CHIC - "Falling in love with you" (1977)

Chic-wise. The art of being elegant, sophisticated, classy, posh. The sound of CHIC that changed completely our perception about soulful music. One step beyond Philly Sound with tight compressed grooves combined with unique smoothness!!!

Listen carefully to this mellow ballad: Norma Jean Wright on lead and Luther Vandross on backing vocals under the guidance of Nile Rodgers and Bernard Edwards create instant magic!!!!

Taken from their debut self-titled 1977 LP released on Atlantic Records. At that time I was only 12 years old and I had the feeling that music was made in heaven……..

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:28

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PHYLLIS HYMAN - "You're the one" (1977 - Previously unreleased)

By far the most talented and one of the most beautiful female singers ever lived on this planet. Although she passed away in 1995 at the age of 46, her work is still considered as the epitome of Soul-Jazz elegance.

“You’re the one” is a previously unreleased gem written by John Davis and recorded in 1977. Note that this song was also recorded by Ray Simpson in 1978 and was included on his LP entitled “Tiger love” produced by Ashford & Simpson.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 5:22

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THE WHISPERS - "Say yes" (1981)

The sound of The Whispers is beyond classic. "Say yes" is one of the finest moments of their magnificent work. Taken from their 1981 LP "Love is where you find it" released on Solar Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 5:08

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JOELLE URSULL - "Ayin....non" (1990)

This is the first time I'm posting a cover record. Well, this particular version is a brilliant arrangement on SADE's "Nothing can come between us" performed in French by the lovely Joelle Ursull. Taken from her 1990 CD album "Black French" released on CBS Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:46
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SOLOMON BURKE - "You and your baby blues" (1975)

One of the most sensuous mid-70s Soul grooves from legendary Solomon Burke. Taken from his 1975 LP "Music to make love by" released on Chess Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 5:47

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MINNIE RIPERTON - "Here we go" (1980)

Minnie will always be remembered as one of the finest voices in Soul music. This superb Modern Soul track was released one year after her death and was co-written by her husband and great producer Richard Rudolph.

Check also the wonderful guest performance by Peabo Bryson. Taken from her posthumous 1980 LP “Love lives forever” released on Capitol Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:02

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SPINNERS - "Toni my love" (1976)

A true MASTERPIECE from the legendary Detroit Spinners. Philippe Wynne is featured on lead vocals. Both production and songwriting by the great Thom Bell are absolutely flawless. Taken from their 1976 LP "Happiness is being with the Spinners" released on Atlantic Records.

Please note that Pervis Jackson, bass singer and an original member of the Spinners passed away at the age of 70, a week ago on Monday August 18th at Sinai-Grace hospital in Detroit, Michigan.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 3:39

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DEBBIE CAMERON & RICHARD BOONE - "Stop foolin' yourself" (1978)

There are no words to describe this delightful soulful gem. Taken from their 1978 rare LP "Brief encounter" released on Metronome Records. I look forward to your comments.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 3:09
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Time off for some holidays

As you know, summer in Greece means HOLIDAYS. So, I will be off for about 4 weeks and then I’ll get back for more “essensual” grooves for your listening pleasure so stay tuned !!!

While I’m away, I provide you here below a surprise download – one of my well-kept secrets (15 minutes long) – Jazzy, kinky, sleazy, downright sexy….

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Whoever donates 5€ by PayPal, will be entitled to be informed about artist and title of this extremely rare track only by email.

CRAIG T. COOPER - "When you love somebody" (1996)

This is an imaginative Soul-Jazz groove which utilizes perfectly the combination of 2 classic Soul standards: Marvin Gaye’s “Sexual healing” and Teddy Pendergrass’ “When somebody loves you back”. It features Julie Delgado on female backing vocals.

Craig T. Cooper is a top-notch Jazz guitarist/producer/ songwriter having produced numerous quality soulful projects for many artists such as Krystol, Denise Stewart, Whispers and many others.

This great track is taken from his 1996 CD album “A romantic letter” released on Sin-Drome Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 5:06

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EDITH LEFEL - "Mon ange" (2002)

One of the most elegant women ever lived. Although she passed away in 2003 at the age of 39, today she's still considered as the finest artist of "Zouk-Love" music derived from French Antilles.

