Post by DocFish on Jul 28, 2021 16:13:17 GMT
To order: PM me . Records will be reserved on a strict first come, first served basis.
No matter how big your order is, 7.- Euro flat unless you want registered postage!
I recomend registration for all orders over 50.- Euro for additional cost of 3.- Euros.
The list is not really sorted, so you find Funk, next to Northern and R&B next to Modern. Prices are in Euro!!!
Grading: Goldmine grading system - M- / VG++/ VG+ / VG / VG- etc.
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THE LAST GENERATION: Just A Chance In Life / You're All I Need * LAST GENERATION, Vinyl: VG+ / Sleeve: VG+, 175.- Euro
Excellent funky Modern Soul double sider from Saginaw/Michigan on their own private label. The few copies, that popped up 10 years ago are all in collections now and the price of this can only go one way...
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lastgenerationjustachance.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lastgenerationyoureall.mp3
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DISC & THAT: Space Walk * WILKERR, VG+, 100.- Euro
Disco Boogie from 1980 on the way rarer 7" compared to the 12". The man behind this dancefloor bomb is producer George Kerr, who is responsible for countless classics of the classic soul era.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/discandthatspacewalk.mp3
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ALPERT & SHEENE: Love Is First / Barry's Song * A&S, M-, 100.- Euro
Semi know and great Modern Soul two sider from 1980 in perfect condition. One side is a great dancer with an excellent band backing up a lady singer extraordinaire. Flip it over and we enter two step/mellow groove territory. Two fantastic sides for the price of one.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alpertandsheeneloveis.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alpertandsheenebarrys.mp3
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PATTI JO: Ain't No Love Lost * SCEPTER, VG+, wol 80.- Euro
Richard Tufo and Curtis Mayfield collaboration on this 1972 masterpiece and one of only two 45s the talented Patti Jo recorded. One channel has mild clicks on the first few bars and the promo lettering is inked out. Otherwise great and clean copy.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/patttijoaintno.mp3
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JOE CHAPMAN: Beautiful Lover / I'll Be Your Everything * BISCUIT, M-, 80.- Euro
Frederick Knight pennend Florida Modern Soul. Superb record with a nice ballad flipside.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joechapbeautiful.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joechapillbeyour.mp3
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LEE McDONALD: Gotta Get Home / Show Me * DEBBIE, M-, 75.- Euro
Outstanding Modern Soul stepper from 1979. Top side is on the rare LP by Lee McDonald as well, but the 7" provides a different mix compared to the LP-take. Flip it over for a beautiful slow jam.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldgottaget.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldshow.mp3
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CRYSTAL MOTION: You're My Main Squeeze * SOUND GEMS, promo, M-, wol, 75.- Euro, on hold
Way rarer promo copy of this adrenaline fueled uptempo 70's Northern Soul spin, that caused dancefloor riots from the 70's till today. Someone wrote "very fast" with a lead pen on this and boy he was right!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/crystalmotionyouremy.mp3
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CASH McCALL: More Power To You * PS, M-, 75.- Euro
Funky edged powerhouse dancer and so very very underrated. Once again, the Windy City is the home of this dancefloor destroyer and to find this as clean as this copy is a task. Check the soundbyte and get blown away!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cashmccallmorep.mp3
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BIG MAYBELLE: Quittin' Time / I Can't Wait Any Longer * ROJAC, VG, small edge chip, dnap, 75.- Euro
Hard hitting uptempo R&B soul by Big Maybelle, that never fails to get the dancers up. Flip it over for a super soulful midtempo side. This copy has numerous marks on either side, but plays like a champ.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bigmaybellequitttin.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bigmaybellicantwait.mp3
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THE FOUR SONICS: Tell Me Your Mine * SEPIA, tiny "x" on lbl, M-, 60.- Euro
Not much Detroit Soul on this list, but here is a mind blowing exception. Just look at the credits, Mike Terry, Lorraine Chandler and Jack Ashford .... a dream team at work. Anyway, nice and clean copy of this mighty fine 60's dancer from the heydays of motor city 60's soul.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/foursonicstelllme.mp3
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"LITTLE" ANTHONY BURNS: Try Me Darling / Do Right Man * ATLANTA; M-, 50.- Euro
South Carolina deep soul double header with two magnificient tearjerkers back to back. Not an easy one to track down, especially in this good condition.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/anthonyburnstryme.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/anthonyburnsdoright.mp3
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RAW SPITT: Songs To Sing / That Ain't My Wife (That I See) * UNITED ARTISTS, M-, 50.- Euro
Legendary deep soul double sider from the decks of Jerry Williams aka Swamp Dogg.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rawwspitttsongsto.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rawwspitttthataintmy.mp3
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LORRAINE JOHNSON: The More I Get, The More I Want * PRELUDE promo, VG++, almost M-, 50.- Euro, on hold
