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    Soul obsessed since 2011. Started attending events to dance, but now find myself DJing too! Collector of rare soul 45s, acetates, and reel-to-reel tapes. 1/3 of MD Records Group & Room at The Top Soul Club.

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  1. Following up on this, Marlin McNicohols managed to get in touch with Cholly Bassoline last night for Me. He said the same thing: he doesn’t remember who “Jimmy Mack” was. He only shared what we already know, explaining that the name "Jimmy Mack" was an alias stage name. The name was took from the popularity of the Martha Reeves track at the time and was chosen for marketing purposes in hope to help sales. It’s likely that the recording artist’s real name has no connection to a “Jimmy” or “James” to make things even more difficult. What did catch my interest, though, is that The Debonaires provided the backing vocals on "My World Is On Fire", which was recorded at United Sound Studio during the summer of 1967, when the Detroit riots were also happening. I followed up with Elsie Gray to see if she remembered anything about the session. She confirmed that she remembers the recording well, but unfortunately, she doesn’t know the real identity of “Jimmy Mack” either. Cholly worked with a man named James Cheers around that time - who also recorded with Bobby Franklin at Pioneer Recording Studio (Late 60s) - but Elsie confirmed it wasn’t him—James was somebody who she knew well. She also added that the other backing singers on that session were Joyce Vincent and Dorothy Garland, and she’s now planning to ask them if they can provide any additional information. Sadly, so much time has passed and the key people involved - Mike Valvano and Marty Coleman - are no longer with us. I did manage to locate Marty Coleman’s sister to ask her about it on the off chance she might remember, though I doubt she knows anything specific about the song. Marty had some personal struggles later in life. I also reached out to Ian Levine, thinking he might know something since he worked with Mike Valvano on the Motorcity Project. However, he said the topic never came up when he met and worked with Mike. Like September Jones, it's another mystery.
  2. Is there a member of The Precisions still around who might remember the song from that era and share any details about it? Worth a shot...
  3. Manchester's Room at The Top returns in February 2025! We're pleased to announce our two guest DJs: Eddie Wainwright and our very own Ethan Howarth! Joining them are Aimee Turner and Jake Rusty Rigby. Plus, Connor White and Myself, all spinning an across-the-board mix of '60s/'70s Northern Soul, rarer underplayed gems, funk, and lesser-played Motown. Of course... all from original vinyl. Expect a dimly lit wooden dance floor, an incredible sound system, limited seating, and a sweat-soaked atmosphere. Ticket link coming soon!
  4. BACK FOR RATT #7 For those who haven’t yet experienced the buzz, we’re nestled in Manchester’s Northern Quarter at AATMA—a raw, unpolished venue with an authentic old-school underground vibe. Inspired by the gritty, dimly lit clubs of the '60s and '70s, AATMA features minimal seating, low lighting, and a scorching-hot atmosphere! Expect a blend of classic Northern Soul, rare and underplayed tracks from the '60s and '70s, along with some exclusive, previously unreleased gems! All strictly played on original vinyl. GUEST DJs: EDDIE WAINWRIGHT & ETHAN HOWARTH RESIDENT DJs: JORDAN WILSON & CONNOR WHITE TICKETS COMING SOON! Location: 14-16 Faraday St, Manchester M1 1BE (Just behind the Hula Bar & Peer Hat. Look out for our signage to guide you.) Parking: Port Street Central Car Park 75 Port St, Manchester M1 2EG (Only a 5-minute walk to the venue.)
  5. I just spoke with Cholly's friend again. She's planning to give him a call about this thread to see if he can do any further asking around. Wasn't it previously suggested that it might possibly be 'Jimmy Soul Clark'?
