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Great music in many modes -- northern soul, deep soul, harmony soul, modern soul, and group soul -- plus disco, funk, club, electro, rare groove, and more!
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Collectables, 2008. Used ... $4.99
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(Sealed!)
Arthur Alexander —
Arthur Alexander – The Greatest ... CD Ace (UK), Early 1960s. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A seminal collection of work by one of the earliest figures in southern soul of the 60s – the amazing Arthur Alexander, a key link between 50s R&B and many years of great music to come! The CD features most of Alexander's early 60s recordings for Dot Records, including previously ... read more CD
(Remastered edition in new cover.)
Warner, Late 60s/Early 70s. Used ... $9.99
Titles include "Rainbow Road", "You Got Me Knockin", "Go Home Girl", "Down The Backroads", "Burning Love", "Call Me Honey", and more – 15 tracks total. CD
Arthur Alexander —
Ultimate Arthur Alexander ... CD Razor & Tie, Early 60s. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Includes most of the early southern soul material that Alexander recorded for Dot at Fame Studios – plus a rare 70s track for Buddah! CD
(Out of print.)
King, Late 50s. Used ... $3.99
A classic album from one of our favorite jazz singers ever – a set that really set a whole new standard for a generation! Even at this early stage, Lorez Alexandria was an amazingly accomplished vocalist – as you'll hear on this excellent selection of tunes from the Lester Young ... (Vocalists, Soul) read more CD
Tru Sound, Early 60s. Used ... $3.99
Tasty R&B material, recorded on Prestige's short-lived Tru-Sound subsidiary. Ernestine had some earlier fame under the name Anisteen Allen, and this record's got a similar sound to her late 40s work – with lots of smoky vocals, touched by a warm jazz sensibility that gives the material a ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Ruf Records, Late 70s/1980s/Early 90s. Used ... $7.99
Chrysalis/China, 1986. Used ... $11.99
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(Out of print.)
Hopsack & Silk, 1996. Used ... $2.99
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(Out of print, digipak has marks and light edgewear.)
Roy Ayers —
Daddy Bug ... CD Atlantic (Japan), 1969. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A brilliant set of straight jazz material from Roy Ayers – a set recorded for Atlantic at a time when he was working for the label in Herbie Mann's group – but done in a much more righteous groove that really points the way towards Roy's growth in the 70s! The lineup changes a bit ... (Jazz, Soul) read more CD
BBE (UK), Late 70s. Used ... $7.99
It's like a dream come true – 13 previously unissued recordings by Roy Ayers, all from the height of his glory years on Polydor! Roy's work from this time is some of our favorite ever – a burning blend of jazz, soul, and funk – handled with impeccable charm, and a level of soul ... read more CD
Also available (Original jewel case pressing.)
Virgin Ubiquity – Unreleased Recordings 1976 to 1981 ... LP 34.99
Virgin Ubiquity – Unreleased Recordings 1976 to 1981 ... CD 9.99
Elektra, 1990. Used ... $2.99
The pinnacle of classy crossover soul at the end of the 80s – and a landmark album that's probably still helping Anita pay her bills! The feel is mellow and laidback without being too cheesy or too adult contemporary – drawing from mellow soul traditions of the 70s, and filtering it ... read more CD
Anita Baker —
Giving You The Best That I Got ... CD Elektra, 1988. Used ... $2.99
A mega-hit, but for good reason – as the record brought sophistication back to chart soul at the end of the 80s – proof that well-done, deeply-voiced records could still beat the schmaltz of the geri-curl generation! Anita's working here in territory that draws from the classics, but ... read more CD
Anita Baker —
Rapture ... CD Elektra, 1986. Used ... $2.99
A classic album of classy vocals – one that helped set a whole new tone in 80s soul music! Anita had already gained a bit of experience on the soul scene before this set, but with this record she emerged as a full-formed diva who could effortlessly blend jazz and soul into a magnificent new ... read more CD
Beverly Glen/Elektra, 1983. Used ... $5.99
From the female singer in the obscure group Chapter 8, Anita went onto become one of the biggest selling soul music acts during the 80s – and this album's her first effort as a solo act. The record's a smooth sophisticated batch of soul tunes, with lots of nice jazzy touches, and a classy ... read more CD
(Punch through barcode.)
