Dave Moore

Great stuff Andy, I've drawn a blank. Lots of theories and conjecture but very little solid provenance. Look forward to hearing who she actually is. Regards, Dave

Has anyone made any progress in finding out who she was? Regards, Dave https://youtu.be/gaKQLKsLEtg

Ray Lewis for me: Simply because it has the fantastic "Sitting At Home With My Baby" on the flip. Regards, Dave

John, Have PM'd you a message about Miam/Tampa. As far as I know: Phil La of Soul was operated by Harold Lipsius in conjunction with Jesse James. The label was originally started to release product from Henry Stone's Miami set up. I think it started going wrong when the Miami artists weren't getting paid so the relationship slowly deteriorated - hence Phil La of Soul then having to source it's own 'local' product. Like many of the Jamie/Guyden labels Phil La of Soul wasn't really a 'developer' of artists careers, it sort of mirrored the smash and grab tactics that by that time, (66/67), Cameo Parkway had adopted in it's post Beatlemania death throes. By the time of it's final few 45s most of Philadelphia's musical entities were looking in another direction, (Sigma/Gamble and Huff) for their survival. If anyone has any definitive info on the set up of Phil La of Soul I'd be most appreciative. Regards, Dave

Andy Peebles - Radio Piccadilly early also mid 70s. Regards, Dave

So did "My Hearts Symphony" by Gary Lewis and The Playboys......don't make it a gud 'un tho does it Chalky lad. :lol: Anorak?? How very DARE you?! Regards, Dave

I know it's been done before but any chance I get to ridicule the out of tune dirge that is George Lemons - Fascinating Girl - Gold Soul, I'm afraid I'm gonna grab it with both hands! Jeeze, where to start? Musically, iIt has the appealing atmosphere of a poorly tuned Salvation Army band. And a Salvation Army band that has been forced to play in driving rainy weather conditions on a s remote a spot as say...Ilkley Moor. And bart' their hats! George has obviously been listening to his Mum when she told him he could sing as no one in their right mind thinks he can hold a tune surely? And to think that this was recorded at Terra Shirma? Perish the thought! Sorry to have contributed to the plummeting of the conversation but any action, no matter how infinitesimal in the grand scheme of things, that may even remotely prevent any DJ with painted on 'lugoyles' pulling this from his Saturday night 'hotbox', simply has to be utilised. Regards, Dave

Thing is Nige there's a world of difference between 'Going For" and "SOLD FOR". Regards, Dave

Once again Sorted. BIG Thanks to all who responded. Soul Source collectors to the rescue once again. Everyone will get a credit. I'm am very much obliged for all the help once again. Best Dave

Guys, Could anyone furnish me with good quality scans of: Chubby Checker - You Just Don't Know - US Parkway DeLites Lover - Cuppy If so, could you send them to hitsville2648@earthlink.net Any help would be greatly appreciated. Regards, Dave .

And you an avid OVO advocate!? I'm shocked Chalky! Regards, Dave

Hi Kev, Could you email it to hitsville2648@earthlink.net Mate please? Massive thanks to all who got in touch. Still looking for HW - on Buddy if possible. Regards, Dave

Peeps, Could anyone provide me with good quality scans (min 300dpi), of the following for an upcoming project: Herb Ward Hands Off She's Mine - Buddy Herb Ward - Honest To Goodness - RCA STOCK ISSUE Delegates of Soul - I'll Come Running Back - Up Look Any help greatly appreciated. Regards, Dave

Hi Guys, I'm looking for a copy of The Orlons - The Wah Wahtusi - Columbia No wol and must have original centre. Any help appreciated. I can be reached via PM or at hitsville2648@earthlink.net Regards, Dave

Double Post-Apologies. Regards, Dave

Bob Babbitt, - Guitarist. That single solitary word can't even attempt to do justice to the influence that Pittsburg native, Mr Robert Kreinar wielded with his weapons of choice: the Fender Precision Bass and it's jazz variant. When his Fender was stolen he changed horses midstream and went with a CBS Precision. Well, the tools may have been different but the end results were surely the same. Instantly recognize-able as the bottom end sound of so many of America's iconic records of the glory era, he stepped into the shoes of probably THE most revered black musician in America at the time: James Jamerson and was fully expected to fall short of the tormented Motown genius. It's surely the greatest testament of all that many listeners didn't realize the difference. 'Babbitt' was in demand in all the musical centres of the nation and played in most of the legendary "Temples of Sound" from coast to coast. From the crooner like Frank Sinatra to the raucus sound of Norman Whitfield, Babbitt played it all. When Donald Storball wrote "Now gimme a little bass with those... 88s" it was an invitation that Babbitt was only too happy to accept and the bass line for "Cool Jerk" surely ranks up there with Jamerson's "Uptight" as one of the most instantly recognize-able use of the instrument of all time. Just to remind ourselves of exactly how good this bassline is I've added a clip of his performance below. There are many semi known and some would say unsung heroes in music and along with Clarence Clemons, Minnie Ripperton, Van McCoy, The Funk Brothers etc it's satisfying to know that they realized their lifes' works were indeed appreciated before they passed and there's no doubt that Bob Babbitt sits high on that list. His character wouldn't allow him to sit and bask in his glory though and I've added a clip of an interview he did which shows an insight into the man and his view on life. So...as is usual at our house at these times, we'll crack a few cans, drag out a few dusty boxes of vinyl records, pick out a few 45s and celebrate the fantastic musical legacy of one of the greatest musicians ever to lay down a track onto vinyl. And with a legacy that includes over 25 Gold and Platinum records, it's gonna be a long night! The illness finally claimed him and the pain is over, so having shaken off your mortal coil Mr Bob Babbitt, please step forward and take a well earned bow Sir, for a job...extremely well done. Regards, Dave

