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Monday, April 28, 2025

VA - The Legendary Keb Darge, Soul Spectrum Volume II [1999]

SOUL

VA - The Legendary Keb Darge, Soul Spectrum Volume II [1999]

BBE (Barely Breaking Even) is a renowned independent record label founded in 1996 by Peter Adarkwah and Ben Jolly. The label's name was inspired by the 1982 disco track "Barely Breaking Even" by the Universal Robot Band. Based in London, BBE has become a hub for music enthusiasts, offering a diverse range of genres, including soul, funk, jazz, hip-hop, house, and disco.

One of BBE's standout features is its dedication to unearthing and celebrating rare and classic tracks, particularly in the realm of soul and funk. The label has released numerous compilations that showcase hidden gems and forgotten masterpieces, often curated by influential DJs and collectors like Keb Darge. These compilations highlight the depth and richness of the soul and funk genres, bringing lesser-known tracks to a wider audience.

This volume unearths rare soul tracks, with Keb Darge's expert curation bringing together a mix of deep soul and funk. Artists featured include Tony Fox, King Tutt, and the Patterson Twins, among others. This volume maintains the high standard set by the first, offering a rich listening experience for fans of the genre. Culling all 21 tracks from his own vast collection of rare 45s. Darge does include some incredibly hard-to-find sides, but thankfully he has the good sense to pick appealing, danceable tunes. The result is a highly listenable compilation.

So, push back the coffee table, switch off the lights, and get ready for a proper soul party, this series delivers a grade-A soundtrack that will keep your dancefloor alive. (B)

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Track list

01 Tony Fox - Love, Let Love and Be Loved 4:34

02 King Tutt - You've Got Me Hung Up 3:45

03 Storm - Can't Nobody Love Me Like You Do 3:48

04 Patterson Twins - Gonna Find a True Love 3:29

05 Brothers Gilmore - I Feel a Song 3:37

06 Broomfield Corporate - Doin' it Our Way 3:33

07 S.P.G. - Loveland 3:09

08 Jewel - Paradise 4:17

09 Target - Give Me One More Chance 3:04

10 Innersection - I'm in Debt to You 2:56

11 Ernest Baker - Alone Again 3:25

12 James D. Hall - I Wanna Get Into You 4:00

13 Infinity - Put Everything in Place 4:01

14 Willie Wright - Right on for The Darkness 3:16

15 Flowers - For Real 4:11

16 Artist Unknown - If It's Alright 3:15

17 Vise - Baby, I Love You 3:37

18 Bobby Reed - The Time is Right for Love 2:10

19 Whispers - As I Sit Here 2:32

20 Del-Larks - Job Opening Pt. 1 3:04

21 Flowers - For Real Pt. 2 4:12

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Music weaves itself into the fabric of our emotions, dances through the corridors of memory, and whispers to the soul of who we are. Sharing these stories deepens the connection, turning the experience into something timeless and profound.

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VA - Soul Spectrum Records Vol. 1 [1998]

SOUL

VA - Soul Spectrum Records Vol. 1 [1998]

Soul Spectrum Records Vol. 1 is an exceptional compilation album released in 2013 by Jazzman Records under their Soul Spectrum sub-label. Curated by Euan Fryer, this collection highlights rare and valuable tracks from the realms of soul, funk, and disco, offering listeners a carefully crafted selection of dancefloor gems.

This compilation features a 21 tracks selection of rare soul and funk tracks, highlighting the underground gems of the genre It features contributions from artists such as Heem the Music Monsters with their groovy "Wake Up" and Willie Wright's soulful "Right On For The Darkness." Other standout tracks include "All My Life" by Fluorescent Smogg—an ultra-rare piece valued at $8,000 in its original 7-inch form; and "What About the Child" by Gold, a poignant, stirring tune. Each song embodies the authentic spirit of soulful dance music, combining passionate vocals, driving rhythms, and heartfelt melodies.

What sets Soul Spectrum Records Vol. 1 apart is its commitment to preserving and reviving rare music for modern audiences. This compilation not only satisfies dedicated collectors but also introduces a new generation to the timeless magic of classic soul. It serves as a vibrant celebration of music history, making it a must-have for enthusiasts of soul and funk.

