Tag Archives: Atlantic Records

SONG OF THE DAY The Beginning Of The End ‎– Come Down Baby

“Come down baby/Come to my island paradise…..” Quite possibly the best way to find some sunshine on a November day?…. Hailing from Nassau, Bahamas, The Beginning of the End were a funk outfit that formed in 1969.  Consisting of three … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY The Tarantulas – Tarantula

It’s time to hop into that dream-world car, start the engine and let it roar as you hit the accelerator and let the world disappear in a haze behind you! There’s nothing like a little escapism and today’s little flight … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Roberta Flack – Go Up Moses

Taken from Roberta Flack’s third 1971 solo album, Quiet Fire, today’s song is a cool, understated smooth chunk of soulful funk.  Compared to lots of her other music, Go Up Moses is definitely a lot more groove-laden and despite the … Continue reading

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SONG OF THE DAY Ruth Brown – Sure Nuff

Sometimes known as the “Queen of R&B”, Ruth Brown’s musical career was extensive and spanned (off an on) for nearly 60 years! Originally recording for Atlantic Records I especially love the early stuff she recorded in the late 50’s-early 60’s, … Continue reading

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