Moses Dillard produced cover of the Teddy Pendergrass classic by Lorraine Johnson (check the list for another stunner by her). A record, that works from bar one to the fade out. Pure dancefloor bliss from 1977!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lorrainejohnsonthemore.mp3
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THE DEL VIKINGS: Keep On Walkin' * JO JO, M-, 50.- Euro
Funky 70's soul mover by a veteran group, that recorded from the Doo-Wop-era till the 70's. They knew from their street corner days how to set up harmonies and with an arranging giant like Rene Hall on the credits, you know you have a masterpiece in your hands. Not well known and surely something for the DJ, who likes to drop something different.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/delvikingskeepon.mp3
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JOHN GATES: Tell Me You Love Me * DELLWOOD, VG++, 50.- Euro
Semi known modern soul dancer from 1978 with superb vocals and a great production.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johngatestellme.mp3
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ANETTA: Get Away Boy / Since There's No More You * JUGGY, VG++, 40.- Euro
Anette Snell's first solo recording from 1970 on Juggy Murray's label from New York. Before she went solo, Anetta was a member of The Fabulettes, who recorded some superb sides for Monumenet and Sound Stage 7 in Nashville. She then colaborated with Buddy Killen and recorded a handful of fantatstic 45s for Epic records. Anyway, here we have a great funky uptempo dancer and a mindblowing good deep soul flip for you to to consider.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/annettagetaway.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/annettasincethere.mp3
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SONNY ANDERSON & PRINCE CONLEY: Love And Laughter * EMERSON, strong VG, heavy label wear, 40.- Euro
Magnificient and underplayed nighter spin, that sounds like a four figure record to these ears. Shame about trhe labels, but hey, it's in the grooves what counts.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sonnyandersonloveand.mp3
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PHILLY DEVOTIONS: I Just Can't Say Goodbye / Come Over On The Lovin Side * DON DE, VG++, 40.- Euro
Real deal Philly 70's Soul dancer backed up by a sweet ballad. Recorded at the legendary Sigma Sound Studios and a record that anticipates the upcoming disco sound and is soulful to the max at the same time. No surprise that the legendary Mecca DJs Ian Levine and Colin Curtis picked up on it and made it an anthem to the crowd back then. Time for a revival me thinks...
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/phillydevotionsijust.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/phillydevotionscome.mp3
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VISE: Baby I Love You * CHOCOLATE MAMA, reissue, VG+, 40.- Euro
Recently reactivated (well, I heard it in some online sets) funky 70's soul masterpiece on the official 2nd issue; a great record, that fills dancefloors whenever the needle hits the grooves.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/visebabyiloveyou.mp3
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BILLY McGREGOR: The Great Creation / It's My Turn Now * MELLOTONE, VG++, 40.- Euro
Underplayed Chicago 60's soul dancer backed up by a mindblowing good deep soul tune, actually the better side in my humble opinion. Check the soundbytes!
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billymcgregorthegreat.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billymcgregoritsmyturn.mp3
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MARION BLACK: Who Knows * CAPSOUL, VG-, plays great! 40.- Euro
Slightly wounded, but great playing copy of this amazing R&B styled 60's dancer with a huge following among european collectors.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marionblackwhokn.mp3
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BARBARA HALL: You Brought It On Yourself * INNOVATION II, VG++, 40.- Euro
Look at the credits on this excellent 1975 dancer. Written by Sam Dees, produced by Major Lance and Otis Leavill - truly a dream team at work!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarahallyoubroughtit.mp3
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DEBBIE S.: Try My Love * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 50.- Euro
Flawless copy of this exceptional Detroit mellow groover. Super soulful vocals and a dreamy two-step arrangement. Highly recomended!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/debbiestrymy.mp3
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GARLAND GREEN: Don't Let Love Walk Out On Us / Ask Me What You Want * RCA; promo, M-, 40.- Euro
Great 70's dancer by Garland Green with some involvement by Leon Haywood. Super clean promotional copy complete with it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreendontlet.mp3
soundfie 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenaskme.mp3
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HELEN CURRY / THE BLENDERS: I Want You, I Need You /Same instr. * JA-WES, M-, mild label damage, 35.- Euro
Excellent Chicago funky crossover soul by Helen Curry, who was a member of The Independets. The instrumental flipside is great as well with a jazzy flute on lead.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/helencurryiwant.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/blendersiwantyou.mp3
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RAY BARETTO: Soul Drummers / Mercy, Mercy Baby * PINK ELPHANT, made in Netherlands, pushed out centre, VG to VG+, 35.- Euro
Arguably one of the finest Latin Soul Boogaloo double siders ever recorded. The guy on the Timbales and on the Bongos truly gets wicked and if you like your stuff sweaty and full of tricky latin rhythms with soulful vocals on top, you know what to do...
