AKIKO KOSAKA – “Love is smiling” (1983)

Here’s another fine selection from the Japanese Rare Soul sessions. Taken from Akiko Kosaka’s 1983 LP “Again” released on Philips Records in Japan. Enjoy!

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 3:29

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THE TEMPTATIONS – “What else?” (1981)

It’s about time to get tempted Soul-wise……Only The Temptations know how to do it. Any objections ????

Download file below (320 kbps) – Time 4:05
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BETTY WRIGHT with MARLON JACKSON – “I promise you” (1983)

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)

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)

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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