Wally Francis

Levi Stubbs, does it for me, he always sang with so much emotion. Ask the Lonely being a favorite of mine.

So sad to hear this news, R.I.P , my condolences to Bill's family

Rest in peace & free from pain my auld mate, we had some laughs in the early years. Wally Tell Boasy I was asking after him, 2 good lads together again.

I remember Bob Armstrong had one for sale on here, he goes by soulie80.

Pat Brady has a copy up for auction at the moment...

Sad news, another legend passes over.

Just to answer a question, The guy was from Middlesbrough and he was immediately barred from the soul club in question and the clubs committee also barred him from the clubs premises. As for other clubs within the North -East area it's down to the promoters as to who they let in through thier doors, as we all know some promoters don't give a damn just as long as the place is getting body's in. (Cash is king to some)

My wife was on the dancefloor some months ago when a fight broke out behind her and she ended up recieving a blow to the face which resulted in a swollen nose and bruising to her eyes. I won't name the guy responsible but he is known for being a nuisance on the dancefloor when trying to dance (especially in the North -East), let's just say that revenge will be sweet. We have now stopped attending any venues within the North-East area due to my wife not wanting to see the idiot in question.

My Mother used to attend a club im Middlesbrough called The Outlook which was owned by the McCoy family, I remember my Mam telling me about her night's in there dancing to all the American Soul Music (her words ). I have some great pictures of my Mam from the early 60's wearing some fantastic oufits.

I'm looking for a copy of "Not the marrying kind" - Keni Lewis ??

I spoke with John Anderson some time ago with regards to the Satiron issue and he informed me that he actually pressed 500 copies, I managed to pick up 2 copies over the years but sadly sold both. Great tune though....

PM sent.

Pm sent........ Wally

Sad to see this, i know Ted had some great records. Please send me list Jeff.

In December 2011 Middlesbrough lost a very well known & respected Soul Boy & Scooter Lad called Paul Boase "Boasey" he tragically died aged 51 with a brain heamorrage, "Boasey" was a well known figure during the Wigan Casino & Cleethprpes days and we will be holding a memorial Northern Soul Night on Saturday 31st March @ The Erimus Club in Middlesbrough in memory of Paul & all proceeds from the night will be donated to his family. I'm asking if any Record Dealers, Promoters etc might consider donating something to the raffle that will take place on the night.We have already recieved very generous donations from Ady Croasdale, John Manship, Steve Plumb, Warrior Clothing etc. Please message me for address details. Wally Francis

I know the guy selling these tunes, (He has asked that i keep it to myself) he has guest dj'd for me in the past at various venues that i promoted and co-promoted in Middlesbrough and Newcastle. When i got told that he was selling up i tried to get to see them but he would'nt let me, as i was wanting to obviously just cherrypick my way through them but he wants them to go as a job lot, (and he considers me a friend as well) I know that he's kept approx 150 back as his personal favs if he ever wants to play them out again, (mainly classics) I do know that the guy used to regularly get the soulpacks from soulbowl every couple of weeks in the early 80's and to my knowledge i've never seen or heard of him selling any before.

I'm sorry to inform the site but TED WHITE (Newcastle) sadly passed away this afternoon in hospital. I would like to pass on my sincere condolences to all his family at this sad time. Ted it was a honour to be your friend, R.I.P mate xxx

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Trying to find a realistic value for this near mint 1981 Modern Soul Album it features the great Love Magic track on the A&M label.

Some interesting reading with regards to Motown's 50th Anniversary. https://detnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/99999999/ENT04/90107001&template=theme&theme=ENT-MOTOWN

LITTLE ROSE LITTLE - YOU'VE GOT THE LOVE - ROULETTE - M- £30, It's got a very good flip side as well.

One guy tried to charge me £18 postage for an album from the states. I just refused to pay.

Looking for the following 2 record's for a work mate out here, No stupid extortionate prices please. I also have the country's No1 soul detective on the case as well. 1. Southside Movement - Do it to me - 20th Century 2. Micheal Wycoff - Looking up to you - RCA Please answer via PM with price & postage costs.

How much