The album includes artists like Heem the Music Monsters, Barbara St. Clair, and Willie Wright, among others. The tracks are carefully chosen to represent the raw and authentic sound of soul music, making it a treasure trove for enthusiasts and collectors. (B)

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Track lists

01 Heem the Music Monsters - Wake Up 5:03

02 Barbara St. Clair - Teacherman 3:00

03 Billy Byrd - Lost in the Crowd 2:26

04 Willie Wright - Right on for the Darkness 3:16

05 Tolbert - I've Got It 4:54

06 Little Beaver - Listen to My Heartbeat 4:21

06 Barbara King - What I Did in the Street 3:38

07 Ellipsis - People 2:51

08 George Smallwood - Rollercoaster 3:02

09 Target - Give Me One More Chance 3:04

09 Freak - Life Goes On 3:20

10 Gold - What About the Child (mix for Sami) 3:28

11 Barbara Lynn - Mellow Feeling 3:16

12 Big Apple Band - Party & Get on Down 3:49

13 Phillip Wright - Keep Her Happy (Ashley Beedle Heavy Disco edit) 6:16

14 Nate Calhoun - Funktown 3:57

17 LaRom Baker - You're the Best (Tom Noble disco edit) 3:47

18 Raw Soul Express - The Way We Live 3:39

19 Zebra - Simple Song 3:14

20 Fluorescent Smogg - All My Life 3:34

21 Kings Go Forth - You're the One 4:06

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BB LUCKY DIP #415

BB LUCKY DIP #415

Lucky Dip's will be a mystery gift to those who choose to pick them up.

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Today's topic: MIXED BAG

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Sunday, April 27, 2025

VA - Closed on Account of Rabies, Poems and Tales of Edgar Allan Poe [1997] (2 x CDs)

SPOKEN POEMS & TALES

VA - Closed on Account of Rabies, Poems and Tales of Edgar Allan Poe [1997] (2 x CDs)

A hauntingly unique spoken-word tribute to the literary genius of Edgar Allan Poe. Released by Mercury Records, this double-CD compilation features an eclectic mix of artists interpreting Poe's iconic works through readings and performances. Produced by Hal Willner, the album captures the macabre and mysterious essence of Poe's writing.

CD1 includes chilling renditions such as Christopher Walken's reading of "The Raven" and Iggy Pop's gripping performance of "The Tell-Tale Heart." CD2 continues the eerie journey with Jeff Buckley's haunting "Ulalume" and Gabriel Byrne's evocative "The Masque of the Red Death." The album also features contributions from Marianne Faithfull, Deborah Harry, and Diamanda Galás. With Ralph Steadman's striking cover art, this compilation is a fitting homage to Poe's enduring legacy, blending literature and performance art in a truly unforgettable way. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Marianne Faithfull - Alone 1:30

02 Christopher Walken - The Raven 8:29

03 Iggy Pop - The Tell-Tale Heart 14:25

04 Ken Nordi - The Conqueror Worm 3:01

05 Diamanda Galas - The Black Cat 37:00

06 Gavin Friday - For Annie 5:21

07 Ed Sanders - To Helen 2:28

CD2

01 Ed Sanders - The Haunted Palace 5:42

02 Jeff Buckley - Ulalume 6:12

03 Dr. John - Berenice 27:41

04 Debbie Harry; Jazz Passengers - The City and the Sea 8:04

05 Marianne Faithfull - Annabel Lee 2:24

06 Gabriel Byrne - The Masque of The Red Death 18:12

07 Abel Ferrara - The Raven (Excerpt) 1:56

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VA - The Complete Edmond Hall, James P. Johnson, Sidney De Paris, Vic Dickenson Blue Note Sessions [1985] (4 x CDs)

SUNDAY JAZZ

Edmond Hall, James P. Johnson, Sidney De Paris, Vic Dickenson

VA - The Complete Edmond Hall, James P. Johnson, Sidney De Paris, Vic Dickenson Blue Note Sessions [1985] (4 x CDs)

To say that this limited-edition 4 x CD Mosaic box is overflowing with classics is an understatement. Included are a variety of small-group sessions (with overlapping personnel) from the early days of Blue Note. The Edmond Hall Celeste Quartet has five songs that are the only existing examples of Charlie Christian playing acoustic guitar; clarinetist Hall, Meade Lux Lewis (on celeste), and bassist Israel Crosby complete the unique group. The king of stride piano, James P. Johnson, is heard on eight solos; other combos are led by Johnson, Hall (who heads four groups in all), trumpeter Sidney DeParis, and trombonist Vic Dickenson (heard in a 1952 quartet with organist Bill Doggett). Among the other key soloists are vibraphonist Red Norvo, pianist Teddy Wilson, tenor great Ben Webster, baritonist Harry Carney, clarinetist Omer Simeon, and trombonist Benny Morton. But more important than the all-star personnel is the fact that the musicians are consistently inspired, and that the performances (ranging from Dixieland to advanced swing) are well-planned yet spontaneous. The accompanying 26-page booklet is a major plus too. Essential music; get this box while you can. (AMG review by Scott Yanow)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Edmond Hall Celeste Quartet - Jammin' in Four 4:22

