The Northern Soul Podcast
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À propos du podcast
This Is the Northern Soul Podcast, its a journey back to the golden years of Northern Soul, featuring the rare, obscure and unforgettable sounds that filled dancefloors throughout the 1960s and 1970s. This isn't a history lesson from someone looking in from the outside—it's told by someone who lived it. I was there during the boom years of soul and dance music, working as a DJ in Manchester's clubs between 1974 and 1979, including the legendary Soul Cellar. I also owned an independent record shop .Every episode features authentic Northern Soul and Soul music from the 60s and 70s
Épisodes 82
Los Angeles after Dark: The lost Soul of The City of Angels
Los Angeles After Dark: The Lost Soul of the City of AngelsOur great American soul journey takes us west to Los Angeles, California, where we uncover another chapter in the story of 1960s American soul.Beyond …
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Los Angeles After Dark: The Lost Soul of the City of Angels
Our great American soul journey takes us west to Los Angeles, California, where we uncover another chapter in the story of 1960s American soul.Beyond Hollywood and the sunshine lies a fascinating musical world of independent record labels, small recording studios, vocal groups and extraordinary singers whose records often slipped under the radar.From Central Avenue to Watts, we're exploring the sounds of Doo, Dore, Modern, Mirwood and other independent labels that helped shape the city's soul scene.Along the way, we'll revisit some familiar names and uncover forgotten artists, overlooked recordings and those special 45s that have a Northern Soul connection.These are the records that travelled thousands of miles across the Atlantic, eventually finding a home on British dance floors.No obvious classics, no familiar greatest hits. Just great American soul, some hidden treasures and a little musical detective work.Los Angeles is destination number thirteen on our fourteen-city road trip across America.The search for lost soul continues.
New York after Dark: Digging For lost Soul
The Lost Soul Expedition: New York After Dark – Digging for Lost SoulOur American road trip begins in New York City, a place where soul music, songwriting and musical ambition came together in the streets …
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The Lost Soul Expedition: New York After Dark – Digging for Lost Soul
Our American road trip begins in New York City, a place where soul music, songwriting and musical ambition came together in the streets, studios and neighbourhoods of the Big Apple.
From the gospel roots of Harlem to the famous Brill Building on Broadway, we're exploring the people, places and independent record labels that helped shape the sound of 1960s American soul.
Along the way, we'll visit the musical world of Scepter, Wand, Musicor and other New York labels, uncovering forgotten artists, rare recordings and some fascinating pieces of soul history.
Featuring voices such as Chuck Jackson, Maxine Brown, Marie Knight and many more, this is not simply a trip down memory lane. It's a search for the overlooked records, the unexpected discoveries and the musical treasures that time nearly forgot.
New York is our first destination. There's a whole country ahead of us.
The Lost Soul Expedition – searching America for the lost soul, one city and one record at a time.
Manhattan Meets Manc-Hattan Two Cities ,One Soul
Manhattan Meets Manc-hattan: Two Cities, One SoulTonight, we're bringing together two great cities with one extraordinary love of soul music.First, New York City – Manhattan – the home of legendary record …
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Manhattan Meets Manc-hattan: Two Cities, One SoulTonight, we're bringing together two great cities with one extraordinary love of soul music.First, New York City – Manhattan – the home of legendary record labels, recording studios, songwriters and some of the finest soul artists of the 1960s.Then across the Atlantic to Manchester, affectionately known as Manc-hattan, where a generation of music lovers discovered, embraced and championed the sounds of American soul.From the legendary Twisted Wheel to the lesser-known clubs of Manchester, we explore how obscure American recordings, many of which had failed commercially in their homeland, found a completely new audience on British dance floors.We'll explore the music of New York, the independent record labels, the forgotten artists and the remarkable contribution made by Manchester's DJs, dancers and record collectors.Because sometimes the biggest hits aren't the ones that matter most.Somewhere in America, somebody made a record. Somewhere in Manchester, somebody heard it. And decades later, we're still playing it.Two cities. One passion. Unlimited possibilities of soul.
