Love * SAVOY, VG, 35.- Euro
1956 R&B nugget by the great Big Maybelle. Record has barely visible scratch, that causes some clicks during playback, nothing to distract from the sensational musical contact. Priced accordingly!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bigmaybelleprettygood1.mp3
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MEGATON: Diggin' * DCA, M-, 30.- Euro
Meco Monardo's first record and it's a groovy masterpiece with a mindblowing good arrangement. Meco is best known for his retakes of popular tunes like "Beethoven's fifth Symphony" or the "Star Wars Theme" and turn them into galactic disco funk anthems. This 45 marks his starting point and to my ears, it's a killer. Meco loved to play around with words and the band name Megaton is a conglomerate of the first name of his partner in crime Tony Bongiovi.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/megatondiggin.mp3
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GEORGE SOULE: Get Involved * FAME, VG++, wol, 30.- Euro
Mindblowing 70's dancer produced by Rick Hall for Muscle Shoals Sound" and co-written by the great George Jackson. A fabulous record!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/georgesoulegetinvolved12.mp3
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OTTO DE ROJAS Y LOS ULTRAS 76: Al Ritmo De Bump Bump * RCA; made in Peru, VG-, 30.- Euro
Latin funk bomp only released in Peru. This is of course a cover of "Soulful Strut" by Young Holt Unlimited. Numerous mild scratches on vinyl, due to that some surface noise. But surely a bargain for someone.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/Ottobumbump.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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RONNIE TAYLOR: I Can't Take It * NASSAU, M-/VG++, 30.- Euro
Hard hitting uptempo 60's soul mover out of Columbus / Ohio. One for a DJ with some imagination.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ronnietayloricanttakeit.mp3
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UNITED VOICE BLACK WHITE FAMILY: Make It Last * UNITED VOICE, M-, 30.- Euro
Great early 70's gospel message song with a crossover feel to it.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/unitedvoicemakeitlast.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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WHIRLWIND: Don't Let Him Get The Best Of You * ROULETTE, promo, strong VG+, 30.- Euro
Superb 70's dancer written by Ronald Foster, the producer of Lee McDonald. The only record this group ever recorded. Buy it and you have a complete discography.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/whirlwinddontlethim.mp3
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UNCLE REMUS: Number One * SANSU, M-, 30.- Euro
Nice New Orleans soulful funky boogie dancer in beautiful shape.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/uncleremusno11.mp3
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BILLY JENKINS: Mr. Naylor * FLAMBO, M-, 30.- Euro
A lengthy intro leads you stright to a nice soulful bayou funk track. Great record and pretty obscure too.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billyjenkinssmrnaylor.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-, 30.- 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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ARTIE CHRISTOPHER: My Baby's Crying / Don't Try It Again * 5-HIGH, M-, 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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JOHNNY SCOTT: Hide & Seek With Me * PORTRA, M-, 30.- Euro
Cool Memphis 60's soul double sider. One side for the dancefloor, flip it over for a great down- to midtempo groove.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnyscotthideandseek.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnyscottwontyou.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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BONNIE & LEE: The Way I Feel About You * FAIRMOUNT, promo, VG++, close to M-, 20.- Euro
Catchy 60's dancer and the rarer promo too. Check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bonnieandleethewayifeel1.mp3
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DAVID RUFFIN: Rode By The Place (Where We Used To Stay) * MOTOWN; M-, 25.- Euro, on hold
One of the mighty Temptations with his finest solo release from 1977. A smooth and classy dancer. David Ruffin might not have been the finest human being ever walked on planet earth, but the man could ride a song.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/davidruffinrodebythe.mp3
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VALENTINOS: I Can Understand It * CLEAN, visually VG to VG+, plays VG++, 25.-, "x" on lbl, Euro
Excellent early 70's dancer with the great Bobby Womack on lead vocals. On of these records that are soul with capital "S" and you can shake a leg to it as well. Pure class!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/valentinosicanunder1.mp3
