THE VIBRATIONS: Shake It Up * CHESS, tiny edge chip nap, M-, 425.- Euro
Superb rare Groove Modern Soul rarity on Chicago's Chess label, but this here has Philly written all over it. Bunny Sigler on writing credits and the arrangement is by Vince Montana.
LITTLE RON JOHNSON: I Keep Telling You * HARD TIMES, Vinyl VG++, labels water damaged, 200.- Euro
A Vibrato-Guitar sets the tone for one of the most distinguished soul sounds on the scene today. Soulful to the max and a beat, that it's hard to resist. Shame about the labels, which are really badly water damaged, but hey, it's in the grooves what counts and this copy is shiny and clean on the vinyl side. Sold for twice as much on an auction recently.
PEACE AND LOVE: We Got The Power * RAFF, VG-, 175.- Euro
Mexico only Latin Soul with an irresistable groove, some great vocals and a breakdown to die for. Record has numerous light scratches and plays great. A rare and widely unknown record, that got all the ingredients to crossover to soul venues.
THE WOO WOO'S: Spooky Grinder / Ooh Ooh..! * HOTPIE & CANDY, VG+, 100.- Euro
This is a Poets Of Rhythm release under one of their numerous aliases. Two hard hitting funk sides for you to consider... The only other copy available is on discogs and the joker wants more then 600 bucks for it, so I guess this price here is a bit more realistic.
GETTO KITTY: Stand Up And Be Counted * STROUD, VG+ to VG++, 75.- Euro
1972 funky soul burner, that looks like an ex copy, but has some mild crackles on one of the channels during the intro, hence the low price tag. A perfect DJ copy!
LEE McDONALD: Gotta Get Home / Show Me * DEBBIE, M-, 75.- Euro
Outstanding Modern Soul stepper from 1979. Top side is on the rare LP by Lee McDonald a s well, but the 7" provides a different compared to the LP-take. Flip it over for a beautiful slow jam.
JOHN WILLIAMS & THE TICK TOCKS: Do Me Like You Do Me / Blues Tears And Sorrows * TOU-SEA, promo, 60.- Euro
Great New Orleans soul on either side. The uptempo dancer "Do Me..." is a Northern Soul favourite and the ballad side "Blues, Tears And Sorrow" is Deep Soul at it's finest.
DEBBIE S.: Try My Love * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 60.- Euro
Flawless copy (except the weird label cut off) of this amazing Detroit mellow groover. Super soulful vocals and a dreamy two-step arrangement. Highly recomended!
THE WHOLE DARN FAMILY: Half Of Seven Minutes Of Funk / Ain't Nothing But Something To Do * SOUL INTERNATIONAL, M-, 1st press, 60.- Euro
Genuine first press of this funky 70's mover (second press has an Amherst distribution adress on the label). Unfortunately the first presses are styrene and all copies I ever came across plays slightly hissy and so does this copy here. Nothing to bad and the record cleans up nicely after a few seconds. This is of course the great and underrated Tyrone Thomas behind this super clubby funky soul spin.
TOMMIE YOUNG: Hit & Run Lover * SOUL POWER, wol, VG-, 50.- Euro
Slightly wounded copy of this immense funky soul masterpiece for less trhen half of the going rate. This copy plays with mild pops and light crackles, but no skips. Check the soundbyte before ordering and get yourself a bargain.
FAUNS BELL: Gift Of Love / Who Did It * WAVE, M-, 50.- Euro
Rare and great sweet soul 45, that lurks heavy into "mellow groove"-territory on the top side. So 2-step fans have a listen. Flipside is a kind of funky free soul dancer and great in it's own right.
TOMMY BRYANT: I Wanna Come Home To You Baby * T-NECK, promo, M-, 40.- Euro
Totally underrated Northern Soul dancer on the Isley Brother's owned label. Uptempo, soulful and produced to perfections by the Isleys. I've never seen an issue of this and I doubt, that they exist. Anyway, great uptempo 60's soul for the dancefloor.
WILLIE WRIGHT & HIS SPARKLES: Got A Feelin' / What Will I Say * FEDERAL, VG++, 40.- Euro
Classy R&B with a mighty fine deep side with lead vocals by Jesse Anderson. I'm pretty sure, that this Willie Wright has nothing to do with the "Right On For The Darkness"-guy, but who knows? The songwriter, Jesse Anderson is definitely the Chicago fella, who recorded some great tunes for Chess and Thomas. Anyway, two great sides for you to consider.