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raybarettosouldrummers.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raybarettomercy.mp3
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AL WILSON: Now I Know What Love Is * Soul City, VG+, 35.- Euro
Willie Hutch penned Northern Soul dancer by the guy, who everybody connects to "The Snake", but he deserves better.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alwilsonnowiknowhat.mp3
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THE PRETENDERS: I Call It Love * CARNIVAL, M-, 35.- Euro, on hold
Sweet Soul masterpiece on New Jersey's Carnival records, that defined the sound of Soul like no other label. The later released uptempo version might be way more indemand and expensive, but this slow jam is definitely the better record. Check the soundbyte and melt away...
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/pretendersicallitlove.mp3
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RICKY WOMACK & THE CHRISTIAN ESSENCE: Something Better Out Of Me * HIS WAY; VG+, wol on lbl flipside, 35.- Euro
80's gospel soul stepper with great vocals and a prominent gospel piano. Not to much mentioning of the lord and a guy called jesus makes this relatable to all you atheist out there as well.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rickywomacksomething.mp3
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HERMAN H. HARPER: Headed For The Streets * LOADSTONE, VG++, 35.- Euro
Great 70's soul dancer with an enthusiastic percussion player.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hermanharperheadedfor.mp3
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CLARENCE MANN: Have Faith In Me / Man's Temptation * T&M, M-, residue from removed sticker on lbl, 35.- Euro
Two outstanding mellow grooving southern soul sides, that tick all the boxes. Two perfect examples of real soul music from Selma/Alabama. Highly recomended!
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/clarencemannhavefaith.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/clarencemannmanstempt.mp3
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JOHNNY COPELAND: Suffering City / It's My Own Tears That's Being Wasted * ATLANTIC, VG+, sticker on lbl flipside, 30.- Euro, on hold
Great uptempo soul by big voiced Johnny Copeland backed up by stunning deep soul side.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnycopelandsuffering.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnycopelanditsmyown.mp3
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N. F. PORTER: Keep On Keeping On * LIZARD, M-, 30.- Euro
Northern Soul classic by N.F. (Nolan) Porter in immaculate shape.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/nfporterkeep.mp3
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WILLIAM BONNY: Love, Love, Love * MERCURY, promo, VG+, sticker on lbl, 30.- Euro, on hold
Blue eyed 60's soul stomper and a cover of Bobby Hebb's epic "Love, Love, Love".
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williambonnylove.mp3
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RUEBEN BELL: Another Day Lost * MURCO, promo, VG++, 30.- Euro
Superb midtempo mover by big voiced Rueben Bell and this is the rarer and nice looking DJ copy of this 60's gem. Vinyl has no marks at all, but looks a bit pale for some reason. Plays great!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/reubenbellanotherday.mp3
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JOHN "ROOTMAN" HENRY: Say It * DIG, VG++, heavy wol on lbl flipside, 30.- Euro
Superb Miami 70's soul dancer produced by Willie Clark and Clarenec "Blowfly" Reid. Florida soul at it's very best. Vinyl has no marks or scratches, but looks a bit pale.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnrootmansayit.mp3
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ERNIE SHELBY: Punish Me / Bend Over Backwards * POLYDOR, M-, mild storage warp, 30.- Euro
Polydor's A&R man for soulmusic definitely had good taste, some great records came out on this major label. Most of them didn't sell at all and are highly collectable these days. Especially the issues, that in many cases have the better track on it then the mono/stereo promos. Here we have an overlooked Muscle Shoals production co-written by Phillip Mitchell (flipside is co-written by George Soule, who also played drums on both sides) and produced by Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford. Two stunning southern soul sides by a guy, who only released six 45s in his career
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbypunishme.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbybendover.mp3
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HORACE BAILEY: Cool Monkey * DELENE, VG+, 30.- Euro
Raunchy 60's soul from point nowhere. Actually I know nothing about this record, except, that it's great.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/horacwbaileycoolmonkey.mp3
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SCIENTISTS OF SOUL: Be's That-A-Way Sometime * KASHE, VG++, 30.- Euro
Swinging crossover soul by a Chicago group going by the great name "Scientists Of Soul". We all need the advice of scientists in this worrying times, don't we?
