Goldsoul

Hopefully this thread will end shortly, otherwise Dave and Sarah will start billing Goldsoul for Ronaldo type wages.

As a DJ/promoter maybe I can offer a brief insight as to why 'Dave is God'

For those who are unaware how he developed the Oldies scene before the word was actually used within NS circles, let me enlighten you....more importantly why haven't you read it in my book

Dave Evison stood behind the decks in 1974 watching my DJ box while I went to the loo.

The venue was Top of the World, Stafford(yes long before the All Nighter of the 80's). Keith Minshull and I were the residents on a Monday.

Losing my train of thought while talking to the manager Tony Marshall, I realised the record had ended and flew downstairs, while observing panicky Dave searching for a suitable track to play.

My box was locked, leaving only the Saturday night jocks pop/disco singles available.

Dave took 'Move On Up'-Curtis Mayfield mumbled a few words and to my amazement...the floor was rammed. Remember, the Northern scene back then was totally fixed on the current biggies/Rarities at the time. Wigan, The Mecca etc had no outlet or market for Don Covay 'Its Better To Have' and such like.

Dave opened the doors to a more relaxed, less intense way of listening and indeed talking about Northern 45's....in fact he became The Pope of Northern Soul.

People often ask why I use the same names at the Stokes, Blackpools, Whitby's etc. A no brainer for us...they are the most popular and best loved by the masses.

Dave will be on stage at 11pm on Saturday at the UK's premier All nighter venue in his hometown, delivering full floors to a 40 year variety pick n mix from The Matador-Major Lance to I'm Gonna Walk-Mickey Lanay....now that's talent backed up with credibility, likeabilty and most of all ABILITY!

Arise SIR DAVE

Kev

STOKE- Kings Hall

Dates for 2010; 6th March , 17th July , 2nd Oct , 31 Dec

Now 3 rooms;

Residents; Ginger Taylor, Butch, Soul Sam, Mick H, Kev Roberts, Chris King, Dave Evison, Nige Brown,Sean Chapman, Neil Jones, John Poole, Liam Quinn, Arthur Fenn, Ady Pountain, Colin Curtis, Bob Hinsley, Barry Maleady plus Guests.

goldsoul represented producer Reid Whitelaw 2001-04

He told us of the connection between both groups

Cobblestone later turned into Magic Night on Roulette.

Bazuka did exist they released a 45 on USA Atlantic,not got it handy at moment but ill dig it out and scan for you,its a prog/soft rock thing verging on the funky side,if you get what i mean...total shit IMO

Toby

As the UK owner of the master 'You Don't Love Me' I can tell you a few things about this beautiful Double sider.

Firstly, the group led by Bob Paladino were a Italian group from New Jersey.

Both sides were cut in 1968 according to Tony Camillo who I spoke to at length just before SoultripUSA, 2006.

I am yet to obtain a publicity shot, but Tony remarked that it was 'just another session' and another fantastic chapter in our beloved history.

As for Bob, I did get a lead but it came to nothing. A member of Vito and the Salutations gave me a phone number only to get the 'the number you have dialled has been disconnected'

I had hoped the group would be the cream in the coffee for the travelling UK faithful to Soultrip, New Brunswick, NJ....sadly it wasn't.....however the Del-larks made up for it.

Kev

I'd love to hear it, any chance of posting it up?

gary

It's unreleased from 1972. Kent discovered it as they were dealing with Fred James before Goldsoul.

Unfortunately when we decided to run with it, the track had been pretty much used up, hence it didn't sell for us.

We have about 8 copies left if anyone wants them at £5 each.

Pay at orders@goldsoul.co.uk

I think only Ace have the rights to it now,though the owner shows up on Google as a licensor....still.

Brilliant track that will get much bigger. I regularly play it on Solar.

Great discovery by Kent.

Not sure if anyone knows yet, but Viola Wills passed away yesterday.

Recording for Bronco, Supreme and various UK labels, Vi had been living in Brighton for a few years until a recent move back to LA. She was a good friend of mine.

Kev

I'd say boot...

Mal

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Wrong Mal.....

Fred James at Bluesland, owners of Spar and Ref-o-Ree licensed 20 tracks to Goldsoul which in turn were used to compile the now deleted cd title 'Golden Age of Northern Soul vol.2

As a limited 45, we made 300 on the label's imprint Ref-o-Ree.

It didn't sell. And if my memory serves me correctly, we sold most to Crazy Beat as...like a few collectors thought...it must be a boot. Actually it's perfectly legit.