FREDDIE HUBBARD feat JEANNIE TRACY: You're Gonna Lose Me * FANTASY, M-, 40.- Euro
Mindblowing good jazzy Modern Soul stepper featuring the vocals of Jeannie "Making New Friends" Tracy. Flawless copy here and simply way to good to ignore.
RICK LANCELOT: Sick Chick / Ain't That Soul * PEPPERMINT STICK, VG+, wol label flipisde, 40.- Euro
Rare 60's soul two-sider and this is Rick Lancelot's only independent release. He had a handful 45s on RCA and one on 2oth Century, this here seems to be rather rare and it's a good dancer as well.
GEORGE McCANNON, III: Seven Million People * FUN' 45, VG++, mild label damage, 40.- Euro
A forgotten Northern Soul oldie, that had quite some following back in the days and it sounds freash as a daisy today. A record, that you don't see everyday.
OTTO DE ROJAS Y LOS ULTRAS 76: Al Ritmo Del Bump-Bump * RCA, Made in Peru, VG to VG-, 30.- Euro
Funky latin instro with a tighten-up-vibe and this is of course a cover of Young Holt Unlimited's "Soulful Strut". Some Northern Jocks picked this up and it has only been released in Peru.
SAM "IRONING BOARD" MOORE: I Laugh / This Is A New Day * SANSU, M-, 30.- Euro
Keyboarder and singer 'Ironing Board Sam' was a travelling musician, who got his nickname from a gig, where no keyboard rack was available and he used an ironing board for replacement. In the mid seventies he stranded in New Orleans and recorded for Allen Toussaint some remarkable 45s. This offering has two great super soulful 70's soul sides.
Z.Z. HILL: Don't Make Promises (You Can't Keep) / Set Your Sights Higher * KENT, M- 30.- Euro, on hold
Such a great and underrated two-sider! This shares the same backing track as Eddie Rey's "I've Got Something Of Value", but this one has definitely the better lead vocals and sells for a fraction of Eddie Rey. The flip is great as well and deserves more attention.
DIAMOND JOE: The ABC Song / Look Way Back * DEESU, promo, M-, 30.- Euro
Excellent, hard hitting Nola funky soul produced by Allen Touissant and Marshall Sehorn. Diamond Joe recorded some fabulous 60's side for Sansu records and is surely one of the most underrated vocalists from the the Big Easy. Flip it over and you see what I mean; facemelting deep soul by Joseph Maryland aka "Diamond Joe". A truly gifted singer; a rough edged, fast moving soul. He was possessed of a gruff baritone that could move from a growl to the most subtle whisper within a few minutes of music. He died homeless in 2010 in his hometwon New Orleans and only recorded seven 45s and every single one is as good as this here.
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soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoetheabc.mp3
DIAMOND JOE: Hurry Back To Me / Don't Set Me Back * SANSU, M-, 25.- Euro
One of the finest vocalists coming from the crescent city going by the name of Diamond Joe. The guy is a mystery and little is known except his legacy of seven great 45s with this two Allen Touissant productions are no exception. One side superb uptempo and the flipside has an amazing stop-and-go-arrangement with belting vocals by the man.
AARON NEVILLE: All These Things / She's On My Mind * BELL, promo, M-, 25.- Euro
Nola magic on both sides by the big guy Aaaron Neville, blessed with a voice beyond compare. No, this is not for the dancefloor or something to impress your friends with; it's just mindblowing good soulmusic.
ERNIE SHELBY: Punish Me / Bend Over Backwards * POLYDOR, M-, mild storage warp, 25.- Euro
Polydor's A&R man for soulmusic definitely had good taste, some great records came out on this major label. Most of them didn't sell at all and are highly collectable these days. Especially the issues, that in many cases have the better track on it then the mono/stereo promos. Here we have an overlooked Muscle Shoals production co-written by Phillip Mitchell (flipside is co-written by George Soule, who also played drums on both sides) and produced by Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford. Two stunning southern soul sides by a guy, who only released six 45s in his career
SOULFUL JEB STUART: (Gonna Keep On Dancin') Cause I Got Soul / You're Mine * GREAT AMERICAN, M-, 25.- Euro
Two great uptempo Florida soul sides by Jeb Stuart, a Memphgis born veteran of the R&B scene, who relocated to Florida in the late 60's and fromed his own label "Great American".