Atlantic/Collectables, 1958/1959. Used ... $8.99
Atlantic's great early soul singer delivers 2 sides of fairly traditional material – both in her own gutsy R&B style. Precious Memories features LaVern singing 12 gospel tunes like "Didn't It Rain", "Too Close", "Without A God", "Touch Me, Lord ... read more CD
Basix, 1994. Used ... $18.99 22.99
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(Out of print original pressing.)
Flair/Virgin, Late 50s. Used ... $1.99 2.99
Jessie Belvin's often talked about in reverent tones as a bridge between a number of different styles of 50's R&B and vocal soul, but it's not until you hear a great compilation like this one that you realize how fantastic his stuff really is. This excellent Ace set compiles tracks from his ... read more CD
(Out of print, small cutout notch through spine.)
George Benson —
Twice The Love ... CD Warner, 1988. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Chess, 1957. Used ... $2.99
Raucous, rumbling and hard-charging Chess rhythms, rock and roll by Chuck Berry – his legendary After School Session – and possibly his greatest album ever! It features not only some of Chuck Berry's most famous material, but some of the best early rock songs, period –particularly ... read more CD
Chuck Berry —
His Best Vol 1 ... CD Chess, 1950s/1960s. Used ... $4.99
20 tracks including "Roll Over Beethoven", "Maybellene", "Thirty Days", "Havana Moon", "Reelin' and Rockin", "Beautiful Delilah", "School Day", and "Johnny B. Goode". CD
BGO (UK), 1958/1960. Used ... $4.99
Two classic Chess albums from Chuck Berry – issued here on a single CD! First up is One Dozen Berrys – the fresh fruits of the labors of a young Chuck Berry – heard here at his raw, early best! The sound here is stunning – a version of Chuck that gets way past any oldies ... read more CD
Also available One Dozen Berrys/
Charly (UK), 1950s/1960s. Used ... $2.99
16 tracks. CD
(Out of print.)
Richard Berry —
Baby Please Come Home ... CD Nile, 1950s/1960s. Used ... Just Sold Out!
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(Out of print.)
Inner City, 1977. Used ... $8.99
Otis Blackwell takes back his songs – providing his own new versions of tunes that were recorded famously by a host of rock, pop, and R&B artists back in the 50s! The 70s session is definitely done as part of the generation that was "giving back" to the roots of rock and roll ... (Blues, Soul) read more CD
MCA, 1950s. Used 2 CDs ... $11.99
MCA, 1950s/1960s/1970s/Early 80s. Used 2 CDs ... $8.99
Rounder, Late 70s/Early 80s. Used ... $7.99
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(Barcode has a cutout hole, spine has a thin cutout mark.)
Anti, 2011. Used ... $1.99
The second comeback effort from Booker T Jones for Anti-! All around, it's a more sharply-honed and classics-steeped set than its solid, but more southern rock-inflected predecessor – one the finds the Stax organ titan backed by co-producers ?uestlove & Rob Schnapf, Dennis Coffey and ... read more CD
Atlantic, 1965. Used ... $9.99
A great little record from Booker T and group – often overlooked amidst the range between Green Onions and Melting Pot, but a very strong album of soulful Memphis instrumentals all the way through! Book's organ is bubbling hot, and the band's tight rhythm style works in a perfect laid-back ... read more CD
Also available Soul Dressing (mono – clear vinyl pressing) ... LP 27.99(Out of print.)
Bootsy's New Rubber Band —
Blasters Of The Universe ... CD Ryko, 1994. Used 2 CDs ... Just Sold Out!
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Charles Bradley —
Victim Of Love ... CD Dunham/Daptone, 2013. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Damn amazing work from Charles Bradley – an instant soul classic for all generations, as you'll hear from the very first note! Not only are Bradley's vocals incredible – the kind of once-in-a-long-time approach he brought to his debut – but the backings and production are ... (Deep Funk, Soul) read more CD
Dee Dee Bridgewater —
Afro Blue ... CD Trio/AMJ (Japan), 1974. Used ... Just Sold Out!
