NARA LEAO – “Amor nas estrelas” (1981)

Magical soulful moment from Brazil. The legendary late songstress Nara Leao performs a delightful track taken from her 1981 LP “Romance popular” released on Philips Records in Brazil.

Listen below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BWWIhEwLwFo

BOBBY KING & ALFIE SILAS – “Close to me” (1984)

Once again enjoy sweet Soul steppin’ from two great voices. Taken from Bobby’s LP “Love in the fire” released on Motown Records in 1984.

Listen below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eqf3hy83oV4

DEBORAH RESTO – “Let him hear my heart” (2003)

Deborah is a New York-born Puerto Rican with a superb sultry voice. Although many Soul collectors are familiar with her 1988 debut single “Slow down”, the title track of her 2003 debut album is a real peach. Released on Latin Cool Records.

Listen below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5x3GqwUNVwU

JESSE BELVIN – “Angel eyes” (1959)

One of my all-time favorite soulful “easy listening” melodies performed with sheer finesse by the late Jesse Belvin. His success was sadly cut short by his death in a car crash aged 27. This classic track is taken from his LP “Mr. easy” recorded on RCA Records in 1959. Arranged & conducted by Marty Paich and his orchestra.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:12

http://www15.zippyshare.com/v/1388799/file.html  

MIKI MATSUBARA – “It’s so creamy” (1980)

Japanese Rare Groove at its best. This great gem sounds like it was written by Rod Temperton! Taken from Miki’s debut LP entitled “Pocket park” released on Seesaw/Canyon Records in 1980 only in Japan.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:40
http://www.divshare.com/download/17346333-e51

BOOKER T. JONES – “I came to love you” (1981)

Help yourself to another mellow gem written by the great Leon Ware. Taken from the LP "I want you" released on A&M Records in 1981.

Listen below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AzKO1XrsSqs

THE DUNCANS – “Let me be” (1981)

Helen and Phyllis Duncan from Canada perform a delightful stepper showcasing their soulful vocals floating over its driving bass and funky beat. Taken from their LP “Gonna stay in love” released on Malaco Records in 1981.

Download file below (320 kbsp) - Time 4:48

http://www30.zippyshare.com/v/17741327/file.html

LEONARD JULIEN III – “This time it’s real” (2007)

Leonard is one of the most impressive newcomers of the Soul scene in recent years. Apart from singing and composing, he’s also a respected sax player contributed to other artists’ recordings. This great track is taken from his CD album “Reflections of Soul” released in 2007.

Listen below

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4UUZ8Hghui8

LINDA CLIFFORD – “Only the angels know” (1982)

Sublime Soul melody arranged in a Bossa Nova style. Apart from Linda’s exquisite performance, check also the heavenly backing vocals arranged by Luther Vandross! Taken from her LP “I’ll keep on loving you” released on Capitol Records in 1982.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:23

http://www66.zippyshare.com/v/47703191/file.html 

ANTHONY WHITE – “I’m so much in love with you” (1976)

Philly Soul never goes out of fashion. Here’s another delightful gem that reminds us the greatness of this glorious sound. Taken from Anthony's LP “Could it be magic” released on Philadelphia Intl. Records in 1976.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:29
http://www.mediafire.com/?nemrazk7ucra1rl

SILK – “I can’t stop turning you on” (1979)

Here is a wonderful “Philly Soul” Rare Groove. SILK were formerly known as Anglo Saxon Brown. They group later became SILK for one album entitled “Midnight dancer” released on Philadelphia Intl. Records in 1979. Enjoy pure Soul music from the unforgettable era of the late ‘70s.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:59

http://www10.zippyshare.com/v/13158743/file.html

DEBI DIXON – “In love always” (2004)

Here’s a wonderful Soul-Gospel offering with a Jazzy feel performed by the angelic voice of Debi Dixon. Taken from her debut CD album “My sole desire” released on Masterpiece Christian Records in 2004.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:28
http://www.mediafire.com/?c4ga32kjq3a01k1

THE ANVIL BAND – “Nice vibes” (1978)

Genius composition. Written by Vince Montana Jr. most known as a member of MFSB and as the founder of the Salsoul Orchestra. This great instrumental is a part of a one-off project by The Anvil Band released on Free Spirit Records in 1978.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:59

http://www3.zippyshare.com/v/96537475/file.html

CHUCK JACKSON – “I’m needing you, wanting you” (1975)

Possessing one of most elegant baritone voices in the annals of recorded music, Chuck Jackson has set a benchmark for aspiring vocalists of all genres. Here’s the title track taken from his 1975 LP released on All Platinum Records in 1975 which came out also as a 7" single.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:45
http://www.mediafire.com/?wd1sace5i2c4kl1

JEANETTE “LADY” DAY – “Come let me love you” (1981)

Simply one of my all-time-favorite sexy Disco tunes ever recorded. Released only as a 12” single on Prelude Records in 1981.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:37
http://www.mediafire.com/?emv3ctph6pwfy59

ANDRE LEE – “So good” (1997)

Hypnotizing Modern Soul stepper from the late ‘90s. Andrew Lee Caples (his real name) plays the bass, keyboards, guitar, drum program and also produced his debut album “So good” released on Avanti Records in 1997.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:19
http://www.mediafire.com/?d2unjqa14mc6594

GLORIA SCOTT – “I’ve got to have all of you” (Previously unreleased)

Yes, it’s true! This great track remained unreleased until very recently. Produced of course by Barry White and recorded back in 1974.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:32

http://www27.zippyshare.com/v/32777239/file.html

TONY VALOR SOUNDS ORCHESTRA – “We belong together” (1978)

An exquisite track with soaring strings and lots of mellow warm instrumentation that reminds us the universal impact of Barry White’s sound. Taken from the LP “Love has come my way” released on Paula Records in 1978.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:32
http://www.mediafire.com/?e9lydx0yd05o41j

MINAKO YOSHIDA – “Hoho ni yoru no hi” (1982)

Japanese Soul never ceases to surprise. Here’s another mellow 2-Step knockout taken from Minako’s LP “Light’n up” released on Alfa Records only in Japan in 1982.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:40
http://www.divshare.com/download/17346345-ce8

JERRY BROOKS – “Sweet surrender” (2000)

This is a totally neglected Soul ballad released right in the beginning of the new millennium by a fantastic crooner called Jerry Brooks. It features all these quality ingredients you’re looking for in a great Soul record: Indie sound, sultry lyrics, smooth backdrop and velvet vocals. Taken from his CD album “I’ll be there if you ever need me” released on !4th Floor Productions in 2000.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:28
http://www.mediafire.com/?tmv89m38247sa95