Secret Cities : The Lost Soul of America
Secret Cities :The lost Soul – Five Cities, One Northern Feeling Tonight, we take a musical journey across America, exploring five cities with very different sounds but one thing in common – great soul …
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Secret Cities :The lost Soul – Five Cities, One Northern Feeling Tonight, we take a musical journey across America, exploring five cities with very different sounds but one thing in common – great soul music.From the raw, driving rhythms of Detroit to the soulful sounds of Chicago and the sophistication of Philadelphia, we then head south to discover the unmistakable New Orleans groove and the deep, gritty soul of Memphis.Along the way, we uncover forgotten voices, independent record labels and some extraordinary records that deserve to be heard again.These aren't just the familiar hits. They're the lesser-known sounds, the rare discoveries and the records that slipped through the cracks of musical history.We may be travelling south on the map, but the feeling remains one hundred per cent Northern Soul.Five cities, five musical personalities, and a collection of soul records waiting to be rediscovered.Forget the map. Get lost in the music.
Soul Cities Secrets :Rare Records & Forgotten Voices
Travel back to the sixties and early seventies as we explore the soul cities of America — the places, independent labels and forgotten artists that helped shape the sound of soul music.From the vocal harmonies …
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Travel back to the sixties and early seventies as we explore the soul cities of America — the places, independent labels and forgotten artists that helped shape the sound of soul music.From the vocal harmonies of New York City to the raw, gospel-driven sound of Memphis, we're travelling across America in search of rare records, overlooked B-sides and hidden gems that deserve to be heard.Featuring music connected to Detroit, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, New York and Memphis, this episode goes beyond the obvious classics to uncover the stories behind the sounds.Hear the likes of Debbie Taylor and James Carr alongside other artists whose talent sometimes deserved far more recognition than commercial success ever brought them.No hype, no predictable playlists — just great soul music, fascinating stories and the records that keep the Northern Soul spirit alive.The Soul Cities of America: Rare Records & Forgotten Voices.Keep the faith. Keep digging. Keep the soul alive.
Soul City Secrets: Rare New York, Philadelphia, and Memphis
Soul City Secrets: Rare and Forgotten American SoulSomewhere in America, a soul record was made that the world never got to hear. A singer poured their heart into a performance, musicians laid down the groove …
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Soul City Secrets: Rare and Forgotten American Soul
Somewhere in America, a soul record was made that the world never got to hear. A singer poured their heart into a performance, musicians laid down the groove, and a small independent label pressed a handful of copies. Then, for years, the music disappeared into the shadows.
Tonight, we’re bringing some of those records back to life.
On This Is Northern Soul, we’re crossing America’s soul cities, exploring the independent labels and discovering extraordinary artists whose music was overlooked, forgotten or never released at all. From obscure original singles to recordings rescued from the vaults decades later, every track has a story — and every one deserves a listen.
Some were made for the charts. Others were destined to become dancefloor treasures thousands of miles from home, cherished by Northern Soul collectors who knew there was something special hidden in the grooves.
These are the lost voices, the rare pressings and the music that refused to disappear.
America’s forgotten soul — rare, real and ready to be heard.
Soul Cities after Dark :Rare Soul Discoveries
Join us for another edition of Soul Cities After Dark, where tonight it's all about discovery — rare records, forgotten artists and the sounds that deserve to be heard again.From the driving rhythms of Detroit …
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Join us for another edition of Soul Cities After Dark, where tonight it's all about discovery — rare records, forgotten artists and the sounds that deserve to be heard again.From the driving rhythms of Detroit to the West Coast soul of Los Angeles and beyond, we're exploring a hand-picked soundtrack of American soul, bringing together different cities, independent labels and distinctive sounds.Featuring artists including Larry Atkins, The Remarkables, Ty Karim, Deana Lucas, Kenny and The Soul Gents, this episode celebrates the lesser-known side of soul music — the records that may have slipped under the radar when first released but found a new home among Northern Soul dancers and collectors.No obvious classics, no predictable playlist — just great soul music, fascinating discoveries and records with stories still waiting to be told.Different cities. Different sounds. One shared passion: soul.Tune in, turn it up, and discover something new on Soul Cities After Dark.
