James Brown, The Federal Years * Part Two (1984) r.1956-60



James Brown, The Federal Years * Part Two (1984) r.1956-60

Monday's lunch record is the collection of early James Brown recordings on Federal records. This compilation is on Solid Smoke records using the original masters. Exciting rhythm and blues with the Famous Flames backing James on vocals. 15 tracks of rockin' steamy soul including "I Feel That Old Feeling Coming On", "Think" and others. The YouTube sample song is "I'll Go Crazy" (1960) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Twa3WQk2fgk . . . bucko

Dinah Washington, What A Difference A Day Makes (1959)



Dinah Washington, What A Difference A Day Makes (1959)

Friday's lunch record is this vocal treat from Dinah Washington. Dinah is the peak of emotions. She performs some vintage and current standards. Mostly known for her jazz singing and has been known as the queen of the blues. Songs include "Remember You", "I Won't Cry Any More". "Cry Me A River', "It's Magic", "Time After Time" and others. The YouTube sample song is "A Sunday Kind Of Love" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yghwo9GWZyE . . . . bucko

 

Mary Wells, Greatest Hits (1964)



Mary Wells, Greatest Hits (1964)

Thursday's lunch record is the soul sounds of Mary Wells. Mary's voice has warmth, beauty and poise. In the early 1960's she rose to the top and became a huge hit maker for Motown Records. Her huge songs :My Guy", "Bye Bye Baby" and "Two Lovers" along with others propelled her to the top of the soul - rock&roll charts. The YouTube sample song is "Two Lovers" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oa4MqpN-A2k . . . bucko

The Butterfield Blues Band, Live (1970)



The Butterfield Blues Band, Live (1970)

Wednesday's lunch record is sides 2&3 of  "The Butterfield Blues Band, Live (1970) double album. Powerful blues rock with a jazz flavor.. This eight piece band was a top draw on the concert and rock festival circuit in the late 60's and early 70's. Paul on vocals, harmonica and piano behind his hard driving blues band. The YouTube sample song is "Born Under A Bad Sign" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6iUjR5Bek3g . . . bucko

James Brown And The Famous Flames, The Federal Years Part One (1984) r. 1956-60

James Brown And The Famous Flames, The Federal Years Part One (1984) r. 1956-60

Tuesday's lunch record is a collection of James Brown's early recordings for the Federal label. This music was gospel rhythm & blues soul shoutin' early rock. Songs include "No, No, No, No", "Try Me", "That Dood It", "Lets Make It", "Begging Begging" and ten others. The YouTube sample song is "Good Good Lovin'" (1959) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBOLNdX5qgs . . . bucko