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When Carolina Soul sells something, nothing goes for a reasonable price 😀

Andy, it will be tough to get as it wasn't actually issued by Numero. It was pressed in very limited numbers as a 'give away' at some promotional events they had for the record company. Got mine of Discogs, but it took a little time. Hope you get one. Andy

Put this on order last week......wanted a 'squarey' for a change Certina DS Podium Square

Bought this last year. The price was great so couldn't resist it.😄 Glycine Airman

I'd take it to a quality jewellers who are a distributor for Longines. They should be able to tell you what you need to know and get it serviced if needed

Sent you a PM Pete

Its a toughie because I think there must have been an issue with the credits as my copy has a bit of a sticker over the artist name and Lonnie & Curtis typed in. Got mine of evilbay years ago for $8 and a second copy came up the week after and a well known DJ waded in and paid $183 and beat me to a spare...grrrrr ! Hope you get one !🤞

Some stuff reduced and bargains as usual ! Grading (UK): NM: I don't use Mint Ex: Nice 45 only small signs of use VG: Still a nice 45 but may have some signs of wear but no skips, jumps etc and will be described in better detail Postage 1.50 UK First, 2.70 Recorded and 5.00 worldwide. Paypal as F&F or add 4% please. PM's to ask questions or reserve. ATB Andy +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ CROSSOVER, MODERN & GROUP The Thirteenth Amendment - That's me without you - Whit WL Promo - Ex £65 YT : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Jcydetp Condition is Ex, with label in good nick just a slight bubble (my other copy has it also) and styrene looks bright and shiny with no visible marks. Ortheia Barnes - I never loved nobody / Waiting for Joey - Ex - Coral £35 Classic xover tune but don't forget the quality mid tempo Detroit tune on the flip YT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8snAHE1wPjk Carmen & Co - what would I do without you love - Mercury Ex+ £40 (crossover / modern big label rarity on JM's at 150 ) Bill Jacocks - You are the one - Maggio NM £15 (another two sider on JM's at 40) Mike and Bill - Somebody's gotta go - Moving Up VG++ £8 (few marks so downgraded but still a nice 45) Bernie Milton & Soul Patrol - 60/40 - Chatmon Ex+ £40 (classic crossover / modern - on JM at 100) The Pips - If I could bring back yesterday - Casablanca NM £10 (Tim Brown tip lists it at 30) Sins of Satan - Dance and free your mind - Buddah NM £20 (Need reactivation - on dealers at 40 very slight ring on label as with most brown Buddah's - major dealer recommending this on his list) Roger Troy - Don't put the blame on me baby - RCA DJ Ex+ £10 (small sticker mark on label - no damage - seen at 30 recently) Gas Light - I'm only a man - Grand Junction Ex+ £15 +-+-+- NORTHERN +-+-+-+ Shirelles - wait till I give the signal - Scepter (promo) NM £25 (all time classic on a promo - lovely) Andy Mack - Do you wanna go / Later than you think - Chess VG++ £20 SOLD (on dealers at 40 - 50 for this double sider) Cody Black - the night a star was born - Ram Brock Ex £25 (such a nice record and probably his rarest on this label) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0CoQWOJqfo Dynamics - I wanna know - Big Top WLP Ex+ £65 ( two XoL but half dealer price on this 2 sider) The Jaguars - The metropolitan - Alco VG £60 (sounds great booming out in a venue) label has a couple of watermarks (see scan) and vinyl has many hairlines but no scratches, gouges or surface noise. Plays well above the grade listed. On dealers at 250. Eddie Simpson - Got to keep on Believing - Mamie Ex+ £40 (on dealers at 150 !! ) Original Bluebelles - your just fooling yourself - Rainbow NM £30 SOLD (this is the Bracelets on 20Th Cent before they had to change names - rare original issue)

I've always used Vinyl Carvers who are quick and good quality https://vinylcarvers.com/ Andy

Why ? The point I was making is that on Popsike you can see the full range of prices. For example I was checking a price on a 45 recently where the dealer was asking 150. Popsike showed about 25 instances of Ebay auctions and prices varied from around 40 to 120, so I figured 150 was too much. I certainly wouldn't base any purchase on UK dealer auction prices. Discogs only gives you what's been on Discogs, and in most cases what I'm looking for is never on there (or very rarely) and never sold according to them, but I know its been for sale elsewhere. The main dealers are also on there so the pricing is still distorted in my view but its is actual prices paid. However come to think of it there was a thread on here some time ago about how Discogs pricing can be manipulated by various methods, so maybe not that accurate after all.

