A+B=45(Madeline Bell)

SoulSistas And SoulBruthas! There was a huge smile on my face when I stumbled across this one. I was fairly familiar with Picture Me Gone as it was in solid rotation here in the US in my younger days on 'Oldies' stations. But, I hadn't really heard it for a few years and seeing this 45 in the bin brought back memories of what a great tune it is. Madeline's voice is SUPERB! Sassy and powerful! A fantastic production loaded with strings and horns, my personal fav. And I love the background vocals as well. Just a classic tune, indeed.

The flip is another gem that has the master, Kenny Gamble in the writing credits. I'm Gonna Make You Love Me was probably most famously done by The Temptations w/Diana Ross and The Supremes. Madeline's version certainly stands on it's own. A nice solid take and performance. So, I hope you enjoy!!

Picture Me Gone - Madeline Bell

I'm Gonna Make You Love Me - Madeline Bell

Bonus Vid:


Just a couple of reminders. Please don't forget to send your answer in for the Truth & Soul Contest. The response has been great so far. All the details are in the post below. I've extended the deadline till Friday, May 9 just to give everyone a bit more time to participate. WINNERS WILL BE DRAWN ON FRIDAY!!!

And, most importantly, The Soul Chef aka Vincent from Fufu Stew will be making an appearance here next week with a special mix. So, stay tuned for that. As always, have a good one and I'll catch you next time!!

Peace and SOUL,
Dave...

'Truth & Soul' Contest! WIN SOME COOL STUFF ONLY HERE!

SoulSistas And SoulBruthas! GOT A BIG ONE FOR YOU TODAY!! The kind folks over at Audible Treats in conjunction with Truth & SOUL Records have asked me to sponsor a contest to win a very special prize package. A few weeks ago I hipped you to the release of 'Fallin' Off The Reel' Vol.2, the collection of the latest limited edition 45's from this amazing NYC label. Truth & Soul is the home of some truly eclectic artists including Lee Fields, Bronx River Parkway, and El Michels Affair. They are also known for their remixes of tunes from the likes of Amy Winehouse and Gabriella Cilmi. We're talking true Heavy SOUL here folks.

The Grand Prize

Here's what you'll get if you win:

1 Copy of Fallin' Off The Reel Vol. 2
1 Copy of the Fallin' Off The Reel Vol. 2 Double Vinyl
(13 more songs than the CD)
1 Red Truth & Soul T-shirt

A second prize of the 'Fallin Off The Reel, Vol.2' CD will be awarded as well.

So here's all you have to do! Answer the following question: What band did Timothy McNealy (a Truth & Soul artist) play with in the 60’s? Hint: It’s a type of car! (Click For Help)

Drop me a line with the answer at SoulBrutha@gmail.com

The contest will run for ten days ending on Tuesday May 6, 08 (UPDATE-Contest Extended To Friday, May 9!). I'll draw the two winners randomly and notify them on that day. Please, please feel free to participate. It's a really cool prize and I'm sure it will be worth the effort of answering just one question. That's it! No strings attached. Of course I hope that you'll show some support for this great label and pick up some of these records.


And don't forget, you can purchase all these great singles and
albums over at the Truth & Soul Store.





And my favourite on-line record shop Dusty Groove.






Here's a taste of music from T&S:

Bronx River Parkway - LaValla

Timothy McNealy - I'm So Glad You're Mine

Fallin' Off The Reel Megamix by DJ Akalepse

Peace and SOUL,
Dave...

(Cheers Nora!)

UPDATE: Got loads of entries so far. Thanks so much! This is a world wide competition and the prize will be shipped to wherever you are in the world. SOUL is an International thing!!!

Fufu Stew's 'Come On In My Kitchen Pt. 11' w/HeavySoulBrutha

SoulSistas And SoulBruthas! I was lucky enough to be invited into the kitchen over at Fufu Stew this week. Please hop over there and check out, Jazz...in the present tense, a mix I did for The Soul Chef aka Vincent. It's made up of some of my favourite contemporary JAZZ with and emphasis on FUNK and SOUL! I hope you DIG It!!

Peace and SOUL,
Dave...

www.fufustew.wordpress.com

Mister C's Last Soul Spectacular Show @ WFMU!!

SoulSistas And SoulBruthas! Be sure and drop by WFMU and check out the very last show from the great and mighty Mister C. He's been doing his Soul Spectacular a week a month at Downtown Soulville w/Mr Fine Wine for the past nine or so years. He's turned me on to some fabulous music over the years and there's no doubt you'll dig what he's throwin' down in his "one hour of SOUL POWER." There are loads of archived shows to check out!! Big thanks for all the great shows and best of luck to Mister C!!!!

Mister C's Last Ever Soul Spectacular!!

Peace and SOUL,
Dave...

"We're A Winner" For Jackie Robinson!

On April 15, 1947 Jackie Robinson made his Major League Baseball debut in the United States. He was the first African American to do so and paved the way for future generations in, not only sports, but society as well. This is a small musical tribute to a true legend.

We're A Winner - Curtis Mayfield & The Impressions

Peace and SOUL,
Dave...