Dave Moore Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Had a message earlier today from a friend Stateside telling me that Chris Bartley had died. waited until now to get confirmation and can now confirm it is true. No real details as yet but thought it right to post about his passing. A fantastically soulful singer Mr Bartley was a perfect foil for the talents of Van McCoy and recorded some of the most sublime mid tempo songs that Van created. Mr Bartley's only main rival in this particular style of soul was Deon Jackson in my opinion. So.....in true Hitsville fashion...I thank Mr Bartley for some fantastic music and memories, and wish him him a safe onward journey. Congratulations Sir, on a job extremely well done. Sort of poignant with Tony R putting together the VMC CDS eh?
Baz Atkinson Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 One of the ultimate sweet soul singers imho-will sping ill take the blame and tommorrow shines on me my 2 favs by him when i get home on friday evening i his memory-massive talent!!
KevH Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 (edited) One of the first tunes to get me into midtempo all those years ago."Sweetest thing this side of heaven".Sad news. Edited October 27, 2009 by JR Hartley
Eddie Hubbard Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Thats really sad news Dave , his album on Vando would rate in my all time top 5 albums ever - Van McCoy magic at his best - " Sittin ' pretty " is a fave track from a brilliant set .Best,Eddie
Guest REVILOT Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Very sad news, so many great performances. Hard to pick a fave but - This Feeling You Give Me is one of my all time faves...
Larry Semmins Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Sad news indeed guys loved his voice my fave "I've found a goodie" R.I.P. Chris ATB Steve.
bri pinch Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Sad news indeed guys loved his voice my fave "I've found a goodie" R.I.P. Chris ATB Steve. VERY SAD NEWS INDEED , ALSO LOVE I FOUND A GOODIE, DUG IT OUT AND PLAYED IT JUST LAST WEEKEND AVIN A FIX AT ME MAMS, ALSO LOVE I KNOW WE CAN WORK IT OUT (AKA SUGAR BABY). BRI PINCH.
Suzannek Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 RIP Chris Bartley. One of my faves is I See Your Name by him. Suz x
Philreeves Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 I remember rushing out to find a copy of "I found a Goodie" when heard Mike Raven give it it's first and probably only spin on it's UK Bell 45 release. I also remember sometime later being in Soul City & Dave Godin asked me what artists I liked as it was proving tough to get some money out of me. I saw the Chris Bartley LP and said that I actually had his "I found A Goodie" and loved it. Well, that was it because Dave told me it was one of his favourite LP's so i coughed up £3 (a third of my take home pay each week!) and took it home smuggling it into my parents house in case they asked how much i'd spent. I was a confirmed Van McCoy & Chris Bartley fan from then on and my favourites are nearly everything he recorded..A & B sides but one track that always blows me away from the LP is "My Baby" . Another thing that stuck in my mind about Chris was the story that he had put aside his career at one stage to nurse his Mother when she became ill. So, yes , it is Job well done & done with Soulfulness. RIP Chris
Guest veep1296 Posted October 27, 2009 Posted October 27, 2009 Had a message earlier today from a friend Stateside telling me that Chris Bartley had died. waited until now to get confirmation and can now confirm it is true. No real details as yet but thought it right to post about his passing. A fantastically soulful singer Mr Bartley was a perfect foil for the talents of Van McCoy and recorded some of the most sublime mid tempo songs that Van created. Mr Bartley's only main rival in this particular style of soul was Deon Jackson in my opinion. So.....in true Hitsville fashion...I thank Mr Bartley for some fantastic music and memories, and wish him him a safe onward journey. Congratulations Sir, on a job extremely well done. Sort of poignant with Tony R putting together the VMC CDS eh? Great memories Dave.
Guest DeeJay Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 wow! sad news only today listening to that 45 that Dicky boy used to play at Wigan "Im going out of my mind"? What a recors dont think it was pressed i'll bet some collector absorbed it in to their collection- shame really It deserves exposure. DJ
Dave Moore Posted October 28, 2009 Author Posted October 28, 2009 Great memories Dave. Exactly Mate, It's why we do what we do. We need another 'field trip' pal. Need to get to as many as possible before it's too late.