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/scientistsofbesthataway.mp3
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MASTERS OF SOUL: Right On / The Vow * OVIDE, VG++/ M-, 20.- Euro
Funky crossover Soul backed up by stunning sweet group soul side.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mastersofsoulright.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mastersofsoulthev.mp3
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CHET DAVENPORT: War In The Ghetto / What Would I Do * KING BEE, strong VG+, 20.- Euro
Excellent funky soul backed up by a superb ballad. After two releases on John Ridleys Sound Stage 7 output, Chet Davenport did his thing as an entrerpreneur and run his own labels King Bee and Toeholt. All of his releases are great with this one being no exception.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/chetdavenportwar.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/chetdavenportwhat.mp3
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SARGENT KELLY: I Like It * CKEILKO, VG+, 30.- Euro
Private Miami Funk bomb with sharp horns a wicked rhythm section, sassy grils singing in the background and the Sargent is yelling out his message. Superb, if obscure funk is your cup of tea.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sargentkellyilikeit.mp3
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ERROLL GAYE & THE IMAGINATIONS: Love And Affection / You Don't Want my Love * STEEL TOWN; M-, 25.- Euro
One side soulful and uptempo, flip it over for a great sweet side. Excellent 1975 local Pittsburgh release, that can only go up in price. This copy comes with it's original jukebox stripe.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/errollgayelovveand.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/errollgayeyoudont.mp3
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EDDIE GILES: Married Lady * ALARM, VG++, scratched out artist name and "x" on one side of the label, 25.- Euro
One of the truly great 70's soul songs by Eddie Giles, who recorded several great sides for Shreveports Murco records in the 60's. Louisiana Cheatin' Soul at it's finest and the production credits go to Bobby Patterson.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiegilesmarried.mp3
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GARLAND GREEN: Just My Way Of Loving You * COTILLION, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Super soulful Chicago crossover soul produced by Syl Johnson and arranged by Donny Hathaway. You will struggle to find a cleaner copy then this!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenjustmy.mp3
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DEXTER WANSEL: New Beginning * PHILADEHIA INTERNATIONAL, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Simply wonderful jazzy stepper and this copy is as clean as it gets.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dexterwanselnewbegin.mp3
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JEAN CARN: Free Love PHILADELPHIA INERNATIONAL, promo, M-, 15.- Euro
One of the finest 70's dancers in the extensive Philadelphie International catalogue. Great vocals and a sophisticated production by Gamble & Huff. Simply a masterpiece and this copy is absolutely flawless.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jeancarnfreelove.mp3
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TWO TONS OF LOVE: Brown And Beautiful / It's A Bad Situation In A Beautiful Place * KAPP, M-, 20.- Euro
Chicano Soul from East L.A. with two great sides back to back. One side offers flawless crossover soul, flip it over for a funky track with social aware lyrics.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/twotonsoflovebrown.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/twotonsofloveitsabad.mp3
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CRYSTAL GRASS: Crystal World * PHILIPS, made in France, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, heavy wol, 20.- Euro
Great funky soul from 1974 and one of the last discoveries of Keb Darge before he turned his back from the soul and funk world. This is the french picture sleeve issue and it's on heavy vinyl not on styrene like the US Polydor release.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/crystalgrasscrystal.mp3
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THE CLIMATES: Breaking Up Again * SUN, VG+, sticker on label flipside, stamp on label, 25.- Euro
Proper 60's Northern Soul on Sam Phillips legendary Sun label out of Memphis/Tennessee. Maybe the most unusual record on the label, that got famous for for being the starting point for Elvis Presley's, Johnny Cash's and Jerry Lee Lewis' careers.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/climatesbreaking.mp3
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AL WILSON: The Snake * SOUL CITY, VG+, 20.- Euro
Oooops, words fail me to describe this...
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alwilsonthesnake.mp3
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WILLIE TEE: Thank You John * ATLANTIC, M-, 15.- Euro
New Orleans finest piano player and singer with his follow up to "Walking Up A One Way Street" and it's written and played in the same easy shuffling way. Great vocals, superb lyrics and a mindblowing production by Wardell Quezerque.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieteethankyouj.mp3
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HUGH BOYNTON & SALT AND PEPPER: Funky Grasshopper * LANOR, M-, 15.- Euro
Georgia funk by the legendary Hugh "Huriah" Boynton, who recorded some amazing sides for Lanor and several other labels. One of the unsung heroes of the classic soul era and this is definitely his funkiest side of his recording career.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hughboyntonfunky.mp3
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BOBBY MARCHAN: (Ain't No Reason) For Girls To Be Lonely * GAMBLE, M-, heavy wol, 15.- Euro
Cool 60's dancer, that also had his impact on the belgian popcorn scene, produced by Philly's finest Gamble and Huff.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbymarchanaintno.mp3
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MIGHTY MARVELOWS: Talkin' Bout Ya, Baby * ABC, VG-, plays fine, 15.- Euro
Slightly used copy of this 60's dancefloor winner. Good for DJing as the saying goes.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mightymarvelostalkinnnbout.mp3
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BARBARA BROWN: A Great Big Thing / Can't Find No Happiness * ATCO, M-, wol, 15.- Euro
Superb Memphis deep soul double header by one of the greatest female vocalists ever.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarabrownagreat.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarabrowncantfindno.mp3
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THE BLUE NOTES: Hot Chills And Cold Thrills / Never Gonna Leave You * UNI, M-, 12.- Euro
The group that changed their name to Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes and had massive hits in the 70's on one of their last releases under their old name from 1969.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bluenoteshotchiklls.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bluenotesnevergonna.mp3
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BEN E. KING: I Can't Take It Like A Man * MAXWELL, M-, 10.- Euro
Facemelting midtempo 70's soul by one of the great voices of the classic aera. Clean stock, complete with it's original distribution sleeve. Don't sleep on a real soul masterpiece.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/beneeekingicanttake.mp3
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No matter how big your order is, 7.- Euro flat unless you want registered postage!
I recomend registration for all orders over 50.- Euro for additional cost of 3.- Euros.
