Epic

I also like this - however towards the end of the tune he reverts to his "Godfather of Funk" mode which messes the record up slightly IMHO.

Never - but I've got a few records that go Snap, Crackle & Pop!!!!!

Spot on - there are far better records IMHO by Jazzanova (both as artists & mixers) - they do not have that "certain sound" which as you say people of a certain "persuasion" may enjoy. I am only bringing the tune to peoples attention - there like or dislike of it is up to them.

Jazzanova featuring Ben Wesbeech - "I Can See" https://video.universal-music.de/?vid=5317&g=corporate Think some people on here will like it.

Cheers - think that's it - anyone got a soundclip ?

Remember an old clip of Richard Searling on a TV programme (Granada) in the 80s talking about Norhern Soul - Stuart Cosgrove was interviewing him whilst looking through a box of rare records. There was a very rare record being played in the background it is a male vocal group sound & they sing someting about "being hot" - "the weathers always the same" - "my baby" I know it's a bit sketchy - but any ideas? Thanks

The Investigators - Pisces Sign of the Fish Dennis Coffey - Taurus Dennis Coffey - Scorpio Eddie Kendricks - Son Of Sagittarius Lillian Hales - The Signes Were Wrong Esther Phillips - Capricorn Princess (Album)

"Are You Ready............." became more popular at Wigan. Think "Were You Ready ...... "was far to "disco" for the Casino. Always preferred "Were You Ready........." - Warren Schatz production is superb - agreed, the strings are blinding. Great record - however even the thought of attempting to dance to it now gives me a hernia - wonderful memory though Steve.

Mike Terry, Richard Wylie & Norman Whitfield - those angels must be dancing to some fine tunes indeed. God bless Mr Terry - people with your talent pass this way only once.

In fairness some of Ian's comments have been inflammatory to say the least.

Ian has courted controversey all his life on the Northern Scene - I can't help thinking that he quite enjoys & revels in the infamy that surrounds him - he actually advertises the fact he is going to be controversial - so what has happened on this thread should be no surprise to anyone. If nothing else his latest DVD project has had huge free exposure which Ian should see as a result in his favour - I think it well definitely gain more sales after the discussions on here. Some of the comments from both Ian & his detractors at times have been unacceptable - so perhaps the closing of this thread would be a good thing in the long run.

Agreed - worth every penny spent on SWONS just to see the awesome Mel Britt.

Think we should rejoice that in the last 30 years a lot of our heroes have graced these shores - The Motown heavyweights- Womack - James Brown - Isaac Hayes - Vandross - Dells - a lot of the Philly stars etc etc. The chances of seeing these people again lessen as each year passes - I am just glad that I have had the opportunity to see some of them.

Thanks Ian - now give Tommy Hunt the reasons you didn't play it back in the day - I am sure he will understand.

A very weak answer Ian - your RESPECT for the artist should have overcome your feud with Russ if you genuinely liked the record you should have played it & not some playground tit for tat over Barbara Pennington stopping you from doing so. BTW Ian as I have side earlier - which you chose to ignore - I have supported you many times over the years when I think you are right - it does not mean I am a sycophant that agrees with everything you or anyone else on here has to say.

Don't remember you giving much creedence or support to his original version of "Loving On The Losing Side" back in 1975 - quite the opposite in fact.

If disagreeing with you or anybody else on this forum is seen as a lack of respect then I can do nothing about that - the whole cut & thrust of this - other forums - in fact life itself is nothing without debate & opinions - it's what seperates us from the beasts of the fields. I have stood your corner on many occasions - going as far back as the mid seventies with the whole Mecca/Wigan thing - to say I don't respect you Ian to say the least is harsh. Difference of opinion does not equal lack of respect.

Problem is Ian that everybody on here is a critic - you included - & you have to accept that we don't all like the same things - music included - it's part of what makes us what we are. Let's be honest if Motown were to bring a DVD of 200 performances could anybody say that they would enjoy every performance & song on it - of course not & the same goes for your DVD Ian. There are tunes on your DVD that I didn't like in their original form - you re-recording them is not going to change my opinion of them. I have not been on this thread very much after our disagreement about, should we say, your "recording techniques" - but have looked on it with interest. It has at times become a blatant sales pitch for your DVD - the likes of Kent, Golmine, Expansions, Hayley etc have never been afforded such a luxury & I feel the moderators have been more than lenient over some of your comments Ian. As I have said before the SWONS has a lot of merit to it - I just feel that perhaps a tad more humility on here Ian wouldn't go amiss - you might even get a few more people on your side.

David Morales presents the Face "Needin' U"

Bobby Womack thinks it's alright & most of Oscar Pery's albums have a C&W air about them - sorry Dave it sounds like I am defending it - you are right it is shite.

Oscar Perry - "I Got What You Need" & "Mainstring" - those two tunes remind me of The Highland Room more than any others - plus of course the wonderful, wonderful Mel Britt.

"Yesterday Has Gone" - Cupids Inspiration.

Mirwood - so much good stuff on that label. & 2 majors - Capitol & RCA

.....two weeks later .........................Pete Smith will fill in the blanks

Just to muddy the waters even further - if a record is only on a demo it can not possibly have had a legal issue - it is for demonstation purposes only & not for re-sale - ergo never had a legal issue - "oh bugger I've just opened that can of worms Mr.P.