Chalky

Sure this was discussed earlier and it was decided it was a Soussan jobbie!!

Butch been playing it for about ten years but not really pushed it. Andy D got the second known copy and Mick H got one from Butch. It's now getting pushed and getting the exposure I think it deserves. Think Mick Smith found the first copy and sold it Butch.

My all time fave Jamie but as far as dancers go the two I mention have it all IMO.

I've always said I'd play them Timmie Williams - Competition - Mala but my choice is changing I think towards the JJ Jackson - Too Much Love cover up, powerful Northern Soul dancer

Orange or yellow, whatever colour used to describe it is a bit rarer if remember rightly.

Trainspotter maybe but did a bit of browsing for this Knew about the MGM stuff and aware of the Coed link but wasn't aware of name change etc....always summat to learn mate

here's what I found........... Formed in Philadelphia in 1966. Comprised of Victor Drayton, Jerry Akins, Ernie Brooks, Reginald Turner, and Johnny Bellman, the group made its recorded debut as backing vocalists on the Coed label single "Sad Illusion," credited to Margie & the Formations. "At the Top of the Stairs" followed on Bank in 1967 -- written by Akins and soon-to-be-legendary composer/producer Leon Huff, the single boasted almost Baroque flourishes on top of its gorgeous harmonies and driving beat, anticipating the lush, shimmering Philly soul sound Huff and partner Kenny Gamble would perfect in the decade to follow. "At the Top of the Stairs" proved a local smash and was licensed to MGM for national release in 1968 -- it was not a hit, however, although a U.K. re-release in 1970 cracked the British Top 30. Later in 1968, the Formations recorded two more MGM singles -- "Love's Not Only for the Heart" and "Don't Get Close" -- which followed a similar musical formula and met a similar commercial fate. After three consecutive singles failed at national radio, the group abandoned the Formations name, with the same five original members rechristening themselves the Corner Boys to release 1969's "Gang War (Don't Make No Sense)" on the Neptune label. After another name change, this time to the Silent Majority, the group signed to the Holland-Dozier-Holland production team's Hot Wax label for 1970's "Frightened Girl," followed a year later by "Colors of My Love." After "Good News," a one-off single for the tiny Detroit Star label, the Silent Majority agreed to give it one more go, this time as Hot Ice -- 1972's "Isn't It Lonely" landed the group a contract with Atlantic Records, for which they cut a pair of 1974 singles, "Streakin' and Freakin'" and "Boogie Joogie," before finally dissolving.

£400 There must be loads about Mind you since when has the rarity ever had owt to do with the value

sold one of these a couple of years ago on 7 inch, sure it was just cheap at the time (£15/£20) and still is unless I've missed summat 12" dunno??

here's a scan......

Deffo on Bra (201) and on Soul (102) (not the Motown Soul) same flip on both releases.

Philip James is just brilliant Pete

just ahd a listen Pete and very interesting to say the least I've also had an attempt at a six pack, it's the only six pack I'm gonna have >>LISTEN HERE<<

Thats why I used the first emoticon Andy, knew someone would choke on their coffee Always associated this with Mark back in the 80's.

Think Mark Bicknell responsible for this tune

I agree with what Tim says to be honest. Does lean towards R&B but it's far superior than some of the stuff that masquerades as R&B. Certainly not R&R IMO

I'll sort a six pack out whn I get chance Mike....

Videoed this when it first released on shown on Hallmark, excellent film. Will have to dig it out and watch it again sometime.

awesome double sider!! my best offer right now wouldn't be no where near enough

Yes it is

Over the last 12 months seen a few at £100

It did but was unknown over here, now it's a big dance fave.

Hard to price, like you say still finding it's value and only know of three (?) copies. It's actually the flip, the "A" side, forget title off top of my head, got Toad in it is utter shite, and I mean utter shite. Carl offered 2k for his copy.

Tenner, but it's as good as it gets for a tenner, f***** great record!!! (IMHO)