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BILLY EASTON: Why Can't This Time / I Was A Fool * DISPO, M-, 25.- Euro
Two great windy city sides both lurking into crossover category. Produced by ABC A&R man Barry Despenza and Donny Hathaway was responsible for the arrangements.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billyeastonwhycantthistime.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billyeastoniwasafool1.mp3
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SELENO CLARKE: Memphis Boogaloo / Soulful Drop * M.O.C., promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Great little funky Memphis double header adapting the New York Boogaloo style and filling it up with some southern soul licks. Two great instro sides for you to consider.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/selenoclarkememphis.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/selenoclarkesoulful.mp3
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MARVA WHITNEY: It's My Thing / Ball Of Fire * KING, VG+, 20.- Euro
1969 was James Brown finest year, he threw out record after record and every single one is a winner. The featured side offers rambling sister funk, but the true sensation hides away on the B-side. A proper soul tune, lurking into crossover territiry and Marva is singing her heart out. Minimal surface wear and some background noise, due to the rather bad King pressings during this period.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvawhitneyitsmything12.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvawhitneyballoffire1.mp3
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BOBBY WOMACK: Tried And Convicted * MINIT, M-, 25.- Euro
In my humble opinion Bobby Womack's finest 60's recording. Midtempo crossover magic produced in Memphis by Chips Moman.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbywomacktiredand1.mp3
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WILLIE HUTCH: Brothers Gonna Work It Out / Slick * TAMLA MOTOWN, made in Netherlands, Vinyl strong VG+ / Sleeve: VG-, wol, 20.- Euro, on hold
Two mindblowing sides from a blaxploitation flick called "The Mack". "Brothers Gonna Work It Out" stands the test of time and sounds as fresh and club-friendly as ever, while slick is what the name of the song might suggest. The ultra-talented Willie Hutch at the peak of his art on this nice looking durtch picture sleeve issue. The sleeve has an open spine on the left and looks slightly used, but hey, it's in the grooves what counts.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williehutchbrothers.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williehutchslick1.mp3
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RAY CRUMLEY: All The Way In Love With You * MAGNET, Made in Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, sticker and writings on sleeve, 20.- Euro
German art sleeve issue of this magnificient 70's dancer by Ray Crumley, lead singer of the Solid Gold Revue, who recorded an extremeley great and rare LP and an indemand 45. This 45 came out on thge Shreveport / Louisiana label Alarm in the US and god knows how this ended up being licensed to a Kraut label in germany.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raycrumleyalltheway123.mp3
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THE WHISPERS: P.O.W.-M.I.A. * Janus, strong VG+, "x" on lbl, 20.- Euro
Ear candy to my ears and of the most underrated 70's dancers in my book. A song about prisoners of war and of course Vietnam related. Great "what's going on"-vibes on this and as per usual super soulful singing by the mighty Whispers. Don't sleep on this!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/whispoerspowmia.mp3
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THE INCREDIBLES: I Can't Get Over Losing Your Love * AUDIO ARTS, M-, 20.- Euro
Excellent slice of 60's Northern Group Soul in perfect shape.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/incrediblesicantgetover.mp3
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BOBBY BENNETT: Big New York / Baby, Try Me * LONDON, made in Germany, Vinyl: M- / VG to VG+, stamp on lbl, 20.- Euro
Two driving 60's dance sides on this hard to come by german picture sleeve issue. Originally released on Phil-L.A.-Of-Soul in 1969 and good know why the german London A&R guys thought, there's a market for this in Krautland. Of course there wasn't and it sold next to nothing in the late 60's. Anyway, nice looking and even better sounding artefact from the past.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbybennettbignewyork1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbybennettbabytryme1.mp3
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AARON NEVILLE: All These Things / She's On My Mind * BELL, promo, M-, 20.- Euro, on hold
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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HEARTSTOPPERS: Marching Out Of Your Life / Court In mama * ALL PLATINUM, M-, 20.- Euro
