Jackson 5, move over – because the
folks at Numero Records have uncovered a whole host
of rare kid soul acts from the 70s – most
of them a fair bit funkier than their Mo
town contemporaries! The tracks here all clearly follow the lead started by Michael and his brothers at the end
of the 60s – but the
music is way more than just a simple copycat
of Jackson modes – as each
of these artists have a really individual approach, and a heck
of a lot
of personality in their
music – despite their youthful years. In true Numero fashion, most
of the cuts here are from tiny little labels – issued only as singles back in the day, but produced with a great deal
of enthusiasm for the
music – and a confident, competent sound that's quite striking, given the age
of the performers. The package comes with complete notes on the
music – opening up a whole world
of lesser-known kid soul acts – and titles include the amazing "Trust Your Child" by Patrizia & Jimmy, plus "I'm Not Ready For Love" by Promise, "One Is Enough For One" by Jack & the Mods, "Now That
School Is Through" by Cindy & The Playmates, "Jersey Slide (part 1)" by 3 Stars, "You Are My Dream" by 3 Simmons, "Can't Let You Break My Heart" by Quantrells, "If You're Looking For Love" by Triads, "Yellow Ribbons" by Atons, "Sweet Pea" by Altyrone Deno Brown, "Time After Time" by Step By Step, "Time" by Otis The 3rd, and "Little Girl" by Michael Washington. LP also contains a bonus track – part 2
of "Trust Your Child" by Patrizia & Jimmy!
(Vinyl plays with a short click on the fourth track on side D.)