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Dave Godin died peacefully in his sleep on the morning of Friday October 15th. He had been ill for some time and was fully accepting of his fate, though true to himself he put up a brave fight. by ady croasdell Soul News Announcement Dave was a pioneer of Blackamerican music and soul music in particular throughout his life. The highlights of his endless championing of the cause were his working with Berry Gordy in establishing Tamla Motown as an entity in this country; his passion for, and the coining of, the genres Northern Soul and Deep Soul and his series of four CDs of “Dave Godin’s Deep Soul Treasures” which he claimed were the proudest achievements of his life. He was the world’s foremost soul music journalist for many years and wrote intelligently and illuminatingly on the subject, particularly in his Blues and Soul magazine column in the 60s and 70s. His grasp and understanding of Blackamerican social and political life gave him an insightful perspective on the music that made his writing so vital. He was also a renowned expert on films and a passionate Animal Rights activist as well as being a committed anarchist, vegan, pro-life, Esperanto speaker and supporter of the Jain religion. Details of his funeral will be posted as soon as we have them. It is hoped that there will be a celebratory soul dance on the evening of the funeral. Cards can be sent to Dave Godin in memorium 27 Clifton Crescent South Rotherham S Yorks S65 2AR Dave wished any donations to be sent to: Dr Elizabeth Svendsen The Donkey Sanctuary Sidmouth Devon EX10 0NU UK Cheques payable to the Donkey Sanctuary We have set up a message board for any thoughts or reminiscences on Dave’s life at the 6TS website www.6ts.info The direct link is http://pub18.bravenet.com/guestbook/1467978738 A fuller obituary will be released after the weekend.

Craig W recently posted up a photo of a 60s soul playlist from WCIN Radio, this set me off on a dig for more info and on my travels found a website devoted to the station. Recently celebrated its 50th anniversary the site whilst a bit brief, and the anniversary was last year, would say it may be of interest for those with a interest in the history of soul music, with photos and recollections from some of the djs from over the years. From the first time 1480 WCIN did its first broadcast in 1953, the station has proven itself to be an integral part of the Greater Cincinnati metro community and the national music industry. It was in October of 1953 when the city of Cincinnati heard WCIN on the air with its first show. That broadcast was an early morning one hour gospel music program. In the span of 50 years WCIN would lead in promoting some of the best music in the industry. 1480 WCIN introduced people to music greats like Sam Cooke, Jackie Wilson, James Brown and Aretha Franklin. WCIN set the important precedents that have made radio a viable part of the music industry.......... visit the WCIN site here

check latest updates out - a worthwhile way to spend a few hours The worthwhile Soul Generation site had a fair amount of recent updates, including recent interviews with Skip Easterling and James Bell As always site is well worth a visit and deserves to be on your " regular check it out " list, link below get over there now couple of lead ins on the interviews below James Bell was the lead vocalist with legendary Indianapolis soulsters The Highlighters Band as well as being the songwriter and arranger of most of their classic recordings highly valued on both the funk and soul scene. I interviewed James about one of his 45s that strangely seems to be swept aside in interviews about the Highlighters Band yet remains one of the most desired and highly prized of his releases. Interview conducted: Martin Lawrie July 2004 New Orleans rhythm and blues singer Skip Easterling recorded for the legendary Joe Banashak throughout the best part of the sixties and into the 70s. He is best remembered for the classic funk reworking of "Im Your Hoochie Koochie Man" recorded under Huey Piano Smith. I interviewed Skip about a lesser known but much coveted soul stormer he recorded under Eddie Bo called "keep The fire burning" Martin Lawrie July 2004

2 hours of soul from downtown bradford via Derek Pearson Thanks to Hippo , if you were out and about at weekend and missed Derek Pearson on Bradford Radio doing 2 hours of solid quality, be glad to know can now catch it up in the Source Sounds Section streaming loud, clear, vibrant and all that sort of thing Recommended - Part 1 up 60 minutes, part 2 up next

Sat morning at 10 am on Solar Radio. DONI BURDICK JOINS KEV ROBERTS THIS SATURDAY MORNING AT 10AM ON SOLAR RADIO, SKY DIGITAL CHANNEL 879. THE WEEKLY PRIME TIME SHOW HAS SHIRLEY ALSTON, THE SOUL SET, THE DRAMATICS, MITCH RYDER, ARCHIE BELL PLUS AN ENDLESS STREAM OF NORTHERN HALL OF FAMERS. GUESTS, AT LEAST £100 IN PRIZES GUARANTEED WEEKLY.

Kev Roberts Radio The Northern Soul Hall of Fame Presenter; Kev Roberts Stations; Solar, Sky Digital Channel 879(www.goldsoul.co.uk) Saturday 10am-Noon. The show is rolled out to Sunshine 855am(Shropshire) and Mansfield 103.2fm(North Midlands) for air on Sunday at 5-7pm. USA listeners can hear the show on the ESN format www.beachshag.com at 12 noon USA and 5pm UK time every Sunday. Some selections are featured on Saga 106.6(East Midlands) every Friday at 8pm. THIS WEEKS SHOW(playlist, competitions, guests) Hour 1(Northern); Soulville All Star-I'm Gonna Get To You(1968), What's Her Name-Keni Lewis(1968), Ten Times A Day-Malibus(1967), Shirley Alston introduces 'Look What You've Done To My Heart'(1969), Just Don't Know-Chubby Checker(1965), It Takes Love-Delilah Moore(1974),GIG GUIDE then Linda Jones-I Just Can't Live My Life(1968),Mel Britt-She'll Come Running Back(1969), Wally Cox-This Man(1967),The Originals-Temporarily Out Of Order(1977), Andrea Henry-I Need You Like A Baby(1966), COMPETITION WIN £100, Then The SOUL SET talk about their obscure 45 'Will You Ever Learn' Hour 2; A great selection of CLASSIC SOUL(60's-present) Requests and info to; kev@thesoulshow.com