The list is not really sorted, so you find Funk, next to Northern and R&B next to Modern. Prices are in Euro!!!
Grading: Goldmine grading system - M- / VG++/ VG+ / VG / VG- etc.
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THE LAST GENERATION: Just A Chance In Life / You're All I Need * LAST GENERATION, Vinyl: VG+ / Sleeve: VG+, 175.- Euro
Excellent funky Modern Soul double sider from Saginaw/Michigan on their own private label. The few copies, that popped up 10 years ago are all in collections now and the price of this can only go one way...
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lastgenerationjustachance.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lastgenerationyoureall.mp3
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DISC & THAT: Space Walk * WILKERR, VG+, 100.- Euro
Disco Boogie from 1980 on the way rarer 7" compared to the 12". The man behind this dancefloor bomb is producer George Kerr, who is responsible for countless classics of the classic soul era.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/discandthatspacewalk.mp3
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ALPERT & SHEENE: Love Is First / Barry's Song * A&S, M-, 100.- Euro
Semi know and great Modern Soul two sider from 1980 in perfect condition. One side is a great dancer with an excellent band backing up a lady singer extraordinaire. Flip it over and we enter two step/mellow groove territory. Two fantastic sides for the price of one.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alpertandsheeneloveis.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alpertandsheenebarrys.mp3
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PATTI JO: Ain't No Love Lost * SCEPTER, VG+, wol 80.- Euro
Richard Tufo and Curtis Mayfield collaboration on this 1972 masterpiece and one of only two 45s the talented Patti Jo recorded. One channel has mild clicks on the first few bars and the promo lettering is inked out. Otherwise great and clean copy.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/patttijoaintno.mp3
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JOE CHAPMAN: Beautiful Lover / I'll Be Your Everything * BISCUIT, M-, 80.- Euro
Frederick Knight pennend Florida Modern Soul. Superb record with a nice ballad flipside.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joechapbeautiful.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/joechapillbeyour.mp3
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LEE McDONALD: Gotta Get Home / Show Me * DEBBIE, M-, 75.- Euro
Outstanding Modern Soul stepper from 1979. Top side is on the rare LP by Lee McDonald as well, but the 7" provides a different mix compared to the LP-take. Flip it over for a beautiful slow jam.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldgottaget.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/leemcdonaldshow.mp3
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CRYSTAL MOTION: You're My Main Squeeze * SOUND GEMS, promo, M-, wol, 75.- Euro, on hold
Way rarer promo copy of this adrenaline fueled uptempo 70's Northern Soul spin, that caused dancefloor riots from the 70's till today. Someone wrote "very fast" with a lead pen on this and boy he was right!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/crystalmotionyouremy.mp3
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CASH McCALL: More Power To You * PS, M-, 75.- Euro
Funky edged powerhouse dancer and so very very underrated. Once again, the Windy City is the home of this dancefloor destroyer and to find this as clean as this copy is a task. Check the soundbyte and get blown away!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/cashmccallmorep.mp3
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BIG MAYBELLE: Quittin' Time / I Can't Wait Any Longer * ROJAC, VG, small edge chip, dnap, 75.- Euro
Hard hitting uptempo R&B soul by Big Maybelle, that never fails to get the dancers up. Flip it over for a super soulful midtempo side. This copy has numerous marks on either side, but plays like a champ.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bigmaybellequitttin.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bigmaybellicantwait.mp3
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THE FOUR SONICS: Tell Me Your Mine * SEPIA, tiny "x" on lbl, M-, 60.- Euro
Not much Detroit Soul on this list, but here is a mind blowing exception. Just look at the credits, Mike Terry, Lorraine Chandler and Jack Ashford .... a dream team at work. Anyway, nice and clean copy of this mighty fine 60's dancer from the heydays of motor city 60's soul.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/foursonicstelllme.mp3
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"LITTLE" ANTHONY BURNS: Try Me Darling / Do Right Man * ATLANTA; M-, 50.- Euro
South Carolina deep soul double header with two magnificient tearjerkers back to back. Not an easy one to track down, especially in this good condition.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/anthonyburnstryme.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/anthonyburnsdoright.mp3
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RAW SPITT: Songs To Sing / That Ain't My Wife (That I See) * UNITED ARTISTS, M-, 50.- Euro
Legendary deep soul double sider from the decks of Jerry Williams aka Swamp Dogg.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rawwspitttsongsto.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rawwspitttthataintmy.mp3
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LORRAINE JOHNSON: The More I Get, The More I Want * PRELUDE promo, VG++, almost M-, 50.- Euro, on hold
Moses Dillard produced cover of the Teddy Pendergrass classic by Lorraine Johnson (check the list for another stunner by her). A record, that works from bar one to the fade out. Pure dancefloor bliss from 1977!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/lorrainejohnsonthemore.mp3
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THE DEL VIKINGS: Keep On Walkin' * JO JO, M-, 50.- Euro
