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I don't get to many Northern nights these days, but, aside from a break at the turn of the 80's/90's, I've been clubbing for more than 30 years. Most recently Funky Fish in Brighton (mad!), Fuel and Moneypennys in Brum. Funky/soulful house/garage has been my weekend thing, but it's been a compromise really. I couldn't possibly answer the second question

Buzzing from a weekend of non stop soul. Kinda got me thread happy! Don't know if this one's been done before (shoot me if it has!) Simple question: What is the most soulful record, in your opinion, to have made the UK pop charts? I know a lot of people rate Dorothy Moore's Misty Blue as being one of the few deep soul records to gave crossed over. I've always found it too country for my taste. Can I suggest Al Green's monster, Lets Stay Together? It's hard to come to this track with fresh ears, since we've all heard it a trillion times, but surely there has never been a more soulful song and performance to grace the UK top 40? Colin

In another thread I've been waxing on about the mind blowing DJ skills of Norman Jay. One of the tunes he played on Saturday that made me tingle was Jackie Moore's, This Time Baby. Shamefaced to admit that I'd forgotten what an awesome slab of soul music this is. Set me thinking.... This might be a non starter, but what is your opinion on soul in 70's disco music? Any faves? We most of us love Salsoul, so let me kick it off with Double Exposure, 10 Per Cent (Walter Gibbons 12 inch mix). Has there ever been a more soulful disco record?

Steve - you're a star! That's the one. Thank you! What a powerhouse when it's played at a zillion watts. I'm guessing this is Motown? Was it a single? Info please anyone....

Not that one Simsy - but thanks for posting it. The track I grooved on so much was more funky and uptempo.

No idea! Anyone got a soundfile? It almost sounded like an Invictus or Hot Wax track, but, as someone suggested earlier, I was slightly off my face!

Was it that obvious?! I demand to see my lawyer!

Well, this might ruffle a few die hard feathers, but Saturday night in Birmingham I had an experience that was borderline spiritual. Was lucky enough to catch Norman Jay at the Medicine Bar. The guy blew me away and turned my musical world inside out and upside down. I've never heard such a tasteful, eclectic, diverse and exciting mix of soulful dance music in my life. From cutting edge funky house to rare groove and classic jazz funk; every track seemed more perfect than the last. And when it ended with Sly Stone's Dance to the Music (haven't heard this out in years) - the crowd were in raptures. It was a perfect set, with a perfect crowd and I'm certain that I've seen the best soul DJ in the world. To be honest, even the best nights I've enjoyed on the Northern scene couldn't compare for atmosphere and the sense of togetherness. One question; NJ played a track that gave me goosebumps on my goosebumps. I feel like I ought to know it but I can't place it for the life of me. Clues: A female vocalist. Perhaps southern? Think of Candi Staton, though it's probably not her. It'd be medium tempo and it sounded seventies. The snatch of lyric I remember on the chorus goes something like this: "...I could easily be persuaded". Record detectives please help me out! And if you have an open musical mind please catch Norman Jay's Good Times set. You won't regret it, the man is awesome

The Steelers was well played in the late days of the Wheel. Issued on UK Direction. Great record.

What a badass rapper he'd have been if his career was starting today. A true soul legend that enriched our music beyond measure. And he cut perhaps the most memorable vocal intro on any record ever! One, two, three....

Saw Marvin Gaye at the old Bingley Hall in Brum around '76. Not good.

Bloody hell - I was there! Completely forgot who the support was - thanks for that. About the same time I saw a fab double bill at the Odeon; The Temps and Jr. Walker. Great venue, comfy seats!

I belive Pete has his tongue only partly in his cheek. They were an amazing live band.

Hi Mirja - welcome to Soul Source. Personally I'd love to see Al Green. Saw him around 1972 when he was at his very best, then again in the early 90's when he did a gospel set; awesome. I've heard he's now singing some of the old hits again, so he'd be top of my list. Well, I'll never get to see Otis or Jackie....

Thanks Paul

Sat here doing a small mountain of tedious paperwork. My usual companion is solar radio, but for some reason I can't get it playing this afternoon. Server probs I guess. Anyone point me to another daytime soul music radio station that I can get online.... like now!? Doesn't have to be Northern. Thanks Colin

That may have more to do with PRS (songwriter's/publisher's royalties) than mechanical copyright (ie the recording). I'm sure others are more expert than me though. Colin

Joe Hicks - now that's a killer drum track!

Sounds dodgy. There is a link somewhere on the abay site that you can use to report scam emails etc. Col

My fave: Carolyn Crawford; Just Got To Be More Careful Col

Another man of taste - thanks Steve. She also gets my vote because I never once heard her cheat on a lyric or do any song that she didn't fully commit to. ATB to you too

Never knew he worked at Selecta. Quite a few well known soulies passed through there I guess.

To kick this debate off and close it at the same time: There's only one Gladys Knight. The true Queen Of Soul. Her contribution to our music and the longevity of her career make her second to none. Col

Just wanted to say hi to all the newbies and near-newbies that have posted in this thread. It can be frustrating to pop your head above the parapet and then have no-one acknowledge you, or your superb taste in music! so..... HI!

They erased my tape too - or to be more correct they stuck it into record mode and left it in the manager's office. On playback I could just make out saxie russell as the door opened and shut! Also had a pile of records nicked that day (including a UK Carl Douglas GO mint demo). Not a good day! Should have been though; every top name jock was there but only maybe 30 people showed up!