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Saw a poster in Tenerife a few days ago, advertising a 'Blues and Soul Magazine' 2007 Summer concert in colaboration with the south side hip hop shop, and various djs etc. It must have been an unexpected bankruptcy. Ed

Sorry, just experimenting with adding a photo to a topic. (3rd from left Tenerife, April 07, SITS. being interviewed by that Mary bird from BBC Stoke.)

www.soul-source.co.uk - A way of life then?? You must be a WAG, a lottery winner, an assylum seeker, or a Northern Soul promoter/record dealer. Ed

Did you get the record cheap, coz it has WOL? It would be amazing if it was a signature of one of the group, as looking at the price of an original 'AYA' there must only be a dozen in circulation. Ed

Im pretty much of a '9 while 5' browser, whilst at work between tasks. Usually quiet at this time with only a couple of other soul sourcers on line. What times your time??? Ed

Quality response. Only ever wrote down the lyrics once, from listening over and over to a tune, and that was 'Find a quiet place' - MD. Not sure why, but I loved it when it started getting plays, yonks back. Ed

Its a pity it cant 'go on tour'. First heard Frankie Beverley - because of my heart, from one of the LPs. Some great stuff back then, that even after 6 years of all nighters, I had never heard before. YVONNE VERNEE - just remembered that as well............ great days. Ed

What about 'A lovers Concerto' !!!!!!!!!! Toys. Catchy 'hand bag' tune, but whats the girl saying? I would hate to have to write the lyrics out or sing it on the Karaoke. Ed

He is also (TC) incredible live, but when you listen to his albumns, the lyrics are often weird compared to most singer songwriters. His voice carries it across though. Ed

Read the book 'troubled man' about Marvin Gaye RIP, he was a decent boxer and all round sportsman as a youngster. Also 'Ralph' as featured in the 8th Avenue Bands, Whole thing, was the USA pie eating champion..... Ed

Saw some Ringspan gear (jackets, tshirts etc) in a TK Max type shop next to ground zero last August that were covered in Northern Soul patches. If the extra large would have fitted I might have got some, but there are tight fitting you know. Ed

I had stated on another post that its only a few months ago I heard Ann Robinson's vocal to Bird Walking, World of happiness, and was really into it. Also just heard another vocal to Clarance Carters If it dont fit dont force it, for the first time, but not sure artist, title, label etc (although its on DJ Honkey freebie CD). Still its nice to still get a buzz from 'newies' or at least newies to me. Ed

As an add on to record shops, is there any regular Florida soul nights, especially in SARASOTA area? Ed

Are you trying to cause an argument??? If its taken with a pinch of salt, the banter is funny, but any open forum has the danger of spilling over. Its been said on here many times about using this media to get over your frustrations instead of dealing with it face to face. Cyber violence, its here to stay im afraid. Ed

Dont know who Paul Macdonald (Metcalf) is, but you can bet if he is new to event DJing, he would try and play some different stuff to the top 500. Its a shame if he did not get things right, but maybe you should have made a few requests to get at least some stuff you like played. As far as promoters are concerned, the majority would be strung up if they started to dictate play lists I think. In summary, maybe you should offer your services at the next all nighter to moderate what records are played and at least that way everything will be perfect. Ed

Was this taken when Sam was on the back of the boat in the Hawai Five O series intro, playing the Ventures to the CREW?? Book em Danno............................... Ed

I thought Ian Levine was concentrating on music production? He must read this forum then to form an opinion. It must be terrible to crave fame and acceptance only to find that its replaced by ridicule and rejection. A bit like a Soap Star who gets written out of the show because they thought they were bigger than they were. Ed

Considering most 'modern' tracks are at least 20 years old, its hardly a factual impact badge and who says suck anymore? 90s USA brat speak I think. At least when the 'Levine must die' badges were around they were describing a real time issue, if not a bit over reactive. Ed

Used to buy blind from Soul Bowl lists in the 70s as I was starting out. Best records out of the bunch (none were bad) Four Sonics - If it wasnt for my baby, Joe Murphy - Its a weakness. Great value in the £1 section. Even better, the soul packs were at least 30% full of decent records. Ed

Just listening now. Wow KWALITEE or what. Thanks, its made my day, week, month, and year. Hope to return the favour. New Yak deffo got the finger on the button. Ed

The Four Tops: It's All In The Game / Love Is The Answer TMG 736 - May 1970 Marv Johnson: I'm So Glad You Chose Me / I'm Not A Plaything TMG 737 - May 1970 The Jackson Five: A B C / The Young Folks TMG 738 - May 1970 Kiki Dee: The Day Will Come Between Sunday And Monday / My Whole World Ended (The Moment You Left Me) TMG 739 - May 1970 Jimmy Ruffin: I'll Say Forever My Love / Everybody Needs Love TMG 740 - May 1970 Dont know the exact date of release but these are the motown single that month. Ed

I bet you like House of pain - Jump around, you weirdo record lover you..... Ed

Scratchy is indeed a crazy record, and even though its an 'early classic' how the hell did it ended up getting played? Cats Eyes - Life, another weirdo tune. Once had a record called 'big limas' by the Cobra Kings on Black Gold, and also 'Soul Kiss' by Dizzie Gillespie on Perception. Always thought these were border line for playing at a nighter if stuff like Scratchy got accepted. Ed

If I was (still) a kid, I could dance to that...... Ed

Triumphs - Coming to your rescue - Okeh Sorts the men out from the boys on the dance floor. I think I was the former once, but with my glass back, I know I am the latter now....................... Actually the list would be very long if all qualifying records got listed, thats why Ive just named my fave of this ilk. Ed