OTIS LEAVILL: Glad I Met You / There's Nothing Better * DAKAR, M-, 20.- Euro
Excellent early 70's crossover dancer backed up by slower, more mellow, side. Produced by Willie Henderson and arranged by Tom Tom Washington, a really soulful sound in my book and affordable too!
GEORGE BENSON: Love X Love * WARNER BROTHERS Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, 10.- Euro
Modern Soul classic on a nice looking german picture sleeve issue. A record that always sounds great and never fails to set some fire on the dancefloor.
JOHNNIE TAYLOR: Friday Night * STAX Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, 10.- Euro
Cool looking germnan picture sleeve issue of an immortal soul recording penned by Popcorn Wylie and Tony Hester. Stunning soulmusic on a rare release from Krautland.
GARLAND GREEN: Jealous Kind Of Fella / Can't Believe You Quit Me * UNI, M-, 10.- Euro
Two quality soul sides back to back, both written by Josshie "Jo" Armstead and produced by Mike Terry and Jo Armstead. No way to spend 10.- Euro better then on this masterpiece!
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To order: PM me . Records will be reserved on a strict first come, first served basis.
New postage rates!
No matter how big your order is, 7.- Euro flat unless you want registered postage!
I recomend registration for all orders over 50.- Euro for additional cost of 3.- Euros.
The list is not really sorted, so you find Funk, next to Northern and R&B next to Modern. Prices are in Euro!!!
Grading: Goldmine grading system - M- / VG++/ VG+ / VG / VG- etc.
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THE VIBRATIONS: Shake It Up * CHESS, tiny edge chip nap, M-, 425.- Euro
Superb rare Groove Modern Soul rarity on Chicago's Chess label, but this here has Philly written all over it. Bunny Sigler on writing credits and the arrangement is by Vince Montana.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/vibrationsshakeitup.mp3
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LITTLE RON JOHNSON: I Keep Telling You * HARD TIMES, Vinyl VG++, labels water damaged, 200.- Euro
A Vibrato-Guitar sets the tone for one of the most distinguished soul sounds on the scene today. Soulful to the max and a beat, that it's hard to resist. Shame about the labels, which are really badly water damaged, but hey, it's in the grooves what counts and this copy is shiny and clean on the vinyl side. Sold for twice as much on an auction recently.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ikeeptellingyouroyleejohnson.mp3
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PEACE AND LOVE: We Got The Power * RAFF, VG-, 175.- Euro
Mexico only Latin Soul with an irresistable groove, some great vocals and a breakdown to die for. Record has numerous light scratches and plays great. A rare and widely unknown record, that got all the ingredients to crossover to soul venues.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/peaceandwegotthe.mp3
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THE WOO WOO'S: Spooky Grinder / Ooh Ooh..! * HOTPIE & CANDY, VG+, 100.- Euro
This is a Poets Of Rhythm release under one of their numerous aliases. Two hard hitting funk sides for you to consider... The only other copy available is on discogs and the joker wants more then 600 bucks for it, so I guess this price here is a bit more realistic.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/woowoosspooky.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/woowoooohooh.mp3
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THE SOUL SEARCHERS: Save A Soul In Every Town * NASHBORO, M-, 75.- Euro, on hold
Funky gospel banger, that fills floors across the globe in immaculate condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/soulsearcherssaveasoul.mp3
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GETTO KITTY: Stand Up And Be Counted * STROUD, VG+ to VG++, 75.- Euro
1972 funky soul burner, that looks like an ex copy, but has some mild crackles on one of the channels during the intro, hence the low price tag. A perfect DJ copy!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/gettokittystandup.mp3
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LEE McDONALD: Gotta Get Home / Show Me * DEBBIE, M-, 75.- Euro
Outstanding Modern Soul stepper from 1979. Top side is on the rare LP by Lee McDonald a s well, but the 7" provides a different compared to the LP-take. Flip it over for a beautiful slow jam.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldgottaget.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldshow.mp3
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JOHN WILLIAMS & THE TICK TOCKS: Do Me Like You Do Me / Blues Tears And Sorrows * TOU-SEA, promo, 60.- Euro
Great New Orleans soul on either side. The uptempo dancer "Do Me..." is a Northern Soul favourite and the ballad side "Blues, Tears And Sorrow" is Deep Soul at it's finest.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnwilliamsdome.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnwilliamsbluestears.mp3