Soul Cities After Dark: The Rare Soul Special
The Rare Soul Special:Tonight on Soul Cities After Dark, we're bringing together the sounds of Detroit, Chicago, Los Angeles, Memphis, and beyond for a very special journey into the deeper side of soul …
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The Rare Soul Special:
Tonight on Soul Cities After Dark, we're bringing together the sounds of Detroit, Chicago, Los Angeles, Memphis, and beyond for a very special journey into the deeper side of soul music.Following our previous explorations of America's great soul cities, this episode takes a different approach. We're digging into the archives to uncover rare recordings, overlooked B-sides, forgotten releases, and lesser-known gems that deserve to be heard.Featuring a hand-picked selection of outstanding soul from artists including Vernon Garrett, Bettye Swann, Clifford Curry, the Delfonics, Timmy Willis, Celeste Hardie, James Carr, and more, this is a programme that moves between the distinctive sounds of different cities and labels, bringing together records that rarely share the same playlist.From the driving rhythms of Detroit and the smooth sophistication of Philadelphia and Los Angeles to the deep, gospel-rooted soul of Memphis, there's something special waiting in every groove.These are the records that remind us why soul music continues to fascinate collectors, DJs, and Northern Soul enthusiasts around the world. Beyond the famous hits and familiar names lies a wealth of extraordinary music, much of it overlooked for decades.Four cities. Countless hidden gems. One unforgettable soul journey.Join us for a very special edition of Soul Cities After Dark, celebrating the rare, the obscure, and the wonderfully unexpected side of soul music.
Soul Cities :Philadelphia -The Forgotten Side of Philly Soul
Soul Cities: Philadelphia – The Forgotten Side of Philly SoulTonight on Soul Cities, we travel to Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, to uncover a different side of its legendary soul music …
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Soul Cities: Philadelphia – The Forgotten Side of Philly Soul
Tonight on Soul Cities, we travel to Philadelphia, the City of Brotherly Love, to uncover a different side of its legendary soul music heritage.
Before Gamble and Huff, MFSB and the Three Degrees made Philadelphia famous around the world, a wealth of independent labels were releasing fantastic soul records, many of which never received the recognition they deserved.
We're exploring the sounds of Arctic, Philly Groove, Phil-L.A. of Soul and other smaller labels, discovering obscure artists, forgotten vocal groups and driving four-to-the-floor dancers that would later become treasured discoveries on the Northern Soul scene.
This is Philadelphia beyond the familiar hits — a journey into the city's sixties soul recordings, where hidden gems, powerful vocals and irresistible rhythms tell another chapter of the story.
Join me as we dig deeper into the music, celebrate the unsung artists and discover the records that helped make Philadelphia one of America's great soul cities.
Soul Cities — exploring the music beyond the obvious.
Soul Cities After Dark : Chicago
Soul Cities: Chicago After Dark – Rare Soul Gems from the Windy CityThis episode of Soul Cities takes us to Chicago, the Windy City, to explore the rich musical heritage of Chicago soul and its lasting …
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Soul Cities: Chicago After Dark – Rare Soul Gems from the Windy City
This episode of Soul Cities takes us to Chicago, the Windy City, to explore the rich musical heritage of Chicago soul and its lasting connection with Britain's Northern Soul scene.From the sweet harmonies of Chicago's vocal groups to the driving rhythms, gospel influences and infectious dance-floor sounds of the 1960s and 1970s, we explore the artists and independent record labels that helped shape this distinctive sound.We'll look beyond the obvious hits and familiar classics, digging deeper into the record collections to bring you a selection of rarities, forgotten recordings and lesser-known gems from the city that gave us so much incredible soul music.With legendary labels such as Okeh, Chess, Brunswick, Constellation and Curtom playing their part, Chicago produced a wealth of music that would find a second life on British Northern Soul dance floors.So, if you love rare soul, obscure 45s and the excitement of discovering records that deserve to be heard, join us for a journey into the heart of Chicago soul.
