Guest malayka Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 (edited) Back in the 70's nearly 20% of most DJ's sets would be instrumentals. From the Mecca to Wigan, Yate to Cleethorps they would fill the floor. But now days your lucky to hear 2 or 3 a night. Why did they go out of fashion? Why aren't DJ's playing today? Here just a few that used to move my bones Al DeLory-Right on Rosco and Friends-Broadway cissy Sam Ambrose & Friend-They'll becoming G Davis & R Tyler- Hold on helps on it's way King Errison-Zola Theo-Coff Invasion-Lucky Day Doni Burdick-Bari track Silvetti-Spring rain Alfie Khan-Law of the land Brother-Are you ready for this Miracle Workers-Overture Frankie Crocker-Ton of dynamite Miroslav Vitous-New York city Tramps-Scrub board Van McCoy-Jet setting Crusaders-Put it where you want it Bring Back The Instrumental !!!!!!!!!!! Dave Posting not Malayka Edited August 20, 2006 by malayka
Guest Trevski Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 (edited) Never owned an instrumental, unless it happened to be on the 'b' side of something. Don't like 'em, never liked 'em , never will! :angry: Always felt they had something missing! One exception on your list is Frankie Crocker, wouldn't really call this an instumental! Edited August 20, 2006 by Trevski
Guest malayka Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Never owned an instrumental, unless it happened to be on the 'b' side of something. Don't like 'em never liked 'em , never will! :angry: Always felt they had something missing! One exception on your list is Frankie Crocker, wouldn't really call this an instumental! You can hardly call a record where someone one shouts 'Do it frankie, do it' a few times a vocal
Tony Turner Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 I like instrumentals too, never heard this one though Miroslav Vitous-New York city
Guest Trevski Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 (edited) You can hardly call a record where someone one shouts 'Do it frankie, do it' a few times a vocal Maybe you've forgotten how it goes! There's actually more voices going on in there than most vocals Ton_of_dynamite.mp3 Edited August 20, 2006 by Trevski
Guest malayka Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Maybe you've forgotten how it goes! There's actually more voices going on in there than most vocals Ton_of_dynamite.mp3 Oh well we'll call that a draw
steve z Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Back in the 70's nearly 20% of most DJ's sets would be instrumentals. From the Mecca to Wigan, Yate to Cleethorps they would fill the floor. But now days your lucky to hear 2 or 3 a night. Why did they go out of fashion? Why aren't DJ's playing today? Here just a few that used to move my bones Al DeLory-Right on Rosco and Friends-Broadway cissy Sam Ambrose & Friend-They'll becoming G Davis & R Tyler- Hold on helps on it's way King Errison-Zola Theo-Coff Invasion-Lucky Day Doni Burdick-Bari track Silvetti-Spring rain Alfie Khan-Law of the land Brother-Are you ready for this Miracle Workers-Overture Frankie Crocker-Ton of dynamite Miroslav Vitous-New York city Tramps-Scrub board Van McCoy-Jet setting Crusaders-Put it where you want it Bring Back The Instrumental !!!!!!!!!!! Dave Posting not Malayka Hi, I reckon most people today want a production with a vocal. I used to buy instro's in the seventies . HOWEVER "Time" on Donni Burdiks label by The Gents is pretty good. Also "Lost Love" credited to the Infernos ,the flip of Hank Jacobs vocal "lost love" on Ten High is better as as an Instro,IMHO. ATB Stevie
Dave Thorley Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 I like instrumentals too, never heard this one though Miroslav Vitous-New York city First played by Richard Searling at Wigan. It's a 70's funky jazz tune, but very uptempo. Features Herbie Hancock. Only came out as a LP track at first, on 'Magical Sheperd', Warner Brothers. Because of it's sucess in the clubs, it then came out on 12". This now days goes for about £50-£80
Soul Shrews Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 (edited) Back in the 70's nearly 20% of most DJ's sets would be instrumentals. From the Mecca to Wigan, Yate to Cleethorps they would fill the floor. But now days your lucky to hear 2 or 3 a night. Don't forget Cal Tjader "Soul Sauce" Viva instrumentalis!!!! Edited August 20, 2006 by soul shrews
Soul Shrews Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 When you thought it was bad,it got worser Looks like a rare 'un Ken, where you been? And why aren't you on the marmite thread? Cheers Paco
Guest Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Looks like a rare 'un Ken, where you been? And why aren't you on the marmite thread? Cheers Paco Cause,it`ll make me hungry not bothered,sure it`ll run & run without me .
Mark B Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Looks like a rare 'un Ken, where you been? And why aren't you on the marmite thread? Cheers Paco have had this for years as well ken, mark
Guest Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 -->QUOTE(mark.b @ Aug 20 2006, 11:02 PM) link have had this for years as well ken, mark As well?,got mine last night..........have you listened?,bass goes a iffy half way through
chrissie Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Never owned an instrumental, unless it happened to be on the 'b' side of something. Don't like 'em, never liked 'em , never will! :angry: Always felt they had something missing! One exception on your list is Frankie Crocker, wouldn't really call this an instumental! With you on this, never have been a fan of instrumentals, can't dance to them,it's as if the lyrics to a song drive my feeet.....errrrrrrr if you know what i mean QoFxx
Guest Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 I like instrumentals too, never heard this one though Miroslav Vitous-New York city I can post it up if you like...it's long and very mad though! Came out on a promo only 12" in the US and got a full 12" UK release.