02 Edmond Hall Celeste Quartet - Edmond Hall Blues 4:19

03 Edmond Hall Celeste Quartet - Profoundly Blue 4:10

04 Edmond Hall Celeste Quartet - Profoundly Blue #2 4:20

05 Edmond Hall Celeste Quartet - Celestial Express 3:56

06 Edmond Hall's All Star Quintet - Rompin' in '44 (alternate take) 4:00

07 Edmond Hall's All Star Quintet - Rompin' in '44 4:00

08 Edmond Hall's All Star Quintet - Blue Interval 4:17

09 Edmond Hall's All Star Quintet - Smooth Sailing (alternate take) 3:33

10 Edmond Hall's All Star Quintet - Smooth Sailing 3:48

11 Edmond Hall's All Star Quintet - Seein' Red 4:14

12 Edmond Hall Swingtet - It's Been So Long (alternate take) 2:35

13 Edmond Hall Swingtet - I Can't Believe That You're in Love With Me (alternate take) 3:42

14 Edmond Hall Swingtet - I Can't Believe That You're in Love With Me 3:04

15 Edmond Hall Swingtet - Big City Blues 4:15

16 Edmond Hall Swingtet - It's Been So Long 3:10

17 Edmond Hall Swingtet - Steamin' and Beamin' 3:49

CD2

01 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - High Society (alternate take #1) 4:12

02 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - High Society (alternate take #2) 4:06

03 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - High Society 4:05

04 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Blues at Blue Note (alternate take) 5:01

05 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Blues at Blue Note 4:17

06 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Night Shift Blues (alternate take) 4:13

07 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Night Shift Blues 4:10

08 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Royal Garden Blues (alternate take) 3:57

09 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Royal Garden Blues 4:10

10 Edmond Hall’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Blue Note Boogie 3:57

11 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Blue Mizz 3:54

12 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Blue Mizz (alternate take) 3:49

13 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Victory Stride (alternate take) 4:01

14 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Victory Stride 4:03

15 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Joy Mentin' 4:29

16 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - After You've Gone 4:25

CD3

01 Sidney De Paris’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Everybody Loves My Baby 3:37

02 Sidney De Paris’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Everybody Loves My Baby (alternate take) 4:21

03 Sidney De Paris’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Ballin' the Jack 4:45

04 Sidney De Paris’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Who's Sorry Now (alternate take) 4:29

05 Sidney De Paris’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Who's Sorry Now 4:18

06 Sidney De Paris’s Blue Note Jazzmen - The Call of the Blues 4:21

07 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Tishomingo Blues (alternate take) 4:59

08 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Tishomingo Blues 4:35

09 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Walkin' the Dog (alternate take) 4:38

10 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Walkin' the Dog 4:33

11 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - Easy Rider 4:39

12 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - At the Ball (alternate take) 3:43

13 James P. Johnson’s Blue Note Jazzmen - At the Ball 4:07

CD4

01 James P. Johnson - J.P. Boogie 3:49

02 James P. Johnson - Backwater Blues 4:01

03 James P. Johnson - Carolina Balmoral 3:38

04 James P. Johnson - Gut Stomp 3:32

05 James P. Johnson - Mule Walk (Stomp) 4:04

06 James P. Johnson - Arkansas Blues 3:56

07 James P. Johnson - Caprice Rag 3:16

08 James P. Johnson - Improvisation on Pinetop's Boogie Woogie 4:03

09 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - When You Wore a Tulip (alternate take) 4:15

10 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - When You Wore a Tulip 4:16

11 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - Moose March 4:23

12 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - Panama 4:00

13 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - Please Don't Talk About Me When I'm Gone 3:58

14 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - A Good Man is Hard to Find 4:04

15 Sidney De Paris's Blue Note Stompers - Weary Blues 3:50

16 Vic Dickenson - Tenderly 3:18

17 Vic Dickenson - Gettin' Sentimental Over You 2:48

18 Vic Dickenson - Lion's Den (alternate take) 2:59

19 Vic Dickenson - Lion's Den 3:08

20 Vic Dickenson - In a Mellotone 2:50

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MY COMPILATION SERIES VOL. 184

MY COMPILATION SERIES

Where visitors provide their self-made compilation.

