Mellow Soul & Sensual Grooves

BETTY WRIGHT with MARLON JACKSON – “I promise you” (1983)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Thu, 16 May 2013 22:00:00 +0000

First and foremost I wanna thank once again my friend SoulLakis from Volos who never stops to amaze me when it comes to choosing soulful stuff for my Blog. A couple of weeks ago he sent me this wonderful duet and I promised him right away that deserves to be posted big time !!!!

Taken from Betty Wright’s 1983 LP “Back at you” released on Epic Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:52
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PAUL ANKA – “No way out” (1983)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Sat, 11 May 2013 23:10:00 +0000

Here’s an exceptionally tasteful melody co-written by Paul Anka and Michael McDonald. Taken from Anka’s 1983 LP “Walk a fine line” released on Columbia Records. This same song was used for the 1987 film “No way out” starring Kevin Costner and Gene Hackman.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:28
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JANICE BULLUCK – “Do you really love me?” (1987)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:03:00 +0000

I’m back in action in full effect. Enjoy this great midtempo produced by William Bell. Taken from her 1987 LP “Don’t start a fire” released on Wilbe Recording Corp.
And remember; only SOUL music can provide such thrills……

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 5:10
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PLEASURE – “All the way” (1982)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 21:48:00 +0000

Here’s a great smooth midtempo performed by one of my favorite Soul-Funk Groups of the ‘70s. Taken from their 1982 LP “Give it up” released on RCA Records. Simply PLEASURE for your pleasure……

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:06
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VANESSA WILLIAMS – “Send one your love” (2005)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 22:21:00 +0000

One of the most beautiful songs of Stevie Wonder performed by Vanessa Williams. Taken from her 2005 CD album “Everlasting love” released on Lava Records

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:39
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KIKI DEE – “Don’t stop loving me” (1979)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 23:05:00 +0000

First of all I wanna thank my friend SoulLakis from Volos who introduced me once again to a wonderful soulful find from the late ‘70s. British songstress Kiki Dee performs a great melody co-written by David Lasley. Taken from her 1979 LP “Stay with me” released on Rocket Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:12
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CRÈME D’COCOA – “Mr. me, Mrs. you” (1979)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 23:34:00 +0000

Here’s one of the most memorable songs written by the legendary H.B. Barnum. Taken from Crème D’Cocoa’s 1979 LP “Nasty street” released on Venture Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:42
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DEE DEE BRIDGEWATER – “Love won’t let me go” (1979)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:08:00 +0000

Unforgettable collaboration between two extraordinary Soul-Jazz legends. Vocalist Dee Dee Bridgewater joins forces with versatile producer George Duke creating smooth Soul music with subtle Jazzy touches. Taken from her 1979 LP “Bad for me” released on Elektra Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:02
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BEN E. KING – “And this is love” (1980)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 22:49:00 +0000

Here’s a wonderful stepper from legendary Ben E. King taken from his 1980 LP “Music trance” released on Atlantic Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:05
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MARGIE ALEXANDER – “What’cha tryin’ to do to me” (1977)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 00:49:00 +0000

Here’s a superb soulful sizzler recorded in Chicago showcasing Margie’s emotional vocals. Released as a B side on 7” single on Chi-Sound Records in 1977.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:51
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KASHIF – “After you” (1989)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:20:00 +0000

One of the most prolific writers and producers of the '80s provides a joyous midtempo groove with a little help from Lori Fulton on chorus. Lori was the lead singer of the Group “GUINN” which recorded a great album back in 1986.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:38
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HIROSHI FUKUMURA feat. Sybil Thomas – “The only one for me” (1985)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 23:27:00 +0000

Japanese Jazz trombonist Hiroshi Fukumura collaborates with US session vocalist Sybil Thomas providing a marvelous Soul ballad. Taken from his 1985 LP “Hot shot” released on Apollon Music Corp. in Japan. Many thanks to my friend SoulLakis for reminding me this lost gem.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:06
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NORWOOD – “Should have been us together” (1987)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Sun, 20 Jan 2013 00:27:00 +0000