Soul Cities after Dark : Washington DC-The Capital Of Soul
Soul Cities: Washington, D.C. — The Capital of SoulTonight on Soul Cities, we're heading to Washington, D.C., to explore the rich musical history of America's capital and uncover the soul records that deserve …
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Soul Cities: Washington, D.C. — The Capital of Soul
Tonight on Soul Cities, we're heading to Washington, D.C., to explore the rich musical history of America's capital and uncover the soul records that deserve to be heard.Beyond the famous monuments and political corridors lies a fascinating story of independent record labels, talented vocal groups, forgotten artists and unforgettable recordings that captured the spirit of American soul.We'll explore the legacy of the legendary Shrine Records, whose rare releases became treasured discoveries among British Northern Soul collectors, alongside the wider regional story of Ru-Jac Records and the independent labels that helped keep soul music alive.Along the way, we'll discover artists including Barbara Long, Winfield Parker, Sir Joe,, alongside many more
We'll also step back into Washington's vibrant nightlife, exploring the theatres, clubs and live music venues that helped create a thriving soul scene during the 1960s and beyond.From rare Northern Soul discoveries to smooth vocal harmonies and heartfelt deep soul, these recordings tell the story of artists whose music deserves to be remembered. Some found recognition in their own time, while others were rediscovered years later by dedicated collectors and DJs.Join us as we explore the artists, labels and hidden gems that reveal another side of Washington, D.C. — a city with a soul story all of its own.
Washington, D.C. — the capital of America, and a city of soul after dark.
Soul Cities : Detroit -The Motor City of Soul
Soul Cities: Detroit — The Motor City of Soul Detroit gave the world Motown, but there was another side to the Motor City’s soul story — a world of independent record labels, talented singers, innovative …
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Soul Cities: Detroit — The Motor City of Soul Detroit gave the world Motown, but there was another side to the Motor City’s soul story — a world of independent record labels, talented singers, innovative producers and extraordinary records that often slipped beneath the mainstream radar.In this episode of Soul Cities, we travel into the heart of Detroit to explore the music beyond the familiar Motown hits. From Ric-Tic, Golden World and Revilot to the legendary work of Pied Piper Productions, we uncover the artists and recordings that helped define Detroit’s rich and diverse soul sound.Featuring artists including Edwin Starr, J.J. Barnes, the Fantastic Four, the Reflections and Gino Washington, we celebrate the music that captured the spirit of a city and went on to find a devoted audience among rare soul collectors and Northern Soul fans in Britain.These are the sounds of driving rhythms, soaring vocals, infectious melodies and independent labels competing to make their mark. Some records found success at the time; others had to wait years before receiving the recognition they deserved.Join us for a journey through Detroit’s musical streets, discovering the stories behind the records and celebrating the hidden gems that make the Motor City one of the most important soul cities in America.Detroit: beyond Motown, beyond the hits, and straight to the soul.
Soul Cities after Dark : Pt 2
Seven Cities :Join me on a journey through the soul cities of America as we uncover seven terrific tracks and the stories behind the artists who brought them to life.From the legendary sounds of Detroit to the …
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Seven Cities :
Join me on a journey through the soul cities of America as we uncover seven terrific tracks and the stories behind the artists who brought them to life.From the legendary sounds of Detroit to the streets of New York, this episode explores the singers, groups, independent record labels and hidden gems that helped shape American soul music. Some of these records may be familiar, while others are long-overlooked treasures that deserve a much wider audience.We'll discover the music that slipped under the radar when it was first released, the artists who never quite received the recognition they deserved, and the records that travelled across the Atlantic to find a second life on Britain's Northern Soul dance floors.Because behind every great soul record, there's a story — and sometimes the most fascinating ones belong to the records the world nearly forgot.Seven cities. Seven artists. Seven terrific tracks. And a whole lot of soul.Welcome to The Soul Cities — celebrating the music, the memories and the magic of American soul.
Soul Cities after Dark: Pt 1
Soul Cities After Dark: America's Hidden Soul TreasuresTonight on This Is Northern Soul, we're taking a journey through the soul cities of America, uncovering the rare records, forgotten voices and independent …
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Soul Cities After Dark: America's Hidden Soul Treasures
Tonight on This Is Northern Soul, we're taking a journey through the soul cities of America, uncovering the rare records, forgotten voices and independent labels that helped shape the music we love.
