Dave Moore

It's a shame we aren't going to see a scan of it. I'm pretty sure I haven't seen one. Would have been nice to confirm. To be honest this thread is symptomatic of the way SS has developed over the years. What happened to the helpful, exciting, exploratory community it (Internet), was in the beginning? All seems to be Ebay this and JM that and what a great night was had at people's own 'dos' nowadays. No wonder some folks have stopped posting and moved on. Regards, Dave

"Ronnie Boy - Rochelle & the Classmates on Betty" Never heard this? Have you a scan/soundfile Mate? Although the publisher was Ollie Mac the song was written by a B Williams (Who also wrote the flip to the Antionettes release, which could possibly mean that there's a link between the writer and the Antionettes group? As Karen was the first of Ollie's labels to be instituted after his children's names and Ronny Boy is the 10th release, I'd place the Antionettes at around early '64. (If anyone has any info on the dating of the earlier Karen releases I'd be grateful). Not much help admittedly but you never know, if someone has the info on B Williams it may help. Regards, Dave

Weldon talking about the birth of "The Philly Sound".

Weldon talking about the birth of "The Philly Sound".

Crackin' couple of posts towards the end of this thread. He He! 1. Never been to a weekender but feels qualified to critique that the 'music comes second to the socialising". He He! Great comedy writes itself. 2. "Something has to give'. Eh? Why? Some of us are having a blast Chalky. Get with the programme befiore it all disappears Mate. Some folks won't be really happy in their 'scene despondency' until there are only 2 gigs a month, 500 miles apart (Providing it's run/DJ'd at by them and thier mates of course!) He he! Regards, Dave

Yep, That's the only one I've ever seen too. Must be a story behind this somewhere? CP, Lots of Demos, then poof! Gone! regards, Dave

That's twice Bunny Sigler's been out! Nice pics Dave, bring back some great memories. I'll have a dig around when I get home. Regards, Dave

Yep, at least that's what I've thought. 'Bout 1978? Regards, Dave

The Karyl Mann is a good double sider. I also have the demo and haven't seen a stocker yet. Anyone seen/own Ramsey Lewis - Wade In The Water - Chess? Regards, Dave

'Hi, You've reached Weldon Arthur McDougal the Third, I can't get to the phone at the minute but leave a message and I'll get back to you....HOOOOOOHAAAAAH!!' The words above are what greeted you if you called Weldon on Friday afternoons. He had an almost ritualistic routine of going to the movies every Friday to see the latest escapism movies and I think he used to still, at over 70 years old, wonder at the movies and he felt they were the access to a whole new world. To speak about movies with Weldon wes like listening to a nine year old who was always enamoured by the cinema experience. I'll miss those chats. Weldon's contribution to the world of music is well documented and he provided access to many of Philly's revered soul locations for many on this forum I'm sure. Record hounds, music fans, soul detectives, or just passing visitors, Weldon had the same enthusiasm for everyone. He could cajole, bluff, beg, borrow and steal his way into and out of many situations that would perplex lesser folks! Here's a few personal memories of mine : The Scam Artist: On a trip to Philly with Dave and Janet Ferguson 'Hey Dave (Dave Ferguson), give me your room number in case I need to call you later.' As Dave settled his hotel bill he realised Weldon had put all his valet parking on his bill! The Enabler ME: 'Weldon, Can you get us in to see Pete Humphries?' (Legendary Sigma Sound Engineer and current owner of MasterWorks (Frankford Wayne)). 2 hours later Dave F and I were sifting Gamble and Huff master tapes and listening to Pete's pet project with the TSOP catalogue library on the Fat Controllers chair in his private listening room. The Raconteur Many people featured in Weldon's tales of a musical life, many of them not too complimentary! But he always had a way of finishing the stories off with a funny down to earth comment. When Kev Parker and I were being 'entertained' by him at Red Lobster (Man, Weldon could chomp down those prawns like they were going out of fashion!), he finished off one story with the immortal punchline....'Man...I ain't gonna be with no woman ain't got no personal hygiene'. The story will have to remain under wraps but if you catch me out I'll tell you the whole story The Musical Maestro Playing Virtue acetates and Harthon records in a hotel room....'I like the way you can tell a good record fom the first few seconds Dave, Like me....You got good ears Man! The Friend Weldon - 'The real heroes of Philly Sound were Luther and Johnny. Luther was the magic music maker, Johnny was the magic organiser and it all made my job easy I just had to sell the magic'. Weldon (on phone) - 'Hey Dave, is Bev there? I wanna wish her a Happy Birthday!' (We used to call him on his birthday and sing Happy Birthday to him then put the phone down. Weldon (To Jason and I) - Guys, You've done a wonderful thing. Not many people in Philly know exactly what we did at Frank's place, (Frank Virtue's studio), but they sure do now! You really did a number on us! At Hitsville 2 in Florida, the Harthon Trio were treated like royalty by the Hitsville Gang, Limousines, autographing 45s, CD sales, posters, interviews etc etc. This culminated in us playing a solid hour of their music with the dancefloor full throughout. It was the first time they'd ever seen people dancing like that to their music and it was all a little overwhelming for them. A great memory shared by us all and one of the highlights of my time as a black music fan. Weldon's illness took him but it didn't beat him. He made the decision to move on rather than go through the tubes etc that may have extended his time here. That's the measure of the man, a full blown, larger than life, effervescent character who's beaming smile lit up many a conversation. You could never be 'down' with Weldon, he always left you feeling upbeat. And that's how I'll always remember him. Taking on the world, excited by the next opportunity that was going to make hima millionaire. But he knew how rich he really was, you only had to llisten to him talk about his Grand daughters to realise that. I return to Spain on Tuesday and that evening Bev and will dig the Dyno Dynamics 45s out and celebrate Weldon's music, while remembering the man and the special times we spent together. Sleep well my giant friend, you take many people's best wishes with you and of course.....Congratulations on a job EXTREMELY well done Sir. Regards, Dave PS. If anyone is not fully familiar with Weldon's work click on the video below that Jason put together.

