Peter99

As has been said if you only buy what you like you'll rarely be disappointed. That was always my philosophy as a collector. And I was never disappointed. By way of example I remember buying a copy of the Blue Sharks on Gran Prix - when it was "uncovered" and the price fell a few people scoffed. But, I was very happy in having it - I always loved the record, the mystique it once had, and a minter looks beautiful on that label. I still love it and happy to own one - it's still a hard one to get hold of although it's obviously not a rarity in the grand scale of things. Peter Edit. Just to add to this, this was a big spin for Soul Sam at one point, I seem to recall he bought his copy back from a dealer in Italy, just for the very last all dayer at the Cleethorpes Winter Gardens before it closed for good. Everyone knows who the Blue Sharks really were don't they?

Yep, big thanks to Zanetti and Steve for keeping Johnny's auction results coming our way. Must be Happy New Year - there have been no squabbles over the resulting prices ........................yet! 🙂 Happy New Year everyone. Peter xx

Happy Christmas to everyone associated with Soul Source. Special thanks to Mike for another soulful year of the site, including the moderators, and of course to all of my friends who contribute. (Everyone). Lets hope it's peaceful and that everyone stays safe. Peter

It is rumoured than someone once heard a northern record in my kitchen. Peter

Thanks mate I appreciate the reply. I've watched a bit of that but then forgot where I got to! I've been tinkering with the idea of rewatching from the beginning again so your prompt will encourage me to go back to it. I think I've seen that there's a new series on the way. I felt a bit silly calling you Sweetchocolate, what's your name? I'm sure that you're very sweet nonetheless. 🙂 If you're a new member then welcome to Soul Source. Peter

All three are great records. The Delites is my pick of the bunch. I've always loved it, fantastic dance track and I concur - I always associate this with Sam. Peter

Ian Levine described Jimmy Burns as a 60's stomper in the review. Now, given some of the "stompers" which were played around the same time, lots of them 100 mile an hour non soul rubbish, I would say that Jimmy's record was more mid tempo. Just a personal opinion. Either way it's a fabulous dance track, something I've always liked, and one I associate with Martin (Soul Sam). Peter

The Heartache is all You Get is fab.

Thanks Chalky It was a great show as usual this week. Brian pulled out some mp3 only tunes in addition to the top rate album only records. The quality of some of the recent stuff was superb, particularly the southern soul style tracks, most of which were new to me. A very worthwhile listen and a testament to the fact that artists are still making music that has a throw back to much earlier times. Always appreciate of the heads up each week. Enjoy the weekend. Your friend. Peter

I'm very shocked and saddened to hear that. As you say Phil was a regular on here; always a gentleman with lots of knowledge, wisdom and kinship to share. Sincere condolences to his family and friends. Peter

I'd have thought you'd have stroked that chin away by now Malc! 🤨 😋 Happy Christmas pal. Peter

Interesting question/thread Dylan. Wow, just one! 🤣 It would have to be a record that's been burning a whole in someone's heart to be able to narrow it down to the one 45 - I guess it could be an album. I'll look forward to hearing some people's heartaches. 🤣 I don't know if I could think of one, even more so since I gave my last collection away and haven't been collecting since. Peter

Hi Ted I hope you're well. I'm going to try Oxen on your recommendation. Peter

I'm nearly through all of the seasons, but I'm on the look out for a seriously good cops and robbers series or film. French cinema is a favourite but there's some other good European stuff out there.

I'm finally watching Boardwalk Empire, which is very good. Peter hi

I hope not. 🫣

Well, it was a VG+ Peter

We've had quite a few over the years including quite a few old Black Echoes. I had a few Black Echoes which I gave to Chalky, and he did all the work in scanning and uploading them, along with many others. Chalky spends a fair bit of time sharing stuff like this, along with lots of old cassette tapes which he digitalises and then uploads on different social media platforms. He always does it without any fuss and all for the love of the scene. Well done, and thanks to Karl. Peter

When I started my Northern Soul journey Mick, I knew in my hearts of hearts that some of the stuff being played had nothing to do with soul. But; I was told that they were very big records and that I knew nowt. I had discovered the sweet soul sound of Philly on my own, things like the Stylistics. So, then to be confronted by such monstrosities as Tim Tam, James Coit, and many others, etc, I was a little disenchanted. But I persevered, and I'm still here. My teething time was around 1975. I hope I've explained myself well enough for people to understand. Peter

Has this been booted?

Pray tell....................

Wow! A reminder of some of the very, very awful records that were around at the time. Some really nasty things. 😱 Peter

Yep, top notch. Peter

That's a fantastic photograph. Taken on one of the nights when the camera's were in. It looks like a professional photographer took that. Peter