Peter99 Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 SWIFTY, on 07 Feb 2014 - 8:57 PM, said: Hope you don't mind Dave but this immediately sprung to mind , got the LP in Mabo Market for about 50p lol ! JAY BLACKFOOT - TAXI Love it ! P.s. I'ts about the right speed for me to dance to now Dave Turner, on 07 Feb 2014 - 9:02 PM, said: Mabbo Market .......... bastard Before he got barred - for being from the hills. Peter 1
Guest MBarrett Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Best thread on here for a long time by a country mile And nobody's fallen out - yet!!
Missing Link Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Bobby Womack has made some brilliant records. This is one of my favourites: 2
Peter99 Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Bobby Womack has made some brilliant records. This is one of my favourites: Indeed he has and this is one of my favourites too. I think he wrote it about one of his brothers. Very melancholy. Lovely pick. Peter 1
Guest Dirk Tiggler Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Came close to blarting (Black Country for crying..) listening to this one night. All the ingredients were there; thinking about days gone by and of course being pissed! Ade https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOK_FLRxHp0&feature=kp
Guest Mr Faye Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Barbara Cooper - What's One More Tear....
BrianB Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Remember Richard Searling playing this on his radio show. Blew me away. Great arrangement. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AabjU4G7LSI David Porter - I Don't Know Why I Love You I have loved Stevie's version of this since I first heard it as a kid in 1969, but this version is just awesome. Top marks Quinvy!
Guest Dave Turner Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 A couple of Ann Sexton's that grip me. Her first outing as a 17 year old fronting up Elijah & the Ebonies "I Confess" and "I Want To Be Loved" from her "In The Beginning" LP and also got a 45 release on Monument Yup, love 'em both
Missing Link Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Indeed he has and this is one of my favourites too. I think he wrote it about one of his brothers. Very melancholy. Lovely pick. Peter You're right - it was about his brother Harry according to Wikipedia: "Harry Hippie" is a 1972 song written by Jim Ford, who wrote it for singer Bobby Womack as a dedication to his brother, bass guitarist Harry Womack, that became a top ten R&B hit for Womack when issued as a single in 1973 reaching number eight on the chart. The song was loosely based on Bobby's brother's carefree behavior and was originally recorded as a funny tribute to his brother, that turned tragic when Harry Womack was killed by his girlfriend during a fight in 1974. Ever since, Bobby Womack has sung the song as a dedication to his fallen late brother. Womack explains the story behind the song and its aftermath: "Harry was the bass player and tenor for the brothers when we were the Valentinos. He lived a very carefree life. As a child he always said he wanted to live on an Indian reservation. We used to joke about it, but when we got older he was the same way. He always thought I wanted the materialistic things and I said, 'I just want to do my music. My music put me into that comfortable territory.' He didn't want the pressure. We used to laugh and joke about the song when I'd sing it. When he was brutally killed in my home, it was by a jealous girlfriend who he'd lived with for five years. She fought a lot, violence. And in our home it was considered to be worth less than a man to fight a woman, so he didn't fight back and she stabbed him to death. At the time I was in Seattle doing a gig and he was going to join me when we got back. Previously I had hired a new bass player because I felt it would help Harry's relationship with his spouse if he wasn't on the road. And that turned out to be very sour. He ended up losing his life behind it. At that time, "Harry Hippie" wasn't a joke anymore; I had lost a brother. I still do that song in his honor today." –Bobby Womack 3
Popular Post jocko Posted February 10, 2014 Popular Post Posted February 10, 2014 (edited) Indeed he has and this is one of my favourites too. I think he wrote it about one of his brothers. Very melancholy. Lovely pick. Peter It wasn't Bobby that wrote it, it was Jim Ford who also wrote So Many Sides of You and others he recorded. I think it took on a lot more meaning when his brother died shortly after it being recorded Its still one of my biggest tear jerkers, I just love it, makes me feel very sad which sad songs, perversely, rarely do. This one just kills me. We were obviously typing at same time Mr Link. A monumental performance by the No 1 man in my world. Just seen him sing it live again the other week, and he struggled with this one sadly, having to be helped out, but he had one full chorus of it where he just soared for about 40 seconds and it just broke my heart. A bigger kick to the senses than 100% pure Russian vodka. Edited February 10, 2014 by jocko 5
Popular Post jocko Posted February 10, 2014 Popular Post Posted February 10, 2014 Another one that just makes my mood as black as the night in the Outer Hebrides, dark, despairing and little joy, apart from the sheer beauty in the performance when someone so troubled can just pour his whole worried world out in a song. Sheer talent One of the greatest artists ever, really moved up into my top 3 this last 10 years, all of his songs seem to tell you of his troubles, with closer inspection of the lyrics hinting at the demons that sadly destroyed him. Whilst his genius shines through like a remote lighthouse in almost everything he did. Just magnificent and only recently did I read the story that this is not a political song but was written for Donny by someone that saw his tortured soul. Just a magnificent feat to take this from someone and make it so your own. Amazingly the most heart breaking part is not when he is singing its when the trumpet comes in at around 2 minutes, and the sadness just seems to seep out ever part of the speakers. Then comes Donny to take the 12 pieces of your heart and turn them into 30. My second favourite recorded performance of all time. Buy his latest anthology, and turn the lights off and lie down. F***ng life changing. 4