Clean copy of this mighty fine early 70's Northern Soul dancer backed up by an equally good crossover dancer.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/heartstoppersmarchingout.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/heartstopperscourtin.mp3
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LEON HAYWOOD: It's Got To Be Mellow * DECCA; VG++, 25.- Euro
Late 60's midtempo sound, that some call crossover and some Northern, who cares? It's simply great danceable soulmusic from the top shelf for the price of a few pints at the pub.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leonhaywoodmellow1.mp3
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TOMMY BRYANT: I Wanna Come Home To You Baby * T NECK, promo, VG+, 25.- Euro
Overlooked Northern dancer on the Isley Brothers label. Just very few cosmetical blemishes on the vinyl, sounds fantastic and looks very nice in it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tommybryantiwnnacome.mp3
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SPENCE JAMES: I Won't Be Back * CIRCLE, VG+, wol, 25.- Euro
Knock out semi know R&B dancer, that sounds way better then 25.- Euro to my ears.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/spencejamesiwontbeback.mp3
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TONY OWENS: (When You're Wrong) You Got To Pay The Price * LISTENING POST, M-, 20.- Euro
Nice clean copy of this indemand New Orleans crossover dancer from 1973.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tonyowenspaytheprice1.mp3
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EDDIE BO: You Are Going To Be Somebodys Fool Too * NOLA; M-, 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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SPENCE JAMES: I Won't Be Back * CIRCLE, VG+, wol, 20.- Euro
Knock out semi know R&B dancer, that sounds way better then 25.- Euro to my ears.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/spencejamesiwontbeback.mp3
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SIMMIE & THE DYNAMICS: Don't Make Me Burn * BELLA, VG+, 20.- Euro
Obscure southern funk with some production involvement by George Perkins. Obscure record and totally on the spot!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/simmiedontmakemeburn.mp3
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THE SHARPEES: I've Got A Secret * ONE-DERFUL, strong VG+, drill hole in lbl, tear on label, 20.- Euro
No way to spend 20 Euro better. Excellent Chicago Northern Soul, that sounds like 3 figures to these eras.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sharpeesivegotasecret.mp3
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SAM BAKER: I'm Number One / I Believe In You * SOUND STAGE 7, M-, 20.- Euro
Mighty fine 60's uptempo dancer backed up by facemelting deeps soul cut. Jackson Mississippi born Sam Baker fuels his gospel schooled voice with heartfelt lyrics and natural timing. I always thought he sounds like a gritty Clyde McPhatter and that's surely big compliment.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sambakerimnumberone.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sambakeribelievein.mp3
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WOOD BRASS AND STEEL: Hey What's That You Say * ASTROSCOPE, M-, 20.- Euro
The man behind this record is most likely Ineffie Woods, writer of some of the tracks of the legendary Skullsnaps LP on GSF. This is basically the same song as the breakbeat classic "It's A New Day" by the Skullsnaps and I believe, that this 45 came out before the Skullsnaps. Anyway it's a great funky soul track and this copy for sale is shiny and clean.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/woodbrassandheywhatsthat.mp3
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FLOATERS AND SHU-GA: For Your Love * FEE, VG++ very close to M-, 20.- Euro
Detroit stepper of the highest order and cheap too. The label design alone is worth the asking price, but this is no art exhibtion here; it's in the grooves that counts and to my ears, this sounds brillinat.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/floatersandsugaforyour.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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TOM AND JERROO: (Papa Chew) Do The Boo-Ga-Loo * JERRY-O, VG++, 20.- Euro
A fun record and one of the many attempts of label owner Jerry O to create a dance craze. How to dance to this properly is shown on this adorable youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4EA7ggRdmsY
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tomanjerroopapachew.mp3
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THE PALLBEARERS: Gettin' Fired Up * FONTANA, promo, M-, 15.- Euro
Action packed blue eyed soul dancer with a lot of Northern potential. A band, that failed completely to have any success, maybe they should have thought more about their name?
