Steve S 60

Never thought I'd ever say this, but the Artistics' version is the worst of the three in my opinion. Far too syrupy with the vocals. Prefer the Three Shades of Soul for the vocals and arrangement. Having said that, it's not one I'd want to hear played out.

Bobby Garrett - I Can't Get Away "Just like Pagliaccio the clown Sometimes I'm up, sometimes down."

Gladys is still a brilliant performer. She has really looked after herself and the voice is still fantastic. Her two female backing singers were tremendous, as was the male backing singer. Just don't expect any Motown numbers with the exception of "Grapevine". I'd certainly recommend her show.

Parliament Square....

The top of the Shard.

Loo with a view....

Everyday I'll Love You More Than Yesterday...

Tighten Up....

Big Bird...

Gladys still going strong. Thursday night at the Royal Albert Hall....

Book early.

Nice one Steve. Joe has just managed to get back into his Getty account as it's changed ownership, and there was over £500 waiting for him.

If anybody missed out on Alice Clark..... https://www.amazon.co.uk/Complete-Studio-Recordings-VINYL/dp/B01FK2WRK8 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Alice-Clark-VINYL/dp/B07R8BPVFT

They're actually very good. Worked straight out of the box, paired with a Sony HD Audio Walkman. Good sound, excellent wireless range, and you can recharge them several times from the small carry case they come in. All for less than £30. https://www.amazon.co.uk/SoundPEATS-Bluetooth-Headphone-Automatic-Isolation-Luxury-Black/dp/B07P1T5P97

Oh no! What have you done Richard? The Establishment now owns the Northern Soul scene.

Just took delivery of a pair of Bluetooth ear buds from Amazon. Obviously Chinese made, as something has got lost in translation.....

So what, in your opinion, should the actual record grade be? Did the seller post guidelines for his grading on the sales page?

Goodbye to Jane.

Look no further than the Ace Newsletter for June, featured in the Soul Source articles. Plenty to choose from on their website.

Well deserved.

The other side of the coin, my son has 40 photographs listed on Getty Images, mostly landscapes taken in the Lake District. Getty pay him for each copy sold.

Not a dedicated soul music channel, but Sky Arts has some good programming from time to time.

Denise LaSalle - Right Track....

Lake Windermere.....

Here's one I prepared earlier. There's a pergola and some decking under there somewhere....