From Detroit's gritty soul sound to Chicago's rich vocal harmonies, and from the sounds of Philadelphia to the wider world of American rhythm and blues, we're exploring the stories behind the artists who may never have become household names, but left us with some truly remarkable records.
Featuring artists and groups including Bobby Wells, Paul Sindab, the Fantastic Four, the Vontastics, , George Smith and many more, we'll look beyond the music to discover the people, places and labels behind these recordings. Some records were overlooked when they first appeared; others found a second life years later on British Northern Soul dance floors, where dedicated DJs and collectors recognised something special.
These are stories of small record companies, local music scenes, unforgettable voices and records that travelled thousands of miles to find their audience.
So settle in as we explore America's hidden soul treasures, one artist, one city and one record at a time.
This is This Is Northern Soul — celebrating the music, the stories and the records that deserve to be heard.
The Golden Torch : Taking away The Myth
The Golden Torch: Taking Away the MythTonight on This Is Northern Soul, we're heading to Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, to revisit one of the most legendary venues in Northern Soul history: the Golden Torch.But this …
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The Golden Torch: Taking Away the Myth
Tonight on This Is Northern Soul, we're heading to Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, to revisit one of the most legendary venues in Northern Soul history: the Golden Torch.
But this time, we're looking beyond the legend. How much of the story is fact, and how much has grown through years of memories and retelling?
We explore the all-nighters, the packed rooms, the atmosphere, the DJs and, most importantly, the music that made the Torch so special. From rare American soul discoveries to the artists who performed live, including Major Lance's unforgettable appearance in December 1972, we uncover what really made this venue matter.
The Torch wasn't perfect, and it didn't need to be. Its legacy was built on the records, the dancing, the people and the excitement of discovering something extraordinary.
No rose-tinted glasses. No knocking the legend. Just the music, the memories and the real story of the Golden Torch.
Back To The Wheel: Manchester ,September 1965
The Twisted Wheel: Whitworth Street — Opening Night, 1965Manchester, September 1965. A new chapter begins as the legendary Twisted Wheel moves from Brazennose Street to its new home on Whitworth Street.Tonight …
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The Twisted Wheel: Whitworth Street — Opening Night, 1965
Manchester, September 1965. A new chapter begins as the legendary Twisted Wheel moves from Brazennose Street to its new home on Whitworth Street.
Tonight, we step back in time and walk through the doors of one of Manchester's most iconic music clubs. Past the coffee bar, down the stairs and into the basement, where live bands, adventurous DJs and a crowd hungry for something different came together around the sounds of American rhythm and blues, Motown and soul.
Imagine the atmosphere: the dark surroundings, the distinctive twisted bicycle wheels surrounding the DJ's booth, the small stage, the packed rooms and the records arriving from across the Atlantic. These were the early days of a club that would help shape the culture we now know as Northern Soul.
We're turning the clock back to explore the music, the people and the atmosphere that made the Twisted Wheel so special, featuring soul records from the era and beyond that tell the story of its developing sound.
Before the legend, there was a club, a dancefloor and a passion for the music.
Welcome to the Twisted Wheel, Whitworth Street. Manchester, 1965. Let's get on that dancefloor.
Secret Soul Playlist : Forgotten Gems
Tonight, we dig deeper into the Northern Soul record box to rediscover the overlooked tracks, forgotten dancers and hidden gems that rarely make it onto today's playlists.These are records that deserve a second …
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Tonight, we dig deeper into the Northern Soul record box to rediscover the overlooked tracks, forgotten dancers and hidden gems that rarely make it onto today's playlists.
These are records that deserve a second chance. From the soulful sounds of Sean Oliver and Reggie Alexander to the wonderful voices of Freda Payne, Donald Jenkins and the Delighters, Jon Lucien and Bettye LaVette, we're exploring the lesser-heard side of soul music.
It's all about rarity, rediscovery and that special feeling when a record makes you wonder why it isn't played more often. Not every great soul record becomes a classic, and not every classic needs to be played every night.
And as we bring our Secret Soul journey to a close, we turn to one of my personal favourites, the great Major Lance, with “Too Hot to Hold”.
Forgotten sounds. Hidden soul. Northern Soul discoveries. Because some records deserve another spin.
Welcome to Tonight's Secret Soul Playlist.