(Please note, I will not be re-uploading any of the "My Compilations" created. So, visitors need pick up what you want ASAP.)

I want to thank all for sending in your submissions and following the Guidelines and new format.

If you have a query on any compilation, leave a comment or contact the owner using the email link where provided.

I am pleased to be able to post the next MY COMPILATION series of submissions.

Here are NEW compilations to choose from or simply take them all...These compilations below, are all great listens and I encourage all to pick up these as you won't be disappointed.

Please thank the compilation owner if you like their work.

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MY COMPILATION SERIES VOL. 184

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#01

Title: VA - Caipirinha 2 (320 Kbps)

Created By: Pol Inate

Contact: https://polinatewtc.blogspot.com/

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#02

Title: VA - Get A Little Vol.128 - Jazz Breaks 07 (320 Kbps)

Created By: John Angelatos

Contact: johnangelatos@gmail.com

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#03

Title: VA- Berni's A-Z Vol. 154 H (320 Kbps)

Created By: Berni

Contact: Not provided

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#04

Title: VA - 1990 (Var)

Created By: Shankly

Contact: Shankly1956@outlook.com

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#05

Title: VA - Willies (320 Kbps)

Created By: Oniswa

Contact: Oniswa@proton.me

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#06

Title: VA - 063pd (Compared, Fly Me, Water) (Vbr)

Created By: pd

Contact: Not provided

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#07

Title: VA - JAZZ!...The Way I Like It!! Pt. 22 - Nu Jazz (320 Kbps)

Created By: Wombat Freddie

Contact: WombatFreddie@protonmail.com

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#08

Title: VA - Weirdo! (oddity in rock music) (part 2/3) (320 Kbps)

Created By: Hervé Guilleminot

Contact: herve.guilleminot@gmail.com

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#09

Title: VA - A Shot of Rhythm & Blues ‘24 (320 Kbps)

Created By: DJ Mello Ell

Contact: djmelloell@gmail.com

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TRACK LISTS Vol. 184

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#01

VA - Caipirinha 2 (320 Kbps)

20 Radiohead - Present Tense

21 Cher - Carnival (Manha De Carnaval)

22 Riovolt - It Ain't Over Till It's Over

23 United Rhythms Of Brazil - Superfreak

24 Stan Getz - So Danco Samba (I Only Dance Samba)

25 Eliane Elias - Black Orpheus (Manha De Carnaval)

26 Frank Sinatra & Antonio Jobim - Wave

27 Glambeats Corp - She's So Cold

28 Space Afro & Brazil XXI - Le Freak

29 Beach Boys - Busy Doin' Nothin'

30 João Gilberto - Ela e' Carioca

31 George Michael - Desafinado

32 Quincy Jones - A Taste of Honey

33 Al Jarreau - Samba De Uma Nota So

34 Os Digialistas - Three Little Birds

35 Amazonics - Hello

36 Everything But The Girl - Corcovado

37 Annette Funicello - Blame It On The Bossa Nova

38 Laufey - From The Start

Part two of my Bossa Nova and Bossa Nova inspired tracks to compliment: https://butterboycompilations.blogspot.com/2020/03/va-bossa-nova-butterboy-compilation-va.html

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#02

VA - Get A Little Vol.128 - Jazz Breaks 07 (320 Kbps)

01 Art Blakey - Moanin'

02 Horace Silver Trio - Que Pasa

03 Nina Simone - Love Me Or Leave Me

04 Phil Upchurch - Black Gold

05 Michael Brecker - Night Jessamine

06 Tom Waits - Dead And Lovely

07 Copenhagen – Marie

08 Sonny Rollins – Decision

09 Herbie Hancock - Cantaloupe Island

10 Bobby Hutcherson – Ummh

11 Fred Jackson - That's Where It's At 12 Kenny Burrell - Caravan

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#03

VA- Berni's A-Z Vol. 154 H (320 Kbps)

