Popular Post ajb Posted July 15, 2016 Popular Post Posted July 15, 2016 (edited) As some of you will be aware EMS (Essential Modern Soul) had to close its doors earlier in the year due to a server provider issue, losing years of information is the process. And as it seems it is unlikely to return, i would like to bring a bit of what was lost to arguably the other best the soul forum in the internet world. I know this won't be to everyones taste, i understand that, but to those who like a bit of modern, disco, soulful house, ect., it might go someway to fill the gap where EMS is sadly missed. i would ask all those who posted podcasts there to pop them in here as well, along with weekly traxsource charts (Mark, please), soul charts (Gary) so we can help build up a resource for all to see whats going on in the world of modern soul. And anybody else who would like to share a track, whether it be vinyl, CD, or download, that would be great. all the best alan Edited July 15, 2016 by ajb 6
Chris Turnbull Posted July 15, 2016 Posted July 15, 2016 Look forward to this, thanks - didn't know about EMS
Mickey Finn Posted July 15, 2016 Posted July 15, 2016 Great initiative Alan I miss the discussion and tips re new releases across all the genres you mention as well as reminders of ones that got away.
ajb Posted July 15, 2016 Author Posted July 15, 2016 Cheers Chris, Mickey, to start it off i'm gonna give you this..................... Crossroads ft. Natasha Springer - Caught in a dream 1
Mickey Finn Posted July 15, 2016 Posted July 15, 2016 (edited) Aaah, just like old times With repeated plays this could be a reasonable-sized hit, but the intro could do with a trim, as it seems to start, and then start again and it's almost 2 minutes before you hear the singer. Hardly unique in that respect but the build-up needs to be more effective to succeed, and in this case I think there would be stronger immediate impact with a short intro and the instrumental break placed after the first verse. Edited July 16, 2016 by Mickey Finn
ajb Posted July 19, 2016 Author Posted July 19, 2016 What about these two crackers, four with the two remixes......................... Celestine - Let it Go/Drifting away https://celestinemusic.bandcamp.com/album/let-it-go
ajb Posted July 20, 2016 Author Posted July 20, 2016 certainly one of my favourite jazz styled tracks of the year................. Moses Boyd - Rye Lane Shuffle 2
Mickey Finn Posted July 21, 2016 Posted July 21, 2016 On 19 July 2016 at 19:21, ajb said: What about these two crackers, four with the two remixes......................... Celestine - Let it Go/Drifting away https://celestinemusic.bandcamp.com/album/let-it-go Very nice indeed, Alan, big thumbs up from me
ajb Posted July 22, 2016 Author Posted July 22, 2016 (edited) a short wait till August 5th, and this baby will hit the floors.................... Giulio Bonaccio ft. Karie Brown - Don't Walk Away three great versions Edited July 22, 2016 by ajb 1
ajb Posted July 22, 2016 Author Posted July 22, 2016 A couple gracing my decks already................. on 7'', taken from the album............................. Gordon Henderson - Highest Bidder and, this beauty.................... Space Echo - Rainbow Power 1
ajb Posted July 22, 2016 Author Posted July 22, 2016 Its going to be a busy 5th August............... D.U.S.K ft. Meshach Broderick - Feels So Good (Ondagroove Remix) 1
ajb Posted July 23, 2016 Author Posted July 23, 2016 another out on the 5th, blimey.................... Vick Lavender - Chicago Fusion EP
ajb Posted July 25, 2016 Author Posted July 25, 2016 just right for summer, lovely vocal.................... Andy Edit ft. Asia Yarwood - Love Again
Mickey Finn Posted July 25, 2016 Posted July 25, 2016 Hi Alan, thanks for these - Vick Lavender is always interesting and even if not always hitting the spot he's got a high hit rate (for me at least). Would be interested to know who's on the organ on the third track. The Andy Edit tune is definitely a summer tune - have they left it too late release-wise?
ajb Posted July 25, 2016 Author Posted July 25, 2016 "The Andy Edit tune is definitely a summer tune - have they left it too late release-wise?" I hear you Mickey, I gather its been getting floor play already, and with the plays in the Med, summer can stretch till October. with a lot of these tunes, they'll probably only get heard a few times by folks out, unless they buy it of course. would i pay a tenner to have it on vinyl, probably not, but i'm happy to pay a quid, stick it on a Cdr, and roll it out every summer to fresh ears
ajb Posted July 25, 2016 Author Posted July 25, 2016 thought I just need to share this, from '83, and on 7" for for the first time, i believe. I know i'll be giving this a few spins Howard University Jazz Ensemble - Genesis b/w To The Rising Sun
ajb Posted July 26, 2016 Author Posted July 26, 2016 I just might be able to find a bit of space for this...................... Leon El Ray ft. Antony Poteat - If You Let Me https://www.traxsource.com/title/650387/if-you-let-me-pt-1 1
Andybellwood Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 1 hour ago, ajb said: I just might be able to find a bit of space for this...................... Leon El Ray ft. Antony Poteat - If You Let Me https://www.traxsource.com/title/650387/if-you-let-me-pt-1 Nice one , Alan .
