THE TYMES – “The reader” (1976)

Simply one of the best soulful gems ever posted on this Blog! Taken from the LP “Turning point” released on RCA Records in 1976.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:37

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LONNIE LISTON SMITH – “The love I see in your eyes” (1983)

Killer mellow instrumental written & produced by Marcus Miller!!!! The interplay between the piano by Lonnie and the bass by Marcus is made in heaven. Taken from Lonnie’s wonderful LP “Dreams of tomorrow” released on Doctor Jazz Records in 1983.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:36

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VIKTOR LAZLO – “Canoe rose” (1985)

A real seductive / sensual offering from French-Belgian singer Viktor Lazlo (real name: Sonia Dronier). Kicks off with a wonderful spoken intro and builds into a delightful melody. Released as a 7” single on Polydor Records in 1985.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:38

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ROCKIE ROBBINS – “For you, for love” (1981)

This is a superb rendition of the 1980 hit recorded by The Average White Band. Produced and arranged by Skip Scarborough & Jerry Peters providing an extra smooth Jazzy backdrop. Taken from his excellent LP “I believe in love” released on A&M Records in 1981.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:33
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CAROL DOUGLAS – “I’ll take a chance on love” (1977)

Here is one of my favorite tracks written by the great songwriting duo of Chuck Jackson and Marvin Yancy. Taken from her wonderful LP ‘Full bloom” released on Midland International Records in 1977.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:01
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NICOLAS BEARDE – “Miracle lover” (1997)

One of the most underrated vocalists of our time. Nicolas is a supremely gifted singer/entertainer who is fluent in Soul, Jazz and R&B stylings. Here’s a wonderful stepper taken from his debut CD album entitled “Nic Nacs” released on his own label in 1997. This same album re-issued in 1998 on Right Groove Records under the title of “Crossing the line”.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:36
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TAMIKO JONES – “Cloudy” (1977)

Pure unadulterated Soul heaven arranged by the great Paul Riser. It’s the title track from her 1977 LP released on Atlantis II Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:24

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SHOCK – “I think I love you” (1981)

Delicious Smooth Funk from the group SHOCK. Produced by Marlon McClain who was also one of the original members of the legendary Soul-Funk group PLEASURE . Taken from their self-titled LP released on Fantasy Records in 1981.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:02
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KOVA REA avec JOELLE URSULL – “Serre moi” (1991)

Here’s a neglected smooth offering from France, the land of sensual & sexy sounds. A wonderful sensual urban mid-ballad released initially on single. Included also on Kova Rea’s CD album “Pas de limites” released on Philips Records in 1991.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:59

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BETTY EVERETT – “Bedroom eyes” (1975)

Here’s one of my favorite songs written and produced by Gene & Billy Page. Taken from Betty’s LP “Happy endings” released on Fantasy Records in 1975

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:52
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THE BOONES – “I’m a believer” (1978)

Surprising Blue-eyed Soul obscurity from female group named The Boones. Taken from their LP entitled “First Class” released on indie record label “Lamb & Lion” in 1978.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:21
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RAMSEY LEWIS feat. MICHAEL LOGAN – “Just a little loving” (1996)

Legendary Jazz pianist Ramsey Lewis teams up with songwriter/vocalist Michael Logan creating a superb sensual smooth jam “tailor-made” for late night romance. Taken from Ramsey’s CD album “Between the keys” released on GRP Records in 1996.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:44
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KUH LEDESMA – “I think I’m in love” (1984)

Soulful grace and style all the way from Philippines!!! Kuh Ledesma's music career spans 25 years of performances which include more than 300 concerts, 18 albums and numerous awards in the Philippine music scene. Here’s the title track from her 1984 LP released on Black Gold Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:20

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MAJOR HARRIS – “Night moods” (1978)

Stellar mellow gem!!! Taken from his LP “How do you take your love” released on RCA Records in 1978. Produced by Jerry Rogovoy.

Backing vocals are provided by Luther Vandross, Alfa Anderson, David Lasley, Diva Gray, Phillip Ballou and Gordon Grody.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:03
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CHANTE MOORE – “I wanna love like that again” (1992)

Latin-infused Soul jam co-written by Michael J. Powell & Vernon Fails (CHAPTER 8) and Chanté Moore. Produced by George Duke. Taken from her debut album “Precious” released on Silas/MCA Records in 1992.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 5:07
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BOBBY HUTTON – “Loving you, needing you, loving you, wanting you” (1974)

Ultra Soulful collector’s item co-written by Reggie Dozier and McKinley Jackson. Released only as a 7” single on ABC Records in 1974.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:47http://www.mediafire.com/?hc922ee04t6lw25

ALTON McCLAIN & DESTINY – “Why did you let me love you” (1981)

Exquisite Soul stepper produced by the great Skip Scarborough. Strings and Horns arranged by Patrice Rushen. Taken from the wonderful LP “Gonna tell the world” released on Polydor Records in 1981.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:08
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EMILIO SANTIAGO – “Doce viver” (2000)

Dreamy sweetness arranged with a warm Jazzy instrumentation. Written by multi-talented Marcos Valle !!! Taken from Emilio’s wonderful CD album “Bossa Nova” released on Sony Records in 2000.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 4:14

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ROY AYERS with SYLVIA STRIPLIN – “Love fantasy” (1980)

Roy’s trademark Jazzy Soul brilliance is showcased here on this extended mellow duet with Sylvia Striplin. It’s the title track taken from his 1980 LP released on Polydor Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 6:28
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BARBARA JEAN ENGLISH – “He knows my key is always in the mailbox” (1972)

Early 70’s classic New Jersey Soul produced by the great George Kerr. Taken from her LP “So many ways” released on Alithia Records in 1972.

Download file below (320 kbps) – Total time 3:50
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