Seven lost Pieces of Northern Soul
Seven Lost Pieces of Northern Soul it's the Seventh of October — and tonight we’re digging deep into the lost and forgotten side of Northern Soul.Seven tracks. Seven rare pieces of soul that slipped through the …
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Seven Lost Pieces of Northern Soul
it's the Seventh of October — and tonight we’re digging deep into the lost and forgotten side of Northern Soul.Seven tracks. Seven rare pieces of soul that slipped through the cracks, disappeared from view, or simply never received the attention they deserved.From Detroit to Texas, from Southern soul to obscure dancefloor favourites, this is thirty minutes of rare vocals, driving rhythms and records you may not have heard before.No obvious classics. No overplayed favourites.Just seven lost pieces of Northern Soul, rescued from the shelves and given another spin.Turn it up, settle in, and see if you discover a new favourite.
The Lost Soul Sessions
Tonight, we’re getting lost in the Northern Scene.A journey into the vintage soul of the 1960s, uncovering lost classics, forgotten favourites and records that somehow slipped through the cracks.From Detroit …
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Tonight, we’re getting lost in the Northern Scene.A journey into the vintage soul of the 1960s, uncovering lost classics, forgotten favourites and records that somehow slipped through the cracks.From Detroit and Chicago to Philadelphia and beyond, these are the sounds that capture the magic of the era — beautiful voices, driving rhythms, timeless melodies and that unmistakable feel-good quality you only get from great sixties soul.Featuring Ruby Andrews, Eddie Holman, Bernie Williams, Carol Anderson, John Bowie, Fortson & Scott and more.No obvious anthems. No predictable choices. Just great soul records waiting to be discovered.Turn it up and come with us as we dig deep into the lost side of the Northern Scene.
Uptown Upbeat & Up North
Tonight, we’re going uptown, upbeat and up north with a selection of stomping soul — seven Northern Soul favourites packed with groove, rhythm, energy and that unmistakable Northern beat.Before podcasts …
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Tonight, we’re going uptown, upbeat and up north with a selection of stomping soul — seven Northern Soul favourites packed with groove, rhythm, energy and that unmistakable Northern beat.Before podcasts, playlists and streaming, When I was a club DJ, my job was simple: make people move.
It wasn’t enough to play a good record. You needed the right sound to get the dancefloor going.And stomping soul dancing was a spectacle in itself — fast feet, spins, kicks, drops and incredible energy, with dancers giving everything they had while the DJ kept the records coming.Tonight’s Magnificent Seven takes us through some fantastic soul records and the artists behind them, from Detroit and Memphis to the Northern Soul dancefloors of Britain.Turn it up, find yourself a bit of space and get ready for some serious stomping soul.The Magnificent Seven — Uptown, Upbeat & Up North.
Northern Soul Masterclass : The Lost and Forgotten
What makes a Northern Soul Masterclass?It’s got to be obscure. It’s got to have the beat, the drive and, above all, that unmistakable Northern Soul feeling.Tonight, we’re digging deep for records that slipped …
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What makes a Northern Soul Masterclass?
It’s got to be obscure. It’s got to have the beat, the drive and, above all, that unmistakable Northern Soul feeling.
Tonight, we’re digging deep for records that slipped under the radar — forgotten artists, unreleased recordings and tracks that spent years hiding away before being discovered by the Northern Soul scene.From The Platters and Gigi & the Charmaines to The Squires and The Sharpies, these are records with stories of their own — music recorded decades ago, but given a completely new life on British dance floors.No obvious classics. No overplayed favourites.Just great soul records waiting to be discovered.This is Northern Soul Masterclass — Hidden in the Groove
London Calling : The 100 Club
London’s 100 Club has been part of British music history for generations — but its place in the Northern Soul story is particularly fascinating.Hidden away on Oxford Street, the club became an important meeting …
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London’s 100 Club has been part of British music history for generations — but its place in the Northern Soul story is particularly fascinating.Hidden away on Oxford Street, the club became an important meeting point for the capital’s soul scene during the 1960s and 1970s. While Manchester had the Twisted Wheel and Stoke-on-Trent had the Golden Torch, London had its own distinctive scene, with DJs and dancers searching out the latest and rarest American soul records.The 100 Club was never simply about one particular style. Jazz, rhythm and blues, modern soul and American soul all found a home there, creating an atmosphere where musical discovery mattered. For the young soul enthusiast, it was somewhere to hear records that weren't necessarily available in your local record shop — and to dance to music that was beginning to take on a life of its own in Britain.Its importance to Northern Soul lies in that connection with the wider underground soul movement. Long before Northern Soul became associated almost exclusively with Wigan Casino, clubs such as the 100 Club helped create the culture: dedicated dancers, knowledgeable DJs, imported American 45s and a determination to find something different.London had its own soul identity — sophisticated, fashionable and constantly changing — and the 100 Club was right at the heart of it.For our Northern Soul story, the 100 Club deserves its place among the important venues that helped shape the scene before it became a national phenomenon.
