Strange World Of Northern Soul Film - Part 2

 First released in 1999 now officially available via youtube (part 2 @ 4 hours)

Published on 18 Sep 2015

Welcome to the Strange World of Northern Soul; here's a visual and musical encyclopedia that explains and joyously celebrates the most fascinating and enduring underground dance scene.

Hallowed Ground: In this second part we look at the clubs, from The Torch to the Blackpool Mecca to the legendary Wigan Casino. We begin to understand just what the magic was that kept people going week in and week out and why those records are so valuable.

Featured Performances:
The Dramatics - Inky Dinky Wang Dang Do
Jimmy Thomas - The Beautiful Night
The Vonettes - Touch My Heart
Cindy Scott - I Love You Baby
Jimmy James - A Man Like Me
The Superiors - What Would I Do
The Royal Jokers - Love Game A-Z
Johnny Moore - Walk Like a Man
The Tempos - Countdown Here I Come
The United Four - She’s Putting You On
The Apollas - Mr Creator
The Carstairs - It Really Hurts Me Girl
The Three Degrees - Contact
The Blossoms - That’s When The Tears Start
James Fountain - Seven Day Lover
The Vel-Vets - I’ve Got to Find Me Somebody
Mel Britt - She’ll Come Running Back
Barbara Pennington - 24 Hours a Day
Terry Callier - Look At Me Now
Gene Chandler - I Can Take Care of Myself
P.P. Arnold - Everything’s Gonna Be Alright
Melvin Davis - Find a Quiet Place
Tony Middleton - Paris Blues
Alfie Davison - Love is a Serious Business
Sisters Love - I’m Learning to Trust My Man
Gil Scott-Heron - The Bottle
Ronnie Walker - You’ve Got To Try Harder
The Del Larks - Job Opening
The Velours - I’m Gonna Change
Sam Dees - Lonely For You Baby
Tommy Ridgley - My Love Gets Stronger
Gwen Owens - Just Say You’re Wanted and Needed
Deon Jackson - That’s What You Do To Me
The Four Larks - Grooving at the Go-Go
Sidney Barnes - I Hurt on The Other Side
The Dells - Run For Cover
Lee Andrews & The Hearts - Nevertheless
Freddy Butler - That’s When I Need You
The Tymes - What Would I Do
Jackie Day - Before It’s Too Late
Diane Lewis - Keep a Hold on Me
The Dynamics - Yes I Love You Baby
The Platters - With This Ring
Erma Franklin - I Get The Sweetest Feeling