'Hi, You've reached Weldon Arthur McDougal the Third, I can't get to the phone at the minute but leave a message and I'll get back to you....HOOOOOOHAAAAAH!!' The words above are what greeted you if you called Weldon on Friday afternoons. He had an almost ritualistic routine of going to the movies every Friday to see the latest escapism movies and I think he used to still, at over 70 years old, wonder at the movies and he felt they were the access to a whole new world. To speak about movies with Weldon wes like listening to a nine year old who was always enamoured by the cinema experience. I'll miss those chats. Weldon's contribution to the world of music is well documented and he provided access to many of Philly's revered soul locations for many on this forum I'm sure. Record hounds, music fans, soul detectives, or just passing visitors, Weldon had the same enthusiasm for everyone. He could cajole, bluff, beg, borrow and steal his way into and out of many situations that would perplex lesser folks! Here's a few personal memories of mine : The Scam Artist: On a trip to Philly with Dave and Janet Ferguson 'Hey Dave (Dave Ferguson), give me your room number in case I need to call you later.' As Dave settled his hotel bill he realised Weldon had put all his valet parking on his bill! The Enabler ME: 'Weldon, Can you get us in to see Pete Humphries?' (Legendary Sigma Sound Engineer and current owner of MasterWorks (Frankford Wayne)). 2 hours later Dave F and I were sifting Gamble and Huff master tapes and listening to Pete's pet project with the TSOP catalogue library on the Fat Controllers chair in his private listening room. The Raconteur Many people featured in Weldon's tales of a musical life, many of them not too complimentary! But he always had a way of finishing the stories off with a funny down to earth comment. When Kev Parker and I were being 'entertained' by him at Red Lobster (Man, Weldon could chomp down those prawns like they were going out of fashion!), he finished off one story with the immortal punchline....'Man...I ain't gonna be with no woman ain't got no personal hygiene'. The story will have to remain under wraps but if you catch me out I'll tell you the whole story The Musical Maestro Playing Virtue acetates and Harthon records in a hotel room....'I like the way you can tell a good record fom the first few seconds Dave, Like me....You got good ears Man! The Friend Weldon - 'The real heroes of Philly Sound were Luther and Johnny. Luther was the magic music maker, Johnny was the magic organiser and it all made my job easy I just had to sell the magic'. Weldon (on phone) - 'Hey Dave, is Bev there? I wanna wish her a Happy Birthday!' (We used to call him on his birthday and sing Happy Birthday to him then put the phone down. Weldon (To Jason and I) - Guys, You've done a wonderful thing. Not many people in Philly know exactly what we did at Frank's place, (Frank Virtue's studio), but they sure do now! You really did a number on us! At Hitsville 2 in Florida, the Harthon Trio were treated like royalty by the Hitsville Gang, Limousines, autographing 45s, CD sales, posters, interviews etc etc. This culminated in us playing a solid hour of their music with the dancefloor full throughout. It was the first time they'd ever seen people dancing like that to their music and it was all a little overwhelming for them. A great memory shared by us all and one of the highlights of my time as a black music fan. Weldon's illness took him but it didn't beat him. He made the decision to move on rather than go through the tubes etc that may have extended his time here. That's the measure of the man, a full blown, larger than life, effervescent character who's beaming smile lit up many a conversation. You could never be 'down' with Weldon, he always left you feeling upbeat. And that's how I'll always remember him. Taking on the world, excited by the next opportunity that was going to make hima millionaire. But he knew how rich he really was, you only had to llisten to him talk about his Grand daughters to realise that. I return to Spain on Tuesday and that evening Bev and will dig the Dyno Dynamics 45s out and celebrate Weldon's music, while remembering the man and the special times we spent together. Sleep well my giant friend, you take many people's best wishes with you and of course.....Congratulations on a job EXTREMELY well done Sir. Regards, Dave PS. If anyone is not fully familiar with Weldon's work click on the video below that Jason put together.

