Neil Marsh

A sixties tribute act? She brought sass and suss to the table, adding a twist not simply regurgitation. And at what point does paying tribute or being influenced become plagiarism? For me she was a special artist, and as someone who grew up listening to Motown, I can't grasp how you believe she hoodwinked anyone, or that "ignorant" rock journalists were in any way unaware of Tamla or Phil Spector or any of her influences. She was a great live act. It's a shame that many rate her based on her admittedly shambolic performances in the final two years or so. I am not a massive fan myself but can see her appeal and don't think it's fair to dismiss her as lightly as you seem to do. I think time will show her in the pantheon mentioned in the article (Dusty etc). Motown records are there to be played and reactivated, the fact is a fresh face and a fresh approach is often needed. Sure, the original is still the greatest, but that doesn't make her and her ilk tribute acts as I see it..

Same as Keamus - read the hardback. I found the Spurs away at Liverpool and trips to NY most compelling, but it was interesting to see a black Londoner's viewpoint of the Home Counties late 7ts/8ts soul/JF scene. I always thought it was inclusive, Norman's experience suggests very much not.

Like that Mike. Will keep an eye out for the 45. Thx for posting.

I thought Ep one was good and will defo continue watching. I think the trio are fictional but guess mostly based on Shalamar.

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Great to see IL's feeling well enough to get that podcast together.....

There's nowt on Marvin's own FB page and no news reports.

Well, they are possibly the biggest rock band in the world, and his name is recognised by just about everyone. Like TV execs and distributors. Like I said, it's about money, not taste or relevance.

Obviously Bono had nowt to do with Muscle Shoals but he's there to make the doc saleable to the kind of clowns for whom "I've never heard of them/it" is a reason not to watch rather than the best reason in the world to widen your horizons. Tiresome but understandable.....it's all about the Benjamins, baby!

Anyone willing to sell their patch - please let me know how much you're looking for. Cheers