Funky 70's soul mover by a veteran group, that recorded from the Doo-Wop-era till the 70's. They knew from their street corner days how to set up harmonies and with an arranging giant like Rene Hall on the credits, you know you have a masterpiece in your hands. Not well known and surely something for the DJ, who likes to drop something different.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/delvikingskeepon.mp3
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JOHN GATES: Tell Me You Love Me * DELLWOOD, VG++, 50.- Euro
Semi known modern soul dancer from 1978 with superb vocals and a great production.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johngatestellme.mp3
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ANETTA: Get Away Boy / Since There's No More You * JUGGY, VG++, 40.- Euro
Anette Snell's first solo recording from 1970 on Juggy Murray's label from New York. Before she went solo, Anetta was a member of The Fabulettes, who recorded some superb sides for Monumenet and Sound Stage 7 in Nashville. She then colaborated with Buddy Killen and recorded a handful of fantatstic 45s for Epic records. Anyway, here we have a great funky uptempo dancer and a mindblowing good deep soul flip for you to to consider.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/annettagetaway.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/annettasincethere.mp3
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SONNY ANDERSON & PRINCE CONLEY: Love And Laughter * EMERSON, strong VG, heavy label wear, 40.- Euro
Magnificient and underplayed nighter spin, that sounds like a four figure record to these ears. Shame about trhe labels, but hey, it's in the grooves what counts.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sonnyandersonloveand.mp3
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PHILLY DEVOTIONS: I Just Can't Say Goodbye / Come Over On The Lovin Side * DON DE, VG++, 40.- Euro
Real deal Philly 70's Soul dancer backed up by a sweet ballad. Recorded at the legendary Sigma Sound Studios and a record that anticipates the upcoming disco sound and is soulful to the max at the same time. No surprise that the legendary Mecca DJs Ian Levine and Colin Curtis picked up on it and made it an anthem to the crowd back then. Time for a revival me thinks...
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/phillydevotionsijust.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/phillydevotionscome.mp3
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VISE: Baby I Love You * CHOCOLATE MAMA, reissue, VG+, 40.- Euro
Recently reactivated (well, I heard it in some online sets) funky 70's soul masterpiece on the official 2nd issue; a great record, that fills dancefloors whenever the needle hits the grooves.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/visebabyiloveyou.mp3
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BILLY McGREGOR: The Great Creation / It's My Turn Now * MELLOTONE, VG++, 40.- Euro
Underplayed Chicago 60's soul dancer backed up by a mindblowing good deep soul tune, actually the better side in my humble opinion. Check the soundbytes!
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billymcgregorthegreat.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/billymcgregoritsmyturn.mp3
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MARION BLACK: Who Knows * CAPSOUL, VG-, plays great! 40.- Euro
Slightly wounded, but great playing copy of this amazing R&B styled 60's dancer with a huge following among european collectors.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/marionblackwhokn.mp3
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BARBARA HALL: You Brought It On Yourself * INNOVATION II, VG++, 40.- Euro
Look at the credits on this excellent 1975 dancer. Written by Sam Dees, produced by Major Lance and Otis Leavill - truly a dream team at work!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarahallyoubroughtit.mp3
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DEBBIE S.: Try My Love * FLAMING ARROW, M-, 50.- Euro
Flawless copy of this exceptional Detroit mellow groover. Super soulful vocals and a dreamy two-step arrangement. Highly recomended!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/debbiestrymy.mp3
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GARLAND GREEN: Don't Let Love Walk Out On Us / Ask Me What You Want * RCA; promo, M-, 40.- Euro
Great 70's dancer by Garland Green with some involvement by Leon Haywood. Super clean promotional copy complete with it's original distribution sleeve.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreendontlet.mp3
soundfie 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenaskme.mp3
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HELEN CURRY / THE BLENDERS: I Want You, I Need You /Same instr. * JA-WES, M-, mild label damage, 35.- Euro
Excellent Chicago funky crossover soul by Helen Curry, who was a member of The Independets. The instrumental flipside is great as well with a jazzy flute on lead.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/helencurryiwant.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/blendersiwantyou.mp3
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RAY BARETTO: Soul Drummers / Mercy, Mercy Baby * PINK ELPHANT, made in Netherlands, pushed out centre, VG to VG+, 35.- Euro
Arguably one of the finest Latin Soul Boogaloo double siders ever recorded. The guy on the Timbales and on the Bongos truly gets wicked and if you like your stuff sweaty and full of tricky latin rhythms with soulful vocals on top, you know what to do...
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raybarettosouldrummers.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/raybarettomercy.mp3
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AL WILSON: Now I Know What Love Is * Soul City, VG+, 35.- Euro
Willie Hutch penned Northern Soul dancer by the guy, who everybody connects to "The Snake", but he deserves better.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alwilsonnowiknowhat.mp3
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THE PRETENDERS: I Call It Love * CARNIVAL, M-, 35.- Euro, on hold
Sweet Soul masterpiece on New Jersey's Carnival records, that defined the sound of Soul like no other label. The later released uptempo version might be way more indemand and expensive, but this slow jam is definitely the better record. Check the soundbyte and melt away...
