Popular Post Chalky Posted December 22, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted December 22, 2022 Thye sad news just keeps coming with the death of legendary Philadelphia Soul Man Thom Bell. R.I.P. and thank you for the music https://www.soultracks.com/story-thom-bell-dies (December 22, 2022) We are devastated to share the news of the passing of the iconic producer, arranger and songwriter Thom Bell, at age 79, as reported by Philadelphia station WDAS-FM. Much of Soul music history over the last half century has revolved around great producer/artist combinations. But no combination was more pleasing than the work of the Spinners and producer Thom Bell from 1972-77. With "Mighty Three" partners Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, Bell created the Sound of Philadelphia, the most important and dominant sound of the early and mid 70s, and the heir to the dominant Motown sound of the 60s. And as a songwriter, producer and arranger, Bell established himself as one of the most important Soul music figures of all time. 2 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Tobytyke Posted December 22, 2022 Share Posted December 22, 2022 RIP Thom Bell his work with the Delfonics was sublime. 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Mickey Finn Posted December 23, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted December 23, 2022 Terribly sad news. What an amazing contribution to the world of music, and as one of the Mighty Three an absolute giant of soul. One of the highlights of last summer was listening to Derek Mead play this at the Blackpool and Whitby weekenders. A fantastic arrangement and wonderful to hear played out over a proper sound system. RIP and thank you for the music. 6 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Amsterdam Russ Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 Another sad loss. RIP Thom. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Thinksmart Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 RIP Thomas Bell and thanks for a huge contribution to Soul music. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Johndelve Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 One of the greatest talents to work within the sphere of soul. We were very lucky to have heard his work. R.I.P. 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chalky Posted December 23, 2022 Author Share Posted December 23, 2022 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Westender Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 To my mind he was a genius. Wonderful songwriter but his productions were on a different level. R.I.P 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulman58 Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 One of the greats who wrote and produced some of the iconic soul hits of our lifetime. The fact that so many were covered time and time again shows the longevity of these songs. Many thanks for the memories. RIP Thom Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Greety Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 You can only imagine how many records Thom was involved in. Has anybody seen a poor record with his name on the label? He is probably working with the angels as we speak. May God bless you Sir. 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
David Meikle Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 Co-arranged by Thom Bell. RIP Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Stateside Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 From the age of 15 Thom Bell was a name that meant quality to me. Trawling through market stalls and record shops, you always knew the record was worth having if he had anything to do with it. I'm sure I read somewhere that in later life he became a recluse. RIP, up there with the best of them 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soul Shrews Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 Genius pure and simple. Thanks for the music Mr Bell Cheers Paul 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Our Kid Posted December 23, 2022 Share Posted December 23, 2022 Very industrious musical genius, as said above, his name littered the labels. Early outta the gate....Damon Fox Packin' Up All time classic....Detroit Spinners I'll be around. RIP, back with the family. Paul Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Daved Posted December 24, 2022 Share Posted December 24, 2022 I love this Ronnie Dyson song. One of his best 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Chris L Posted December 24, 2022 Share Posted December 24, 2022 On 22/12/2022 at 22:02, Chalky said: Thye sad news just keeps coming with the death of legendary Philadelphia Soul Man Thom Bell. R.I.P. and thank you for the music https://www.soultracks.com/story-thom-bell-dies (December 22, 2022) We are devastated to share the news of the passing of the iconic producer, arranger and songwriter Thom Bell, at age 79, as reported by Philadelphia station WDAS-FM. Much of Soul music history over the last half century has revolved around great producer/artist combinations. But no combination was more pleasing than the work of the Spinners and producer Thom Bell from 1972-77. With "Mighty Three" partners Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, Bell created the Sound of Philadelphia, the most important and dominant sound of the early and mid 70s, and the heir to the dominant Motown sound of the 60s. And as a songwriter, producer and arranger, Bell established himself as one of the most important Soul music figures of all time. Oh my gosh yes very sad indeed, genius for sure. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 25, 2022 Share Posted December 25, 2022 The arrangement and melody on this one is beautiful. R.I.P. Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Motownmagic Posted December 26, 2022 Share Posted December 26, 2022 RIP thanks for the great music Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Popular Post Tlscapital Posted December 26, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted December 26, 2022 (edited) A most cherished (in this home) Tamla "oddball" release somehow with such an encounter of talents that too often when together dwell into "porridge" IMO. But that here thanks to Thom Bell's dainty arrangement giving it all the "air", "crystal clear" and 'gloss' it needs to allow all to shine through is only for the better on this most humble Billy Stewart hommage. Edited December 26, 2022 by Tlscapital 4 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soul Shrews Posted December 26, 2022 Share Posted December 26, 2022 An old favourite. Cheers Paul 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mickey Finn Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 A decent obit in the Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2022/dec/29/thom-bell-obituary 2 1 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Soulfusion Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 I grew up on songs arranged, written and/or produced by Thom Bell - Often not realising that fact until much later in life! Classically trained Thom was one of the first to successfully integrate orchestral sounds into arrangements and production without losing the soul. The retrospective CD from Kent a few years back is an essential listen. 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Mickey Finn Posted December 30, 2022 Share Posted December 30, 2022 2 hours ago, Soulfusion said: I grew up on songs arranged, written and/or produced by Thom Bell - Often not realising that fact until much later in life! Classically trained Thom was one of the first to successfully integrate orchestral sounds into arrangements and production without losing the soul. The retrospective CD from Kent a few years back is an essential listen. Indeed ... fingers crossed for volume 2 Link to comment Social source share More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Get involved with Soul Source
Add your comments now
Join Soul Source
A free & easy soul music affair!
Join Soul Source now!Log in to Soul Source
Jump right back in!
Log in now!