Russ Vickers

The strange thing about this debate is that from what I can see in SJ set, they were all oldies (except possibly WC Soul Stars) , even the Marc Evans....???, nice set tho all the same, just slightly puzzled. Best Russ

I much prefer LJA to RS.... Russ

Butch/Shifty 100 Club spin...tune !!! Russ

The more I listen to this, the more I realise its a real modern day anthem, my copy of the 45 & the LP are winging there way as we speak & this sucka is gonna get some hammer at Deep South on Easter Saturday...it'll take the roof off the WI Club, played thru that monstrous Maka Sound System.....I'm getting goose bumps already thinking about it . Russ

Sh*t the f*ckin bed.........now that is seriously good.......wow thank you for posting, I really do appreciate this kinda thing being posted up - I collect across all decades & genres & sometimes find it difficult to keep on top of the good new releases, some of the tunes posted in this thread have really helped me realise agian just what good soul music is still being produced today !!!. The Lee Fields is a MASTERPIECE & could be ramming any dance floor from NS, MS or where ever.......I'm inspired !!! Thank you Russ

Thanks everyone, brilliant. I have the Najee & Phil Perry, but will investigate the other tracks. Keep em coming - there seems to be some good stuff about right now - not just the insipid R & B or poor Soulful House........proper good soul music with a dance beat !. Best Russ

Wanted to ressurect this thread - is the R Kelly still download only & is there any news of a CD/Vinyl release. Any other new/recent releases of note worth mentioning....... Best Russ

Same/similar backing. Best Russ

Thats a good price . Best Russ

Its the voice that carries it all..... Russ

That Clarence Carter is a bargain & brilliant !. Best Russ

Brilliant IMHO. Best Russ

The first boot was an EP...... Best Russ

I'm really looking forward to coming up Kev, will say hello. Best Russ

Would have been a long journey from Baghdad Kev. I fully intend to attend the Worlds Number One Allnighter again when my time at home coincides & I'm looking forward to it, havnt been for a few years, so will be interesting to see how it has changed, you have obviously made improvements with the addition of the Windsor Suite & added extra credibility with the DJ rosta. As you are fully aware I attend venues all over the UK on a reasonably regular basis & have done for well over 30 years without a break. Theres nothing you can do to entice me Kev, but its very kind of you to ask, I tend to make my own mind up about were I choose to enjoy my soul music & pay little attention to the hype. Very nice of you to select me for such a personal service though, thank you, I'll let you know if I think of anything. Genuinely pleased it was such a successful night for you. Hope to see you soon.... Russ

Yes, sorry, just realised you didnt 'quote' my initial post in its entirety. BTW Get ya self to Deep South Easter Weekend, We'll stick you on the list & I'll buy you a pint, would be lovely to see you & have a proper debate outside of cyber space . Best Russ

I'm very pleased you had a good night Nige. I would have probably enjoyed it too, especially the Windsor Suite. Unfortunatley not in the country right now. Agree generally with what you say, however strongly disagree that any of the venues you mention wont be remembered, the 100 Club is, was & will continue to be LEGENDARY, nothing can ever come near to the place in terms of discoveries & its influence on the scene. I would also question why you infer I would rubbish the Worlds number one Nighter & say its 'bad', I'm just very pleased it was another good night & people enjoyed themselves which ever room they were in . At least it wasnt a Mini Nighter ay . Keep at it... Russ

Its number one because of the numbers attending. Would it be number one if it was purely down to music policy ?....I havnt been for years, so musically I wouldnt want to comment, but it would need to be going some to beat the 100 Club & Lifeline. Pleased it was a good night at Stoke. Best Russ

Thank you. Russ

Is there anybody out there who would do an edit of a contemporary release for me, to bring it down to a dancefloor friendly 3 mins approx from 7mins ish in length.....would need to remain sympathetic to the original vibe. This is purely to be used as a DJ tool & for my personal use & would never be made available commercially in any way shape or form ?. Thanks for any help with this. Best Russ

God I love that woman......... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sxr0W1w-CL8

Me neither, unfortunately since we moved house the record boxes are still in the spare room waiting for the Dining Room to be converted to the record room at some point in the future........there are freakin records all over the house too ...drives Jenny mad..... Russ

And on that note..... Russ

Sorry I dont care any more..... Byeeeeeeee Russ

White flag is up & my hands are held high, not something I am prepared to have a row over, I dont care that much about it, just thought it might be a point for discussion thats all.....but hey I was scraping the barrell apparently . Cheers Russ