One of the greatest jazz vocal albums of all time – and one of the first true moments of genius from a young Dee Dee Bridgewater! The album's a Japanese only release (proof that they're always hipper to our jazz artists than we are!) – and it features Dee Dee singing material that's ... (Vocalists, Soul) read more CD
Also available Afro Blue ... LP 25.99(1999 Japanese pressing – includes obi.)
Alligator, 1989. Used ... $0.99
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Also available One More For The Road ... LP 5.99(Out of print.)
James Brown —
In The Jungle Groove ... CD Polydor, Early 70s/1986. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Massive – and one of the best James Brown compilations ever, filled with rare and unreleased material! This completely essential set features tracks pulled from James' best years ever – the mighty early 70s, when he was working with the JBs, and laying down tracks that would forever ... read more CD
(Original CD pressing.)
James Brown —
Live At The Apollo (1962) (remastered & expanded) ... CD Polydor, 1962. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A landmark album that forever changed the face of live recordings – and soul music too! As has been told and retold often, King records not only had the genius idea of bringing recording equipment into the Apollo Theater to catch James in a smoking live setting – the sort of show that ... read more CD
(2004 pressing.)
James Brown —
Live At The Apollo Vol 2 (Deluxe Edition) ... CD Polydor, 1962. Used 2 CD ... $12.99
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(BMG pressing.)
James Brown —
Roots Of A Revolution ... CD Polydor, 1960s. Used 2 CDs ... Just Sold Out!
A great collection of 60s work by James – one that goes way past the hits, to show the birth of the funky style that would forever be James' calling card in the 70s! The package starts in the earlier King R&B years – with tracks that are hard and soulful, yet which also have a ... read more CD
(Out of print, slipcover has some edgewear.)
King/Verve, 1970. Used ... $6.99
A different James Brown album – but a nice one! James doesn't sing soul, so much as jazz – in front of large backings by Louis Bellson, with arrangements by Oliver Nelson that are in his best 60s soul mode – and which give the album a very very groovy feel overall! The record's ... read more CD
Also available Soul On Top ... LP 24.99(2004 pressing.)
TK/Ultra Vybe (Japan), 1980. Used ... $9.99
A rare TK Records effort from James Brown – very much in the best uptempo funk mode of the later Polydor years! The groove here is quite similar to those better-known efforts – grooves that are a bit quicker than a few years before, but still played in a core JB funky style – ... read more CD
Also available Soul Syndrome ... CD 12.99(Includes obi.)
Polydor, Late 50s/1960s/1970s/Early 80s. Used 4 CDs ... Just Sold Out!
72 tracks – and a fantastic overview of the music of James Brown – from the gritty R&B years to his classic moments of 60s soul, to his mindblowing 70s funk and beyond! CD
(Outer box has light wear.)
TK (Japan), Early 1960s/Late 1970s. Used ... $12.99
An unusual slice of work from the James Brown Family – material from three different periods – early 60s cuts for Dade Records, early 70s material for Brownstone, and late 70s tracks for TK Records! The collection features some especially rare Dade material – tracks from artists ... read more CD
Also available Never Get Enough – Compiled By Kiyoshi Sato ... CD 18.99
Fontana/Verve, 1964. Used ... $5.99
One of Oscar Brown's great ones, recorded live at the Cellar Door in Washington before an enthusiastic crowd of hipsters! The record's a beautiful mix of soul, jazz, and folk – in the same Chicago tradition that spawned Terry Callier (although Brown's style has a bit more of a "show" ... (Vocalists, Soul) read more CD
(1998 digipak pressing.)
King, Late 1940s/Early 1950s. Used ... $3.99
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(Out of print.)
Anti, 2002. Used ... $1.99
Features the Blind Boys of Alabama on "None Of Us Are Free". CD
(Out of print, punch through barcode.)
Solomon Burke —
Make Do With What You Got ... CD Shout Factory, 2005. Used ... Just Sold Out!
A nice set from the recent comeback years of Solomon Burke – a record that has him taking on tunes from Dylan, The Rolling Stones, and Van Morrison – plus other bits from more soul-based sources! The material's recorded with a heavy emphasis on roots, but produced with a partly ... read more CD
Solomon Burke —
Nashville ... CD Shout Factory/One, 2006. Used ... Just Sold Out!