01 - Half Man Half Biscuit - Worried Man Blues

02 - Handsome And The Humbles - Drunk & Angry

03 - Hank Williams III - Fearless Boogie

04 - Hank Williams Jr. - Rich White Honky Blues

05 - Have Gun, Will Travel - Trouble

06 - Hellroys - Asshole Dog

07 - Henry Conlon - Lucy

08 - Henry Wagons - Felix Granger The Finger Pickin' Boy

09 - High Bar Gang - Sinners

10 - High South - If You Wanna Get To Heaven

11 - The Hero Brothers - Horse Outside

12 - The Hillbilly Moon Explosion - Dead Cat Boogie

13 - Hillbilly Wayne - Insane

14 - Hillsborogh - Laughing Clown

15 - Honky Tonk Hustlas - Buried Alive

16 - Hooblers - Broken

17 - Hopewell - With Tomorrow

18 - Horseshoes & Hand Grenades - Devils Trash

19 - The Howdies - Hello, Jukebox

20 - The Howlin' Brothers - Broken Hearted Man

21 - Hugh Bob And The Hustle - Blame Me

22 - Hugh Phillips - Steel Drivers Lament

23 - Humming House - Freight Train

24 - Hurray For The Riff Raff - Blue Ridge Mountain

25 - Huston Sonhouse - The Fool's Errand

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VA - 1990 (Var)

01. Painkiller - Judas Priest (from the album 'Painkiller')

02. Lust for Power - New Model Army (from the album 'Impurity')

03. 7 o'clock - The Quireboys (fom the album 'A Bit of What You Fancy')

04. Twice as hard - The Black Crowes (from the album 'Shake Your Money Maker')

05. Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors - Fish (from the album 'Vigil in a Wilderness of Mirrors')

06. Grapes of Wrath - The Mission (from the album 'Carved in Sand')

07. Thunderstruck - AC/DC (from the album 'The Razor's edge')

08. The Law Maker - Black Sabbath (from the ablum 'Tyr')

09. The Marching Song of the Covert Batallions - Billy Bragg (from the EP 'The Internationale')

10. Forgotten Years - Midnight Oil (from the album 'Blue Sky Mining')

11. Poison Glen - Clannad (from the album 'Anam')

12. Put the Message in the Box - World Party (from the album 'Goodbye Jumbo')

13. The Weeping Song - Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds (from the album 'The Good Son')

14. Good Morning Britain - Aztec Camera (from the album 'Stray')

15. Gypsy Road - Bruce Dickinson (from the album 'Tattooed Millionaire')

16. A Lover Spurned - Marc Almond (from the album 'From the album 'Enchanted')

17. Mansion on the Hill - Neil Young (from the album 'Ragged Glory')

18. Tie Dye on the Highway - Robert Plant (from the album 'Manic Nirvana')

19. Woman in the Wall - The Beautiful South (from the album 'Welcome to the Beautiful South')

20. Bring Your Daughter...To The Slaughter - Iron Maiden (from the album 'No Prayer for the Dying')

21. My Finest Hour - The Sundays (from the album 'Reading, Writing and Arithmatic')

22. Unskinny Bop - Poison (from the album 'Flesh and Blood')

23. She's So Fine - Thunder (from the album 'Backstreet Symphony')

24. Lord of the Rings - Blind Guardian (from the album 'Tales from the Twilight World')

25. Wheels of Love - Emmylou Harris (from the album 'Brand New Dance')

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#05

VA - Willies (320 Kbps)

1. Gene Simmons - Bad Boy Willie (1:57)

2. Todd Snider - Betty Was Black (And Willie Was White) (3:23)

3. Dusty Springfield - Willie & Laura Mae Jones (2:49)

4. David Allan Coe - Willie, Waylon and Me (3:12)

5. Willie Nelson - Shotgun Willie (2:43)

6. Jack Johnson - Willie Got Me Stoned (Live) (3:15)

7. Martin Simpson - Blind Willie McTell (3:57)

8. Bill Fay - Gentle Willie (3:02)

9. Jethro Tull - Kissing Willie (3:33)

10. Knob Lick Upper 10,000 - Little Willie (2:27)

11. Ronnie Hawkins - Wild Little Willie (2:17)

12. The Johnny Otis Show - Willie And The Hand Jive (2:34)

13. J.J. Johnson - Willie Chase (3:06)

14. Cat Power - Willie Deadwilder (18:17)

15. Gram Parsons - Willie Jean (4:08)

16. Professor Longhair - Willie Mae (2:50)

17. Chuck Prophet - Willie Mays Is Up At Bat (4:58)

18. Joan Baez - Willie Moore (with Kate & Anna McGarrigle) (4:49)

19. R. Crumb And His Cheap Suit Serenaders - Willie the Chimney Sweeper (3:02)

20. Willie Nile - World War Willie (4:34)

21. Kinky Friedman - Autographs in the Rain (Song to Willie) (3:44)

22. Zoot Money - The Uncle Willie (2:54)

23. Dan Hicks & His Hot Licks - Willie (4:09)

24. Townes Van Zandt - Willie Boy (1:53)

25. Frank Zappa - Willie the Pimp (Unedited MasterTake +Guitar Od2 &Guitar Od1) (27:04)

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VA - 063pd (Compared, Fly Me, Water) (Vbr)

