Eddie Hubbard

I've always found Tim pretty articulate and knowledgeable on all types of Soul , used to really enjoy his guest spots on Richard's Jazz FM shows .However , these spats with Sam and whoever else are starting to grind a bit , would rather read about more records to be honest .Anyway anyone heard that Mark Hughes song dedicated to John Terry " Come sign with me " LOL .....Best,Eddie

My head says - Linda Jones , my heart says - Bettye Swann , very hard to choose ......Best,Eddie

I'm the one who loves you on ABC ,not sure of value , but it's a classic .Best,Eddie

Hi Martyn , I payed £50 on ebay for mine , wanted it for " Count to ten " on the flip .Not sure which version of " If you go " I've got , must dig it out !! Best,Eddie

The vocal [ on the other side of the Satiron release of I belong to you ], is brilliant as well Paul .Best,Eddie

I got the ' 45 of Mr Blindman from a car boot a while back , excellent track .Best,Eddie

If you get the demo you get both versions .Best,Eddie

If you buy the issue , that'll give you nearly £90 towards a Sam Dees , wouldn't be too much more than that , I wouldn't have thought.If you get an issue or a UK Atlantic of Sam , the flip side is very good as well .Best,Eddie

The demo is pretty rare , the issue is quite easy £10- £12 , they are both originals , people may go wow !! if they see the demo in your box , but buy what you can afford IMO .Best,Eddie

Hello Linda , a demo copy is the copy that was send to radio ,DJ's etc , to promote the record before release .They are usually the same recording , but often have the same song both sides , sometimes in mono and stereo .They are very often white coloured labels , but not always .Sometimes if you stick out for the issued copy , you get a good B side as well .Pressings are bootlegs under a different name , you need a guide to know which records are bootleg/ pressings as some are vey similar to the original , Popcorn Wylie " Rosemary " for instance on Karen white demo .Reissue is another term , these are often UK issues of big Northern sounds , issued due to demand , often in the 70's . Acetate is another useful term , these are like a first test pressing or an unissued side , but because they are cut rather than pressed in the usuel way , they often wear out quickly .Right hope that helps a bit ......Best,Eddie

Wonderful record ......

Hi Linda good luck in your quest , if you're going to DJ then you'll probably need original vinyl in most cases , not saying this is right or wrong , just a fact .Buy what you enjoy yourself , only what you can afford , try and get a good mix of cheaper but great sides , mixed in with the harder to find sides . It will take years and you'll never get everything , but thats part of the magic I think .Try and listen to some collectors tapes /CD's of lesser known things and buy those as they often go up in value .And if you DJ just be your own person with your own identity .Good luck !! Best,Eddie

This is my personal record list story , having bought and sold Northern Soul since '72 without a break , these are some of my biggest influences : Tami Lynn - I'm gonna run away San Remo Strings - Festival time Velvelettes - These things [ listened to these during lunch times at school aged 14 , didn't even realise they were Northern Soul at the time ] Williams and Watson - Too late Jerry Williams - If you ask me Garnet Mimms - Looking for you [ Torch , early Mecca , Cats, early Wigan ] Candi Staton - Now you got the upper hand Mel Britt - She'll come running back Jo Armstead - I got the vibes [ The Mecca influence seeping into Wigan and Cleethorpes playlists ] Vicki Baines - Country girl Mr Soul - What happened to yesterday Little Ann - What should I do [ mid to late Wigan , Richard S. flying the flag with some great newies ] Bobby Hutton - Come See Originals - Suspicion [ Wigan closed , Stafford and 100 Club keeping things going with some great slower pace sides and the unissued Motown sides , new top DJ's like Keb , Dave Withers and Guy showing the old guard a thing or two .Great venues in Scotland too . Maxine Brown - It's Torture Moments - Baby I want you [ 100 Club influence on these sides ] Willie Pickett - On the stage of life [ The crossover sides start to take off ] Parliaments - This is my rainy day Margaret Little - Love finds a way [ Up to today , showing that good 60's can still be found ] Mixed Feelings - Sha La La [ The current invogue sound of funky Soul ] Hope you enjoy my choices , great thread Ritchie .Best ,Eddie

I thought this was an interesting interview , a real pioneer of the early Soul scene .Thanks for the link ,Best,Eddie

Great record, I'll be spinning this at Banbury tonight for sure .Best ,Eddie

I found a copy on Major Minor at a car boot the other week , practically mint as well , I really like it as well .Best,Eddie

Thanks for the extra info. Phil ,Best,Eddie

Thanks for the info Martyn , I thought it was a Tim Brown job , and it did come out on Goldsoul as a '45 as well .Flip side is quite nice as well .Best,Eddie

Are these legal , why did they change the name as it's obviously Johnnie Taylor , where's it emulate from , Golden World ? So many questions ...........Best,Eddie

Brice Coefield - Ain't that right [Omen ] or Sandy Wynns - I'll give that to you [simco ] .Best,Eddie

Yes the Sunflower lounge is on [ check events ] should be a brilliant night .Best,Eddie

Yes, my wife is going with Tabs , so I'll ask her opinion as well , and post it up here , bet there's a M J tribute ..........Best,Eddie

Roy Hamilton - Heartache [ hurry on by ] an ultimate beat ballad .Best,Eddie

Great club Harpo , I was going out with a girl from Tipton at the time , we used to bring a car load up from Banbury on Tues . night still wrecked after Wigan . Remember seeing Richard Searling on there at an all dayer Wakefield Sun " Tripped on love " was his No 1 sound c/u .Bought a Gamble issue of Frankie Beverly for £25 off Clive Jones [ seemed like a fortune at the time , probably half a week's wage at the time ] .Great memories , double decked with Tabs from Banbury , and we stayed over at Neil Rushton's after a nighter at Derby Tiffs [ he slepted , we looked through his records !! ] Best,Eddie

I love Billy Stewarts unique vocal style so his is the winning version for me.Best,Eddie