Features duets with Dolly Parton, Gillian Welch, Patty Griffin, Emmylou Harris, and Patty Loveless. CD
Rhino, Late 50s/1960s. Used ... $6.99
Nice compilation of tracks that features some fine (and famous) moments from one of our favorite Chicago soul singers, recorded for the Vee Jay and Mercury labels. Most of these songs are pretty hard to get a hold of on vinyl any more, and though the package is a bit low budget, this is still a ... read more CD
Jerry Butler —
Singles ... CD Vee Jay/Charly (UK), Late 50s/1960s. Used 2 CDs ... $9.99
A totally killer collection of work from the early solo years of Chicago soul genius Jerry Butler – a package that features his singles for the Vee Jay label, but at a level that's way more than hits – as the whole thing features lots of unusual tunes, and even rare b-sides too! Jerry ... read more CD
BGP (UK), Late 60s/1970s/Early 80s. Used ... $7.99
A label-spanning look at the music of Terry Callier – one that starts with his folksy roots, runs through his sublime soul at Chess, and ends with some of his overlooked modern soul numbers from the early 80s! There's been a few other Callier collections on the market, but this one's got the ... read more CD
Also available About Time – The Terry Callier Story 1965 to 1982 ... CD 11.99
Terry Callier —
Alive ... CD Mr Bongo (UK), 2001. Used ... $7.99
Brilliant work by Terry Callier – and his greatest album in years! If you, like us, have loved Terry's older work, but been a bit disappointed by the heavy production of recent albums, then you'll probably love this excellent live set – recorded recently at London's Jazz Cafe, with ... read more CD
Mr Bongo (UK), 2009. Used ... $18.99
Jazzy folk soul survivor Terry Callier returns to Mr Bongo with Hidden Conversations – with Terry's soul searching lyricism, warm vocals, and mood setting acoustic guitar paired with laidback production by trip hop pioneer Robert Del Naha of Massive Attack! The styles work pretty well ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Terry Callier —
Lookin Out ... CD Mr Bongo (UK), 2004. Used ... $6.99
A lovely album from the legendary Terry Callier – another spacious set of gorgeously composed soul for Mr. Bongo! Lookin' Out was largely recorded in the Chicago area, with players that sit in with Terry in his residences at the Green Mill, and the easy, jazzy feel reflects it. What really ... read more CD
Also available Lookin Out ... CD 9.99(Includes slipcase.)
Terry Callier —
Total Recall ... CD Mr Bongo (UK), 2003. Used ... $5.99
The genius of Terry Callier – remixed! One of the greatest things to happen to Chicago soul legend Callier in recent years was his discovery by a host of cutting edge producers and DJs on the European scene – important talents who took his work to a whole new audience, by fusing Terry's ... read more CD
AVI/Past Due, 1978. Used ... $24.99
A legendary funk set from late 70s Chicago – served up by our own Captain Sky, aka Daryl Cameron – an imposing figure who often worked in the same space-themed territory as the P-Funk empire in the mid 70s! The difference here, though, is that Cameron wrote, produced, and put the whole ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Era, Late 50s. Used ... $4.99
MCA, Mid 60s. Used ... $4.99
An odd collection of tracks, but they're all great, and the set's an excellent batch of some of Chandler's harder-to-find material from the mid and late 60s! The tracks are pulled from his years at Chess, Brunswick, and Mercury (one of the advantages of the recent Universal/Polygram merger!) ... read more CD
(Sealed copy.)
Tomato, Late 40s/1950s. Used 2 CDs ... $1.99 3.99
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(Out of print.)
Warner, 1993. Used ... $1.99
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(Out of print, punch through barcode and booklet.)
Neneh Cherry —
Blank Project ... CD Smalltown Supersound (Sweden), 2014. Used ... $7.99
Some of the most striking work we've heard from Neneh Cherry in years – and a great follow-up to her previous project with The Thing! This set has Neneh working with producer Kieran Hebden – who returns Cherry to the offbeat, arty sound of her early years on the British scene – ... read more CD
Atlantic, 1992. Used ... $1.99
Much later than classic vintage for Chic, but still pretty darn great – and a record that was relatively overlooked at the time! The style here steps off strongly from the Chic sound of the early 80s – and the team of Edwards and Rodgers still definitely have their funky sense of ... read more CD
(Out of print, small cutout hole through case spine.)
