Gene-r

I did see it and, yes, I am not a bit surprised....... Gene

Well, judging by your profile, you're only 15!! If you're lost, maybe you should find your way to your next class, or try to find the plot again (lol) Gene

Russ, Of course you big name DJs love us "small-timers", don't you!! And you're right - those of us who play new discoveries don't get anything near the credit we deserve. Take for example, my spot at a niter in 1986. I had just purchased "Time Will Change" by the Inverts on Broadway as an unknown from Max Rees. I first played it at the 100 Club in November that year. While it was playing, a big newies DJ of the time (name witheld) came rushing up to the decks to find out what it was. "F***ing excellent mate!" were his words. He told another newies DJ of the time who was there (name also witheld) who was just as keen on it. Within two months, his DJ mate was playing it as one of HIS "new discoveries". No thanks to the underdog (yours truly) who played it first, without whom it still may only be a £20 record (instead of appearing in John Manship's "Rarest of The Rare" list)!! Same thing happened to "You're So Wonderful" by Geraldine Curry on London House a few years later. Call it exploitation if you want - I tend not to take it personally; it's nice that they gained recognition on the scene. But just how many other unsung heroes are out there who have had their glory nicked off them in the same old way? Not fair really; we spin 'em first, and the big boys take the credit! You can hear snippets of both these tracks on John Manship's "Rarest Of The Rare" part of his website. Here endeth the sermon..... (Rev) Gene-R.

It's "I Want To Feel I'm Wanted" by Frankie Beverly & The Butlers on Fairmount. Actually the B-side to "Because Of My Heart". Have no accurate idea of price at the minute, but something in the region of high three-figures is all I know! Any ideas, anyone? Gene

Laughed so much my eyes are wet.............oh dear, so are my trousers!! Gene

Damn - beat me to it Supercorsa!!! gene

And a warm welcome to Soul Source Colin!!! Look forward to exchanging posts and views with you. Gene

Looking at it, I'd say it was original, though from the description, it looks like a Canadian LP on Quality in an American sleeve (note the Arctic logo). Don't know if the sleeves were exported to Canada to jacket Canadian LPs; guess it's possible, as that sort of thing went on with British sleeveless LPs and EPs exported to America during the 50s and 60s; they were housed in American sleeves for sale to the US market. Gene

The story I heard about the number of demos pressed for UK records (particularly in the '60s) was 99 copies. However, I don't know if this story has confused itself with the "99 copies only" rule of a few independent UK labels during the '60s. Some very small UK labels (eg, Oak, Triumph etc) only pressed up 99 copies of some of their releases to avoid paying purchase tax, which was apparently payable on any batch of over 100 copies. Mainly the reason for '60s records such as the Bo Street Runners EP on Oak being so rare. Maybe Mick Smith can confirm, or correct the rumour? Gene

...and here's the obit for A C Reed: https://www.guardian.co.uk/obituaries/story...1190034,00.html Gene

Shouldn't an original demo go for about that much in UK£? Sound quality of the boots is really poor as well; hope the buyer knows what they're getting! Gene

The Four Seasons version of "I'm Gonna Change" was, as far as known, only available on their US only LP, "New Gold Hits". The only 45 release of it was on the B-side of the late-70s bootleg of "You're Ready Now" by Frankie Valli, on Smash, pressed up in a choice of red, blue or clear vinyl. As I wasn't around on the scene until 1982, I'm sorry that I can't give any further info on when or where it was played - maybe the next post or two will reveal all? Sorry to disagree on only one point mate (just a matter of taste, you understand!), but the Velours version of "I'm Gonna Change" is one of my all-time faves, however Frankie V's boys do carry it off well!!! In fact, theirs was the first version I heard of "I'm Gonna Change" 22 years ago! PS - Hard to believe that the Velours became the Fantastics, best known for their UK 1971 Top 10 hit "Something Old, Something New"!! They sound completely different, and there were only 4 years between the two singles!! Gene

For those of you who own "We Live in The Ghetto" by the Four Voices, be sure to flip it over (if you haven't already done so) for the equally stunning B-side "Summer Kind Of Love"!! It's actually the side I've played the most for the past 15 years. Have seen it sell for anything between £40 - £80. Gene

I'm sure Dave Rimmer won't object to me posting the hyperlink here to the Golden World discography on his "Soulful Kinda Music" site! Have a look around the site too - well neat! https://www.soulfulkindamusic.net/goldenworld.htm Gene

Sure is!! Do you know the Cicero Blake track on the same label?

Actually, after a check, I think the seller could well be right. You see, on the original, END is printed in blue, but it is a much darker shade of blue than the top and bottom of the label. The one advertised has END in the same shade of blue. If it is a re-issue, I've never seen it in this form - unusual. Gene

Just had a look - I'm confused, as on a close look, the label looks typical of some End issues, in that the bit round the centre looks to be hanging off, due to poor quality glue. Same thing can be said about a lot of Arock and Shrine releases (in some cases, there is no label at all!). On the other hand, didn't the original have "END" printed in white lettering rather than blue? Or am I wrong? Gene

Hmm, yes.......reminds me of a saga from a few years ago. Someone did try the colour photocopy scam and put a lot of pressings with such labels on auction. His cover was blown when a well-known dealer went round to his house, looking through the records, then a label fell off one of them!! I guess the rule of "caveat emptor" (let the buyer beware) applies in all these situations, though it is a truly despicable act. Having said that, would be interesting to know about the Lenny Curtis, and whether the defo orig has gone on sale mistakenly. Gene

"Tomorrow" by the Webs on Popside is absolutely smashing!! Also came out on UK London, which can be bought relatively cheaply. Also worth mentioning "I've Got Mine You Better Get Yours" by the Sapphires on Swan, available for about £20 or far less on Ebay!! The final release on Windy C, "Change of Pace" by the 5 Stairsteps is also worth looking out for. Like all the Windy C 45s, it can be picked up for about £5, but sounds like it should be worth 50 times this amount!! Gene

Here's are the 10 sides I've been wearing out the most over the past couple of weeks, courtesy of "Headphones & Harmonies Inc": Joe Simon - I See Your Face (Hush) (more so 'cos my wife likes it!) Fabulous Apollos - Some Good In Everything Bad (Valtone) Nancy Butts - I Get Lonely (Flaming Arrow) Johnny Watson - Ain't Gonna Move (Okeh LP Track) The Martinels - I Don't Care (Success) Eddie Foster - I Never Knew (In) Beverley McKay - Baby You're So Right (Old Town) Louise Lewis - Wee Oo, I'll Let It Be You Babe (Skyway) The Contemplations - Alone With No Love (Dontee) Ted Taylor - I Lost The Best Thing I Ever Had (Soncraft) Gene

Can't say this is typical of a US 45 acetate - what do you think? https://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewI...4005785848&rd=1 Gene

Had a look Jake - can't find one just yet. Seems easier to find "Where Is The Love" or "Shut Up" at the mo!! (what d'yer mean it ain't the same Black Eyed Peas?). Seriously, will keep a look out for you - ace record!!! Gene

Erm.........I think I may have been the "dickhead" who bought the Edwin Johnson 45 on Post for £5!!

Amen, Matt..............at last someone sees sense!! Gene

Here's my favourite picture of Timi, which I though I'd share with you all. It's from the front cover of her 1965 UK LP "The Best of Timi Yuro (Liberty LBY 1290). It contains the only UK release of another Northern classic, "Insult To Injury". Gene