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    21 minutes ago, Martin S said:

    You just reminded me of the LP that track comes from. I only recall finding it once in the UK which is quite unusual for an LP on Arista, although that said, it has a white background so I may have seen one or two other copies with filthy sleeves I didn't think I could renovate well enough, and therefore left them behind. I didn't keep it for myself so I'm assuming I wasn't impressed by the LP overall at the time, that said I shall check out the clips from it on Youtube and report back. Out of interest, was it Leon Sylvers you were checking elsewhere and if so which tracks? Thanks, Martin

    Head and shoulders the best track on the LP as far as I'm concerned:

     

    Cheers

    Roger

     

     

     

     

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    Soul CD's have little resale value, save for the odd few that are in demand, believe me - I spent nearly 30 years amassing a very hefty collection of new releases, many rare indie ones which can be seen for crazy money from chancers on the likes of Amazon or Discogs or wherever, but honestly, nobody wants them.  I sold mine because of both storage space (not having a garage in the new house to put them) and never actually playing or looking at them any more.

    I put a load of discogs, tried to get hefty prices on a few I thought I could and failed miserably on most of them, I sold them eventually in a couple of jobs lots, at a fraction of what they cost me.

    I've also been doing CD cover designs for 20 years now and have seen it all decline to the point where I rarely do a cover for an artist album, and even the compilation/reissues are struggling miserably with sales these days unfortunately, though the resurgence of vinyl has seen a bit of an upturn in fortunes, though no to the extent people are going to get rich off it.

    Sadly I think the end of the CD, as much as I've tried to kid myself for years now, is definitely in sight and if you're hanging onto a CD collection in the hope of making a good few quid, honestly, think again!

    Cheers

    Roger

    On 9 July 2016 at 13:21, Mick Holdsworth said:

    I've often wondered this, but how many of us who buy records for our own collection, regardless of value or rarity, actually PLAY them on a regular basis. I find it much easier these days to click a few buttons on my PC and listen to just about anything I want. I still buy records for myself of course, but I often just record them and play the mp3's.

    DJ's obviously play them out, but when the party's over, and the lights go out, what do we do at home.

    For me, it's the enjoyment of collecting that keeps it going, but it's the convenience of technology that gives me 90% of my lisening pleasure.

    Cheers
    Mick

     

    Great post. :thumbsup:

    For years I've enjoyed the convenience of non-original media (CDR, mp3) for listening to privately, and (shock horror!) for playing out at 'modden' venues where none of the NS/rare values were ever a concern to anyone, but when it comes to buying for the collection then it would always have to be original where possible, but recently I've started to gain a huge amount of pleasure from spending time with a few drinks and friends in the record room, digging out the real deal vinyl records and playing them and looking at and listening to them for what they are - just fantastic pieces of classic art and great memories which have been the soundtrack to most of my adult life.

    As I said, excellent post Mick, I'm sure most can relate to what you're saying.

    Cheers

    Roger

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    1 hour ago, andybellwood said:

    Great !  'From 'A Whisper To A Scream' cd , but not on the vinyl LP ? 

     

    Not sure it was ever released on vinyl to be honest, Andy.

    Cheers

    Roger

    And this week's show :thumbsup:

    https://soulsorts.podomatic.com/entry/2016-01-31T13_52_09-08_00

    EDDY EDMONDSON SOULTIME SOLAR RADIO SUNDAY 31 JAN 2016

    PLAYLIST:
    Chicago Gangsters - I Choose You [LP: I Choose You] 1975
    Sharon Paige - New To You [45 ABC Records] 1978
    Rosie Grier - Beautiful People [45 A&M Records] 1973
    Ron Keith - Gotta Go By What You Tell Me [45 A&M Records] 1975
    Leroy Hutson - Can't Say Enough About Mom [LP: The Man!] 1974
    L.T.D. - (Won't Cha) Stay With Me [LP: Something to Love] 1977
    Newban - Why Did You Desert Me? [LP: Newban] 1977
    9th Creation - Sexy Girl [LP: Falling in Love] 1976
    Courtial - Time To Explain [LP: Don't You Think It's Time] 1976
    Cheyenne Fowler - Groovin' With You [LP: Cheyenne's Comin'] 1976
    Caesar Frazier - Another Life [LP: Another Life] 1978
    Esther Williams - Would It Matter [LP: Bustin' Out] 1978
    Esther Williams - Searching For Somebody Else [LP: Let Me Show You] 1976
    Charme - Do It For Love [LP: Let It In] 1979
    Lou Courtney - Beware [45 Epic Records] 1973
    Lou Courtney - Why [CD reissue bonus track: I’m In Need Of Love (1974)] 2008
    Kocky - Share Love [LP: Post No Bills] 1979
    Charnissa - When Can We Do This Again [LP: Charnissa] 1978
    Opus 7 - The Way You Move Me [LP: Thoughts] 1979
    General Lee and the Space Army Band - We Did It Baby [45 Lost Weekend] 1979
    New York City Band - Together [CD: New York City Band] 1979
    The Lovelites - Love's So Strong [45 Lovelite Records] 1973
    Freddie Hughes & The Chevelles - I Just Found Out [45 Janus Records] 1972
    Jimmy Delphs - Do You Know What I Mean [45 DSSI Records] 1977
    Carl Davis & Chi Sound Orchestra - Windy City Theme [45 ChiSound] 1976
    Clifton Dyson/Gwen Matthews - I'm Giving Up [45 QS Records] 1980
    Cynthia Sheeler - Yes We Do [45 Skyra Records]
    Enchantment - Thank You Girl For Loving Me [LP: Enchantment] 1976
    Barbara Pennington - All Time Loser [LP: Midnight Ride] 1977

    Cheers!

    Roger

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    Have been back on Solar Radio over the past couple of weeks filling in for me old mate Eddy Edmondson - the usual array of my favourite 70s stuff, always a pleasure never a chore and all that :thumbsup:

    https://soulsorts.podomatic.com/entry/2016-01-24T12_47_10-08_00

    EDDY EDMONDSON SOULTIME SOLAR RADIO SUNDAY 24 JAN 2016

    PLAYLIST:
    Diana Ross - Medley: Brown Baby/Save the Children [Touch Me in the Morning] 1973
    Supremes - High Energy [High Energy] 1971
    Tom Brock - I Love You More And More [I Love You More And More] 1974
    Norman Feels - Movie [Where Or When] 1974
    Notations - There I Go [The Notations] 1975
    Impressions - If You Have To Ask [Loving Power] 1976
    J. R. Bailey - Just Me 'N You [Just Me 'N You] 1974
    Ace Spectrum - Sweet Music, Soft Lights And You [Just Like In The Movies] 1976
    Cecil Shaw - This I've Gotta See [45]    
    Little Dooley - (It's Got To Be) Now Or Never [45]    
    Pure Pleasure - By My Side [45]
    John Edwards - Cold Hearted Woman [Careful Man]  previously unissued 1996
    John Edwards - How Can I Make It Without You [Careful Man]  previously unissued 1996
    Tommy Tate - If You Got To Love Somebody (Why Not Take A Chance On Me) [Soul Revelations] 1997
    Barbara Jean English - I'm Living A Lie [So Many Ways…] 1972
    Erma Franklin - Whispers (Gettin' Louder) [45]
    Jackie Wilson - Just Call My Name [LP: Nobody But You] 1975
    Dana Valery - You Babe [Not The Flower But The Root] 1972
    Joe Simon - In My Baby's Arms [Get Down] 1974
    Winfield Parker - I Want To Be With You [45] 
    Mystique - Spoiled Like A Baby [Mystique previously unissued] 1977
    Truth - Touch Me [Truth] 1980
    T.N.J.'s - Don't Forget About Me [45] 
    Willie Tee - Bring On The Heartaches [I'm Only A Man] 1970
    Little Beaver - I Really Love You Babe [When Was The Last Time] 1976
    Reverend T. L. Barratt - Said It Long Time Ago [45] 
    Garland Green - Come Through Me [Soul Of Spring] 1997
    Sandy Mercer - True Or False [LP: Hey Love, Come And Get It!] 1978
    7th Wonder - Living My Life Just For You [Climbing Higher] 1979
    YBS - I Could Love But One Boy [YBS] 1979

    Cheers!

    Roger

    There simply is not any scenario left in the world that requires more DJs, let alone ones with zero record collecting experience and therefore zero knowledge. At best, they will offer a similarly predictable and stagnant output to the wedding dj type

     

    Best statement I've read on here in a long time, especially the first part.  :thumbsup: 

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