Kev Cane Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 (edited) Another one that just makes my mood as black as the night in the Outer Hebrides, dark, despairing and little joy, apart from the sheer beauty in the performance when someone so troubled can just pour his whole worried world out in a song. Sheer talent One of the greatest artists ever, really moved up into my top 3 this last 10 years, all of his songs seem to tell you of his troubles, with closer inspection of the lyrics hinting at the demons that sadly destroyed him. Whilst his genius shines through like a remote lighthouse in almost everything he did. Just magnificent and only recently did I read the story that this is not a political song but was written for Donny by someone that saw his tortured soul. Just a magnificent feat to take this from someone and make it so your own. Amazingly the most heart breaking part is not when he is singing its when the trumpet comes in at around 2 minutes, and the sadness just seems to seep out ever part of the speakers. Then comes Donny to take the 12 pieces of your heart and turn them into 30. My second favourite recorded performance of all time. Buy his latest anthology, and turn the lights off and lie down. F***ng life changing. Great description Jock, swapped my "Extensions" years ago, can't remember what for, but, I am going to get another thanks to your timely kick up the arse for me, great stuff indeed Kev Edited February 10, 2014 by kev cane
Missing Link Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Another heartfelt song about the despair of drug addiction by the great man, Gil Scott-Heron. This one was made her own by Esther Phillips who, sadly, knew about it only too well: 2
jocko Posted February 10, 2014 Posted February 10, 2014 Another heartfelt song about the despair of drug addiction by the great man, Gil Scott-Heron. This one was made her own by Esther Phillips who, sadly, knew about it only too well: Oooomph. My No 1 favourite recorded performance of all time. Just aural pain. The lyrics so sharp they cut your veins open in sympathy. When she spits, To turn your sick soul inside out, she dies every performance. Definition of heartbreaking. Addiction explained for anyone who wants to understand. Gil wrote it from experience but she claims it, she sings it, she lives it, she died it. I love Esther Phillips unconditionally, and this performance should be played to anyone who wants to know what soul really is. I am off. Too much for a mid week night 2
Quinvy Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 I have loved Stevie's version of this since I first heard it as a kid in 1969, but this version is just awesome. Top marks Quinvy! Me too Brian. But I can't take the credit for finding this gem, that was Mr. Searling who played it on his old radio show.
Guest Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 2 from one of my musical heros https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3rKbe2ZcAVk https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0QV2CwYUl5I
Kev Cane Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 2 from one of my musical heros https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3rKbe2ZcAVk https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=0QV2CwYUl5I "Soul" and "emotion" Sam Dees springs to mind immediately, great call Kev
Kev Cane Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Got until tomorrow night, back to work, so here's one early doors, from the brilliant"I'm in need of love" (cheers Tomo and Bully) Lou Courtney-Just to let him break your heart, Carl Hall on background vocals Kev 1
Kev Cane Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) Forget the pricey one on Ole, this is the real deal, thanks Mr O'Connor for sharing this with me, many moons ago Icemen-How can I get over a fox like you Kev Edited February 11, 2014 by kev cane 1
Peter99 Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 It wasn't Bobby that wrote it, it was Jim Ford who also wrote So Many Sides of You and others he recorded. I think it took on a lot more meaning when his brother died shortly after it being recorded Its still one of my biggest tear jerkers, I just love it, makes me feel very sad which sad songs, perversely, rarely do. This one just kills me. We were obviously typing at same time Mr Link. A monumental performance by the No 1 man in my world. Just seen him sing it live again the other week, and he struggled with this one sadly, having to be helped out, but he had one full chorus of it where he just soared for about 40 seconds and it just broke my heart. A bigger kick to the senses than 100% pure Russian vodka. I stand corrected Sir! I was being flippant. Pedro.
Heisenberg Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 This is probably my favourite Staple Singers tune. Truth and Dignity. Tell it like it is, Mavis.
Guest Dave Turner Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) Forget the pricey one on Ole, this is the real deal, thanks Mr O'Connor for sharing this with me, many moons ago Icemen-How can I get over a fox like you Kev It's Gonna Take A Lot (To Bring Me Back Baby) Edited February 11, 2014 by Dave Turner
Kev Cane Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 It's Gonna Take A Lot (To Bring Me Back Baby) Yes mate, correction, its very good, but "Fox" for a lot cheaper, is the better one for me Kev
Guest Dave Turner Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Yes mate, correction, its very good, but "Fox" for a lot cheaper, is the better one for me Kev Kev, check out the supposed Hendrix with the supposed Gloria Barnes vocals of "It's Gonna Take A Lot" ... uses the same backing as George Scott's "I'm A Fool For You"
Kev Cane Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Tis a regular play in this house, as is "I owe her my life" "Tried so hard" and "Temptation" all absolute belters Kev 1
Popular Post Smudger Posted February 11, 2014 Popular Post Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) Some great tunes on this thread here's a couple more Fontella bass I'm leaving the choice all up to you Paula & Contempo 7" Bobby Patterson If he hadn't slipped up and got caught granite & Contempo 7" https://youtu.be/NGtcunOWI2s Edited February 11, 2014 by smudger 4
Guest Dave Turner Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 There's black singers and then there are SOUL singers Power of A Woman, Uptight Good Woman, Old Friend all great but this slays me --- Spencer Wiggins - I Can't Be Satisfied (With A Piece Of Your Love) Sing it like ya mean it
Alan T Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 There's black singers and then there are SOUL singers Power of A Woman, Uptight Good Woman, Old Friend all great but this slays me --- Spencer Wiggins - I Can't Be Satisfied (With A Piece Of Your Love) Sing it like ya mean it One of my all time favourites, the other side "Take time to love your woman" is really good too. I upgraded to a nice clean copy recently , a must have record.