But as Goldsoul are no longer in the Record Distribution business, we really have no interest.

That alone will probably make the record valuable, as less copies were distributed than the Kent single.

Kev at Goldsoul

I'd say boot...

Mal

Wrong Mal......the track along with 20 other masters were licensed by Fred James of Bluesland owners of Ref-o-Ree and Spar.

Most

Well if we ever update the Top 500 book. Here's a neat piece of trivia from the original producer Lou Barretto.

Jimmy Mcfarland cut it originally with the Tiaras on background vocals.

Lou of course produced 'Gone With The Wind Is My Love' on Dore.

Rita now lives in Georgia.

Lou, now aware of the Northern scene, hopes to dig out a few rarities for us all to listen to.

Hopefully he will link up with Kent or similar.

Blowing My Mind To Pieces- Jimmy Mcfarland eh!

I never made it any further than 69....

I saw it back in the 70's as a guest of my good friend Jerry Blavat, the legendary 'Geator with the Heator' DJ from Philadelphia, at one of his 'Record Hops'(over 30's handbag night to you and me).

No idea how to do it, but it was a sort of line dance type thingy.

For the record, Kenny Gamble and Jerry Ross wrote the song with JB in mind, as his hot play on Radio at the time was 'In My Lonely Room' -Martha and the Vandellas. The 81 is almost identical in melody.

Apparently 'the ol geator' is still mixing the two together at one of his gigs in Feasterville, New Jersey on a weekly basis!

More totally useless but hopefully entertaining trivia......soon.

Now back to Hippo and his 69........(hello mate)

Kev

Paris was pressed in November 1964, according to its 55049 delta.

Ady-It does look as if you have the correct information pressing wise.

Frank revealed 1966 for Connie Clarke. Producers though, can have a lapse in memory.

The Paris track certainly sounds '65 and Connie '66....well to me anyway.

Recordings can be deceptive though, as we all discovered in Detroit with Mel Britt, when he revealed 1972 as the recording of his epic song. Most clearly thought 69/70.

Kev

Tarpon (the original release label) is one of the writers - Billy 'The Kid' Emerson - label.

Every other release I've come across on the label is by him - so there's a fair chance he cut a guide vocal at least...

One thing is for sure......Denise knew nothing of Nolan!

I interviewed Miss Laselle in 06 and spoke to Charles Davies aka Nolan Chance prior to his death.

Both had no idea of any other versions!

The wonderful and mysterious record business.

Anyone got the full story on Connie Clark - My Sugar Baby (Joker) please?

In particular, anyone know where this was recorded, session dates, details etc.?

Cheers

Richard

Recorded in June 1966 with Frank Wilson and Marc Gordon supervised by Hal Davies in Los Angeles.

Contrary to reports, Connie is a session singer found by Frank. Earlier threads suggest it's 'Chris Clark'...which is untrue.

Looking to sell a few Rare originals. Any valuations would be most helpful.

Helping to hurt one another - The Parisians(Dark Star)

Love and Foolish- The Reminitions(Bleu Disc)

She Can Boogaloo- Johnny Sharp( Capitol Demo)

Let Our Love Grow Higher- Herman Hitson( Brown Dog)

Can You Do It- Gail Reeves(RCA)

Key To My Happiness- Sammy Lowe( Ready)

Lately- Jimmy Bowen(Tranco)

Recall My Heart- The Interns(Doc)

Thanks in advance Sourcers.

Apologies... Uploaded to the wrong section. Mods to move.. Thanks.

A few spares to sell;

I STILL LOVE YOU- SEVEN SOULS(OKEH, Mint and in company sleeve) Min bid 300- best offer 390 auction ending Monday

RAINING TEARDROPS-THE DEMURES (BRUNSWICK DJ COPY-Yellow, Mint in compay sleeve) MIN BID 200- sold

I'M JUST IN LOVE-MAC DAVIS (COLUMBIA, Mint) MIN BID 40- sold

SINNER OR SAINT-TRINI LOPEZ(UNITED, Mint) MIN BID 40-

Highest bidder notified.

EMail us; sales@goldsoul.co.uk

A few spares to sell;

I STILL LOVE YOU- SEVEN SOULS(OKEH, Mint and in company sleeve) Min bid 300- best offer 390 auction ending Monday

RAINING TEARDROPS-THE DEMURES (BRUNSWICK DJ COPY-Yellow, Mint in compay sleeve) MIN BID 200- sold

I'M JUST IN LOVE-MAC DAVIS (COLUMBIA, Mint) MIN BID 40- sold

SINNER OR SAINT-TRINI LOPEZ(UNITED, Mint) MIN BID 40-

Highest bidder notified.