Prices are subjective and often highly variable. Popsike will give the full range of pricing and the average paid, so will Discogs. Don't base your prices on some cheque book Charlie stupidly bidding on dealer auctions at ridiculous prices just because they have to have the 45. You will soon be bankrupt.👍 Remember also that most dealers have to pay taxes and employ staff and this is accounted for in their pricing.

Bought mine as a new release on the recommendation of Rob Wigley who spun it at The Hollingwood in his set amongst the likes of Charles Johnson etc and it didn't seem out of place. It seems to have gone up and down over the years but I've had very good offers for mine in recent times.

Agreed internationality is a factor, but there has always been different scenes worldwide that have sought out different types of soul music. However it seems in recent years that everyone is chasing more or less the same 45's. Then of course you have records that appeal to different collectors e.g. one side soul the other funk, one side NS and one side sweet, and so on. So the 'pool' of 45's becomes smaller and harder to get. Having said that some of the prices are ridiculous, especially when you see the condition of some.

There are two types of charges at different values, Import Duty and VAT. As Chalks has already said the postage counts towards the actual import cost, so you can also blame the US postal service for doubling their rates a couple of years ago. If the customs flag it then the PO has to pay up and then collect from you and as Steve says its actually better for you that they do it otherwise it would cost a fortune in travel and expenses. Best policy is to ensure you only buy from US sellers who will declare a low value. I wont bid or buy on any listing where they state that actual costs will be declared on the package and I also try to avoid those who use the Ebay global shipping programme which seems to sting you for duties no matter what the value is.

Spent some happy hours there myself Mr P. Musically very open and forward thinking at the time and it was a shame to see it go. I vaguely remember trading some 45's with you and probably coming off worst😂. I also remember Rod D doing a spot or two, but all of the DJ's played some nice stuff. Memory for me was when Rod played 2001 Black Essence - 'Change in my life' after he just purchased it...a rather spiffing tune I thought at the time.

Somebody was after a Chappels in the 'wants' a short while ago.

Unfortunately Paul revisionism is part of the scene. It makes me laugh with threads on here about "who was the first to play XXX or YYY" as a) it doesn't really matter and b) 95% of the time credit goes to the wrong person. If folks want to do a bit of willy waving I'd just let them get on with it, as my old boss used to say "smile, say yes and think b******s". 😉 ATB

It is I believe. The vocal on 'The one...' sounds white in places, so it all seems to fit. Nice harmonies though.

Just putting up some bits for sale and hopefully some bargains for everyone. I'd consider a deal if ordering multiple 45's ! Usual Grading : NM: I don't use mint so this is the closest Ex : Nice disc with small signs of use VG: Some surface marks etc but no skips, jumps and maybe some light noise - still a nice disc G: Surface marks, some light scratches, bit of noise but no skips jumps etc, label may have issues but will describe. All sales come with 100% refund if not happy Post 1.50 first, 2.70 Recorded and 5.00 worldwide YT clips for ref only +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The Big Guys - Hang my head and cry - Warner Promo £20 (brill Xover) This disc looks G+ with worn label and some film on the styrene (which I can't get off) but it plays superb and well above grade. Currently 150 for a minter. Woody Carr and the Entertainers - Just another fool - Jerden Promo VG++ £15 ( blue eyed and an old cover up) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eg8dHI4cnXU Barbara Mason - Oh how it hurts / Aint got nobody - Arctic VG £10 ( small WoL - Bargain for a great Philly double sider) Maskman & Agents - The world is a cafeteria - Mask VG++ £15 ( First label for this nice mid tempo) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hp4kejFOKjM Blossoms - That's when the tears start - Reprise VG++ £25 (needs no introduction - classic) Derek Martin - You better go - Roulette WLP VG++/Ex- £10 ( good ender for the night) Eddie Simpson - Got to keep on believing - Mamie Ex+ £40 ( On dealer lists at 150 !! Bargain) Bernie Milton & Soul patrol - 60/40 - Chatmon Ex £40 ( on dealers at 100 - classic xover) Manhattans - Love is breaking out (all over) - Carnival NM £15 (Carnival stuff seems to be rising in price) Sins of Satan - Dance and free your mind - Buddah Ex+ £20 ( One major dealer tipping this recently) Cody Black - the night a star was born - Carla Ex £30 ( Brill Detroit) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0CoQWOJqfo Shirelles - Wait till I give the signal - Scepter Promo - Ex £25 ( great stuff their best) Orthea Barnes - I've never loved nobody / Waiting for Joey - Coral Ex £40 ( terrific double sider) Thanks for looking PM's for order or questions Andy

