Undoubtedly one of the best Soul songs ever recorded. Co-written by Allee Willis & Robert Wright. Donna’s performance is one of the kind. No cover version should ever be attempted! Taken from her debut LP “For the sake of love” released on Capitol Records in 1980.
Turn off the lights and enjoy…….....here’s a classy Soul ballad by Eddie Horan. Taken from his 1978 LP “Love the way you love me” released on HDM Records.
Barry White and his orchestra deliver the sexiest groove ever recorded during his glorious career. Forget all about “Love’s theme” or “Can’t get enough”. This sexy gem is the real deal !!! Taken from the great LP “My musical bouquet” released on 20th Century Records in 1978.
Pure Soul heaven !!! Producer H.B. Barnum provides a magical setting that allows Gloria’s warm vocals glide along with a soulful quality second to none!!! Taken from her only wonderful LP entitled “From the heart” released in 1985 on JWP Records. This great track was also released as a flip side on both 7” and 12” singles (see photo).
Another great gem all the way from Philly!!! Gentle Persuasion is a female trio performing a mighty fine smooth Soul stepper produced by the legendary Jerry Ross. Taken from their only self-titled LP released on Warner Bros Records in 1978. Enjoy in style.
This is a truly inspired cover of Weldon Irvine’s composition. Bernard Wright at 16 gives a splendid laid-back performance as well as playing a superb piano solo. He’s also supported by an all-star cast including Marcus Miller on bass, Bobby Broom on guitar, Dave Grusin on synth as well as Luther Vandross and Patti Austin on backing vocals. Taken from his excellent debut LP “Nard” released on GRP/Arista Records in 1981.
Mellow madness!!! This is one of the best soulful recordings ever released on AVI Records. Produced and arranged by Tommy Stewart & Roderick Smith.
At last, after 9 long years of absence, Norman Connors is back with a brand new album !!! Once again he works his magic with an all-star cast of established stars and new talents.
This wonderful track appeared only as a B-side on the 7” single “When am I going to make a living” released in 1984 on Epic Records. Jazzy-Soul elegance as always guaranteed from legendary SADE…….
Happy-go-lucky Brazilian Soul from multi-talented Filo Machado. Taken from his wonderful 1984 LP “Canto fatal” released on Pointer Records in Brazil.
Sexy, sexier, cumming!!! This is the ULTIMATE SENSUAL Soul stepper released in the ‘90s. Written, arranged and produced by Michael Lovesmith. HAREM is a duo comprised of Nancy Saad and Jenifer Cheng. Taken from their only self-titled CD album released on Motown Records in 1995.
Impeccable melody, soulful performance along with flawless instrumentation. What more can I say? This unique gem was recorded in Philly and released only on 7” single originally on Columbia Records in 1975.
Here’s a brilliant cover version of Chicago’s 1974 classic “Call on me”, performed in a classy Latin-Jazz style by lovely Khani Cole. Taken from her 1998 album “Places” released on Fahrenheit Records. The album is co-produced by Marion Meadows & Michael B.
Nicknamed “Little Randy” is the youngest son of the legendary JACKSON family. This is his first solo 7" single released on Epic Records in 1978 and quite collectible nowadays. Simply one of my all-time-favorite Soul rarities of late ‘70s. Enjoy!!!
Mellow sweetness!!! This is the very first single recorded by the late Gwen Guthrie. In fact, this is a cameo appearance she did for a studio session group named CHARME. Included also in CHARME’s only LP entitled “Let it in” released on RCA Records in 1979.
A beautiful ballad co-written and produced by Al McKay (of Earth Wind & Fire). Taken from the 1983 LP “Finis” released on Motown Records.
A sophisticated Jazzy-Soul “West Coast” gem from Japanese singer Mariya Takeuchi. This great track is co-written by her husband Tatsuro Yamashita. Musicians playing include David Foster, Jay Graydon, Steve Lukather and Jeff Porcaro. Taken from her excellent 1980 LP “Miss M” released on RCA Records in Japan.
This is my little tribute to Spencer Harrison. He was one of the most promising new singers emerging in the late 80s. He passed away quite unexpectedly in 1994 at the young age of 32. For more info about Spencer, visit the following link: http://www.soulwalking.co.uk/Spencer%20Harrison.html
Picture yourself at a Mykonos dancing club surrounded by beautiful people. This contagious French sexy groove defies categorization. I have the pleasure of providing you a very special version that came out only as a 12” single in 1988 released on independent French label “On the beat”.