Epic/Legacy, Late 70s/1980s/Early 90s. Used ... $3.99
Post Funkadelic and Parliament work from George Clinton – an assortment of tracks from a variety of Columbia and Sony-related albums by artists who include Sweat Band, Mutiny, Junie, Bootsy Collins, Mico Wave, Philippe Wynne, and the P-Funk All-Stars! Most of the material here has an early ... read more CD
(Out of print, BMG direct pressing.)
Coasters —
Coasters – 50 Coastin Classics ... CD Atlantic/Rhino, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used 2 CDs ... $6.99
Sure, they were hitmakers – but we love these guys, and find them to be one of the most radical vocal groups of all time! Under the impeccable guidance of Lieber & Stoller, the group recorded some of the fiercest vocal numbers of the 50s – mixing incredibly soulful vocals with an ... read more CD
(Slipcase has some light wear.)
Coasters, Used ... Just Sold Out!
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(Out of print. Booklet artwork appears to be signed and inscribed to the previous owner.)
Manhattan/WEA (Japan), 1987. Used ... $8.99
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(Out of print 1991 Japanese pressing.)
Columbia, 1988. Used ... Just Sold Out!
What's Bootsy Doin'? He's delivering quality late 80s style party funk, that's what! Bootsy in a real 80s funk groove, and this is among is best solo records – lots of post electro and early rap influences in his production, but there's still some old school-ed craft – with Fred, ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Mar, Mid 60s. Used ... $4.99
Although The Contours will be forever known for their perpetual oldie "Do You Love Me (Now That I Can Dance)", they're also an excellent soul group with a hard raw sound, and a lot more to offer than you'd expect! This 25 track compilation of the group's sublime Motown work really ... read more CD
(CDr release.)
Sam Cooke —
Night Beat (remastered edition) ... CD RCA, 1963. Used ... $2.99
Wonderful mellow work from Sam Cooke – and a set that's recorded with a sound that's very much in keeping with the "night beat" that you might expect from the title! In fact, there's not so much a "beat" as a simple easy groove – a gentle sort of "night" ... read more CD
Sam Cooke —
Portrait Of A Legend 1951 to 1964 (SACD pressing) ... CD Abkco, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used ... $9.99
A massive collection of work by the great Sam Cooke – featuring 30 tunes in all, and spanning the range of his full career – from his early roots in gospel music, to the incredibly powerful soul tunes he cut shortly before his untimely death. The set's got most everything you'd ever ... read more CD
(Hybrid SACD pressing!)
Razor & Tie, Late 50s/1960s/Early 70s. Used ... $14.99
23 tracks in all – and a great survey of Don Covay's early music! CD
(Out of print.)
Buddah/Philly Groove, 1970. Used ... $4.99
The third album in an amazing early run from The Delfonics – the kind of work that set a whole new standard for group soul in the 70s! A number of the tracks here had already risen to fame before the album's release as singles – and these are mixed with some additional tracks that are ... read more CD
Dell Vikings —
For Collectors Only ... CD Collectables, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used 2 CDs ... $7.99
Titles include "Girl, Girl", "You Send Me", "Over The Rainbow", "I'm Spinning", "Don't Be A Fool", "Cold Feet", "Watching The Moon", "Cry Baby", and more – 36 tracks total. CD
Dells —
Anthology – Dells Collection 1955 to 1992 ... CD Hip-O, Mid 50s/1960s/1970s/1980s/Early 90s. Used 2 CDs ... $8.99
A whopping collection of the Dells' classic work – featuring tunes pulled from their years at Vee Jay, Chess, Chi-Sound, and Mercury! The package starts way back in the 50s, and traces the group through their groundbreaking 60s soul sides, their sublime baroque 70s numbers, and their later ... read more CD
Also available Anthology – Dells Collection 1955 to 1992 ... CD 13.99
Dells —
There Is ... CD Chess/MCA, 1968. Used ... $6.99
One of the coolest collaborations between the mighty Dells and the great arranger Charles Stepney – a studio talent who really brings some magic to their fantastic harmonies! Stepney adds in all these amazing touches to the record – including John Cage-styled prepared piano on two ... read more CD
(Out of print.)