Guest Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 really enjoying these deep tracks....especially from early-mid 70s. An area I'm not over familiar with.....keep 'em coming guys
Guest Dave Turner Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 Adams's Apple wobbler for me as the story must have been so true for so many Such utter despair Doris Duke - I Don't Care Anymore ............................can't understand uploaders choice of pics but hey ho
Kev Cane Posted February 11, 2014 Posted February 11, 2014 (edited) Despair indeed Dave, more despair here, has to be long version, nothing else will surfice for this masterpiece One of the tunes I always go back to Kev Edited February 11, 2014 by kev cane 3
rekorder Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 hope i'm not getting too off-topic with you..but these are two favs of mine.. one for the old.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i6I4fUnICdI and one for the younger side.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4plr_C1jFT0 1
Andrea Ko Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 I find this very heartbreaking https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8LCH_V_Yik
The Happy Hooker Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Flitations Little Darlin' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5SWqGCvOuQ0 Listen to the words, heart stopping, playing this at SITS Tenerife, in March/April
Mr Smithy Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 You could probably get an argument anywhere in town whether this is soul or not, but keep the razor close in case 1
Kev Cane Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 You could probably get an argument anywhere in town whether this is soul or not, but keep the razor close in case https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgnrqSbGU No argument here Kev
Guest WheelCity45 Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 This is as deep & soulful as it get`s for me - Sheer Class... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdtXH0ULKM0
Twoshoes Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Mal, re Millie Jackson and being new to you. Does this mean you've 'discovered' Caught Up and Still Caught Up? As good as it gets as far as I'm concerned. Am I right in thinking for some reason they changed the running order of the tracks on the cd's, have them somewhere after foolishly giving away the albums to a mate ,?
Jaco Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Am I right in thinking for some reason they changed the running order of the tracks on the cd's, have them somewhere after foolishly giving away the albums to a mate ,? Wouldn't know the answer to that without looking at the CD's. The two albums are amongst my most prized pieces of vinyl and have stood the test ot time and plays that seriously must run into the '000's now. Absolutely essential listening for anybody that regards themselves as a lover of soul music, whatever the genre or decade. 1
Tony A Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Sam Dees, composed & arranged this one, not sure who wrote it, will browse sleeve notes later when I dig it out. Well I love it. https://youtu.be/bEh9m023Ye0 1
jocko Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Sam Dees, composed & arranged this one, not sure who wrote it, will browse sleeve notes later when I dig it out. Well I love it. Definitely a Sam Dees written tune. And lovely it is too, from a fine LP. There is also a good version of it on the Queen in Waiting's Life LP 1
Peter99 Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Tony A, on 12 Feb 2014 - 6:27 PM, said: Sam Dees, composed & arranged this one, not sure who wrote it, will browse sleeve notes later when I dig it out. Well I love it. https://youtu.be/bEh9m023Ye0 Good shout Tony Regina Belle - very under rated imo. She recorded some great songs and has an amazing voice. Peter
Tony A Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Good shout Tony Regina Belle - very under rated imo. She recorded some great songs and has an amazing voice. Peter Yes Peter, really love some of her stuff and what a voice, love this sort of stuff & jean carne & anita baker & patti la belle & on & on I go. 1
Peter99 Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Tony A, on 12 Feb 2014 - 8:18 PM, said: Yes Peter, really love some of her stuff and what a voice, love this sort of stuff & jean carne & anita baker & patti la belle & on & on I go. Yep, I concur Sir. Anita Bakers Rapture album is superb. Peter
Smudger Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Dee Dee Warwick If this was your last song (the sweet inspirations background vocals) from the Turning Around album some great tunes on this LP
Guest Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Whhhhooommmmppphhhhh, the flip to hey mama, everything just stops when this is on and I'm back in a different time, emotions come flooding back not all good but that was a different time nuff said. If you want proper emotional soul this is it, feeling it 4:23 to 4:28 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ewUeCEnVpdg
Heisenberg Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Stunning tune by the great Gwen McCrae with hard-hitting lyrics, building up to a hypnotic mid-tempo mover Gwen McCrae - I've got nothing to lose but the Blues this thread is so awesome ! Thanks to all contributors !!
Guest Dave Turner Posted February 12, 2014 Posted February 12, 2014 Nancy Butts - I Can't Love But One Man At A Time
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