Soul Shrews Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 First played by Richard Searling at Wigan. It's a 70's funky jazz tune, but very uptempo. Features Herbie Hancock. Only came out as a LP track at first, on 'Magical Sheperd', Warner Brothers. Because of it's sucess in the clubs, it then came out on 12". This now days goes for about £50-£80 Ow much!!! Seem to remember owning a US one sided promo at one time. Making do with a UK 12 at the mo' oh and the LP too. Saw him live a couple of years ago @ North sea Jazz here in Holland, he didn't do New York City tho'. Great record we like it 'round our way.
Guest Bogue Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Still luv em myself Picked up a copy of the "Hollywood Persuaders - Drums A Go Go" album the other week. Apart from the old Northern favourite "Hollywood A Go Go" full of great Mod instrumentals, well worth getting if that's your thing. Still think there is a place for the odd few at a soul night too. Can't say i really agree with the vocals making you wan't to dance, it's the beat that counts & i reckon there are lots of instrumentals that have it in abundance !!
chrissie Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 Still luv em myself Picked up a copy of the "Hollywood Persuaders - Drums A Go Go" album the other week. Apart from the old Northern favourite "Hollywood A Go Go" full of great Mod instrumentals, well worth getting if that's your thing. Still think there is a place for the odd few at a soul night too. Can't say i really agree with the vocals making you wan't to dance, it's the beat that counts & i reckon there are lots of instrumentals that have it in abundance !! I agree that the beat is the most important thing but it seems if i can sing along to something the feet work better QoFxx
Guest Bogue Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 I agree that the beat is the most important thing but it seems if i can sing along to something the feet work better QoFxx Yeh, know what you mean now, even better when you can sing along ! Mind you, i dread to think what facial distortions i must do when i'm singing along
Simon T Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 (edited) Just listening to C60 tape of Cleethorpes from who knows when(?79 /80?); Doni Burdick - Clouds (Peter Hamilton-Hey Girl) Emanon's Orch - Bird Walkin Dick Leslie - Harlem Train FLC - Ton of Dynamite 'Night Time Shadows' Edited August 20, 2006 by Simon T
Guest Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 (edited) Would "do what ya` feel"count as instumental?,Rimshots dont say much do they!! love it though............... Couldnt go without mentioning probberly the best inst`ever "harlem rumble",and the awesome "the trip". Oh last off,me signature tune,at the bottom................Stompa,go on have a press. Edited August 20, 2006 by ken
FrankM Posted August 20, 2006 Posted August 20, 2006 When you thought it was bad,it got worser Johnny Arthey also did the music for The Double Deckers. Recent instrumentals have included King of The Horse by the Delights Orchestra, Footpattin' Pt II by King Curtis and I've dug out Green Onions By King Curtis and The Flick by Earl van Dyke.
BrianB Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Looking at the instrumentals listed here, its no wonder no one plays 'em any more!!
grant Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Would "do what ya` feel"count as instumental?,Rimshots dont say much do they!! love it though............... Couldnt go without mentioning probberly the best inst`ever "harlem rumble",and the awesome "the trip". Oh last off,me signature tune,at the bottom................Stompa,go on have a press. I'll second that....but also throw in Sounds of Lane 'Tracks To Your Mind' great dancer and the brilliant 'Soul Hustler' by Harley Hatcher - used to sound awesome blasting thru the casino sound system.
Guest Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 I love instrumentals...the elements like the strings, a drum fill, a piano run or a horn blast take the place of the vocal and can convey an emotional impact all their own. Things like the deep sax blasts, organ, drums and percussive tension builds in 'Bari Track' or the whole overall atmospheric, stomping, punchy excitement of 'Harlem Rumble' more than make up for what is often an off key vocal on a really crass lyric. But to each their own.
Wiganer1 Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 First played by Richard Searling at Wigan. It's a 70's funky jazz tune, but very uptempo. Features Herbie Hancock. Only came out as a LP track at first, on 'Magical Sheperd', Warner Brothers. Because of it's sucess in the clubs, it then came out on 12". This now days goes for about £50-£80 ======== cool ive just got the 12" is it worth putting on ebay or anyone wanna make me an offer???
Guest Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 I love em https://www.soulclub.org/stream/Al_Kent_-_T...ting_Lately.ram https://www.soulclub.org/stream/Big_Boris_-_Devils_Drive.ram https://www.soulclub.org/stream/Gerry_Paul_...Bit_Of_Soul.ram https://www.soulclub.org/stream/Van_McCoy_S..._&_Easy.ram https://www.soulclub.org/stream/Mike_Post_C...f_The_Rhino.ram
Dave Thorley Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 ======== cool ive just got the 12" is it worth putting on ebay or anyone wanna make me an offer??? Is the one side US copy or a UK one, whats on the flip ?
