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Cheers Mike! There was so much to say, but so little time...

Elise Baker of The Debonaires mentioned that they overdubbed their backing vocals on Jimmy Mack – My World Is On Fire! Unfortunately, they never met "Jimmy Mack"—whoever he is—but they did record their vocals separately.

Here’s another interesting one… Before "The Tomangoes" were taken to United Sound by Gino Washington to record I Really Love You for Washpan, they were originally signed to Pioneer Recording Studio— this is where they met Gino. The group initially included more members than just Dusty Claude Williams. During their time at Pioneer, they recorded You've Been Gone Too Long and Love's Got a Hold on Me, with backing vocals from The Gambrells. Unfortunately, Pioneer struggled to manage its growing roster of artists, and those early recordings were later re-recorded—and reworked—at United Sound, this time with Gino Washington at the controls and Dusty Claude Williams on lead. However, the original Pioneer sessions remained in the vaults until they were eventually released by MD Records in the UK. "Loves Got A Hold On Me" became "I Really Love You" - and the group originally had the Gambrells backing.

When I spoke with Ekundayo Paris of Paris – Sleepless Nights, he told me that Brenda Holloway, Patrice Holloway, and Sandy Wyns all provided backing vocals during the recording of Sleepless Nights at Gold Star Studios. He also mentioned an interesting fact: he co-wrote Rock DJ for Robbie Williams. Ekundayo along with his brother, were both staff songwriters at Motown under the name The Paris Brothers.

Accepting offers on this… Contessa – “Breakaway” (Las Bar) Incredibly rare Clyde King cover-up for Gary Spencer and John Parker. Record plays VG+, with visible surface marks that do not affect playback. Full sound files available prior to sale.

Carlton Jumel Smith & Chris Farlow sold.

FOR SALE – SOUL 7”s Originals, reissues, promos & test presses. DM me to purchase. Payments via PayPal or Bank Transfer ⸻ 1. Brewster Crew – I’m One Who Know Lifeline Records | VG+ | £60 70s Detroit soul. 2. Harvey Scales & The Seven Sounds – (It’s Too Good) Too Good To Be True Magic Touch | EX | £75 Driving vocal soul – penned by H. Scales & L. LaCour. 3. Jo Ann Hamilton – September Fingier Records (White Label Test Press) | NM | £25 4. Ann Byres – I’m Not Gonna Cry (Goldmine Soul Supply Test Press) No. 2004 A | NM | £25 5. Carlton Jumel Smith – This Is What Love Looks Like! Timmion Records | NM | £10 Contemporary Northern gem. 6. Milton Wright – I Belong To You Grapevine (RCA) | NM | £25 Originally unreleased. 7. Sam & Kitty – Your Money – My Love 4 Brothers | VG+ | £75 Northern Soul classic dancer 8. Chris Farlowe – Out of Time MGM | VG | £10 Mod/Northern crossover. Penned by Jagger/Richards. 9. The 5th Dimension – Too Poor To Die Soul City | VG | £12 Stomping soul with rich harmonies. 10. Soul Bandits – Be Good Right-On Records (Promo) | EX | £70 Rare dancer 11. The Show Stoppers – How Easy Your Heart Forgets Me Heritage | VG | £5 12. Betty J. Williams – Comin’ to Getcha! Riker Records (Advance DJ Promo – 04/10) | NM | £30 (Now sold out) one of 10 made.

Apologies, Julian—I couldn’t remember where I’d lifted it from! Full credit to you, and hope you’re well!

I’ve always found Simon incredibly interesting! A few years ago, I did some research on him and exchanged a few emails… Unfortunately, he wasn’t too keen on discussing the Northern Soul scene. That’s why I’m really looking forward to the Charly interview. In the meantime, here are a few photos I’ve come across here and there.

For Sale: William Bell – Don’t Stop Now (Stax) – £100 The Brewster Crew – Outta My Life (Lifeline) – £75 Harvey Scales – Too Good To Be True – £70 The Soul Bandits - Be Good - £70 Rain - Out of My Mind - London (Canadian) £40 Timmie & The Empires - Got No Time (Test Press) - £20 All play beautifully. Payment: PayPal F&F or Bank Transfer Postage: £4 (1st Class Signed For)

For Sale: William Bell – Don’t Stop Now (Stax) – £100 The Brewster Crew – Outta My Life (Lifeline) – £75 Harvey Scales – Too Good To Be True – £70 Soul Bandits - Be Good - Groove - £75 All play beautifully. Payment: PayPal F&F or Bank Transfer Postage: £4 (1st Class Signed For)

Huge thanks for the mention mate! Yes, definitely come along to our Room at The Top event in Manchester—I'm sure you'll love it! You can find us here, as well as on Instagram and Facebook. Our next event is now set for June. We had a bit of a mix-up with the April date, but we’ve updated the Soul Source event page.