Earth Wind and Fire AND Chicago on the same stage doing a variety of the most amazing songs from both groups. A show to remember.
Monthly Archives For October 2019
All female group charted over 26 songs, 7 big hits in 9 years. Forgotten by the public?
Martha Reeves and The Vandellas recorded such super soul hits as Jimmy Mack, Heat Wave, Dancing In The Streets, and Quicksand. Starting in 1957 and into the 60’s these girls recorded for Motown and had…
Amazing Lady Soul wrote this 1963 top 10 hit and sang on Pink Floyd’s Dark Side Of The Moon.
She was discovered by James Brown while working as an usherette at the Apollo Theatre. Doris Troy. Another great Lady Soul. This song was co written by Doris Troy (using the name Doris Payne). It…
Soul singer credits Elvis as inspiration while in prison. He ruled the radio in the 1970’s.
The love viewers have for this man’s music is genuine. Barry White’s magic transcends decades of popular styles. His masterful orchestrations arranged for the style of his day, the precision writing, and that unmistakable voice.…
Is she the top female soul vocalist of all time?
Gladys Knight has been one of the most consistent hit makers in music. Her vocal style is unmatched. You be the judge. Listen to this amazing performance.
Soul Superstar died at age 26. His classics including RESPECT by Aretha live on.
Try A Little Tenderness Otis Redding wrote R E S P E CT, recorded by Aretha Franklin, plus Sitting On The Dock Of The Bay with Soul Man guitarist Steve Cropper. He grew up in…
He wrote the Rolling Stones first UK # 1, this soul legend played with a Who’s Who of greats.
A Woman’s Got To Have it Bobby Womack was a prolific songwriter, singer , and instrumentalist. Being left handed he flipped the guitar around and learned to play upside down. Womack wrote Breezing for George…
Who else wants to Feel Good! Jump back!
The Godfather of Soul, James Brown is on the scene and in command of this superb live performance. The excitement and soulful song for the decades reverberates throughout the crowd as they join in this…
Remarkable performance by The Queen will make you stand and cheer!
This command performance by The Queen of Soul stands as a testament to the magical connection that music has with all people. Formal attire and stoic postures give way to the gut feelings that bring…
The strange story of the outtake that is this classic #1 song.
Rick Hall produced so many of the hits that came out of Muscle Shoals Alabama. He also produced this one but with a twist. Percy Sledge was the singer for the Esquires, a local band…