Guest Simon Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 A few i like that haven't been mentioned: Andre Brasseur - The kid Chaumonts - Now you've gone Righteous Brothers - Rat race All three are likely to get me running for the dancefloor! Simon :dance:
Guest Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Joey Dee & the Starlighters"how can i forget",but i like the vocal too!! and my newest member of my inst` family"what condition is my condition in",good as anything done in the sixtys
Guest trickbag Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 the night lighters, k gee fabulous echos, move it youll loose it, didnt major lance ad a vocal to this. both are great. ricky. sock it to em shorty.
grant Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Detroit Land Apples - brilliant not heard that for a while.
Guest Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Detroit Land Apples - brilliant not heard that for a while. Got a real one for a tenner,at cleethorpes two years ago bargain?
Guest TONY ROUNCE Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 First played by Richard Searling at Wigan. ...and also 'first played', in the parallell universe of southern clubbing, by Chris Hill at the Lacy Lady - I can remember hearing it 'for the first time' in the space of 48 hours at both the Lacy and the Highland Room, where Colin spun it... TONE
Tomangoes Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 You are right about instrumentals once being very popular. What about Double Cookin, must have launched a thousand 'soulies'. At the same time FLASHER, FALBALA, READY FOR THIS, STRUT IN TIME, OVERTURE, SIDRAS THEME, TOUGH GIRL, FIGHT THE POWER, INTERPLAY, LADY LADY LADY, BOOGIE WITH YOUR BABY, MAINTAIN, GALLOP, ALL TURNED ON, etc etc. Most (not all) of the instrumentals are fast, and maybe too much for todays dance floor, where stuff like 'Its an uphill climb to the bottom, or 'some things are better left unsaid' fit the bill. By the way, THE TRIP is a fantastic tune and great to DRIVE to as are all the old fast tunes I cant keep up with on a dancefloor any more. Ed
grant Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Got a real one for a tenner,at cleethorpes two years ago bargain? bargain? i would have thought so - £100 - £150 for a real 'un?
Guest Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 bargain? i would have thought so - £100 - £150 for a real 'un? Frank/wayne stamped,i think........i`ll go and look in a bit,deffo` stamped.
Soulsmith Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 A few i like that haven't been mentioned: Andre Brasseur - The kid Chaumonts - Now you've gone Righteous Brothers - Rat race All three are likely to get me running for the dancefloor! Simon :dance: Thats handy then 'cos you can have my space on the dance floor. I'll be off to the car park to bang those rusty 6" nails into my ears.......again.
soulsalmon Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Just listening to C60 tape of Cleethorpes from who knows when(?79 /80?); Doni Burdick - Clouds (Peter Hamilton-Hey Girl) Emanon's Orch - Bird Walkin Dick Leslie - Harlem Train FLC - Ton of Dynamite 'Night Time Shadows' Dick Leslie,great tune,lets not forget \harlem rumble
Guest Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 One from the Torch Walking the Duck...The Triumphs.....come one then
Tabs Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Can't believe there's been no mention of Little Queenie or The Champion. There has now
Citizen P Posted August 21, 2006 Posted August 21, 2006 Foot Pattin' --- King Curtis, as mentioned above, is good. Call Me--Eddie Bishop-- F*cking Fine Ashtray Material!!!! Tony
Guest Posted August 22, 2006 Posted August 22, 2006 Me is a masssssive instrumental fan Duke Browner, Crying Over You Connie Clark, My sugar baby Four Perfections - I'm Not Strong Enough Utopia - Girls Are Against Me (great breaks ) come on.. Billy Arnell - brilliant Oranist Vivan Carroll - Oh Yeah Yeah Yeah! Yeeehaaa Four Perfections.. I'm Not Strong Enough! God, loads more!
Ady Croasdell Posted August 22, 2006 Posted August 22, 2006 . Also "Lost Love" credited to the Infernos ,the flip of Hank Jacobs vocal "lost love" on Ten High is better as as an Instro,IMHO. ATB Stevie That one went under my radar, any chance of a scan and a clip Stevie? Cheers Ady
Guest Posted August 22, 2006 Posted August 22, 2006 That one went under my radar, any chance of a scan and a clip Stevie? Cheers Ady Quite partial to " Something's Bothering You " , t'other side of the awesome " Iv'e Been Cheated " by The Dalton Boys . Reet grand tune it is ...... Malc Burton
grant Posted August 22, 2006 Posted August 22, 2006 Me is a masssssive instrumental fan Duke Browner, Crying Over You Connie Clark, My sugar baby Four Perfections - I'm Not Strong Enough Utopia - Girls Are Against Me (great breaks ) come on.. Billy Arnell - brilliant Oranist Vivan Carroll - Oh Yeah Yeah Yeah! Yeeehaaa Four Perfections.. I'm Not Strong Enough! God, loads more! is there two versions of the Four Perfections Karen? Billy Arnell instr. great dancer
Guest Posted August 22, 2006 Posted August 22, 2006 No, it's just so good I said it twice LOL I blame the paint fumes!
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