Tomangoes

Just watching the funeral ceremony on TV. Very Sad indeed. Being famous can be a burden for sure. Expectation is relentless. Peace at last for a true Angel. RIP. Ed

Dont Pity Me - Joannie Summers

CB and THE PATH was so unique back then, RIP RD, Ed

Sorry, but Tim Tam is one record too far to admit liking, even a little bit. It caused more harm than good and along with the others like it, helped kill the scene as I had known it. Of course that's only my opinion.................. Ed

In the style of 'Life of Brian' what did Ian Levine do for 'Northern Soul' It could be argued more than most, but also damaged it more than most. One thing is for sure, he is probably recognised as an 'icon' of Northern Soul, more than any other individual. However the real stars are the records and he was very fortunate to have had the privelage of finding so many that are now part of the 'Holy Grail' I think in more recent years when these artists and writers and producers have been tracked down and been informed of the 'impact' these records have had on this scene, that's more where adulation should be directed. Ed

Minnie Ripperton - loving you Even better because it was a commercial success, as it spread the word of how soul can get right under your skin. Purely for voice alone, Linda Jones, as mentioned several times, has to be the best example of a soulful singer. Sad to think none of these two ladies are here to accept to applause. Ed

In another thread, I asked Lorraine Chandler if she performed I cant change, I cant hold on etc live in the USA when they were released. Lorraine said yes! so obviously some folks had exposure to some 'northern' tracks. Its been reported that Pittsburgh had plenty of R & B clubs that played uptempo black dance tracks, so as previously commented on, there was a certain demand locally. If you have ever been to the USA you will know that the distances between major cities is hundreds of miles, so unlike the UK, it would have been impossible for a scene to develop as we had. Radio was not national, so small labels would have struggled to get national exposure. Ed

Going back through some old mags the other day got me thinking of various venues over the years and ONE record that instantly made the memories flood back. I found its not always the 'best' record that came first!) Starting off: Baileys Doncaster - Five and a penny - you dont know where your interest lies Brickyard Mexboro - Al Kent - The way youve been acting lately Assembly rooms Rotherham - Jeanette White - Music Windmill Rotherham - Jody Mathis - Dont you care anymore Cleethorpes Winter Gardens - Rain - Out of my mind Wakefield Trinity Hall - Seventh Wonder - Captain of my ship Green Dragon Thurcroft - Bobby Womack - Home is where the heart is Soul in the sun Tenerife - Sam the sham - Wully Bully Over to you.........

Once saw a dude asking Soul Sam to play a cover up at Snaith. It was Watts Line - Never stop Loving me - Bullet. Obviously when it was identified in about 3 seconds, said dude left the venue feeling slightly mift his big discovery was in fact a soul pack special! Ed

Remember SEXY REXY having a big sign at Millmoor Football Ground. Think it was at the Railway end in the right hand corner. Of course, I had no idea what it was at the time! Ed

James Bynum - Love Music (Cover up from Poke) Only heard this at the Wintergardens Cleethorpes. Ed

It used to OK at Manhattens bar in Tenerife, until it closed Then there was the Motown Diner, also in Tenerife until it closed So many bars are struggling, it would be a brave owner who relied only on a 'soul crowd'. However, if you are near me wherever I go on holiday, for sure you will get some soul music from my ipod which I share with everybody around, even if they dont want to hear it Keep the faith, and play it loud! Ed

Just got the Tim Brown book which as expected is brilliant for record history, and overall is a great read. I guess no one book covers everything, but as I'm only a 'young un' (50!) and only tagged along in 1975, I suppose the ideal book would be written by someone maybe on the scene around 1970 who watched and experienced the whole event. Even then, they would have to appreciate the dress codes, dance styles, rare record scene, stimulents etc, and a whole host of other topics. Not sure if any one person has all that personal knowledge. So I guess there no definitve guide in one book so far, but with 5 or 6 mentioned here, the whole story is there. By the way, TSWONS DVD, is probably a better guide as several 'early birds' get the chance to describe how things were. Ed

This was the point exactly. Records which seemed to be massive for a few weeks then disappeard as opposed to the evergreens that get revived quite often. Frankie Love Man Crocker would be an evergreen, Mack Simmons would be a 'forotten oldie'. Of course they are not really 'forgotten', just maybe ready for more exposure so we avoid the 'constant 600' so to speak. Soul Sauce absolutely packed the floor at the KGB Sheffield, Black Soul at Cleethorpes etc etc, and a few mentioned on here about Wigan. I was looking for others to mention other tunes they felt the same way about, perhaps records they liked but look like they faded away! Ed

Some tunes, back in the day, used to be massive, then over and done with very quickly and seem to get lost forever. A few examples: Cal Tjader - Soul Sauce Black Soul Music - Black Soul Mack Simmons - Turning Point Attractions - Mammas Baby Cant say I've heard any of these at a soul night in 30 years. Any others deserve a mention? Ed

Heard someone got an original Frank Wilson signed............................... Maybe not always the best choice!! A personal warped copy stands out m o r e. Had a dance with Beverley Ann, much better than a autograph! Ed

Its not a bad tune................................pity someone broke the 78 it was on.............. Ed

Supply and Demand? or Greed and Arrogance? The strongest will survive, as always. Ed

I wonder if Chris knows he had a 'big hit' on the Northern scene back in the 70s.? Ed

Not sure but I read he was a very influential guy on the music scene back in the day, more than he was a singer, so quite possibly.

They are probably the most respected promoters from yesteryear, thats for sure! Always had a smile for the punters and created some great memories. Anybody know the Queen? Maybe the Chapmans can be nominated for an OBE for services to youth culture!!

In terms of Pure Northern Soul, as opposed to 60ts or general soul, the more obscure artists would creep in such as Billy Arnell or The Burning Bush. As for a type or sound, the backing track in My Little Girl and Get it Baby are great examples.

In terms of Pure Northern Soul, as opposed to 60ts or general soul, the more obscure artists would creep in such as Billy Arnell or The Burning Bush. As for a type or sound, the backing track in My Little Girl and Get it Baby are great examples.

I think more 'soulish type' nights are about now that ever, and the age group wider than ever. Tolerence is key. Like at weddings etc, sometimes you have to put up with queen of fools to get to just a little misunderstanding! I remember buying black echoes for years, casting aside 80% of this reggae and disco shit articles, just so I could read about 'my soul' music. No doubt just as many readers cast aside the 'Northern Page'!! If anybody remembers the 'good old days' just think about the absolute rubbish that went with it from Spencer Davis Wombat Travis Wammack David and the Giants Mike Mcdonald through to todays 'inclusions'. Its a great big melting pot (another black echoes term) so just go with the flow, get out there, mix, debate, argue, dance, and enjoy the company. Ed

And the rest..................... Best and rarest original Keks, shirt, coit, shoes.............dance, it was all about being the top of the pile and that included shit rare records. Its an elitist scene. The DJs had the crowd in the palm of their hands when playing records only they had. Who would not get off on that kind of oneupmanship? Of course it gets out of hand, and just because theres only one known copy of Tim Tam on Swedish Palmer does not make it a great record, but on the other hand who would not like an Eddie Parker/Tomangoes/Gwen Owens in the box? Why do you think the debate goes on and on about playing cd/mp3 tracks instead of original vinyl? Nobody wants what everybody can have!! Rariety is a VIRTUE. Ed