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    15 minutes ago, Blackpoolsoul said:

    Just a small query Kev

    It has come to light that "You Don't Love Me" charted in July 1967 in both Detroit and Cleveland

    It has been suggested that it may be memory or a typo that this article says released early 1968 or perhaps the Demos were out and being played and the Issues were pressed much later, but thought would throw into the mix for anorak and histories sake if you can confirm please.

    Discussion is here on link below on Manships recent auction starting down the page The Yank

     

    Probably Robert Paladino’s memory. He was the one who told me 1968. Easy mistake to make though. 

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    Colin Bee Promotions was born out of a Disco Roadshow DJ Colin Bee(Balchin) from Woking, Surrey. His partner was entrepreneur Les McCutcheon, who continued a successful career with Shakatak, Passion, Expansion, Joe Boy among many publishing interests. 
    His son is Stevie Mac, producer of Westlife. 
     

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    2 hours ago, Tlscapital said:

    The 'stop' sounds the same to the 45 release. As for the unknown title 'we never got together'... I can't say nor find anything on a quick search. What does it sound like ?

     

    2 hours ago, Tlscapital said:

    The 'stop' sounds the same to the 45 release. As for the unknown title 'we never got together'... I can't say nor find anything on a quick search. What does it sound like ?

    Hi- Producer Norman Bergen is a friend of mine. Will reach out to him now. 

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    Mortonette is a dear friend who appeared for us at Soultripusa 2018 in Vegas. She performed Don’t You Care Anymore with Sonny Turner’s band. 
    She spent most of her career as lead backing vocalist for Paul Anka. 
    I spoke to her two weeks ago and she’s doing fine living in Nevada

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    17 hours ago, Rictic66 said:

    Thanks VM guys - all great info. I thought they may be different versions and just played them both (but can’t find the CDs yet) - the Benn-X seems more polished, less raw. That would make sense that Tim let his acetate be released on a Goldmine TP. 

    The different Groups all had at least one great release. 

    PT

    Goldmine released the title as they had the rights to Frank Bedinelli’s catalogue. The CD release was from master tapes I believe. 

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    1 hour ago, Glyn Williams said:

    and was the bonnyvettes a similar story?

    Yes.  From the same source. Unreleased Festival single. 
    I don’t have a scan but Google should have one. 
    Charlotte Stokes- Is This The Price I Have To Pay(Tip) from the same source too. 
     

    1 hour ago, Glyn Williams said:

    hiya, what's the story behind The Babysitters - You'll Have To Wait?

    The track was released on a short vinyl run by Festival Records owner Herb Abramson. 
    Guide vocalist is Ken Williams. 
    I was the UK distributor, sadly it didn’t sell due to the poor quality. 
    Herb was a friend of mine and is best known as one of Atlantic’s founding fathers in 1947. 
    Effectively the demo prior to the Bobbby Treetop release. 

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    9 hours ago, Benji said:

    I understand the Canadian Right On label is not connected to the UK label. Maybe whoever was behind the Canadian one thought label name and label design are quite nice and used them for their own set up.

    Sammy Gaha was based in France when he recorded "Thank you Thank you" and it first came out in France.

    Here are the facts again........Dave Godin intimated to Bill Downs his US counterpart that the Northern scene was strong. 
    Greg Carmichael was requested to create something after listening to several tracks submitted by Bill.  
    I was in and out of his office in New York regularly from February 1975 and he told me. 
    I saw the whole Right On label unfold, met Chris Bartley, Sandra Philips although at the time more interested in Bill’s Jelly Beans and Ad Libs 45’s a decade or so before. 
    Patrick Adams re-confirmed the scenario above after chatting about my Northern Soul Mystery Men podcast. 
    Come Back.....The Fantastic Puzzles was recorded following a discussion between Godin and Downs for their Right On label.  
    Hope that’s a bit clearer. 

    The above was in reply to Merve not Benji. Thanks 

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    47 minutes ago, Bo Diddley said:

    Thanks for the background info - I never knew, and would never have guessed, it was a "Tailor Made"!!

    One of my favorite records. 

    So, the New Moon and Right On versions are both original? (the New Moon issue looks the best!!!)

    Cheers

    Kev Bod

    Never quite figured out why Greg Carmichael had it issued on New Moon. He was an intelligent guy who sought opportunities. 
    I remember dealing with him in early 1980 licensing Dance Freak- Chain Reaction for my Destiny label. 

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    The single came about after Dave Godin suggested to his Right On counterpart Bill Downs(Ad Libs manager) that a Northern style 45 might make for an interesting release. 
    Greg Carmichael was hired to create such a track. He enlisted the services of his friend Patrick Adams, who was somewhat familiar with the sound and feel requested, having worked on The Carlettes in late 67 for Bobby Robinson and then the Exciters for Herb Rooney and Ian Levine. 

    Bill was a friend of mine and I remember being in his office surrounded by tons of Right On  and  Puzzles 45’s. His label manager at the time committed suicide(drug related I believe) a few weeks after I last saw him in late 75/76. He was British and name eludes me. 
     
    As for the make up of the group, I’m not sure it was the same exact lineup as the Fatback, one, but they were assembled by Greg.

    One of the best tailor made styles ever in my opinion  

     

     

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    I haven’t commented because I simply don’t know. 
    Clearly venues will start opening but it’s going to be awhile before the scene is anywhere near normal. 
    Sadly I cannot report anything you don’t already know. 
    One would assume some events will survive others will fall by the wayside. 
    For now it’s a case of grin n bear it 😩

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    On 24/06/2020 at 07:32, Woodbutcher said:

    All of you that are eagerly awaiting getting back to your 'can't live without' weekly dose of beer , talc and oldies will probably not have to wait too much longer ..... :thumbup:

    I fully expect to see an announcement soon from Kev Roberts regarding a new "norvern soul theme park" catering for those desperate to get back to it ... :wicked:

    Thanks...........

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    A very clever piece of tomfoolery by Ian. 
    He certainly didn’t need to ‘scratch any copies’ nor did he sell it for high sums. 
    However, it was inevitable that while he slipped out copies to US dealers, it would surface in the UK by traders(and a fair few) looking for profitable sales. Strange how only Ian L gets the blame though. 

     

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    EUGENE ‘Jean Thomas RIP
    Sadly the legendary lead singer of one the scene’s greatest ever 45’s You Don’t Love Me has passed away. Our thoughts are with his family and group originator Robert Paladino. 
    My journey with ‘Jean’ started in 1974 as one of the original Wigan Casino team, who helped break the phenomenal side on Sandbag. 
    I had the good fortune to meet label owner(Mike Szymanski) and producer Tony Camillo(RIP) before connecting with Robert. 
    Eugene appeared for the first time ever performing the song at SoultripUSA Orlando 
    https://youtu.be/qAL-aggJ2fw

    Later an appearance at the famous Blackpool Tower performing both sides of his classic in front of 2,500 enthused Jean beyond belief. 

    A truly beautiful man who is loved by not only his family, but the entire Northern Soul collective. 

    Rest In Peace my dear friend. 
    Thanks to Andy Lothian for letting me know.

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