J. J. Jackson, The Greatest Little Soul Band In The Land (1967)

J. J. Jackson, The Greatest Little Soul Band In The Land (1967)

Thursday's lunch record is by J.J Jackson. This young soul singer (25) at the time of this smash hit recording. He was a giant in the rhythm and blues arena hailing from New York City. Backed by the Greatest Little Soul band I The land his vocals spelled a funky jazz soul sound. His hit "But It's Alright" is joined on this album by several songs he penned. Nice covers of Jimmy Reeds ""You've Got Me Dizzy"  and Sam Cooke's " A Change Is Gonna Come". The YouTube sample song is "I Dig Girls" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k4njk_Phjnk . . bucko

The Teen Queens, Rock 'n' Roll Hits Of The 50's (1976) r. 1963

The Teen Queens, Rock 'n' Roll Hits Of The 50's (1976) r. 1963

Wednesday's lunch record is by the Teen Queens. This album is a reissue album on the United Superior label these tracks were originally from the mid 50's. and issued by Crown / RPM / King records as an album in 1963. These two young singers put out these rockin' R&B tracks (10). songs are "Eddie My Love", "So All Alone". "Rock Everybody", "Baby Mine", Lets Kiss", "Billy Boy", "Just Goofed", "Teen Age Idol", "Zig Zag", "Riding". The YouTube sample song is "Rock Everybody" (1956) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OLP8RrXgzeY . . bucko

Various, The Jake Porter Story (1983) r. 1955-58

Various, The Jake Porter Story (1983) r. 1955-58

Tuesday's lunch record is the compilation from Jake Porters Combo record label. A smorgasbord of outstanding west coast R&B. This reissue album is the Ace label from London.The 16 tracks from the mid 1950's feature Rozelle Gaye, Jack McVea, Al Smith, Robbin Ray, Mammie Ree, Gene ^ Eunice, Ernie Gields, The Buzzards (Robins), Brother Woodman, Cledus Harrison. The YouTube sample song is "Haste Makes Waste" (Rozelle Gayle) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sw8-IRs0i5A . . bucko 

Houston Person, The Real Thing (1973)

Houston Person, The Real Thing (1973)

 Monday's lunch record is by the tenor sax man Houston Person. This a double gate fold album, today's listen is sides three & four. This is a jazz soul funk fest with an all star cast of musicians. Grant Green or Robert Lowe (guitar), Sonny Phillips (organ). Idris Muhammhad (drums), Wild Bill Moore (sax), James jameison (bass), Etta James (vocal). The YouTube sample sing is "Crazy Legs" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-bZg6sDbkw . . bucko

Chuck Jackson, Arrives (1968)

Chuck Jackson, Arrives (1968)

Friday's lunch record is by Chuck Jackson. This album is his first for Motown after departing Wand records. The same baritone soul vocals with a rock pop touch to his music. 12 tracks including "Lonely, Lonely Man Am I", "Ain't No Sub Since You've Been Gone" along with others. The YouTube sample song is" I Like Everything About You" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueSX3QnAbVQ . . bucko