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Hi Pete, Dave I'd agree with Ady that the term probably came into its own around Stafford time but the sounds were played long before that. Walk with a winner got discovered 72-73ish. I remember I got a copy early on. The Drifter was long before that. I never got a Ray Pollard but I did get a Don Charles (great version) and a Long John Baldry (not so great). I remember I used to champion Its a sad thing 72-73ish but no one seemed paticularly interested in it then. Incidentally that had UK writer credits--strange. Another was Welcome to Dreamsville which I used to love but circa 73 but no one went for that either. I'd bought it on the strength of the other side, Monkey See, Monkey Do which did get spins at the Wheel. Richard should back all this up. This was Sound Bars era, remember Pete? PS Have you heard that Johnny Beehan died? RICH

Yup we knew the Corby lot of old...especially Michael K (snotty) rip, Brian, Budgie, Ricky Curry and Wilky.

I half remember the denial thing. She was being lauded for Young Hearts and it was my impression that she denied Upper Hand because she assumed it would be regarded as uncool. How could you forget your first release?

Just one more small point regarding the credits; approx 50% of versions credit Meade rather than Ragavoy as co- writer with Creed Taylor. Any ideas anyone? I expect an explanation from The Oracle (unless of course he's got himself stuck somewhere up there in the anals).

Interesting. He was also a member of The American Breed.

And referring to our last interaction have you heard Bennie Shaw's version of the Heatwaves yet?

Yes, OK, perhaps Jerry Ragavoy licenced the song to Juggy before cutting it himself on Pat Thomas....or maybe the release of the already recorded Pat Thomas was delayed in a deal with Juggy....or maybe...........But in any case Pat Thomas is "morally" the original in my book and having the "hit" means little in the anals of soul music.

Sorry to have to disagree with an acknowledged oracle but I've managed to dig out my copy of Pat Thomas. Both sides have the same publisher, the same arranger (Gary Sherman), the same conductor (Jerry Ragavoy) and the same producer (Creed Taylor). I cant wait.....written by Ragavoy/ Taylor; B side written by Ragavoy/ Elgin When did Jerry Ragavoy write for Baby Washington?

OK, I went so I'll step in here with the answers THE WHEEL ------Famous Manchester club. Still going. KATHY KIRBY-----Female UK soul singer THE PENDULUM------Great instrumental------Forgot who it was by now THE GEAR------ The mod clothes we used to wear--eg Levis Stay Pressed and tank tops THE FEDS------Cool name for the police who were on the lookout for trouble OK 5 out of 5. Thanks very much

Sure that Pat Thomas was the original. The credits support it.

Surely it is the "investment" that is for sale/ has been sold, subject to the existing lease(s). The lessees should have rights to being granted a new lease on the expiration of the existing one. (Landlord&Tenant Act 1954). ie. No cause for alarm (and probably no chance of the lethal floor or the toilet situation being sorted!).

hmmmmmmmmm..........there is a dark tinge

Friday Brown was not "blue eyed"...... or ..............am I mixing her up with Carol Friday?

How can this inferior version trump Dee Dee Warwicks sublime original?? Has Len Barry been mentioned yet? A true ns hero. What about April Stevens, Jimmy Seals, John Andrews, Frankie & Johnny, Sharon Soul??

Absolutely Disagree! In terms of anthemnic unforgettable Northern Soul NYGTUH is absolutely up there. It does not deserve to be rubbished like this.

Pretty sure "Action" got plays at Pedulum '73- '74. Anyone confirm?

Who can be said to be the most unwelcoming, unsalesmanly of the lot? ( Not wanting details of crooks or cons)

The guy on the left at the front kinda looks like a guy I knew from Corby - Trevor Johnson (not sure though)Referring to the post made by Kevinkent on the 31st January 2011.

Remember Tell Her by the Blue Chips on Pye?

Designed for them who like to leave b4 2 but who then like to brag that theyve done a "niter" and with a bit of exaggeration can say they just missed the last hour.

And the Jet Set connection. Who can talk about that ?

Anyone know what time it starts & finishes?