Sunday Night on Solar Radio...Sky Channnel 879 @ 8.00-10.00 Fellow Soul Sources just thought id give a small review of Mark Bicknells Sunday Night radio show on Solar radio, Sky Channel 879 time start 8.00pm while 10.00pm.......(this just isnt long enough)....... The quality of rare soul on this fellas show is nothing short of fantastic, this is a raw,thumping,pumping, powerhouse 2 hour rollercoasting ,spine tingling shirt ripping, dancing,..... Experience......... Only last week we were given the "god" given oppurtunity to be treated to such awesome vinyl 45s as George Freemans "Down and Out".....does it get any better than as Mark puts it ..."Sam Fletcher 2".., well believe me it really does...what about the Inspirations and there fantastic unreleased "Gonna find A New Love". You also missed the chance to hear the the totally underplayed Dells and their showstopping Cadet sound "Thinking About You", previous weeks have littered my own living room with drop -dead tracks such as Terri Bryant "Genie"/Carol Fran "You Cant Stop Me"/Magnetics "Ill Keep Holding On"....plus the earth shattering Otis Leavill "One-Derful " recording "Tired Of Falling In and Out(Of Love)",plus such luminaries as Clara Hardy and "I Dream of You". The list is endless and as we on this forum are privy to such inside information, i can only say if you have not yet heard "Big Daddy" on the airwaves, then what in Gods name are you doing on a sunday night, i for one never miss this feast of Rare Soul, and armed with an (Ever Growing) A4 book and indelible ink pen, my wants list and "Wifes" patience grow ever longer..... If You Have A Soul.....you must listen to this Preacher...... site note original member details have been trashed, think know who it is , ask get in touch to confirm and will alter

Dean Anderson across the board Northern Soul radio show every Thu for a four week run Dean Anderson across the board Northern Soul radio show - This Thursday As always more of the latest all round northern news 87.7fm being the frequency on the local to Newark Boundary FM Show and maybe more impotantly to thoise not within the catchment area avail thru tinternet at http://www.boundarysound.co.uk 8-10 every thursday nite for a 4 week run

The Original Sounds Of Detroit And Chicago&Down To Mid Tempo Lounge - Allnighter DJ Line Up And More............ The Detroit/ Chicago&Down To Mid Tempo Allnighter idea is really coming together well and i can now confirm the following DJs set to appear at this event which include Mick H.(Detroit Monsters ) Little Miss Detroit Jumping Joan, Shane Cox (Chicago Main Man ) Alex Jones (Awesome in both rooms ) Richie Andrews (Down To Mid Tempo Master) Mark Bicknell ( Detroit/Chicago and Down to Mid Tempo Rooms) Plus two more very special guests to be confirmed. For further details contact bicknellmark@aol.com or telephone 0161 330 6267. The first Allnighter is booked and confirmed for Saturday 12/13th Feb 2005 and will be held at SHERRIDANS,DEWSBURY and will run from 9.30pm through to approx 8am and Admission will be £10.00 - tickets will be on sale around the Christmas period so please contact me to reserve tickets as this event promises to be a big night. Regards - Mark Bicknell.

dates for 2005 Lifelines Ok due to the success of the Lifeline Rare Soul All-nighters the promoters Andy & Mick have booked the dates for 2005. As far as aware havent clashed with anything. If anyone knows of anything already booked that will directly clash with Lifeline please let us know. Dates for your diary are.... February 19th April 16th June 18th August 20th October 15th December 17th USual top quality DJs...regulars spinners being Butch, Andy Dyson, Mick H, Soul Sam & Cliff Steele. Top quality guests everytime.

Info on next Lifeline THE LIFELINE SOUL CLUB present The Real Deal Rare Soul All-Nighter @ Sheridans, Huddersfield Road, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury (M62 Jnc 25 - M1 Jnc 40) OCTOBER 16th 2004 9.30pm till 7.00am Resident rascals are the Countries TOP Rare Soul DJS : - BUTCH ANDY DYSON MICK H CLIFF STEELE SOUL SAM & GUESTS NIGE MAYFIELD CHALKY&NICK STEVENSON Record bar with some of the top dealers in attendance. Tables are free but must be booked prior to the night. Club capacity 250 £10 gets you in, no ticket required. If you require guaranteed entry it is advisable to e-mail or telephone in advance. A percentage of the takings will go to a CHARITY - EVERY TIME! Andy Dyson @ Dysonsoul@aol.com or telephone 01302 744927 or Mick H @ Trentsoul@aol.com or telephone 07968 030464 Re: Lifeline 5. The Real Deal Rare Soul All-nighter Anyone who is travelling up from nites like St Ives, or even down from other venues, and they will be arriving late, e-mail your names through or telephone so that your names can be put on the door to guarantee you entry. Feedback and response towards this night has been tremendous with travellers from all over...looks like being a packer!!!