  6. A few years ago, while working with MD Records and conducting Pioneer Studio research, I made a serious effort to delve into "Jimmy Mack" and "In The Pocket Music." The "In The Pocket" team, comprising Mike Valvano, Marty Coleman, and Cholly Bassoline, who frequently used Pioneer Studio for their demos, and Mike Valvano would use their piano. Of this songwriting trio, only Cholly Bassoline is still alive. He later became the manager of Parliament-Funkadelic, though he maintains a low profile and is only occasionally active on Facebook. I managed to get in touch with a female friend of his who worked with him in 2021 at a furniture store in Phillipsburg, NJ. (Yes, he’s still working!) She kindly passed along some messages to Cholly, but unfortunately, he wasn’t able to shed any light on Jimmy Mack’s real identity. Cholly did share some insights about his late colleagues. He said how Marty Coleman tragically died after being hit by a car on Woodward Avenue in Detroit, and how Mike Valvano passed away from a heart attack. He also mentioned that the Palmer Label was owned by Arc-Jay Kay Record Distributors, which was run by John Kaplan. According to his friend, Cholly now lives "under the radar" and doesn’t have much more to share on the subject, nor does he remember the real identity of "Jimmy Mack"...
  7. FOR SALE Rare Detroit 45! The Sharp-Ettes - Keep Looking (But I'll Guess I'll Never Find Him) / Instrumental Version Sought-after Detroit rarity! The vinyl has some visual marks, but it plays great. Sound files and more photographs are available upon request. Price: £225 Includes 1st Class Signed For Postage. Message me if interested!
  8. Alright, time to get back to reality and get my head back into the soul scene! We're gearing up to take it to the next level, welcoming Sean Chapman and Ethan McDermott to The Room at The Top Soul Club on Saturday 16th November. Joining them, we’ve got Ollie Lambert and Jake Robson spinning on the decks, plus your resident DJs, myself and Connor White! Expect original vinyl and dancing all the way through until 4 AM – it's going to be a scorcher! Tickets are limited, with fewer than 80 remaining. See you back at RATT! Grab your tickets here - www.skiddle.com/whats-on/Manchester/Aatma/Room-at-the-Top-Soul-Club/40040017/
  9. For sale: Harvey Scales & The Seven Sounds - Too Good To Be True - Ex- Condition £70.00 The Soul Bandits - Be Good - Groove - Ex £100 Paul Sinbad - I’m Up Tight - Hype - Ex- £55.00 Both 45s in lovely condition! PayPal F&F or Bank Transfer. Im not always logged onto soul-source, so please email me at: jordanwilson2k8@hotmail.co.uk
  10. Thanks Paul! So glad you enjoyed it
  11. Amazing!! so happy to see this all coming together for you Kitch.
  12. Just a quick update—the all-dayer at Billington's will now be kicking off at 4 PM. Please plan to arrive after 4 PM, as other events will be taking place in the ballroom earlier as part of Oldham's Nostalgia Festival. Looking forward to seeing you there!
  13. Morning everyone, For those who were asking about parking at Billingtons Ballroom during yesterday’s all-dayer in Wigan: Option 1: There's a car park right next door that's open all day and night, but only has a maximum stay of 4 hours. The cost is £2.90 for the full four hours, and you can pay by cash or contactless card. Option 2: If you're planning to stay longer, for the duration of the day - there's another option at 26 Queen St, Oldham, OL1 1RD. Parking there costs £3.00 for 5 hours or £4.50 for up to 12 hours, and it’s open 24 hours. This car park is just a 4-minute walk away, and also accepts cash and contactless payments.
  14. The Manchester Room at The Top DJs - Oliver Lambert, Connor White, and Jordan Wilson - are taking over Billington’s Ballroom in Oldham for the day on Saturday 28th September as part of the Oldham Nostalgia Festival 2024. Starting at 3pm, join us for a FREE session featuring an all-day mix of Northern Soul, Rare Soul, and Motown, running until 10pm. Set in the beautiful Billington’s Ballroom, the venue boasts a historic 100-year-old sprung dance floor. This iconic building has been a central part of Oldham since 1934, hosting dancers for over 82 years! The Room at The Top DJs will be spinning original vinyl throughout the day! Parking: Pay-and-display car park directly next door (£2.90 for 4 hours), with additional parking options nearby. Address: Billington’s Ballroom, 3 Ascroft St, Oldham OL1 1HY


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