Wonderful voice Norwood Berry Young recorded his debut LP “I can’t let you go” on MCA/Magnolia Records in 1987. Here’s one of the best cuts which was also released as a single.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:08
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CANDY ASADA – “No, no darling” (1982)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 22:25:00 +0000

Here’s another surprising Soulful gem from Japan. Taken from her debut LP “Welcome back…to you” released on Atlantic Records only in Japan.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:37
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RONNIE WALKER – “You’ve got to try harder (times are bad)” - 1974

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:20:00 +0000

Ronnie B. Walker recorded some 7” singles from 1967 to 1975. The one I chose from 1974 is really something! Just to mention that is co-written, arranged and co-produced by the great Vincent Montana Jr. Released on Event Records Inc.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 2:59
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SALENA JONES – “You go to my head” (1995)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 22:36:00 +0000

Here’s a wonderful remake of the perennial Jazz standard “You go to my head” performed by Salena Jones. Taken from her 1995 album “Over the rainbow” released on JVC Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:27
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LAKESIDE – “Bullseye” (1987)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:43:00 +0000

One of the best ballads written by talented songwriter Kenny Nolan. Taken from Lakeside’s 1987 LP “Power” released on Solar Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:15 http://www39.zippyshare.com/v/69380325/file.html

HERBIE HANCOCK feat. Greg Walker – “Making love” (1980)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:35:00 +0000

Splendid collaboration between Jazz master Herbie Hancock and Soul session vocalist Greg Walker. Taken from Herbie’s 1980 LP “Monster” released on Columbia Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 6:23
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YVONNE WILLIAMS – “Love of my life” (1995)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 22:14:00 +0000

Here’s one of the most underrated soulful vocalists of our times. Check this wonderful tune which sounds like Anita Baker at her best! Taken from her 1995 CD album “Back to innocence” released on A.N.T. Enterprises.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:45 http://www43.zippyshare.com/v/67586307/file.html

THE CHOICE FOUR – “When you’re young and in love” (1975)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 23:16:00 +0000

One of the best projects produced by the legendary Van McCoy. Taken from the Group’s 2nd self-titled LP released on RCA Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:48 http://www21.zippyshare.com/v/76880149/file.html

HIGH INERGY – “Will we ever love again” (1979)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 22:36:00 +0000

In the mid ‘70s High Inergy were promoted as ‘the new Supremes’. I chose a wonderful stepper which is taken from their 4th LP “Frenzy” released on Gordy Records in 1979.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:31 http://www43.zippyshare.com/v/51405376/file.html

JEFFREE – “Love loan” (1996)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Sun, 25 Nov 2012 22:08:00 +0000

Smooth and sweet Soul from JEFFREE (aka Jeff Perry) who is the brother of Greg Perry. This wonderful track is taken from his latest CD album entitled “Call it love” released on Creative Outlet Intl. in 1996.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:30
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SHOODY – “Tokyo melody” (1981)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 23:45:00 +0000

Feel-Good Groove recorded by an obscure Japanese songstress named Shoody. Sought after Modern Soul Boogie 7” single released on Invitation Records in 1981 only in Japan.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:39
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CARL ANDERSON with VANEESE THOMAS – “It’s the love” (1984)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 23:32:00 +0000

Simply one of the best Modern Soul duets recorded in the ‘80s. Taken from Carl’s LP “On and on” released on Epic Records in 1984.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:17 http://www.divshare.com/download/20681394-057

AKIRA JIMBO feat. Maxi Anderson – “Our sweet melody” (1989)

noreply@blogger.com (Nicolas Drosos) — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:55:00 +0000

First of all I wanna thank my dear friend Paul Grestock who introduced me to this sublime Jazzy Soul gem which features Maxi Anderson on lead vocals. She is one of my all-time-favorite singers. This exceptional collaboration with Japanese drummer Akira Jimbo was recorded in 1989. This great track is written and arranged by the very talented keyboardist Randy Kerber. Taken from Akira’s album “Palette” released on Optimism Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:29 http://www53.zippyshare.com/v/5843109/file.html