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/pretendersicallitlove.mp3
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RICKY WOMACK & THE CHRISTIAN ESSENCE: Something Better Out Of Me * HIS WAY; VG+, wol on lbl flipside, 35.- Euro
80's gospel soul stepper with great vocals and a prominent gospel piano. Not to much mentioning of the lord and a guy called jesus makes this relatable to all you atheist out there as well.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/rickywomacksomething.mp3
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HERMAN H. HARPER: Headed For The Streets * LOADSTONE, VG++, 35.- Euro
Great 70's soul dancer with an enthusiastic percussion player.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hermanharperheadedfor.mp3
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CLARENCE MANN: Have Faith In Me / Man's Temptation * T&M, M-, residue from removed sticker on lbl, 35.- Euro
Two outstanding mellow grooving southern soul sides, that tick all the boxes. Two perfect examples of real soul music from Selma/Alabama. Highly recomended!
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/clarencemannhavefaith.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/clarencemannmanstempt.mp3
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JOHNNY COPELAND: Suffering City / It's My Own Tears That's Being Wasted * ATLANTIC, VG+, sticker on lbl flipside, 30.- Euro, on hold
Great uptempo soul by big voiced Johnny Copeland backed up by stunning deep soul side.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnycopelandsuffering.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnnycopelanditsmyown.mp3
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N. F. PORTER: Keep On Keeping On * LIZARD, M-, 30.- Euro
Northern Soul classic by N.F. (Nolan) Porter in immaculate shape.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/nfporterkeep.mp3
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WILLIAM BONNY: Love, Love, Love * MERCURY, promo, VG+, sticker on lbl, 30.- Euro, on hold
Blue eyed 60's soul stomper and a cover of Bobby Hebb's epic "Love, Love, Love".
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/williambonnylove.mp3
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RUEBEN BELL: Another Day Lost * MURCO, promo, VG++, 30.- Euro
Superb midtempo mover by big voiced Rueben Bell and this is the rarer and nice looking DJ copy of this 60's gem. Vinyl has no marks at all, but looks a bit pale for some reason. Plays great!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/reubenbellanotherday.mp3
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JOHN "ROOTMAN" HENRY: Say It * DIG, VG++, heavy wol on lbl flipside, 30.- Euro
Superb Miami 70's soul dancer produced by Willie Clark and Clarenec "Blowfly" Reid. Florida soul at it's very best. Vinyl has no marks or scratches, but looks a bit pale.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/johnrootmansayit.mp3
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ERNIE SHELBY: Punish Me / Bend Over Backwards * POLYDOR, M-, mild storage warp, 30.- Euro
Polydor's A&R man for soulmusic definitely had good taste, some great records came out on this major label. Most of them didn't sell at all and are highly collectable these days. Especially the issues, that in many cases have the better track on it then the mono/stereo promos. Here we have an overlooked Muscle Shoals production co-written by Phillip Mitchell (flipside is co-written by George Soule, who also played drums on both sides) and produced by Clayton Ivey and Terry Woodford. Two stunning southern soul sides by a guy, who only released six 45s in his career
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbypunishme.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/ernieshelbybendover.mp3
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HORACE BAILEY: Cool Monkey * DELENE, VG+, 30.- Euro
Raunchy 60's soul from point nowhere. Actually I know nothing about this record, except, that it's great.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/horacwbaileycoolmonkey.mp3
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SCIENTISTS OF SOUL: Be's That-A-Way Sometime * KASHE, VG++, 30.- Euro
Swinging crossover soul by a Chicago group going by the great name "Scientists Of Soul". We all need the advice of scientists in this worrying times, don't we?
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/scientistsofbesthataway.mp3
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MASTERS OF SOUL: Right On / The Vow * OVIDE, VG++/ M-, 20.- Euro
Funky crossover Soul backed up by stunning sweet group soul side.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mastersofsoulright.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mastersofsoulthev.mp3
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CHET DAVENPORT: War In The Ghetto / What Would I Do * KING BEE, strong VG+, 20.- Euro
Excellent funky soul backed up by a superb ballad. After two releases on John Ridleys Sound Stage 7 output, Chet Davenport did his thing as an entrerpreneur and run his own labels King Bee and Toeholt. All of his releases are great with this one being no exception.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/chetdavenportwar.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/chetdavenportwhat.mp3
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SARGENT KELLY: I Like It * CKEILKO, VG+, 30.- Euro
Private Miami Funk bomb with sharp horns a wicked rhythm section, sassy grils singing in the background and the Sargent is yelling out his message. Superb, if obscure funk is your cup of tea.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/sargentkellyilikeit.mp3
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ERROLL GAYE & THE IMAGINATIONS: Love And Affection / You Don't Want my Love * STEEL TOWN; M-, 25.- Euro
One side soulful and uptempo, flip it over for a great sweet side. Excellent 1975 local Pittsburgh release, that can only go up in price. This copy comes with it's original jukebox stripe.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/errollgayelovveand.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/errollgayeyoudont.mp3
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EDDIE GILES: Married Lady * ALARM, VG++, scratched out artist name and "x" on one side of the label, 25.- Euro
One of the truly great 70's soul songs by Eddie Giles, who recorded several great sides for Shreveports Murco records in the 60's. Louisiana Cheatin' Soul at it's finest and the production credits go to Bobby Patterson.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/eddiegilesmarried.mp3
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GARLAND GREEN: Just My Way Of Loving You * COTILLION, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Super soulful Chicago crossover soul produced by Syl Johnson and arranged by Donny Hathaway. You will struggle to find a cleaner copy then this!