The Secret Record Labels Of Northern Soul
This time, we go behind the music and into the world of the American record labels that helped create the sound we know as Northern Soul.From Detroit to Memphis, Washington D.C. to Los Angeles, we explore the …
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This time, we go behind the music and into the world of the American record labels that helped create the sound we know as Northern Soul.
From Detroit to Memphis, Washington D.C. to Los Angeles, we explore the small independent labels whose records were often overlooked in America but became treasured discoveries on British dancefloors.We’ll hear the stories behind Ric-Tic, Thelma, Cameo-Parkway, Mirwood, Karen, Goldwax — and the extraordinary Shrine Records, one of the rarest and most fascinating labels in the Northern Soul story.These labels weren't making records for Northern Soul. In many cases, they had disappeared long before the British scene discovered them. But DJs, collectors and dancers gave these forgotten recordings a completely new life.Expect rare sounds, forgotten artists, fascinating label stories and plenty of authentic Northern Soul — music that was made in America, discovered in Britain, and kept alive on the dancefloor.
1981 Wigan Casino :The Last Night
December 1981. Wigan Casino is preparing for its final all-nighter.For eight years, this legendary venue had stood at the heart of the Northern Soul scene. Thousands of dancers had passed through its doors …
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December 1981. Wigan Casino is preparing for its final all-nighter.
For eight years, this legendary venue had stood at the heart of the Northern Soul scene. Thousands of dancers had passed through its doors, chasing rare records, unforgettable sounds and the feeling of being part of something that belonged to them.
But to understand the significance of that final night, we need to go back to 1973 — when Wigan Casino first opened its doors to the Northern Soul world.
From the excitement of those early all-nighters to the records, DJs, dancers and culture that made Wigan unique, this episode follows the story through to December 1981, when the doors finally closed.
One venue. Eight extraordinary years. And one final night that would become part of Northern Soul history.
1969 The Northern Soul years : The Year it all Began
Northern Soul Years: 1969 — The Year It All BeganStep back to 1969 — the year I believe Northern Soul truly began to take shape.Just before the dawn of the 1970s, the influence of the Mods, American soul music …
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Northern Soul Years: 1969 — The Year It All Began
Step back to 1969 — the year I believe Northern Soul truly began to take shape.Just before the dawn of the 1970s, the influence of the Mods, American soul music and the all-night club culture were beginning to merge into something new. From the Twisted Wheel in Manchester to the clubs of London, dancers, DJs and record collectors were searching for music that was different, exciting and made for the dancefloor.In this episode, we explore that fascinating crossroads between the Mod era and the emerging Northern Soul scene, looking at the clubs, the music, the dancers and the records that helped lay the foundations for what was to come.1969 was a remarkable year in its own right — from the Moon landing to the cultural impact of The Beatles and the release of the iconic British film The Italian Job.But beneath all of that, in dark clubs and packed dancefloors, something else was happening.Northern Soul was beginning.This is Northern Soul Years: 1969 — The Year It All Began.