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DEBBIE S.: Try My Love * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 60.- Euro
Flawless copy (except the weird label cut off) of this amazing Detroit mellow groover. Super soulful vocals and a dreamy two-step arrangement. Highly recomended!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/debbiestrymy.mp3
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THE WHOLE DARN FAMILY: Half Of Seven Minutes Of Funk / Ain't Nothing But Something To Do * SOUL INTERNATIONAL, M-, 1st press, 60.- Euro
Genuine first press of this funky 70's mover (second press has an Amherst distribution adress on the label). Unfortunately the first presses are styrene and all copies I ever came across plays slightly hissy and so does this copy here. Nothing to bad and the record cleans up nicely after a few seconds. This is of course the great and underrated Tyrone Thomas behind this super clubby funky soul spin.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/wholedarnfamilyhalf.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/wholedarnfamilyaintnothing.mp3
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TOMMIE YOUNG: Hit & Run Lover * SOUL POWER, wol, VG-, 50.- Euro
Slightly wounded copy of this immense funky soul masterpiece for less trhen half of the going rate. This copy plays with mild pops and light crackles, but no skips. Check the soundbyte before ordering and get yourself a bargain.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tommieyounghit.mp3
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FAUNS BELL: Gift Of Love / Who Did It * WAVE, M-, 50.- Euro
Rare and great sweet soul 45, that lurks heavy into "mellow groove"-territory on the top side. So 2-step fans have a listen. Flipside is a kind of funky free soul dancer and great in it's own right.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/faunsbellgiftoflove.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/faunsbellwhodidit.mp3
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I.U. SOUL REVUE: Music Is Just A Party / Seasons Of Love (feat. Corrine Givens) * AFRO-AMERICAN INSTITUTE, VG, 40.- Euro
1977 Indianapolis funky soul and a kickstarter for every party. Flip it over for a nice sweet soul track featuring the vocals of Corrine Givens.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/iusoulrevueparty.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/iusoulrevueseasons.mp3
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TOMMY BRYANT: I Wanna Come Home To You Baby * T-NECK, promo, M-, 40.- Euro
Totally underrated Northern Soul dancer on the Isley Brother's owned label. Uptempo, soulful and produced to perfections by the Isleys. I've never seen an issue of this and I doubt, that they exist. Anyway, great uptempo 60's soul for the dancefloor.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tommybryantiwannacome.mp3
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WILLIE WRIGHT & HIS SPARKLES: Got A Feelin' / What Will I Say * FEDERAL, VG++, 40.- Euro
Classy R&B with a mighty fine deep side with lead vocals by Jesse Anderson. I'm pretty sure, that this Willie Wright has nothing to do with the "Right On For The Darkness"-guy, but who knows? The songwriter, Jesse Anderson is definitely the Chicago fella, who recorded some great tunes for Chess and Thomas. Anyway, two great sides for you to consider.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williewrightgotafeeling.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williewrightwhatwillisay.mp3
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FREDDIE HUBBARD feat JEANNIE TRACY: You're Gonna Lose Me * FANTASY, M-, 40.- Euro
Mindblowing good jazzy Modern Soul stepper featuring the vocals of Jeannie "Making New Friends" Tracy. Flawless copy here and simply way to good to ignore.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/freddiehubbardyouregonna.mp3
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RICK LANCELOT: Sick Chick / Ain't That Soul * PEPPERMINT STICK, VG+, wol label flipisde, 40.- Euro
Rare 60's soul two-sider and this is Rick Lancelot's only independent release. He had a handful 45s on RCA and one on 2oth Century, this here seems to be rather rare and it's a good dancer as well.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ricklancelotsickchick.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ricklancelotaintthat.mp3
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GEORGE McCANNON, III: Seven Million People * FUN' 45, VG++, mild label damage, 40.- Euro
A forgotten Northern Soul oldie, that had quite some following back in the days and it sounds freash as a daisy today. A record, that you don't see everyday.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/georgemccannonsevenmillion.mp3