01 - Les McCann, Eddie Harris - Compared To What

02 - Frank Sinatra - Fly Me to the Moon

03 - Johnny Almond Music Machine - It's The Water

04 - Pyramid - Song For Bobby

05 - Bart Howard - Imagining Things

06 - Keith Jarrett, G.Peacock, J.DeJohnette - On Green Dolphin Street_Joy Ride

07 - Not Drowning, Waving - Up In the Mountains

08 - The Rory O'Donoghue Quartet - Autumn Leaves

09 - Brand X - Born Ugly

10 - Bachelors From Prague - Get Smart

11 - Shaolin Afronauts - Journey Through Time

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VA - JAZZ!...The Way I Like It!! Pt. 22 - Nu Jazz (320 Kbps)

01 - The Kandinsky Effect - Intro To Sad Novi/Sad Novi

02 - Kneebody - Lowell

03 - Get the Blessing - Not With Standing

04 - Rebecca Nash - Peaceful King

05 - Snarky Puppy - Sharktank

06 - Phil Manzanera & Andy Mackay - Newanna

07 - TRIO96 - Nana (Up)

08 - EABS (Electro-Acoustic Beat Sessions) - Brainville

09 - Ergo - Let's

10 - The Bad Plus - Super America

11 - GoGo Penguin - Garden Dog Barbecue

12 - Floating Points, Pharoah Sanders & the London Symphony Orchestra - Movement 1

13 - Fractale - Clementine (Bonus Track)

14 - Guitarbeard - Aura Laura

15 - Dawn of Midi - Moon

16 - Gina Izzo [ladyybirdd] - Tomorrow’s Yesterday (feat. Ambrose Akinmusire

17 - Greg Foat - The Dreaming Jewels

18 - Namby Pamby Boy - Kaisermelange

19 - Makaya Mccraven - High Fives

20 - Isotope 217 - La Jeteé

21 - Levity - Tak

22 - Njet Njet 9 - Kaleidoskooppi

23 - Ilhan Ersahin - Dusty Village

24 - Aether - Crimson Fondant

25 - Meat Beat Manifesto - Future Worlds

"Nu jazz grew out of the combined influences of Jon Hassel’s Kiranic trumpet playing and ‘fourth world’ rhythms, Miles Davis’ soft tone and use of ambience on “In a Silent Way”, and the early 90s intersection of jazz and electronica, particularly trip-hop, dub and down-tempo. Some early Nu Jazz artists include Nils Petter Molvaer and Bugge Wesseltoft.

Over time, other influences were introduced to the Nu Jazz sound...Although there are musical differences between Nu Jazz and Contemporary Jazz, from a pop-culture standpoint, the more obvious difference between the two is Nu Jazz’s self-aware ’hipster’ stance, compared to Contemporary Jazz’s more emotionally earnest approach." (http://www.jazzmusicarchives.com/subgenre/nu-jazz)

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VA - Weirdo! (oddity in rock music) (part 2/3) (320 Kbps)

1 - The Who - Cobwebs And Strange - 1966

2 - Pink Floyd - Several Species Of Small Furry Animals Gathered Together In A Cave And Grooving With A Pict - 1969