Polydor, 1990. Used ... $1.99
Production by Nile Rodgers, Shep Pettibone, & Dancin' Danny D. CD
Atlantic, 1989. Used ... $4.99
Way more pop than jazz from Deodato – a record that has the keyboardist working with a trio of younger vocalists who alternate lyrics on each track in the set! The approach here takes off from Deodato's strong soul production and arranging work of earlier years, but has a bit more of a ... (Jazz, Soul) read more CD
(Out of print.)
Devotions, 2008. Used ... $3.99
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(Out of print, slight crease on traycard artwork.)
Chess, Late 50s/Early 60s. Used 2CD ... $9.99
Chess, 1950s/Early 60s. Used 2 CDs ... $5.99
Charly, 1950s. Used ... $8.99
Dr John —
Locked Down ... CD Nonesuch, 2012. Used Gatefold ... $5.99
The best record in years – maybe decades – from the legendary Dr John – and a set that stands up strongly next to the messed-up Crescent City vibe of his 70s classics! Big thanks are due to Black Keys' guitarist Dan Auerbach – who produced and supervised the whole recording ... read more CD
(Comes in a slim gatefold sleeve.)
Blue Note, 2006. Used ... $4.99
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(Promotional sticker over barcode and stamp on CD.)
Dr John —
Mos Scocious – The Dr John Anthology ... CD Rhino, Late 50s/1960s/1970s/1980s. Used 2CD ... $12.99
A really great set – loads of his classic work for Atlantic Records – plus unusual other bits too, including early work recorded as Ronnie & The Delinquents, Morgus & The 3 Ghouls, and as Mac Rebennack! CD
(Includes original slipcase and book. Slipcase has some aging.)
MCA, Late 70s. Used ... $6.99 8.99
Excellent middle period work by the Dramatics – recorded after their years at Stax, with a slightly smoother groove, and featuring some great tunes that really sparkle! By this point, the group were hitting a Detroit modern mode – with less of the rough edges of the Stax work, which ... read more CD
Elektra (Japan), 1989. Used ... $18.99
Quite a soul-based set from the great George Duke – a set that not only features his strong keyboards, but also a fair bit of vocals from singers Phil Perry, Jeffery Osborne, and James Ingram – all of whom are a great fit for Duke's evolving sound! Duke had worked heavily with singers ... (Jazz, Soul) read more CD
(Out of print, includes obi.)
Ian Dury & The Blockheads —
Do It Yourself ... CD Stiff/Demon (UK), 1979. Used ... Just Sold Out!
One of the great ones from Ian Dury – a record that goes way beyond simple quirky rock, and explodes with some wonderful jazzy touches! The sound here is totally great – very much in the sway of Chaz Jankel's musical direction, and filled with great bits on sax, keyboards, and guitar ... (Rock, Soul) read more CD
(1990 UK pressing.)
Earth Wind & Fire —
Essential Earth Wind & Fire ... CD Sony, 1970s/Early 80s. Used 2 CDs ... $4.99
Includes 35 tracks on 2 CDs! CD
(BMG direct pressing.)
Earth Wind & Fire —
Millennium ... CD Warner, 1993. Used ... $4.99
Earth Wind & Fire cut this one a few years before the actual turn of the century – but that's a-ok with us, because Maurice White & company were always years ahead of their time! The record steps nicely off the modes used by EWF during the 80s – the tighter, more focused ... read more CD
(BMG pressing.)
Late 50s/1960s. Used ... $4.99 6.99
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(CDr release.)
Legacy, Late 70s. Used ... $3.99 5.99
13 love songs from this fantastic group – titles that include "Blessed", "Flowers", "Key To My Heart", "Don't Ask My Neighbors", "God Will Take Care Of You", "Special Part", "The Movie", and "Ain't No Doubt About ... read more CD