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BENNY SPELLMAN: I Feel Good / The Word Game * ATLANTIC, promo, VG++, 35.- Euro
Overlooked New Orleans uptempo Northern dancer written by Ivan Neville and arranged by Allen Touissant.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bennyspellmanifeelgoood.mp3
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QUINCY JONES & HIS ORCHESTRA: Soul Bossa Nova * MERCURY; VG++, 30.- Euro
A jazz dance classic, sampled by Gang Starr and one of the finest records the genius Quincy Jones ever recorded.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/quincyjonessoulboss.mp3
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CORDELLS: You Do A Thing To My Mind * STEEL TOWN SOUND, M-, 30.- Euro
60's soul dancer with kind of garage feel to it and surely with a lot of milleage in the grooves. Check the soundbyte!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cordellsyoudoathing.mp3
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(JOE) BATAAN: Womand Don't Wanna Love Me / X-Rated Symphony * EPIC, VG++, 30.- Euro
Funky latin soul from the top shelf and this is the rarer issue with X-Rated Symphony on the flip.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joebataaanwomandont.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joebataaanxrated.mp3
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UNCLE REMUS: Number One * SANSU, M-, 30.- Euro
Nice New Orleans soulful funky boogie dancer in beautiful shape.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/uncleremusnumberone.mp3
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OTTO DE ROJAS Y LOS ULTRAS 76: Al Ritmo Del Bump-Bump * RCA, Made in Peru, VG to VG-, 30.- Euro
Funky latin instro with a tighten-up-vibe and this is of course a cover of Young Holt Unlimited's "Soulful Strut". Some Northern Jocks picked this up and it has only been released in Peru.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otttoalritmde.mp3
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BETTY WRIGHT: Circle Of Heartbreaks * ALSTON, M-, 30.- Euro
Moody crossover Northern dancer, that ticks all the boxes. Condition is simply stunning, totally mint and in it's original birthsleeve too.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bettywrightcircle.mp3
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SAM "IRONING BOARD" MOORE: I Laugh / This Is A New Day * SANSU, M-, 30.- Euro
Keyboarder and singer 'Ironing Board Sam' was a travelling musician, who got his nickname from a gig, where no keyboard rack was available and he used an ironing board for replacement. In the mid seventies he stranded in New Orleans and recorded for Allen Toussaint some remarkable 45s. This offering has two great super soulful 70's soul sides.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sammooreilaugh.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sammoorethisisa.mp3
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LOUISE BROWN: Son-In-Law * WITCH, M-, slight label flaking, 30.- Euro
Hard as nails female Chicago R&B dancer in beautiful condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/louisebrownsoninlaw.mp3
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THE KNIGHT BROS.: That'll Get It * CHESS, made in the UK, M-, 30.- Euro
Rarish UK issue of this awesome 60's dancer in immaculate condition.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/knightbrosthatllget.mp3
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Z.Z. HILL: Don't Make Promises (You Can't Keep) / Set Your Sights Higher * KENT, M- 30.- Euro, on hold
Such a great and underrated two-sider! This shares the same backing track as Eddie Rey's "I've Got Something Of Value", but this one has definitely the better lead vocals and sells for a fraction of Eddie Rey. The flip is great as well and deserves more attention.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/zzhilldoontmakepromises.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/zzhillsetyourrsights.mp3
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ATG: Dancin' Lady * SANSU, mild storage warp, nap, M-, 30.- Euro
Excellent early 80's dancer from the vaults of New Orleans Sansu label
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/atgdancinlady.mp3
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DIAMOND JOE: The ABC Song / Look Way Back * DEESU, promo, M-, 30.- Euro
Excellent, hard hitting Nola funky soul produced by Allen Touissant and Marshall Sehorn. Diamond Joe recorded some fabulous 60's side for Sansu records and is surely one of the most underrated vocalists from the the Big Easy. Flip it over and you see what I mean; facemelting deep soul by Joseph Maryland aka "Diamond Joe". A truly gifted singer; a rough edged, fast moving soul. He was possessed of a gruff baritone that could move from a growl to the most subtle whisper within a few minutes of music. He died homeless in 2010 in his hometwon New Orleans and only recorded seven 45s and every single one is as good as this here.