Great song sung by two great singers. Totally different interpretations but equally fantastic. ALMOST as good as Elvis' classic version. Regards, Dave

Good call Mike. It's a shame because a couple of us have tried to convince him but currently to no avail. Regards, dave

Elvis. Early doors in his career, at some of the hayride shows he did as a teenager. Then Jackie Wilson. Regards, Dave

I'm looking for the followng in good nick with no wol, sol etc: Supremes - Nothing But Heartaches - Motown MAP DESIGN STYRENE WDJ and Intrigues - In A Moment - Bullet WDJ Any help appreciated Regards, Dave

I can't use that facility here. Regards, Dave

Hi Mike, Yep, it would appear that 'The Chinks' are linked to many facets of the era's music. I suppose it depends on who people have spoken to and where their interest lies. It would make sense to me that their use is buried somewhere in pre soul music, just like so many other components of it are. Which Volcanos tracks have you got annotated as Mike Terry's? With Carl Fisher appearing at Prestatyn next March, he may well be able to shed more light on individual tracks, although I don't think he was involved to deeply in the production of his Arctic songs. There are many links/connections between Detroit and Philadelphia, not least being Earlbarb Music which was owned by MT and Jack Ashford. Jack of course was a native of Philly. The most obvious 'connection' being Yvonne Baker's versions of "I Can't Change" and "Mend The Broken/Torn Pieces" (although theses sides were recorded at Reco Arts in Philly under Kae Williams I think. When I asked Lorraine she had no idea how those tracks were picked up by Kae. MT played on a number of great Philly sides that were actually recorded in Philly too, including Jesse James' - The Horse, and a number of Brothers Of Love sides . Regards, Dave

Appreciate it Pete. Regards, Dave

Pete, Would you recommend the set? I've seen a couple of episodes, but only the ones that have specific stuff that I'm interested in. Does the full set cover the rise of Motown and PIR? Also, does it delve into the Chess story at all? ie. interviews with people? Regards, Dave

Problem is 'The Chinks" is a Philadelphia term. It refers to the simple, repetative guitar chord played on the backbeat. If I was to select one single strand of instrumentation that makes a Detroit sound it would be the drum fills. The whole Motown signature sound was built on Benjamins', Jones' and Allen's drum fills. There were many other important components too of course but when these guys banged out that metronome like like beat there was nothing like it. I think the problem with describing sixties regional soul sounds is that so much of it is so blatantly Motownesque. Many of the examples here on this thread owe more to Detroit than to Philly. The label may well say Philly but the ears say Detroit. Another example is The Valentinos "Sweeter....". For years people kept telling me it was Chicago, yet my ears told me Motown! When Tats managed to collar Bobby Womack last year, he finally confirmed 100% it was The Funk Brothers. When I interviewed the Harthon/DynoDynamics Team they seem to think that The Rotations track was recorded at Motown, actually in the Snakepit. The story was that Jimmy Bishop took the guys over there with a mind to strike some kind of deal with Berry Gordy. They took a vocal group called the Inspirations with them. Luther remembered playing on it and Weldon was certain that Benny Benjamin played drums on the session. The deal Bishop was trying for never materialised and the tapes were taken back to Frank Virtue's place on Broad St in Philly. The guys also remembered recording at Golden World. They remembered for sure because they ALL complained to me individually about being crammed into a car to get there. I suppose if one specific label, outside of Motown, could claim a sound that is associated with a geographic area then Muscle Shoals, Stax/Volt would have a decent claim but for me it would be Mirwood/Keymen. No doubting the sound of the string laden, uptempo guitar work from Messrs Smith, and Carmichael. The 'sound' of LA? Well maybe not alone, as there were others that contributed huge amounts too, but as good a claim as any I reckon. Good Thread. Regards, Dave