Sunnysoul Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 (edited) I always felt that Chris Bartley represented the vocalist that Van McCoy always wanted to be but could not quite achieve as Van decided to concentrate on his writing and production career ... Also can anyone confirm whether Chris Bartley's vocals appear on any of the tracks on Van McCoy's Dancin LP ? Edited October 28, 2009 by sunnysoul
jocko Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 More very sad news, very talented man RIP. Have both his and Van's LP (which I think he sings on at least one track) to digitalise, will do so tonight and out up some soundclips as a reminder of his talent.
Ady Croasdell Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 That's very sad, he was a top quality singer. Sweetest Thing was the first "soppy" record I really liked, then came the Delfonics and Ronnie Dyson and gurls!
Steve Plumb Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 Sad news indeed! Another legendary Soul Singer leaves us! RIP Chris Bartley Steve
Jim Elliott Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 rip. If he'd only made 'Tomorrow keeps shining on me' he'd be a bit of a legend in my house, but 'I'll take the blame' and 'Sugar baby' are right up there as well. thanks chris. JIM
Guest veep1296 Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 Had a message earlier today from a friend Stateside telling me that Chris Bartley had died. waited until now to get confirmation and can now confirm it is true. No real details as yet but thought it right to post about his passing. A fantastically soulful singer Mr Bartley was a perfect foil for the talents of Van McCoy and recorded some of the most sublime mid tempo songs that Van created. Mr Bartley's only main rival in this particular style of soul was Deon Jackson in my opinion. So.....in true Hitsville fashion...I thank Mr Bartley for some fantastic music and memories, and wish him him a safe onward journey. Congratulations Sir, on a job extremely well done. Sort of poignant with Tony R putting together the VMC CDS eh? This is part of the same pic as used on the LP CB facing Kendra Spotswood (Sandi Sheldon). I was very lucky to have them both autograph my copy of the Chris Bartley LP next to their pics..
Epic Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP Chris Bartley - Love his Vando album - bought in a newsagents/record shop as a cutout for 99p back in the day - stunning work from Mr B & Van McCoy. BTW - How good is "You Get Next To My Heart" ??????????????? Wonderful !!!!!!!!!!!!
Marc Forrest Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 That is one very sad loss indeed. RIP. Marc
Guest veep1296 Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP Chris Bartley - Love his Vando album - bought in a newsagents/record shop as a cutout for 99p back in the day - stunning work from Mr B & Van McCoy. BTW - How good is "You Get Next To My Heart" ??????????????? Wonderful !!!!!!!!!!!! A few CB 45s amongst these. David https://www.facebook.com/photos.php?id=578878947#/album.php?aid=84237&id=578878947&op=12
Guest Posted October 28, 2009 Posted October 28, 2009 RIP Chris Bartley - Love his Vando album - bought in a newsagents/record shop as a cutout for 99p back in the day - stunning work from Mr B & Van McCoy. BTW - How good is "You Get Next To My Heart" ??????????????? Wonderful !!!!!!!!!!!! Another true legend passed on, they are dropping so quickly now. RIP. I agree, just dug out my 'Sweetest thing' and then followed it with 'you get next to my heart' which is sheer quality. Then the flip 'For You' which is beautiful mid tempo too. One of the masters of that genre without a doubt.
Guest Brett F Posted October 29, 2009 Posted October 29, 2009 (edited) Yeah always sad when the Soul world loses one of its sons/daughters. Just want to add i always thought Chris Bartley was also a vocalist for the Ray Alexander Techniques( and seeing as the album was recorded in Harlem and Chris Bartley was born there...etc.....Can anyone confirm???) and their rare LP 'Let's Talk on Lu JUn Productions, a must have album for any discerning 70's/Crossover vinyl collector, with such gems as 'Save Me' and ,Taking The Long Way Home. Brett F Edited October 29, 2009 by Brett F
Guest veep1296 Posted October 30, 2009 Posted October 30, 2009 Great memories Dave. Chris Bartley Album with the lady off the front! https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=2650950&id=578878947
Chris L Posted October 30, 2009 Posted October 30, 2009 Had a message earlier today from a friend Stateside telling me that Chris Bartley had died. waited until now to get confirmation and can now confirm it is true. Dave Chris's funeral is tomorrow. What a tragedy, it was great he got to perform in New Jersey in 2006. I understand some of the guys will be singing (Bobby Shivers, Eller Weas, Ray Block etc.) Another gem gone, but never forgotten.....................I'll never forget his Van McCoy stories, a real gent. Chris L
Chris L Posted October 30, 2009 Posted October 30, 2009 His contract when he appeared on the Clay Cole Diskotek Program in 1967.