3 - Duran Duran - Medazzaland - 1997

4 - Bob Dylan - If Dogs Run Free - 1970

5 - Kendrick Lamar - U - 2015

6 - Styx - (Don't Sit Down On The) Plexiglass Toilet (Hidden Track) - 1973

7 - The Police - Mother - 1983

8 - The Beatles - Revolution 9 - 1968

9 - Van Halen - Big Bad Bill (Is Sweet William Now) - 1982

10 - ZZ Top - Leila - 1981

11 - Green Day - All By Myself - 1994

12 - Alice Cooper - DaDa - 1983

13 - Jean-Jacques Perrey - Moog Indigo - 1970

14 - Red Hot Chili Peppers - Skinny Sweaty Man - 1987

15 - The J. Geils Band - No Anchovies, Please - 1980

16 - Queen - Delilah - 1991

17 - David Bowie - Chant Of The Ever Circling Skeletal Family - 1974

18 - Gorillaz ft. Mark E. Smith - Glitter Freeze - 2010

19 - Kurt Cobain - Beans - 2009

20 - Sum 41 - Ma poubelle - 2007

21 - The Rolling Stones - Cosmic Christmas (Hidden Track) - 1967

22 - Wings - Loup (1st Indian On The Moon) - 1973

23 - Cream - Mother's Lament - 1967

24 - Peter Gabriel - Excuse Me - 1977

25 - Teenage Fanclub - Satan - 1991

Bonus - AC/DC - Big Balls - 1976

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VA - A Shot of Rhythm & Blues ‘24 (320 Kbps)

1 Little Things Ella Mai

2 Residuals Chris Brown

3 Better Not Kehlani

4 One of Them Ones Usher

5 Space & Time Amber Mark

6 Only Human SiR

7 The Greatest Victoria Monét

8 I Do Toosii and Muni Long

9 Selfish Justin Timberlake

10 It's All There (Secrets) Xavier Omär & ELHAE

11 So in Love Lalah Hathaway

12 Soft Lucky Daye

13 Save Your Tears Jess Glynne

14 Undercover Lover Qendresa & Jamma-Dee

15 Lucid Dreams Leon Thomas

16 Here We Go (Uh Oh) Coco Jones

17 Baddest in the Room Fridayy

18 Forgot Your Name [live] BJ the Chicago Kid

19 Waste No Time Muni Long

20 Stay Here Tonight Ledisi

21 Undertow Bryson Tiller

22 God Loves Everyone Leon Bridges

23 Distance Normani

24 Heart of a Woman Summer Walker

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Saturday, April 26, 2025

VA - Get On The Right Track, Mod R&B, Jazz & Ska [2014] (3 x CDs)

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VA - Get On The Right Track, Mod R&B, Jazz & Ska [2014] (3 x CDs)

A vibrant 3 x CDs compilation that celebrates the dynamic sounds of the early to mid-1960s club scene. Released by Fantastic Voyage, this collection features 90 tracks that blend Mod R&B, jazz, and ska, offering a nostalgic journey through the music that defined an era.

Curated by Lois Wilson, a respected music journalist, the album captures the essence of the Mod subculture, which thrived on sharp style and an eclectic taste in music. The tracklist includes iconic artists such as John Lee Hooker, Etta James, Marvin Gaye, and Ray Charles, alongside ska pioneers like Derrick and Patsy. From the soulful grooves of "Boom Boom" by John Lee Hooker to the infectious rhythm of "Oh Carolina" by the Folkes Brothers, the compilation showcases a rich tapestry of genres.

This release is a cultural time capsule that reflects the energy and diversity of the Mod movement. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the scene, Get On The Right Track is a must-have for exploring the roots of Mod culture and its enduring influence on music. There are obvious cult classics combined with a selection interesting tracks. A good balance between Jazz, Ska, Soul and R&B. A fabulous compilation o from the heady days of the London scene. An authentic recollection for those who were there and a perfect legacy for those who love the lineage of soul but were not there. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 John Lee Hooker - Boom Boom 2:34