1973: The Northern Soul Years
1973 — When Wigan Arrived: We step back into 1973, a year of contradictions. Glam rock ruled Top of the Pops, Britain faced strikes, inflation and industrial unrest, package holidays were taking off, and by …
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1973 — When Wigan Arrived:
We step back into 1973, a year of contradictions. Glam rock ruled Top of the Pops, Britain faced strikes, inflation and industrial unrest, package holidays were taking off, and by Christmas the country was heading into the Three-Day Week.But after dark, another Britain was coming alive.Northern Soul was growing around American records that had mostly been created during the 1960s — rare, forgotten and often virtually unknown in Britain. Then, in September 1973, Wigan Casino opened its doors, changing the scale and visibility of the scene forever.We'll look at the music, the fashions, the cars, the cinema, the changing British lifestyle and the Northern Soul underground — and ask how a culture built around old records became something completely new.
.1973: the music wasn't new — but the obsession was.
Northern Soul floor Stompers
Seven artists. Seven reasons to get on the dancefloor.Tonight, The Magnificent Seven is dedicated to the Stomping Dancers — powerful Northern Soul records with the rhythm, energy and attitude to keep the floor …
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Seven artists. Seven reasons to get on the dancefloor.Tonight, The Magnificent Seven is dedicated to the Stomping Dancers — powerful Northern Soul records with the rhythm, energy and attitude to keep the floor moving.We dig into some fantastic American soul recordings, from the legendary Mirwood sound of The Olympics and Jackie Lee, to rare and lesser-known sides from The Cautions, The Furys, Ritchie Adams, and The Bel-Airs.Some were released in the 1960s and then largely forgotten. Others found a completely new life years later when British DJs, collectors and dancers discovered their potential on the Northern Soul scene.These are records where the history is fascinating — but ultimately, it's the sound that matters.Turn it up, clear some space and get ready for seven proper Northern Soul dancers.The Magnificent Seven — Stomping Dancers.
Northern Soul Discoveries
The Magnificent Seven: Seven Soul DiscoveriesWelcome to a brand-new feature celebrating seven soul records that deserve to be heard.The Magnificent Seven isn't about the biggest names or the most obvious …
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The Magnificent Seven: Seven Soul Discoveries
Welcome to a brand-new feature celebrating seven soul records that deserve to be heard.
The Magnificent Seven isn't about the biggest names or the most obvious Northern Soul favourites. It's about discovery — forgotten records, hidden treasures and great soul sides that may have slipped under the radar.
Some you may know. Others may be completely new to you. But every record has something that caught my ear and earned its place in this week's seven.
So turn it up, settle back, and join me as we dig deep into the soul cellar and uncover seven magnificent discoveries.
Northern Secret Soul : The Forgotten British Soul
British Soul: The Forgotten Sound Before Northern Soul became a movement, there was British soul.During the sixties, British singers and musicians were absorbing the sounds coming from Detroit, Chicago, Memphis …
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British Soul: The Forgotten Sound
Before Northern Soul became a movement, there was British soul.During the sixties, British singers and musicians were absorbing the sounds coming from Detroit, Chicago, Memphis and Philadelphia, taking those influences and creating something with a character of its own.In this episode, we dig deeper than the familiar names and explore the records that deserve another listen — obscure singles, forgotten B-sides, rare dancers and artists who never received the recognition they deserved.From Helen Shapiro and Barry St. John to The Chants, Herbie Goins, Jimmy Thomas and more, these are the voices and records that helped shape the sound of the British soul scene.Some were hits. Some disappeared without trace.But years later, Northern Soul DJs and collectors would rediscover them and give them a new life on the dance floor.This is British soul — before Northern Soul.
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Northern Secret Soul :The British Sound
British Soul — The British Side of Northern Soul of the 1960s.This episode takes us back to the 1960s, when British singers and groups were discovering, absorbing and putting their own stamp on American …
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British Soul — The British Side of Northern Soul of the 1960s.This episode takes us back to the 1960s, when British singers and groups were discovering, absorbing and putting their own stamp on American soul.From forgotten recordings and overlooked releases to records that would later find a new audience on Northern Soul dance floors, this is a journey through the British side of the soul story.Featuring artists including Kenny Bernard, A Band of Angels, The Chants, Kenny Lynch, Helen Shapiro, Lorraine Silver, Long John Baldry, and Chapter 5 .Some were hits, many were not — but all played their part in the story of British Soul.Turn it up and discover the soul power of the 1960s — British style.
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