This morning, while checking Instagram, I saw a video posted by Dust To Digital of Barbara Lynn performing What I’d Say in 1966. I am not familiar with Barbara so that sent me down a rabbit hole to hear more. This song in particular sent me looking for the LP and 45 version to buy … Continue reading Take Your Love and Run
I’m not a music supervisor, but if I was, I would try to find a place in a movie for this song. Released in 1958 on J&S Records, this is the B-Side for Johnnie & Joe, an R&B duo who had a few hits to their name before this release. I found a copy of … Continue reading You’re In Love With Someone Else
I stopped by my local record store over the weekend and while shuffling through the F bin and Aretha Franklin records, I saw an album cover that was new to me. I assumed it was an Aretha album but noticed it said Carolyn Franklin instead. Huh? I flipped it over and there was Aretha’s father … Continue reading Carolyn Franklin
I found two copies (!!!) of the below 45 at the thrift store yesterday. I had never heard of Dorothy Norwood, but I noticed the interesting label, GRC, one that I was unfamiliar with. I thought there might be a chance it was a rare soul gem so I looked it up and noticed Dorothy … Continue reading Let Your Feet Down Easy
I couldn’t sleep on Monday evening and was scrolling through Facebook market and saw someone selling seven records for $30. What caught my eye was a copy of George Michael’s Faith LP that looked super clean. I have a strange sentimental attachment to Faith and figured why not, the seller lives a few miles from … Continue reading Cracked Rear View
Due to some nasty weather in our area on Saturday, I didn’t get a chance to hit up my usual thrift stores. Thankfully it was beautiful on Sunday so I ventured out to see if I could find anything. My usual two thrift stores offered some small finds, nothing too exciting, but on my drive … Continue reading Antique Store Album Scores
How could I pass up an album with a cover jam packed of smiling gentlemen like this? Released in 1974, It’s Time by The Mighty Clouds of Joy actually “crossed over” into the mainstream market and it’s all thanks to this great track featuring the same name as the group! What I love most about … Continue reading Mighty Clouds of Joy
I’m still on my gospel soul kick and I found this copy of The Soul Stirrers, Strength, Power and Love, released on Jewel Records in 1973. Here’s the good news, you can stream this album in its entirety on streaming services! Apple Music YouTube Spotify As I mentioned in my last post about the Soul … Continue reading Strength, Power and Love
I did a lot of record shopping over the holidays and whenever we travel, I always try to hit up thrift stores to see if they have a better selection than I find when shopping at home. This trip I found a lot of great records in thrift stores but this was by far my … Continue reading More Songs About Buildings and Food
Yesterday I organized the 1,000 45s I bought alphabetically. It took a couple of hours but once I got it started, it went pretty fast. Most the 45s are going to need at least two cleanings as they have some surface noise. The cleaning is what is probably going to take the most time. So … Continue reading Funky Nassau
Aaron Hartley 