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SONG OF THE DAY Patsy with Lynn Tait & The Jets – A man Is Two Faced

Posted on August 21, 2017 by

This little gem has been kicking about in my long list of song of the day possibilities for a while now and I don’t know why I haven’t used this sooner, it’s great! This lively little brass-infused number was released … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Damas Swing Orchestra – Odylife

Posted on August 10, 2017 by

One thing I love about labels that dedicate their time and energy to unearthing obscure and rare music is that they discover so much more than I ever could and it’s thanks to them that I now have the chance … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Lion – You’ve Got a Woman

Posted on August 9, 2017 by

Sitting in my kitchen today staring out at the heavy rain had me craving for some brightness and today’s song turned out to be that little ray of sunshine I needed! Numero Group’s eccentric 45 series has just reissued this rare soul … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY East of Underground – Smiling Faces

Posted on August 4, 2017 by

Edinburgh label Athens of the North has just reissued this classic soul track which was originally released in 1971 by the Temptations.  Written by Norman Whitfield and Barrett Strong for the Motown label, Smiling Faces was also covered that same year by … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Gloria Walker & The Chevelles – You Hit The Spot Baby

Posted on July 20, 2017 by

When it comes to funk and soul I can be really selective and have been known to spend hours sifting though random playlists in search of what I like.  Today’s song is a product of one of those searches and … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Down Beats – Why Do You Love Another

Posted on July 17, 2017 by

I caught this complete corker of a song on a radio show today and knew from the intro that something good was about to unfold….what I didn’t anticipate, however,  was just how good this was going to be! Why Do … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY LaVern Baker & Jimmy Ricks – You’re The Boss

Posted on July 9, 2017 by

The first time I heard this song was in the film Viva Las Vegas when Elvis and Ann-Margaret covered it in 1964.. and I couldn’t help including their rendition at the bottom of this post as it is a rather … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Frankie Seay & The Soul Riders — Soul Food

Posted on June 23, 2017 by

If you were to play the first 30 seconds of this song on a continuous loop, I’d be a happy bunny, this is one seriously gorgeous big beat!  Don’t get me wrong, I love the whole track, but this into … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Loose Meat – Edge Of Love

Posted on June 21, 2017 by

Now here is a track that I am getting rather excited about today! With its striking and unusual sound, this record instantly became a prominent musical feature of my day! Loose Meat are an avant-disco collaboration between Archie Bronson Outfit’s Mark … Continue reading →

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SONG OF THE DAY Sharaf Band feat. Xaawo Hiiraan – Kadeed Badanaa Naftaydani (My Life is Full of Tribulations)

Posted on June 20, 2017 by

 “This stunning compilation of ’70s songs from Somalia (with an incredible backstory) has the verve of ’90s hip-hop & the soul of Ethio jazz.” The intriguing description above drew my attention to some more exciting new sounds tonight!!  New York’s … Continue reading →

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