02 Little Walter - My Babe 2:42

03 Billy Boy Arnold - I Wish You Would 2:43

04 Bo Diddley - You Can't Judge A Book By The Cover 3:16

05 Chuck Berry - Beautiful Delilah 2:10

06 Megatons - Shimmy, Shimmy Walk, Pt. 1 2:34

07 Elmore James - Shake Your Moneymaker 2:36

08 Slim Harpo - I Got Love If You Want It 2:50

09 Muddy Waters - Messin' With The Man 2:20

10 Jimmy McCracklin - The Walk 2:48

11 Howlin' Wolf - You'll Be Mine 2:29

12 Otis Rush - Homework 2:39

13 Folkes Brothers - Oh Carolina 2:46

14 Byron Lee & The Dragonaires - Dumplins 2:47

15 Derrick & Patsy - Housewife's Choice 2:44

16 Huey "Piano" Smith & The Clowns - Rockin' Pneumonia and The Boogie Woogie Flu, Pt. 1 2:18

17 Ernie K-Doe - A Certain Girl 2:44

18 Prince La La - She Put The Hurt on Me 2:24

19 Etta James & The Peaches - The Wallflower (Dance With Me Henry) 3:08

20 Louisiana Red - I Done Woke Up 2:19

21 Slim Harpo - Don't Start Cryin' Now 2:14

22 Muddy Waters - You Need Love 2:45

23 Jimmy Reed - Baby What You Want Me to Do 2:29

24 John Lee Hooker - Dimples 2:14

25 Freddie King - Hide Away 2:39

26 Howlin' Wolf - Smokestack Lightning 3:09

27 Chuck Berry - I'm Talking About You 1:51

28 Coasters - Poison Ivy 2:43

29 Russell Byrd - Hitch Hike, Pt. 1 2:26

30 Sonny Boy Williamson II - Boppin' With Sonny 2:28

CD2

01 Mar-Keys - Last Night 2:40

02 James Brown & The Famous Flames - Shout and Shimmy 2:52

03 Barrett Strong - Money (That's What I Want) 2:40

04 Contours - Do You Love Me 2:56

05 Marvin Gaye - Hitch Hike 2:34

06 Betty Everett - I've Got A Claim on You 2:30

07 Ikettes - I'm Blue (The Gong-Gong Song) 2:33

08 Ike & Tina Turner - A Fool in Love 2:54

09 Jimmy McGriff - I've Got A Woman, Pt. 1 2:37

10 Barbara George - I Know (You Don't Love Me No More) 2:26

11 Shirelles - Baby It's You 2:43

12 Donays - Devil in His Heart 2:39

13 Hank Ballard & The Midnighters - The Hoochi Coochi Coo 2:36

14 Larry Williams - She Said "Yeah" 1:53

15 Otis Redding & The Pinetoppers - Shout Bamalama 2:15

16 Philip Upchurch Combo - You Can't Sit Down, Pt. 1 2:13

17 Lee Dorsey - Ya Ya 2:26

18 Irma Thomas - Don't Mess With My Man 2:20

19 Barbara Lynn - You'll Lose A Good Thing 2:40

20 Solomon Burke - Cry to Me 2:36

21 Ray Charles - Get on The Right Track Baby 2:21

22 Mose Allison - The Seventh Son 2:42

23 Mar-Keys - Foxy 2:19

24 Drifters - Sweets for My Sweet 2:38

25 Major Lance - Delilah 2:15

26 Derrick & Patsy - Gypsy Woman 2:25

27 Junior Walker & The All Stars - Cleo's Mood 2:44

28 Bobby "Blue" Bland - I Pity The Fool 2:44

29 Mose Allison - Young Man Blues 1:29

30 Dr. Horse - Jack, That Cat Was Clean 3:32

CD3

01 Little Willie John - I'm Shakin' 2:29

02 Otis Blackwell - Daddy Rollin' Stone 2:43

03 Tiny Topsy - Just A Little Bit 2:39

04 Big Maybelle - I've Got A Feelin' 2:59

05 Mike Pedicin - Burnt Toast and Black Coffee 2:10

06 Piney Brown & His Blues Toppers - Sugar in My Tea (Cream in My Coffee) 2:30

07 Charles Sheffield - It's Your Voodoo Working 1:50

08 Otis Rush - Keep on Loving Me, Baby 2:22

09 "5" Royales - Think 2:38

10 Richard Berry & The Pharaohs - Have Love Will Travel 2:57

11 J.J. Jackson & The Jackaels - Oo-Ma-Liddi 2:37

12 Yvonne Fair - I Found You 2:28

13 Johnny "Guitar" Watson - Looking Back 1:57

14 Big Maybelle - That's A Pretty Good Love 2:37

15 Little Willie John - Uh Uh Baby (No No Baby) 2:10

16 Mark Murphy - Why Don't You Do Right? 2:31

17 Majestics - Oasis, Pt. 1 2:17

18 Prince Conley - I'm Going Home 2:52

19 Freddie King - I'm Tore Down 2:40

20 Valentines - That's it Man 2:50

21 John Lee Hooker - She's Mine 2:25

22 Ray Charles - Mess Around 2:43

23 Little Willie John - All Around The World 2:59

24 Dolores Johnson - What Kind of Man Are You 2:42

25 Carl Lester & The Showstoppers - When You See Me Hurt 2:21

26 Richard Berry & The Pharaohs - Louie Louie 2:16

27 Betty James - I'm A Little Mixed Up 2:53

28 Etta James - Seven Day Fool 3:04

29 Theola Kilgore - Chain Gang (The Sound of My Man) 2:29

30 Triumphs - Burnt Biscuits 2:01

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