Dayo

It might have been hearing James Brown's live album for the first time and thinking, ah, so this is soul music. It might have been watching that chick swaying in a dream of her own to Timmy Thomas with no other soul on the dance floor, and thinking; "God, I hope I don't have to stand up any time soon". It might have been hearing Duke Browner at my first all dayer and marvelling how everyone clapped on the exact same downbeat. It might have been dancing to Linda Jones at Va Va, first high courtesy of Smith, Kline & French.

Then, it was the musical backdrop to being young, horny, pilled up and cool. Not really sure what it's about these days.

Off topic I know; but I once bought a copy of a certain classic Booker T. record in a junk shop. The word "Time" had been scratched out and replaced, in felt tip, with the name "Jan". Made me smile - and still does!

Some killer suggestions on here. Got me thinking about a pop CDR compliation for the car. Or, is there enough mileage in this for a CD swap? It's just great to know so many people share the same taste. Even the Paper Dolls makes me smile! Thoughts anyone? Colin Slimharpo - I'd forgotten that Robert John track; lovely song.

Fraser Will do your copy this week, slipped though I guess because your address wasn't with the others.

Just wondered where we're at? Has everyone sent and received by now?

Totally agree! Remember seeing this advertised in B&S along with Cracked up over you and Sounds of Lane (another pile of shit) - basically couldn't wait to hear this "legendary sound". What a disappointment. Almost as big a downer as hearing "One wonderful moment" for the first time; although that one has grown on me, for no accountable reason.

Shuffles in shame faced; had no idea this thread was active - thanks Kolla for clueing me in :-) Just to say a huge thank you to everyone for the CD's received and for turning me on to so many tracks that were new to me. Feel quite humbled since mine was full of chestnuts. Will write at more length when time; just to let you know how much I appreciate all the goodies. Colin (Dayo)

I work from home, and it's broadband, so....

Sorry to keep gushing about other people choices, but that Who track is a monster. Love the guitar lick and the obvious references to pep pills. Incidentally, on the subject of the Who, wife and I were in Brighton at the weekend and a friend showed us THE actual alley from Quadraphenia! He even offered to keep watch if we wanted to recraete that classic scene, but the normally open minded Mrs. Dayo sadly declined :-(

Will try and find it! Ta! Update: Just found it on Kazaa. Good vibe!!!

Love some of that Pet Clark stuff, so I totally agree. Tony Hatch was a genius at arrangement, and Downtown might be another contender for best pop/non northern but almost!

Don't mean to hijack the current thread on discs that make you smile, but so many mentioned great pop songs; so I thought it might make an interesting topic. What's your fave non soul 60's record? Or some of your faves? And why? I've got so many, but here are three that always give me a tingle: 1. Alone again or - Love Just astonishing in every respect; the words, the chords, the awesome instrumental break, brilliant guitars throughout. 2. Classical Gas - Mason Williams Bit obvious this one, since the beat so so close to classic Northern; what a stunning arrangement, and to get that massive orchestra playing with such verve and energy! Inspired Mike Post more than a tad I think 3. Rock n Roll Woman - Buffalo Springfield Discovered this on an old Atlantic sampler (Flying High) around 1971. I'd bought it for the soul tracks, but there were a couple of rock/pop thing on there too, including this high energy rocker. Dark, dark vocals from Steve Stills (?)Awesome guitar and Hammond organ. I'm amazed this hasn't been covered to death by indie bands. Aw, that's just three, but there are so many more. Everything the Fab Four did for a start!

Interesting thread this. For what it's worth, me and Mrs. Dayo have been going to clubs like Moneypennys in Brum for several years now. The funky house/soulful garage vibe is the closest thing we've ever found to the Northern Soul scene in it's golden era. What we found is; soulful records witha killer dance beat, nice people who have a passion for the music and dancing, plus almost everyone is off their face! It's underground and elite; we love it.

Not terribly rare but a gorgeous record. Keep it!

And what a lovely midetempo floater it is! ;-)

Surely Archie Bell did the original didn't he? I could be wrong (not for the first time!) but didn't it pre-date the Rance Allen thing by a couple of years? Archie wins it anyway, hands down. But then I've been a sucker for his voice and those great G&H productions ever since I was a baby!

Mick Smith Agree 100% with you regarding Paul Anka. Isn't it ironic that one of the most perfect, well crafted Northern Soul stompers of all time was made by a Paul Anka? With a stack of notable Footsee-like exceptions, the Northern Soul Scene always had a high regard for well made pop records that fitted the bill. And although black American vocals will always be my first love, songs like the one mentioned still give me a tingle. After all, chances are the backing musicians were the same guys that featured on tons of soul classics!

Always thought this tune should have been a monster; I've never even heard it played out: East, West, North, South - Cliffard Curry - Elf Any ideas why anyone?

Joel I respect your opinion; but that's just how we were in the seventies. I mean, pick up any copy of Blues and Soul from '70 onwards and you'll find someone complaining about over exposure of "our" music. I used to feel the same way, but these days I'm far more relaxed, and if anyone soul savvy media type wants to borrow some cool from the music we love, then God bless 'em. My 13 year old daughter was even known to be humming "California Soul" a few days ago. I didn't brainwash her; though I've tried often enough. Colonel Sanders can take the credit for that. Ironic though, coz she's a vegetarian. Nothing personal in these comments, like I say, respect your opinion.

Lady Jane: It's an amazing record, and I envy you the thrill of recently discovering it. If you were unaware of that one (it's a classic) there are tons more treats in store for you.

Strange choice, but I'll go for the first rare record I ever got; my Cameo Parkway copy of "At the Discotheque". Cost me a fiver (some cash, some swaps) back in 1971. I prized it so much that I hardly dared play it!

Just a note to ask if you can take account of holidays/vacations when setting the timescale on this project. For instance, I'm away for a week from 17th Aug.

Does that include me? I'm up for it.

Personally I think I'd rather take a chance on some tracks being duplicated and enjoy the random quality of it all. For me the biggest kick would be hearing other people's taste and sharing some of my own.