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/pallbearersgettinfiredup.mp3
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THE JOHNNY OTIS SHOW: Country Girl * KENT, M-, 15.- Euro
Raw funky late 60's groover by Johnny Otis and his bunch of great musicians. This is the first record where Johnny's son Shuggie Otis is featured as a guitar player. Shuggie later recorded some legendary sides for Epic records.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnyotiscountrygirl.mp3
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THE MAD LADS: Whatever Hurts You / No Time Is Better Than Right Now * VOLT, VG++, some label damage, 20.- Euro
Sweet soul magic by the mighty Mad Lads. So much soul on these two Memphis sides and another proff, that top quality soul doesn't have to break the bank.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/madladswhatever1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/madladsnotimeisbetter.mp3
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ACCENTS: New Girl * M-PAC, M-, 20.- Euro
Mighty fine Chicago mid-sixties group soul dancer on George & Earnest Leaners One-Der-Ful/M-Pac! outlet. Eric Leaner, the son of Earnest, is now licensing unissued and rare stuff from the Vaults of the labels to Secret Stash records in Minneapolis.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/accentsnewgirl.mp3
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MOON PEOPLE: Land Of Love * SPEED, VG+, small warp, not affecting play, 20.- Euro
Funky latin soul instrumental, that sounds just right for troday's more open minded scene.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/moonpeoplelandoflove12.mp3
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THE POETS: She Blew A Good Thing * SYMBOL, M-, 15.- Euro
Fabulous group soul dancer produced by Juggy Murray. Just a great soul record and affordable too.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/poetssheblewagood1.mp3
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THE SPELLBINDERS: We're Acting Like Lovers * COLUMBIA, VG++, 15.- Euro, soldVan McCoy produced group soul dancer and another proof, that quality doesn't have to break the bank.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/spellbinderswereactinglike.mp3
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LEROY RANDOLPH: Good To The Last Drop * SPRING, M-, 15.- Euro
Extra clean copy, housed in it's original company sleeve, of this great uptempo early 70's dancer, that sounds rather like late 60's to me. Groovy to the max and Leroy surely sings his heart out here!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leroyrandolphgoodtothe.mp3
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MEL HUESTON: Time And Patience / Double Confusion * CHANSON, M-, 15.- Euro
Immense very soulful funk double sider from Toledo / Ohio.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/melhuestontimeand.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/melhuestondoubleconf.mp3
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STARFIRE: Don't Come Back / Almost Insane * DYNAMIC ARTISTS, VG+, label tear, 15.- Euro
Great boogie funk out of Richmond /Virginia with an ice slow jam on the flip.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/starfiredontcomeback.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/starfirealmostinsane.mp3
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BRIEF ENCOUNTER: I'm So Satisfied / Don't Let Them Tell You * SEVENTY-SEVEN, M-, 20.- Euro
Two fantastic 70's sides by a band completely unable to make a bad record. These two songs are 7" only and are not on their rare LP.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/briefencounterimsosatis.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/briefencounterdontletthem.mp3
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SUNDRAY TUCKER: If It Was Me * TK, M-, 15.- Euro
Two stepper from 1981 produced by Clarence Reid and another proof, that quality doesn't have to break the bank. Clean copy in it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sundraytuckerifitwas.mp3
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B. W: SOULS: Marvins Groove * ROUND, M-, 15.- 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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THE SPINNERS: It's A Shame * V.I.P., M-, 15.- Euro
A Motown classic up for grabs in extra clean condition. Sampled by Salt & Peppa when I was a youngster and this record never fails to make me praise the greatness of soulmusic. The guitar intro is nothing less than iconic, the vocals are heavenly and the arrangement by Paul Riser is outsatnding. Steve Wonder produced this and if the sales phrase "every home should own a copy" ever made sense, it's with this record.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/spinnersitsashame1234.mp3
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MARVIN GAYE: You're The Man * TAMLA, M-, 15.- Euro
Non-LP-track by Marvin Gaye, who recorded this funky soul masterpiece with members of Bohannon's band in 1972. The record didn't have much success and Gaye canceled the plan to make a whole LP as a follow-up of his million seller "What's Going On". This is actually the only 45, that was released in it's time, from what most Gaye devotees called Marvin's lost album. Marvin Gayes anger with the political system shines through every line of this record, but in the end one must admit, that he just didn't like to pay taxes (who does?) and to call this attitude rebellious is slightly pathetic. He later on waved America goodbye due to endless conflicts with the taxman and moved to Belgium. Long background story for a record, that is simply mindblowing in my book.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marvinyouretheman.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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JAMES DUNCAN: You've Gotta Be Strong / All Goodbyes Ain't Gone * FEDERAL, M-, 15.- Euro
