Eddie Hubbard

This Eddie Holman Gospel album was originally released in the USA on Agape Records in the mid 80’s and on Charly Records in the UK around the same time .There must be some demand judging by the prices on Discogs ,and now Charly have reissued it to satisfy that demand .It was recorded at Sigma Sound in Philly ,with musicians such as Norman Harris and Ronnie Baker providing the backing tracks .There are 7 tracks on the album with Eddie’s trademark tenor and falsetto vocals soaring beautifully as always .The dancer “ Holy Ghost “ is a standout track ,and the lilting “ Eternal Love “ is stunning vocally .The sleevenotes by Tony Cummings are exemplary,covering both sides of the inner sleeve .

I think we messaged him at the same time mate

Just heard from George Kerr,he’s just listened to the acetate and says it’s Norma Jenkins with Sidney Barnes and was cut at Jobete in NYC

Might be worth asking George Kerr ,he has a good memory

Great new overview of Chris Farlowe ,now out on Charly Records .Doesn’t include the chart topping “ Out Of Time “ ( Number 1 when England won the World Cup in ‘66 ) ,but concentrates on his more Soulful album tracks and singles .Love his versions of Garnet Mimms “ Looking For You “ and “ It Was Easier To Hurt Her “ ,” Open The Door To Your Heart “ & “What Becomes Of The Broken Hearted “ are super versions .Also love his stomping “ Don’t Just Look At Me “ and a great take on Dee Dee Warwick’s “ We’re Doing Fine “ .Superb sleevenotes by Dean Rudland and lovely label scans complete a fine set .

It might be rare ,but the mix on the Ko Ko ‘45 isn’t half as good as the Japanese CD or the Grapevine 2000 / Kent singles .Im my opinion of course ….

Very sad news ,a very knowledgeable and friendly man .Recall our last conversation at Burnley All Nighter ,talking about The American Youth Choir on UK Polydor .Rest in peace Dave x

Another great attendance at EYM in Banbury on Sunday ,a blend of upfront new releases , plus older Funk ,Jazz ,Soul and House in our venue at The Whately Hotel .Here is my playlist ….. Ease Your Mind playlist ,9/3/2025 .15.30-16.15 pm I tried to pay tribute to most of the Soul stars that have passed recently …. Angie Stone - No More Rain - Arista 12” Rick James - Taste - Soul Togetherness CD Randy Brown - I Was Blessed The Day I Found You - Parachute LP Tashan - For The Sake Of Love - Columbia LP Clay Hammond - They Don’t Makeum No More - Evejim LP Jerry Butler - Ordinary Joe - Mercury LP Tommy Hunt - I’ll Make You Happy - Capitol Marvin Gaye / Kim Weston - Just Too Much To Hope For - West Grand Angie B Stone / Devox - Tell Me - Expansion 12” Gwen McCrae - 90% Of Me Is You - Cat LP Randy Brown - I’m Always In The Mood - Threeway LP “ Welcome To My Room “ Roy Ayers Ubiquity- Running Away - Polydor UK Angie Stone - Wish I Didn’t Miss You - Arista CD “ Mahogany Soul “

Many thanks Mick

Superb both sides

I guess “ Modern Soul “‘is a subjective term ,but a few I’ve heard out at places like The 100 Club and beyond …. Jax Transit Authority- Life Is A Miracle ( Covered up as The O’Jays ,and you can see why ,with the “ I Love Music “ style intro ) Doc Peabody - Here Without You - Both Sides ( beautiful mid tempo ) Love Company - Love Tempo ( big on several different scenes ) Fluorescent Smogg - All Of My Life - WG ( Known since the 80’s ,but remained rare ,beautiful falsetto led side ) Melvin Moore - All Of A Sudden ( Sky Hero ) As good as it gets Modern Soul ,known since the early 80’s … Hope this small list helps ,not played at all Northern Soul venues ,but huge records in the right places

I’ve asked Sean ,he says that Steve Guarnori had the copy off Rod Dearlove ,and Sean got his off eBay ,so 2 acetate copies known ….

Think it was Steve Guarnori Tom

What show is it Mick ? Thanks ,Eddie

My thinking as well ,I have just asked him that very question…

Think Sean Hampsey has the only known copy ,it’s an acetate .

Yes ,ended up on a farm I believe .A lot of future records ( Stafford etc ) came out of there

Various sales ,originals and reissues …UK sales only ,sorry … El Anthony - Sweet Jo - Ann - Star -Vue M - £70 ( Good Chicago crossover ) Mellow Madness - Save The Youth - Kay - Dee ( Kenny Dope mix ) £25 Mint - Rickey Calloway - I’m In Love part 1 FNR £10 Mint - Nina Simone - My Baby Just Cares For Me - Charly / picture sleeve £10 Ex + Two Plus Two - Look Around / I’m Sure - Velgo reissue £10 Mint - Gerri Granger - I Go To Pieces ,Reperata - Panic ,James & Bobby - Shake A Tail Feather - Casino Classics £10 Ex ++ The Moments - Nine Times - UK All Platinum £10 Ex Jackie Moore - Both Ends Against The Middle - UK Atlantic £10 Ex Bobby McClure - You Never Miss Your Water / It Feels So Good - Edge £8 Great mid 80’s double header Mint - Mystic Merlin - Just Can’t Give You Up - Capitol ( picture sleeve ) VG ++ plays well £8 Postage is £5 recorded post .PM to reserve .PayPal welcome .Cheers Eddie

Scorpgemi Records was a New York based record label from the 80’s ,run by Lonnie Johnson ( not the Blues artist ) who concentrated on releasing dance records in a disco / funk / boogie style .This new 6 track compilation by the knowledgable Dean Rudland showcases 5 of those artists :The Shades Of Love ,Claudette Polite ,Leisa Dove ,Royalle Delite and Jean Jones . All the tracks are in that dated ,but great crashing disco / funk groove ,and if you are into the Boogie style beloved in Europe especially ,then this compilation is well worthy of your attention .

Another welcome album reissue by Charly Records from the GSF catalogue coming soon .Coldwater Stone - Defrost Me is a highly regarded Slow and Deep set by Freddie Briggs ,with backing vocals and writing credit by his wife Kim Briggs ( Tolliver ) which sunk without trace as GSF folded in the mid 70’s .” Outside Love Affair “ ,”Without The One You Love “ and “ End Of The World “ are all stand out tracks .Quality label scans and informative sleeve notes complete a highly regarded set .

Fantastic interview ,and quite humorous in parts ,well done Graham

Ronnie Mitchell - I Don’t Want To Go On - Laurie .Got to be over 20 years ,after reading about it on John Ridley’s page .Its not even an expensive record ,got one last week ,after seeing 2 on the same day ….

I’ve been sent a copy of the album in advance ….

I don’t think there is David ,sorry