Just a few bits for today... NM: Don't use mint Ex : Nice 45 small signs of use (few hairlines etc) VG: still a nice record but clear signs of use ( NO pops, skips, jumps etc) + / - will refine a bit further Esquires - State Fair / You say - Bunky NM £10 ( always the forgotten one - State Fair for me !) The Orlons - Spinning Top - VG++ £15 (classic oldie) Cody Black - The night a Star was Born / Life goes on - Ram Brock Ex- £40 ( JM has this at 75, his rare one on the label) The Shirelles - Wait till I give the signal - Scepter DJ Ex £30 ( DJ copy - Really thick vinyl ) The Diplomats - I've got the Kind of love - Dynamo Ex £25 ( great mid tempo group tune ) Orthea Barnes - I never loved nobody / Waiting for Joey - £40 Coral Ex ( both sides a fab) Post 1.50 UK First, 2.70 recorded, 5.00 worldwide. Paypal as F&F please or add 4% if you wish PM with any questions or queries. ATB Andy

I don't know the CD version but I have a couple of copies left of the 45 in question. The vocal is not Curtis Mayfield alone as its more of a group effort. The backing vocals are paired back so the backing track is often more prominent. For example there is no 'my baby' on the intro. I have both versions and I think both have their own merits. If you want a copy just let me know. Once they are gone they are gone as they say. ATB Andy

Hi all For me one of the best Impressions tunes, and cracking crossover. Totally mint unplayed and in its 'birth sleeve' ..LOL !! A lovely promo copy for you !!!. The Impressions - Love me - Curtom promo M £20 Please see the information added below. I have never heard this version of it and its brill to my ears, better than the standard one usually seen. 'I can confirm it is totally different. The first thing you will notice is there's no vocals on the intro with the repeating "My Baby, My Baby". The vocal is more group than someone actually taking the lead and i think i can hear that soft Curtis vocal in there, deep voiced spoken parts and the bassline does seem prominent in this mix.' Paypal as F&F or add 4% please Postage 1.50 UK First, 2.70 Recorded and 5.00 std airmail worldwide. PM for order or questions Thanks 👍 Andy

Yes mate, they are yours. Sent you a PM with all the details. Andy

A bit over everything for this Friday. Some stuff reduced from last time and bargains as usual ! Grading (UK): NM: I don't use Mint Ex: Nice 45 only small signs of use VG: Still a nice 45 but may have some signs of wear but no skips, jumps etc and will be described in better detail Postage 1.50 UK First, 2.70 Recorded and 5.00 worldwide. Paypal as F&F or add 4% please. PM's to ask questions or reserve. ATB Andy +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ The Thirteenth Amendment - That's me without you - Whit WL Promo - Ex £80 YT : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P9Jcydetp Condition is Ex, with label in good nick just a slight bubble (my other copy has it also) and styrene looks bright and shiny with no visible marks. Ortheia Barnes - I never loved nobody / Waiting for Joey - Ex - Coral £40 Classic xover tune but don't forget the quality mid tempo Detroit tune on the flip YT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8snAHE1wPjk McKinley Mitchell - Party across the hall - Black Beauty Ex £50 YT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCpMWoAt9ww I like the ballad flip 'she's married already' but its an unusual tune Carmen & Co - what would I do without you love - Mercury Ex+ £40 ( big label rarity on JM's at 150 ) Bill Jacocks - You are the one - Maggio NM £15 (on JM's at 40) Mike and Bill - Somebody's gotta go - Moving Up VG++ £8 (few marks so downgraded but still a nice 45) Ferry Bros - Til Morning comes - Dawnsongs Ltd DJ Ex £25 (nice floating tune on lists at 75) Dynamics - I wanna know - Big Top WLP Ex+ £70 ( two XoL but half dealer price) The Blossoms - That's when the tears start / Good good lovin - Reprise Vg+ £30 ( just a few light marks on the styrene, nothing to frighten the horses, plays great no issues) Bernie Milton & Soul Patrol - 60/40 - Chatmon Ex+ £40 (classic - on JM at 100) The Pips - If I could bring back yesterday - Casablanca NM £10 (Tim Brown tip lists it at 30) Sins of Satan - Dance and free your mind - Buddah NM £20 (on dealers at 40 very slight ring on label as with most brown Buddah's - major dealer recommending this on his list) Roger Troy - Don't put the blame on me baby - RCA DJ Ex+ £10 (small sticker mark on label - no damage - seen at 30 recently) The Jaguars - The metropolitan - Alco VG £75 (sounds great booming out in a venue) label has a couple of watermarks (see scan) and vinyl has many hairlines but no scratches, gouges or surface noise. Plays well above the grade listed. On dealers at 250. Eddie Simpson - Got to keep on Believing - Mamie Ex+ £50 (on dealers at 150 )