Chris Turnbull Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 Some nice stuff here Alan, thanks - all new to me. Really like Celestine , lovely piano riff - sticking with the original mix I think, top class Also the Moses Boyd, will have me running up the walls I'll do well to recommend anything you don't already know but a few bits I've been hammering recently:- 1) Blonde - All cried out (Oliver Nelson Remix) The only mix that counts 2) Marquis Hawkes - Summer Memory From 'Social Housing' LP, a real builder. Also love 'Fantasy' 3) Rocco Careri & Arturo Macchiavelli - Native New Yorker 4) Zepherin Saint feat Ann Nesby & G3 - Optimistic Lovely version 5) Frankie Knuckles Director's Cut feat Sybil - Let yourself go (Director's Cut Master Mix) This mix a cut above, proper love it Look forward to some more top tips Cheers, Chris. 1
ajb Posted July 26, 2016 Author Posted July 26, 2016 Just had to.................... Marc Staggers - Let Me Be The One (Nigel Lowis Mix)
ajb Posted July 26, 2016 Author Posted July 26, 2016 been listening to this a few weeks, and now its really grown on me. and it finally been released................. Koku Gonza & Anthony Nicholson - Conveniently Rolling full version, and purchase.............. https://miquifayemusic.bandcamp.com/album/koku-gonza-anthony-nicholson-conveniently-rolling
ajb Posted July 26, 2016 Author Posted July 26, 2016 Sorry if i'm posting to many, but sometimes i just can't help myself......................... Lenkrad Richter ft. Dana Jean Phoenix - Who The Hell Are You (Opolopo remix) Traxsource 15/8, general release 29/8
ajb Posted July 28, 2016 Author Posted July 28, 2016 nice................... Clemens Rumpf & Marcell Russel – Ain’t Dancing Without You https://www.traxsource.com/title/648735/aint-dancing-without-you 1
Chris Turnbull Posted July 29, 2016 Posted July 29, 2016 22 hours ago, ajb said: Clemens Rumpf & Marcell Russel – Ain’t Dancing Without You Great stuff - also hammered his 'Nothing but a house party' from last year
Mark R Posted July 29, 2016 Posted July 29, 2016 On Monday, July 25, 2016 at 17:39, Mickey Finn said: Hi Alan, thanks for these - Vick Lavender is always interesting and even if not always hitting the spot he's got a high hit rate (for me at least). Would be interested to know who's on the organ on the third track. The Andy Edit tune is definitely a summer tune - have they left it too late release-wise? Could be Mike Logan....... Cheers Mark R
Mark R Posted July 29, 2016 Posted July 29, 2016 My tune of the moment probably has no place on here at all, but it's a killer all the same....... https://m.traxsource.com/track/3474953/the-blue-room-kaidi-tathams-shokazuku-remix/ Cheers, Mark R 1
ajb Posted July 30, 2016 Author Posted July 30, 2016 9 hours ago, Mark R said: My tune of the moment probably has no place on here at all, but it's a killer all the same....... https://m.traxsource.com/track/3474953/the-blue-room-kaidi-tathams-shokazuku-remix/ Cheers, Mark R thats what this thread is for Mark, things that don't have a place any where else ........ while your on, if your still doing your weekly chart? please post it on here, that'd be great if you would alan
Mickey Finn Posted July 30, 2016 Posted July 30, 2016 21 hours ago, Mark R said: Could be Mike Logan....... Cheers Mark R Hi Mark, good to see you aboard. Thanks for the tip
Mark R Posted July 30, 2016 Posted July 30, 2016 (edited) Just asked Vick, the keys player you ask of is Spike Rebel, but Mike Logan is also on the EP on the track "So Watcha Got"...... Cheers, Mark R Edited July 30, 2016 by Mark R Updated information
Mark R Posted July 30, 2016 Posted July 30, 2016 For you Vick Lavender fans, can I take this opportunity to encourage you to listen to these from when we flew him in for our gig back in 2011........his live DJ set........ https://starpointsoulboy.podomatic.com/entry/2011-08-19T04_00_50-07_00 As you'll notice at the end I was quite excited that we'd pulled this one off!! :-) ......and the radio interview from the night before where you can get the inside info on his musicians and the Chicago scene of yesteryear plus a whole lot more......... https://starpointsoulboy.podomatic.com/entry/2011-08-12T04_00_49-07_00 Cheers, Mark R 2
ajb Posted July 31, 2016 Author Posted July 31, 2016 this is an album well worth a listen, download only at the present, but oh so good! and then some...................... Amp Fiddler - Motor City Booty 1. Return Of the Ghetto Fly Feat Neco Redd 2. Superficial 3. Slippin On Ya Pimpin Feat Dames Brown 4. 1960 What? Feat London House Cats Choir 5. Soul Fly (Part 1) Feat Dames Brown 6. Soul Fly (Part 2) Feat Dames Brown 7. Steppin Feat Dames Brown 8. Your Love Is All I Need 9. I Got It Feat Alena 10. Funk Is Here To Stay 11. Send A Message https://www.junodownload.com/products/amp-fiddler-motor-city-booty/3148444-02/ 2
ajb Posted August 1, 2016 Author Posted August 1, 2016 Todays treat..................... Tetsuya Nagahama - Faire L'amour ( T Groove Remix) 1
Algsoul Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) classic Rahsaan Patterson Where You Are Silk's Old Edited August 1, 2016 by algsoul