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/garlandgreenjustmy.mp3
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DEXTER WANSEL: New Beginning * PHILADEHIA INTERNATIONAL, promo, M-, 20.- Euro
Simply wonderful jazzy stepper and this copy is as clean as it gets.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/dexterwanselnewbegin.mp3
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JEAN CARN: Free Love PHILADELPHIA INERNATIONAL, promo, M-, 15.- Euro
One of the finest 70's dancers in the extensive Philadelphie International catalogue. Great vocals and a sophisticated production by Gamble & Huff. Simply a masterpiece and this copy is absolutely flawless.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/jeancarnfreelove.mp3
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TWO TONS OF LOVE: Brown And Beautiful / It's A Bad Situation In A Beautiful Place * KAPP, M-, 20.- Euro
Chicano Soul from East L.A. with two great sides back to back. One side offers flawless crossover soul, flip it over for a funky track with social aware lyrics.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/twotonsoflovebrown.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/twotonsofloveitsabad.mp3
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CRYSTAL GRASS: Crystal World * PHILIPS, made in France, Vinyl: M- / Sleeve: VG+, heavy wol, 20.- Euro
Great funky soul from 1974 and one of the last discoveries of Keb Darge before he turned his back from the soul and funk world. This is the french picture sleeve issue and it's on heavy vinyl not on styrene like the US Polydor release.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/crystalgrasscrystal.mp3
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THE CLIMATES: Breaking Up Again * SUN, VG+, sticker on label flipside, stamp on label, 25.- Euro
Proper 60's Northern Soul on Sam Phillips legendary Sun label out of Memphis/Tennessee. Maybe the most unusual record on the label, that got famous for for being the starting point for Elvis Presley's, Johnny Cash's and Jerry Lee Lewis' careers.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/climatesbreaking.mp3
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AL WILSON: The Snake * SOUL CITY, VG+, 20.- Euro
Oooops, words fail me to describe this...
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/alwilsonthesnake.mp3
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WILLIE TEE: Thank You John * ATLANTIC, M-, 15.- Euro
New Orleans finest piano player and singer with his follow up to "Walking Up A One Way Street" and it's written and played in the same easy shuffling way. Great vocals, superb lyrics and a mindblowing production by Wardell Quezerque.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/willieteethankyouj.mp3
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HUGH BOYNTON & SALT AND PEPPER: Funky Grasshopper * LANOR, M-, 15.- Euro
Georgia funk by the legendary Hugh "Huriah" Boynton, who recorded some amazing sides for Lanor and several other labels. One of the unsung heroes of the classic soul era and this is definitely his funkiest side of his recording career.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/hughboyntonfunky.mp3
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BOBBY MARCHAN: (Ain't No Reason) For Girls To Be Lonely * GAMBLE, M-, heavy wol, 15.- Euro
Cool 60's dancer, that also had his impact on the belgian popcorn scene, produced by Philly's finest Gamble and Huff.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bobbymarchanaintno.mp3
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MIGHTY MARVELOWS: Talkin' Bout Ya, Baby * ABC, VG-, plays fine, 15.- Euro
Slightly used copy of this 60's dancefloor winner. Good for DJing as the saying goes.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/mightymarvelostalkinnnbout.mp3
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BARBARA BROWN: A Great Big Thing / Can't Find No Happiness * ATCO, M-, wol, 15.- Euro
Superb Memphis deep soul double header by one of the greatest female vocalists ever.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarabrownagreat.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/barbarabrowncantfindno.mp3
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THE BLUE NOTES: Hot Chills And Cold Thrills / Never Gonna Leave You * UNI, M-, 12.- Euro
The group that changed their name to Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes and had massive hits in the 70's on one of their last releases under their old name from 1969.
soundfile 1: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bluenoteshotchiklls.mp3
soundfile 2: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/bluenotesnevergonna.mp3
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BEN E. KING: I Can't Take It Like A Man * MAXWELL, M-, 10.- Euro
Facemelting midtempo 70's soul by one of the great voices of the classic aera. Clean stock, complete with it's original distribution sleeve. Don't sleep on a real soul masterpiece.
soundfile: hamburgcitysoul.com/upload/beneeekingicanttake.mp3
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