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soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoetheabc.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoelookway.mp3
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THE AMBASSADORS: Can't Take My Eyes Of You * ARCTIC, single sided promo, VG++, 30.- Euro
Philly sweet soul masterpiece on a single sided promotional copy.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ambassadorscanttakemy.mp3
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BOBBY WADE: I'm In Love With You * WAY OUT, VG++, 30.- Euro
Cleveland / Ohio deep crossover soul goodie.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbywadeiminlove.mp3
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DIAMOND JOE: Hurry Back To Me / Don't Set Me Back * SANSU, M-, 25.- Euro
One of the finest vocalists coming from the crescent city going by the name of Diamond Joe. The guy is a mystery and little is known except his legacy of seven great 45s with this two Allen Touissant productions are no exception. One side superb uptempo and the flipside has an amazing stop-and-go-arrangement with belting vocals by the man.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoehurryback.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/diamondjoedontsetme.mp3
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AARON NEVILLE: All These Things / She's On My Mind * BELL, promo, M-, 25.- Euro
Nola magic on both sides by the big guy Aaaron Neville, blessed with a voice beyond compare. No, this is not for the dancefloor or something to impress your friends with; it's just mindblowing good soulmusic.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevilleallthese.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/aaronnevilleshesonmymind.mp3
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TONY OWENS: (When You're Wrong) You Got To Pay The Price * LISTENING POST, M-, 25.- Euro
Nice clean copy of this indemand New Orleans crossover dancer from 1973.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/tonyowenspaytheprice.mp3
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ERNIE SHELBY: Punish Me / Bend Over Backwards * POLYDOR, M-, mild storage warp, 25.- Euro
Polydor's A&R man for soulmusic definitely had good taste, some great records came out on this major label. Most of them didn't sell at all and are highly collectable these days. Especially the issues, that in many cases have the better track on it then the mono/stereo promos. Here we have an overlooked Muscle Shoals production co-written by Phillip Mitchell (flipside is co-written by George Soule, who also played drums on both sides) and produced by Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford. Two stunning southern soul sides by a guy, who only released six 45s in his career
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbypunishme.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbybendover.mp3
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SOULFUL JEB STUART: (Gonna Keep On Dancin') Cause I Got Soul / You're Mine * GREAT AMERICAN, M-, 25.- Euro
Two great uptempo Florida soul sides by Jeb Stuart, a Memphgis born veteran of the R&B scene, who relocated to Florida in the late 60's and fromed his own label "Great American".
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/soulfuljebcauseigotsoul.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/soulfuljebyouremine.mp3
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FREDDIE WILSON: What Would It Be Like * GRANDVILLE, M-, 25.- Euro
Excellent and underrated 1972 funky soul from Albany / Georgia.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/freddiewilsonwhatwouldit.mp3
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CLEA BRADFORD: My Love's A Monster / Summertime * CADET, M-, 25.- Euro
Two great 60's dance sides with a jazzy edge on this extra clean Cadet release.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cleabradfordmylove.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cleabradfordsummertime.mp3
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THE SWANS: You Better Be A Good Girl Now * SWAN, sticker on lbl, VG++, 20.- Euro
Nice Philly 60's uptempo soul dancer with some involvement by Kenny Gamble.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/swansyoubetter.mp3
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JOE HAYWOOD: (Play Me) A Cornbread Song * KENT, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Unplayed promo copy of this raw and powerful New Orleans funky soul goodie.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joehaywoodplaymea.mp3
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OTIS LEAVILL: Glad I Met You / There's Nothing Better * DAKAR, M-, 20.- Euro
Excellent early 70's crossover dancer backed up by slower, more mellow, side. Produced by Willie Henderson and arranged by Tom Tom Washington, a really soulful sound in my book and affordable too!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otisleavillglaimetyou.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otisleavilltheresnothing.mp3
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BILLY WADE: I Can't Help It Baby * ABC, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Nice clean promotional copy of this funky midtempo track with an incredible great Johnny Pate arrangement.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billywadeicantelp.mp3
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OSCAR BOYD: When Things Get A Little Better / Little Sweet Things You Do * HERMES; M-, 15.- Euro
Hard hitting 1962 R&B dancer with a quality soul flipside.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/oscarboydwhenthings.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/oscarboydlittlesweet.mp3
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ANN SEXTON: You're Losing Me * SEVENTY-SEVEN, VG+, 15.- Euro
1973 funky sister soul bomb, that works from bar one till the end. Simply a great and cheap record. Highly recomended!