Tim, Nevers een a Superlatives. You got one? Regards, Dave

Tis true. I'll be back later with thoughts. Regards, Dave

Tis true. I'll be back later with thoughts. Regards, Dave

There is a possible release upcoming of Ollie's stuff. It's not 100% confirmed but if it happens hopefuly it will do him justice. I'm almost there with the research side of things on Ollie's story. It's been a long and at times frustrating trail but it'll be wort it in the end I reckon. Regards, Dave PS. Dave F ..... one of my Top 10 'lunches' of all time. Up there with 'The Wiz' et al. Happy Days! We need another trip Mate!

I haven't either of these on stock issue. I may have the Sam Williams scan from when we did the Johnny Brantley Story, I'll dig around when I get back to Spain. Regards, Dave

Robert Ward is the only GC W/DJ I've ever seen. Regards, Dave

Hi Marc, I thought I recognised it. I've not got the AW La Beat Demo. Palmer for me at the minute. I'd like a nice La Beat WDJ though. The hunt goes on! Regards, Dave

You must have more money than sense Pete. Regards, Dave

I saw the one one Dave site but don't wanna go any higher than 250 (For Mint-), if anyone is prepared to let one go for that I'm yer man. Regards, Dave

I paid quite a lot for a minter over 10 years ago. Always been tough in good condition. Regards, Dave

Can you put a scan of The Mob 45 up Paul? Not seen one with any promo text on before. Nice! You were robbed on the BS. Mine was 50cents. Regards, Dave

Dave, I reckon that's the promo. What's the other La Cindy 45 on White? Brain's gone dead. Also, just remembered: Bobby Reed - You Are - Claytown Never saw one for years and all of a sudden 3 turned up in space of a few weeks. Exits - Under The Street Lamp - Gemini Only saw the odd one until a well known Pittsburgh dealer opened a box of 'em. Carole Waller - This Love Of Mind - USA Some people reckon that there's a pukka WDJ of this too. Anyone know how to tell a real one? Another couple that are quite hard but don't fetch huge amounts of $$ are: Johnny Sayles - My Loves A Monster - Chi Town E Rodney Jones - RnB Time - Tuff Think Pete S had both of these in the last year? Both for 50 quid if memory serves me correctly. Bargains in my opinion. Regards, Dave

Hi, Yep, I collect them too. Sadly, I've no jukebox as yet but like you I feel the juke box title strips add a connection with the discs. I also collect the small Juke Box picture inserts, distributor stickers, sheet music, magazine adverts, cardboard records, mini records, and all the other promo materials that the era used. I'm sure there are lots of us around. Be good to start a thread so people can maybe post some images up? Regards, Dave

Once again it's time to say goodbye to one of our heroes. And this is how I do it... The mid 70s threw up some great soul groups that, only years later, would most of us realise were actually already seasoned professionals. Mr Johnson was at the pinnacle of these groups. The Invictus sides I'm sure, played a substantial part in any of that era's soulfan's education. Commercial success combined with immense soul credibility is not commonplace on our scene but the General achieved both with a mix of songwriting talent, a fantastic distinctive voice and a knack of 'connecting' with his listeners. From the early Philly based soul outings, through the H-D-H Detroit connection and onto the Beach scene's retro scene, he entertained both sets of fans in equal measure and for that he should feel immensley proud. Taken too soon? For sure. But the legacy he leaves behind many would trade with him, I'm sure. It's that legacy that I'll focus on this evening as I dig a few of his 45s out with a few scoops. So.....sleep well Mr Johnson, hopefully you've now reached that "Better Place". We thank you for your timeless music and congratulate you on a job extremely Well Done Sir. Regards, Dave