Banging raw funk on the top side and a nice little shuffler on the flip. A superb 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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CODY BLACK: Going, Going, Gone / Enp Up Lovin * RAM-BROCK, M-, 15.- Euro
Born in Cincinnati/Ohio, but his career really took off, when he moved to Detroit as youngster. This is Cody Black's most succesfull release from 1967 and this might fine disc provides two blasting dance sides from the Motor City.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/codyblackgoing.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/codyblackendup.mp3
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BOBBY COPNEY: Love Au-Go-Go * TUFF, VG+, some label stains, 15.- Euro
The most Detroit sounding New York record i'm aware of. Superb spooky 60's soul dancer, that shoulkd go massive in a better world.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbycopneyloveaugogo1.mp3
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THE MANHATTENS: I Bet'Cha (Couldn't Love Me) / Sweet Little Girl * CARNIVAL, VG++, 15.- Euro
Two magnificiant group soul sides from 1966 on this iconic New Jersey label. In fact, a company, that failed to release a bad record.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/manhattensibetcha.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/manhattenssweetlittle.mp3
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GENE CHANDLER: (I'm Just A) Fool For You It A Shame / Buddy Ain't It A Shame * CONSTELLATION, M-, 15.- Euro
Two great Chicago 60's dance sides for you to consider.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genechandlerfoolforyou1.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/genechandleraintitashame.mp3
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PRINCE HAROLD: Baby, You've Got It * MERCURY, M-, wol, stiucker on either side of the label, 15.- Euro
Raunchy 60's uptempo stomper with a drummer getting wicked A record that deserves some love from the soul scene and just needs a brave DJ behind it.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/princeharoldbabyyouvegot1.mp3
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HARRY DEAL & THE GALAXIES: Fonky, Fonky * ECLIPSE, M-, 12.- Euro
Slick funk instrumnetal hidden away on the B-side of a mediocre ballad.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/harrydealfonky.mp3
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WILLIE GAUFF & THE LOVE BROTHERS: Communicate Not Hate * EUREKA; M-, 12.- Euro
Nice and extra clean copy of this funky Cali disc. Guitar driven funky soul with banging drums and Willie Gauff (what a name!) screams his heart out to get his message to you.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williegauffcommunicate.mp3
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AARON NEVILLE: A Hard Nut To Crack * PARLO, M-, 12.- 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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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 then all the stupid useless reissues flooding the market these days.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hotbushrtellme.mp3
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THE ISLEY BROTHERS: Between The Sheets * TNeck, VG++, 12.- Euro
Mellow boogie, bedrooom soul, one of the most sampled grooves ever... whatever you say about this, it's an infectious groover by the Isleys and always nice to have the original.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/isleysbetweenthe.mp3
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BILLY STEWART: I'm In Love (Oh, Yes I Am) / Crazy `Bout You Baby * CHESS, drill hole in lbl, M-, 12.- Euro
Two fantastic sides of Windy City soul on this shiny clean Chess issue. Billy Stewart could sing the phone book and sound great. American high culture for the price of two pints. What's not to like?
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billystewartiminlove.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billystewartcrazybout.mp3
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THE RADIANTS: Hold On * CHESS, M-, drill hole in lbl, 10.- Euro
Extra clean copy of this uptempo 60's dancer. Simply unreal, that a 50 year old record in this condition is just 10.- bloody Euros.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/radiantsholdon12.mp3
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SHIRLEY WAHLS: Cry Myself to Sleep * SMASH, M-, drill hole in lbl, 12.- Euro
Great slow and and super soulful cheapo written by Joshie "Jo" Armstead and arranged by Willie Henderson.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/shirleywahlscrymyself1.mp3
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BILLY STEWART: Summertime * CHESS, VG+, 10.- Euro, soldBilly Stewart's immortal take on George Gershwin's classic "Summertime", Stewart's unique singing style shines through every second of this recording - a classic, that should be in everybodys collection.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billystewartsummertime1.mp3
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THE MARK IV: Honey I Still Love You * NATION-WIDE, VG++, 10.- Euro
Funny to call a label Nation-Wide and then license it to Mercury to get a nation wide distribution. Anyway, this is the first local issue of this fine ballad and they later on recorded two immense Modern Soul anthems: "Signs Of A Dying Love" and "If You Can't Tell Me Something Good".
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/markivhoneyistill.mp3
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ISLEY BROTHERS: Behind A Painted Smile * TAMLA MOTOWN, made in Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, 10.- Euro
German picture sleeve issue of this great Motown 60's dancer on thick vinyl and in great shape!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/isleysbehindapainted.mp3
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Edited by Docfish