Blue Mitchell’s self titled 1971 album on Bob Shad’s Mainstream Records—often referred to as Soul Village—sees a reissue on Newland Records, a 180g package remastered by man in-demand Kevin Gray and pressed at the Pallas in Germany. The album features a tight core unit, comprised of Blue on trumpet, Walter Bishop Jr. on keys, Jimmy Forrest on tenor, Larry Gales on bass and Doug Sides on drums. The date was recorded in one take, telling of the quality of the musicians at Mitchell’s disposal, a short-lived quintet that lasted less than a year brought together after Blue’s move to Los...
Check out this batch of 45 Original vinyl Soul LPs from the large collection that we are processing. There are most of the Jr Walker albums here along with many from The Jackson 5/Jacksons and Rose Royce. All records are in at least VG+ condition, most of them are hardly played and sleeves have average wear for their age (as individually graded). Almost all titles are one off's, so please order early to avoid disappointment. You can combine with other records from the same collection in Soul harmony group LPs, and Soul LPs, to optimise postage costs. Records can be ordered...
Kim Tibbs has produced an exceptional new soul album for 2022 in the style of 70's Memphis Soul but with a contemporary feel. Kim Tibbs proudly presents the highly anticipated album The Science of Completion Vol 1. Recorded at the legendary Royal Studios in Memphis, TN, USA and co-produced by Lawrence Boo Mitchell, son of the late great Willie Mitchell. Twenty five musicians played their part on this project and have created the most authentic 70s soul you will ever hear in 21st century music, attention to detail even went as far as retrieving Al Green’s microphone from the original Hi...
Firstly we will be closed next Monday 19th September out of respect for HM Queen Elizabeth II funeral. Lindsey Webster returns with another strong album 'Reasons' with nice Soul/Jazz music. Kim Tibbs has made a really strong contemporary retro 70's soul album in the Royal studios in Memphis co-produced and arranged by Lawrence Boo Mitchell, son of the late great Willie Mitchell and featuring 25 musicians. John Legend has a new 2CD set 'Legend' on Republic music. Henry Franklin is the latest 70's jazz musician to feature in the Jazz Is Dead series with vol 14. Chip Wickham has a nice contemporary...
It was with great sadness that we at Soul Brothers learned of the passing of Jazz pianist, Ramsey Lewis. He was 87. Born in Chicago, Lewis learned to play the piano from the age of four. After playing with various groups in and around his home city, he formed his own trio with bassist Eldee Young and drummer Isaac ‘Red’ Holt. In 1956, the trio recorded its debut album, ‘Ramsey Lewis and His Gentle-Men Of Swing’ for Argo Records, the Jazz subsidiary of the legendary Chicago based label, Chess. Lewis would go on to record over thirty albums on Argo...
Check out this latest batch of 50 Original Soul vinyl LPs from the large collection that we are processing. There are many classic Male vocal harmony group and singer albums here, many at just £10. All the records are in great condition mainly near mint or Ex as individually graded and most sleeves have average wear for their age. All records are one off's, so please order early to avoid disappointment.You can combine with other records from the same collection here to optimise postage costs. Records can be ordered on-line, over the phone on 020 8875 1018 or collected from our...
Lindsey Webster returns with another strong album. Her music bridges Soul and Jazz very effectively. Lindsey's beautiful voice is accompanied by some great musicians throughout, including long term associate Keith Slater on keyboards and T.O.P. percussionist Lenny Castro. The uptempo 'I Didn't Mean It' really swings along and unusually features Brian Culbertson on trumpet and trombone. 'Love Of Your Life' is a mid tempo song ft Nathan East on bass and vocals. 'Wish You Well' is a nice horn backed mid tempo. 'I'm OK' is a good mid tempo stepper ft Nicholas Payton on Trumpet. There are two versions of...
Jazz and Blues vocalist Leon Thomas recorded Blues and Soulful Truth for Flying Dutchman in 1972. The album features a strong line up of musicians arranged and conducted by Pee Wee Ellis. ‘Let’s Go Down to Lucy’s’ is a slinky funky number with strong horn riffs. ‘Love Each Other’ is a lovely bustling brassy shifter that has become popular on the Modern Soul scene. ‘China Doll’ is an enchanting mid tempo track with a unique keyboard riff from Neal Creque, the last two numbers featuring great backing vocals from Carl Hall amongst other Soul vocalists. ‘Gypsy Queen’ is a long...
The Whole Darn Family were a funk band who recorded their only album 'Has Arrived' in Atlanta in 1976 for the Soul International label. Drummer and lead singer Tyrone Thomas leads the 13 piece band that includes Tommy Stewart on trumpet. 'Seven Minutes Of Funk' is their most famous track, a seven minute instrumental funk opus that has been sampled many times. 'You Know That You Lied' and 'New Yorking' are further funk tracks, There is also a great horn backed mid tempo modern soul cut 'Fly Away Love Bird'. Leave Me Alone' is another mid tempo soul cut. Strong album Buy the...
Firstly I am sure that I speak for the Soul and Jazz community in paying our respects for HM Queen Elizabeth II who sadly passed yesterday. Whilst it is a sombre time for our country and us individually, music is a healer and I hope it will help you through this sad time. I appreciate that some of you may not be interested at this time, but for those who are, there are some good new releases this week. Khari Cabral & Jiva return with a strong album '5' which has a good time uplifting feel. Thee Sacred Souls have a...
