Chalky

I agree Bob that is why I suggest Conrad looks at the following topic....... some excellent suggestions on the topic that will get him on his way to a decent collection of originals.

I certainly wouldn't buy one of these Big Up North discs and yes I would say Kent and Grapevine more desirable, especially for something like the Edward Hamilton (and others on the label) as it was the first legit UK release. Other labels such as Hit and Run for discs like the Tommy And The Derbys as well. If you have a list of records you wish to own maybe post a list and you will get the advice that is probably best when buying re-issues etc. Bootlegs and re-issues are a minefield better to be sure you are getting the best for your money rather than dive in. I don't think Price Guide 5 has labels like Kent and Grapevine as the are UK labels whereas the Guide is for US labels.

acetate only according to Don't Forget The Motor City

Not at the moment Vince, refosoul is offline for the time being. I'm good thanks, knackered after 100 Club mind.

https://soundcloud.com/ that was used the other day, presume you have to upload it to the sound cloud site then get the link to share, bit like youtube I guess.

I can understand some wanting Ex in there but why Ex-? It is either Ex or it isn't, if not it drops too the next lower grade. I don't see the need for visual and play grades unless there is some deterioration in the sound then it should be mentioned, along with any other information, edge warp NAP, sol etc. Too many grades simply complicates the system. At the end of the day sellers are abusing the grades with vg+++++++, Ex+, Ex- and so on to get more money out of buyers.

I don't dance too often these days, not above dancing to anyone either, two dodgy knees doesn't help.

you have to admit though Dave some of the grades used are a joke, not just on here but lists, ebay or wherever a record is sold. I mean what the f*ck is vg+++++++++ or M--------- or Ex++++++++++. Half the gradings used don't exist except in the sellers mind.

Cheers Girth, I've bought that one of your mates, just waiting for a reply off him for paypal, postage etc. And cheers John, hopefully you have a spare, give us a shout with a price if you have

what is the original release, seen about a dozen labels from all over? UK Malaco, Canadioan Celsius, Ariola, Wea.......

dunno, think the one I saw was US, the others European

Loads on Discogs on Land Of Hits with the edit on the flip, couple of Lasso re-issues too but not this one.

there has been one on ebay for ages but he won't ship to the UK...mailed him twice but no reply. Couple of others from the UK on there too but not on Wea.

If in doubt ask Conrad, in fact I'd ask anyway. The Edward Hamilton you bought, you would probably have been advised to get the UK Grapevine re-issue, not too expensive and more desirable than the Outta Sight release, more chance of moving on too at at more or less what you bought it for if you ever get the original. You do seem to have already got the impression though that a box of originals will cost you a fortune, truth is far from it, check out the top three cheap records link I posted, make a note of some then go through youtube, you will be surprised at the quality. As said also go for your Kent, grapevine re-issues first. But most importantly as said, do what you want, as long as you are happy then that is all that matters. Another option is LP's, Garland green's LP will set you back about £20 but has all his big Northern spins plus more goodies besides. Same with other LPs, you get more for your money.

Jesse Henderson - I Did It Again b/w My Kind Of Girl - Lasso LH-616 First issue of this one please. and Summer Breeze wanted 12 inch on Wea (think that is the first issue US) stand to be corrected. No daft prices No Gemm links either, been there already. TIA

who did the big up north disc? looks like an out and out boot to me? The Kent catalogue is well worth a look if you want reissues, also the Grapevine stuff. Steve Plumb has plenty of it, Roger Banks as well, Pete Smith might help you out too. If you do really get the bug then some of the stuff like the big up north disc might prove difficult to move on if you wan to progress from boots and re-issues to originals. Welcome to the world of record collecting and an empty wallet.

Not mine, that will be the re-issue/2nd issue Chalky. Lifeline is what I'm involved with. You will be more than welcome to come along and leave when you have had enough, there is even comfy chairs upstairs for a snooze.

me too

Check out this link for some superb recommendations oaf records that won't break the bank..... As said you don't have to spend a fortune to have a good record collection full of originals. If you are considering buying boots, it might work out cheaper to get an acetate cut at Timmion with two sides of your choice, about 30 Euros. Lastly there is plenty of advice out there, don;t be afraid to ask, sure you get some smart arse with some clever answer but most are more than willing to help and offer advice.

Mick, plenty of dealers who are reasonable about. Search ebay if you know what you want, many cheap stuff goes unsold. Check out this topic....some fantastic recommendations for cheap vinyl whilst still sticking to the original ethos of the scene....

For anyone wanting original records and not wanting to spend ridiculous amounts on each 45, there is a great topic in all about the soul called Cheap as chips (I think) where every record recommended is under £50. That is the best place to start looking. You don't have to resort to boots snd reissues for a decent cheap collection.

You can't go wrong with Detroit stuff, Ric Tic, Golden World and countless others. Many many of them starting at around a tenner.

Maybe someone involved in the production? Tommy Rodgers a New York 45.

It's a great record and the acetate version is even better IMO.

could be then, I've heard him play it out lately. Butch played it a couple of times this year at Lifeline too, great record.