EMail us; sales@goldsoul.co.uk

Sam and Kev @ Goldsoul

This offer may be of interest to small traders, hoarders, collection builders etc.

As our business is now mainly events, we are clearing out the last few thousand pieces of stock we have amassed over the last 30 years.

With this in mind, we offer job lot packs with the safety guarantee of MONEY BACK if unsatisfied.

Allow 7-10 days for delivery. Prices inc postage.

100 Northern Soul 45's(a mixture of Originals and Reissues..no Bootlegs. All Bona fide labels with a value of £4-10 each. Most are Mint. Some duplicates, but are good sellers. Labels include; Expansion, Goldmine, Ric Tic, Golden World etc) £125 per pack.

50 Northern/Modern LP Vinyl. (Approx 10 titles x 5 of each. Labels; Goldmine and Expansion) £90 Easily £400 in value

25 CD's-all originals (Approx 12/13 titles. Labels include; Soul Brother, Goldmine, Bestway etc £50 Approx retail value £200

Orders only via PAYPAL to orders@goldsoul.co.uk quoting reference; PACK OFFERS/SS

Need to free up space and time, hence our decision to offer some great stuff at these attractive prices.

isn't the demures on brunswick?

Hi Bob....you are absolutely right. I have it here...Brunswick 55284 Yellow DJ.

A few spares to sell;

I STILL LOVE YOU- SEVEN SOULS(OKEH, Mint and in company sleeve) Min bid 300-

RAINING TEARDROPS-THE DEMURES (BRUNSWICK DJ COPY-Yellow, Mint in compay sleeve) MIN BID 200-

I'M JUST IN LOVE-MAC DAVIS (COLUMBIA, Mint) MIN BID 40-

SINNER OR SAINT-TRINI LOPEZ(UNITED, Mint) MI BID 40-

Highest bidder notified.

EMail us; sales@goldsoul.co.uk

Sam and Kev @ Goldsoul

No, I think Kev Roberts had resigned as a director a couple of years ago.

I left in 2003. Sorry to see the company go down, it raised the awareness of the scene no end.

STREAMING LIVE too https://www.spectrumfmradio.net/ for those who are outside of Costa Calida and Costa Blanca

Well, there was a point in the early 70's when Selectadisc was a must-visit location for Northern Soul devotees but sadly no more........

https://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?storycode=1037050

I guess that leaves just Rob Smith flying the flag in Nottingham?

Ian D

I met owner Brian Selby on Mansfield market in 1969. Following a rummage through..I asked if he had Everday People-Sly and the Family Stone, to which he replied... 'try my new shop at Arkwright St, Nottm, it opens in a few weeks'

I then met John Brattan his partner, Derek Allen, Billy Swain, Alan Day, Dave Knight and Rob Smith.

Good times..

i bugged Vandy (last surviving member in the photo) for it for months and he finally sent it to me, I promised I would show it to as many people as possible and that they would be excited to see it, so here it is.

Bob....thats another drink we owe you if you can get them to the Ambassador next week!

From the flight deck.....

Have a great flight everyone.

Quiz forms on board, see Teamleaders(Snowy/Manchester-Neil Self/Heathrow)

DJ Line-up is;Mick H, Neil Jones, Dolly Jones(), Dave Rivers, Yockie, Dave Raistrick, Neil Self, Snowy, Dave Moore's Hitsville Soul Club, The Windy City Soul club Plus a couple of late runners/riders.

RUBY ANDREWS will be in Reception to greet you all.

Bar is to the left of reception(The Pump Room). First night(the 4th of March) starts at 9pm, to allow the later flights to get checked in.

A few mouthwatering teasers.... JIMMY BURNS to sing I REALLY LOVE YOU.

THE TRENDS will be with us.

THERESA LINDSAY in Detroit with us on March 10th!

Last minute notes.... Hotel is 40 mins from Airport. Located Downtown.

Any queries prior or upon arrival, Text us on 0784-1197874 for immediate response. You text as you would do in UK-No additional prefix numbers.

Travelbag and New World Travel are your contacts upon arrival.

This is our last SOULTRIPUSA so let's make it the best ever in one of Soul music's greatest cities.

Safe trip everyone....Kev and Sam at Goldsoul.