Born in French Guyana, at 3 she moved to Martinique and at 14 she finally moved to Paris France. She recorded 5 wonderful studio albums and she collaborated with many other notable Caribbean artists such as Malavoi.

The track I've chosen, is taken from her last album entitled "Si seulement" recorded in 2002 and released on Creon Music. Soulful Caribbean finesse at its best.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 3:26

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TEDDY PENDERGRASS - "You're my choice tonight" (1984)

Brilliant work from "Teddy Bear". Written, arranged and produced by Luther Vandross & Marcus Miller. This track was also the theme song for the 1984 movie "Choose me" starring Lesley Ann Warren with Keith Carradine. Taken from his lovely 1984 LP "Love language" released on Elektra Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:48
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FREDDY COLE - "Secret world" (1983)

Warm & mellow Jazzy Soul from Nat King Cole’s brother Freddy. Although it was recorded for a small independent label, the overall sound is very professional. Taken from his rare 1983 LP “Like a quiet storm” released on Dinky Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:00

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DONNA McGHEE - "Make it last forever" (1978)

Amazing slow-burning SEXY mid-tempo arranged by Patrick Adams. The strings arrangement sounds a lot like Barry White providing an engaging soulful setting for Donna’s sultry vocals. It’s the title track from her 1978 LP released on independent label Red Greg Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 8:20

http://www28.zippyshare.com/v/12723737/file.html 

ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK - "I love making love to you" (1976)

Believe it or not, this is a classy Soul stepper co-written and produced by Bobbi Eli (MFSB’s guitarist) !!!! Timeless melody with a Philly-Sound instrumentation taken from his 1976 LP “After the lovin'” released on Epic Records.

Many thanks to my friend/collector Souldennis for introducing this majestic track to me.

“Maxim” magazine has Humperdinck listed as being number 5 on its top ten "Living Sex Legends" list, as he is reputed to have slept with over 3000 women!!!!

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YOKO HATANAKA - "More sexy" (Moa sekushi) - 1981

The “Mystery track” is finally here. One of the sexiest Rare Grooves ever recorded in Japan!!! Taken from her ultra-rare 1981 LP “Hakujitsumu” released on Victor Records only in Japan.

Note that this porn-orientated mellow groove was heard for the first time in the 1980 rare Japanese movie “Ai no hakujitsumu” (Love daydream) directed by Koyu Ohara. It’s worthy to note that Yoko Hatanaka was also the leading actress in this film!!!

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:27

http://www.divshare.com/download/17346153-c66

CLIFF DAWSON - "Don't hide away from love" (1982)

Brilliant 2-Step Soul magic in a style that sounds like Whispers at their best!!! Especially the last minute of the track becomes very erotic thanks to a great vocal interplay between Cliff and Ullanda McCullough. Taken from his only 1982 self-titled LP produced by Lionel Job and released on Boardwalk Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:56
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KAREN CARPENTER - "My body keeps changing my mind" (1979)

Magical Blue-eyed Soul-Boogie from the late Karen Carpenter. This track is a part of her only solo self-titled album she recorded in 1979 but remained unreleased until 1996. Buy this CD album while you can - it also includes 2 Fantastic original gems written by the great Rod Temperton!!!

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 3:41

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CRYSTAL WINDS - "Love ain't easy" (1982)

This is what RARE GROOVE is all about. Amazing door bell intro, inspired mellow changes, snappy rhythm, soulful vocals, funky instrumentation, you name it - simply awesome!!! CRYSTAL WINDS are Paul Coleman and Cortez Brown from Chicago. The track is taken from their only 1982 LP "First flight" released on Cash Ear Records.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:00

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HIROSHI SATOH feat. Lynn Davis - "Lady of the Nile" (1987)

Japanese musician Hiroshi Satoh teams up with US session songstress Lynn Davis for this irresistible stepper written by Maxi Anderson!!! Taken from his rare 1987 LP "Future file" released on Alfa Records only in Japan.

Download file below (320 kbps) - Total time 4:57
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