soulfulmick Posted October 30, 2009 Posted October 30, 2009 RIP Chris Sweetest thing this side of heaven will always be one of my all time faves
Guest CliftonHall1 Posted October 30, 2009 Posted October 30, 2009 Sad, sad loss "I'll take the Blame" on Buddah, sheer class from the big fella, amongst others. RIP
Chris L Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 (edited) His last performance in New Jersey 3 years ago (he's the one in the middle). Died of kidney failure aged 62, far too young. Edited October 31, 2009 by Chris L
Dave Moore Posted October 31, 2009 Author Posted October 31, 2009 His last performance in New Jersey 3 years ago (he's the one in the middle). Died of kidney failure aged 62, far too young. Great pic Chris.....and Elouise looking like a doll too! Great stuff. Great talents.
Chris L Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 Great pic Chris.....and Elouise looking like a doll too! Great stuff. Great talents. The pride of place is this baby, getting him and Sandi Sheldon together to sign it for me was a real knockout. An orginal publicity poster from October 1967. It takes pride of place in my collection. Top people these soul singers. Eller Weas is crushed, too sad to talk, guess they'll all feel better after the funeral, you know how tight that lot all are, the New Jersey sixties soul set. Chris L ps I see it's 23° today in Mo-Hacker
Guest veep1296 Posted October 31, 2009 Posted October 31, 2009 The pride of place is this baby, getting him and Sandi Sheldon together to sign it for me was a real knockout. An orginal publicity poster from October 1967. It takes pride of place in my collection. Top people these soul singers. Eller Weas is crushed, too sad to talk, guess they'll all feel better after the funeral, you know how tight that lot all are, the New Jersey sixties soul set. Chris L ps I see it's 23° today in Mo-Hacker What is the temp in Kabul though? Got my LP cover signed by them both Chris ..in the water either side of them... well chuffed !
Larry Semmins Posted November 1, 2009 Posted November 1, 2009 Just going through my 12"s and found one by Chris,don't know when I got it probably '86 the date on the record.Its on the Move label from Edinburgh,all of Chris's story on the sleeve notes by John Smith and it says if it sells theres an album ready to go.He has recorded a version of the Originals "Baby I'm for real" and 3 of his earlier tracks "I've found a goodie" "Truer wordswere never spoken" and "The sweetest thing this side of heaven" It says its part of a series the first of which was Tommy Tate,anyone remember it oranything about it. ATB Steve
Chris L Posted November 2, 2009 Posted November 2, 2009 Just going through my 12"s and found one by Chris,don't know when I got it probably '86 the date on the record.Its on the Move label from Edinburgh,all of Chris's story on the sleeve notes by John Smith and it says if it sells theres an album ready to go.He has recorded a version of the Originals "Baby I'm for real" and 3 of his earlier tracks "I've found a goodie" "Truer wordswere never spoken" and "The sweetest thing this side of heaven" It says its part of a series the first of which was Tommy Tate,anyone remember it oranything about it. ATB Steve Chris did release an album on Vando and there was that 70s SS International release where it was purported he'd done a couple of tracks. Chris L
Chris L Posted November 7, 2009 Posted November 7, 2009 (edited) Classic Urban Harmony, some soul/doo wop fans, collectors & writers based in the New Jersey area have made this fitting tribute to Chris Bartley, a wonderful piece of work. https://www.classicur...y%20Tribute.htm Do read it. Chris Lalor Edited November 8, 2009 by Chris L
Dave Moore Posted November 7, 2009 Author Posted November 7, 2009 Classic Urban Harmony, some soul/doo wop fans, collectors & writers based in the New jersey area have made this fittinf tribute to Chris Bartley, a wonderful piece of work. https://www.classicurbanharmony.net/Chris%20Bartley%20Tribute.htm Do read it. Chris Lalor Nice job by Pam and Charlie Chris, thanks for posting. As an aside I have a tape of Norman Donegan singing "Think Of Me" that we recorded with Bev and Dave F in NJ. Great afternoon.
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