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/annsextonyourelosing.mp3
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DONALD AUSTIN: Crazy Legs / Nanzee * EASTBOUND, M-, 15.- Euro
Two great club funk sides on Detroit's legendary West/Eastbound label.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/donaldaustincrazylegs.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/donaldaustinnanzee.mp3
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EXECUTIVE SUITE: When The Fuel Runs Out * BABYLON, VG++, residue from a sticker on lbl, 15.- Euro
Uptempo Philly 70's dancer with some Bunny Sigler involvement.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/exxecutivesuitewhenthe.mp3
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RON AND CANDY: Lovely Weekend * INNER CITY, VG to VG+, plays great, wol, 12.- Euro
Lovely 70's dancer produced by George Semper.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ronandcandylovely.mp3
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THE NILSMEN: The Sand Step / Le Winston * RJR, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, 12.- Euro
A late 60's Camel-advertising 45 with two super funky organ driven instrumentals.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/nilsmensandsttep.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/nilsmenleewinston.mp3
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OTIS LEAVILL: I Need You / I Love You * DAKAR, VG+++ to M-, 10.- Euro
Two seeet and mellow chicago early 70's sides back to back. Quality soul without any doubt and you collect the mighty Dakar label, don't you?
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otisleavilllineed.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/otisleavillliloveyou.mp3
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THE MAD-LADS: No Time Is Better Then Right Now / Whatever Hurts You * VOLT, promo, wol, VG+, 10.- Euro
Two great sides back to back, nice dancer on the featured side backed up by an immaculate groupsoul winner.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/madladsnotime.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/madladswhatver.mp3
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GEORGE BENSON: Love X Love * WARNER BROTHERS Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, 10.- Euro
Modern Soul classic on a nice looking german picture sleeve issue. A record that always sounds great and never fails to set some fire on the dancefloor.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/georgebensonlovexlovve.mp3
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JOHNNIE TAYLOR: Friday Night * STAX Germany, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, 10.- Euro
Cool looking germnan picture sleeve issue of an immortal soul recording penned by Popcorn Wylie and Tony Hester. Stunning soulmusic on a rare release from Krautland.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnietaylorfriday.mp3
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DARROW FLETCHER: Gonna Keep Loving You / We Can't Go On This Way * REVUE, M-, 10.- Euro
Beautiful clean copy of this awesome Chicago soul two sider. Housed in it's original company sleeve.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/darrowfkletchergonnakeep.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/darrowfletcherwecantgoon.mp3
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DARROW FLETCHER: What Is This / Dolly Baby * UNI, drill hole in lbl, M-, 10.- Euro
Nice clean copy of this awesome double header.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/darrowfletcherwhatis.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/darrowfletcherdolly.mp3
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GARLAND GREEN: Jealous Kind Of Fella / Can't Believe You Quit Me * UNI, M-, 10.- Euro
Two quality soul sides back to back, both written by Josshie "Jo" Armstead and produced by Mike Terry and Jo Armstead. No way to spend 10.- Euro better then on this masterpiece!
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenjealous.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenicantbelieve.mp3
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JOE QUARTERMAN & FREE SOUL: I Feel Like This / This Girl Of Mine * GSF, M-, 10.- Euro
Mint copy with two essential funky soul sides.
soundfile 1: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joequartermanifeellike.mp3
soundfile 2: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joequartermanthisgirlofmine.mp3
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JOE JOHNSON: Perfect Love Affair * GSF, VG++, tear on label, 10.- Euro
Great and underrated 70's soul shuffler, recorded in the mighty Malaco studios in Jackson/Mississippi.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joejohnsonperfect.mp3
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THE SPUNKY ONION: Cookie Man * CONTEMPO, Made in England, VG++, 10.- Euro
Florida funk 45, that only came out in the UK, produced by Miami's stalwarts Clarence Reid and Willie Clarke.
soundfile: https://hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/spunkyonioncookieman.mp3
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