Chris Turnbull Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 On 31/07/2016 at 09:39, ajb said: this is an album well worth a listen, download only at the present, but oh so good! and then some...................... Amp Fiddler - Motor City Booty You're right that's really good - loads of good tracks, and love the 1960 What
Mark R Posted August 1, 2016 Posted August 1, 2016 (edited) 3 hours ago, algsoul said: classic Rahsaan Patterson Where You Are Silk's Old Wrong place for this really but I got one of these spare for sale...... £25 Inc. standard UK P&P. Cheers, Mark R Edited August 1, 2016 by Mark R Correction
ajb Posted August 15, 2016 Author Posted August 15, 2016 A couple thats taken my fancy........................ H Justini ft. Richelle Hicks - For Love Delakeyz - Dancin' Kid EP enjoy
ajb Posted August 15, 2016 Author Posted August 15, 2016 this may well be my track of the year, if you can find a copy buy it...................... Lapsley - Operator (DJ Kose's extended disco version) 1
ajb Posted August 15, 2016 Author Posted August 15, 2016 you might one of these, but don't take my word for it.................... "Melodies International are happy to announce the long-awaited reissue of three of the most desired records from the ‘modern soul’ scene. Privately recorded in the Detroit area between ’73 and ’78, and scarcely distributed since, the rare ‘Aged In Harmony’ 7”s have become highly sought after and much revered by soul enthusiasts around the world. The unique vibrations emanating from these very special records have resonated at the heart of the Melodies label since it’s conception, originally prompting the birth of the internationally acclaimed “You’re A Melody” party and forever inspiring generations of soul collectors to dig that little bit deeper. All originally written, arranged and produced by Arnold Moore, the six recordings bring together Strings, Vocals, Guitars, Synths, Horns and Drums for the perfect marriage of textures; each track contributing it’s own individual energy to the warming aura which surrounds the whole collection. There’s something about these compositions that draws you closer to anyone in your vicinity - trust me.After lovingly remastering these gems in conjunction with their creator, Melodies are proud to present the masterpieces together as a set for the very first time, accompanied by the second edition of the label’s very own Melozine, which features an exclusive interview with Arnold himself, amongst much, much more…" given the price of originals, and un-official releases are fetching, this little pack will come as a nice addition to your collection. https://www.juno.co.uk/products/aged-in-harmony-youre-a-melody/621696-01/ original......... 2
ajb Posted August 15, 2016 Author Posted August 15, 2016 (edited) Five recces' in one day, blimey..................... Falcon Punch ft. Wild & Free - Higher Edited August 15, 2016 by ajb spelling 2
ajb Posted August 16, 2016 Author Posted August 16, 2016 liking this, a lot!..................... RedSoul ft. Carla Prather - The One ( RedSoul Classic Remix) Out 26/8 via traxsource 1
ajb Posted August 24, 2016 Author Posted August 24, 2016 right up my street............. Matt Nelkin ft. Colonel Red - Street Player 1
ajb Posted August 30, 2016 Author Posted August 30, 2016 Russ over at Superdiscoedits as found more lost gems from '87............... "Brian Morgan, guitarist who played on the classic Sugar Hill Gang cut "Rappers Delight and who was a young protégé to soul legend Kashif.Here we have the feel good cut of "A good time" Due to a move in location Brian decided to shelve this song for the time being, and concentrate on other matters.Around late 2014 he dug out the old tapes and carried on from where he left of, like no time had even passed.He kept most parts of those original 1987 recordings, and gave them a little modern day sparkle.Both sides are previously un-issued until today." www.superdiscoedits.com
ajb Posted September 11, 2016 Author Posted September 11, 2016 i missed this back in February, but so i glad i've caught up............... Mia Laquan - Don't Leave https://www.mialaquan.com/music
ajb Posted October 27, 2016 Author Posted October 27, 2016 this tempted me out to post..................
ajb Posted October 29, 2016 Author Posted October 29, 2016 get one while you still can.................. Arnold Blair - Finally made it home
Sjclement Posted October 30, 2016 Posted October 30, 2016 18 hours ago, ajb said: get one while you still can.................. Arnold Blair - Finally made it home I understand that there were a few promo's available a few months ago these have since gone and (we) are eagerly awaiting the arrival of a pre-orderred release copy fromSoul Brother . Question is, is the release now available? someone has one on discogs at £69.99 is this a release or promo? has demand created another BLD situation as the man said get it now its a fantastic slab of mids 70s soul
John Reed Posted October 30, 2016 Posted October 30, 2016 (edited) The promos of Arnold Blair have not for sale on them. People have posted up pictures of issues on facebook Edited October 30, 2016 by John Reed
ajb Posted October 30, 2016 Author Posted October 30, 2016 picked my copy up from juno, so they must of gone on general sale
Algsoul Posted October 30, 2016 Posted October 30, 2016 just bought mine from soul brother records £15.00
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