Pat Lundy
Pat Lundy was an American soul singer from New York, active primarily in the 1960s and 1970s. She began her career after leaving the group Symbols in 1962 and passed away in 1994 from brain cancer.
Pat Lundy debuted in July 1962 with the Toto single "Play It Again" b/w "I’ll Keep Pressing On." She followed with 1963 singles on Leopard, including "You Hit Me Where It Hurts" b/w "Walkin’ By the River" and "It’s Rainin’ Outside" b/w "Hal’s Belles." In 1967, she signed with Columbia, releasing singles like "Wildfire" b/w "City of Stone" and "Nothing But Tears" b/w "Any Day Now," leading to her 1968 debut album Soul Ain’t Nothin’ but the Blues.
After Columbia, Lundy recorded four singles on De Luxe from 1969–70, such as "Only Mama That’ll Walk the Line" b/w "Prove It." She returned with the 1973 RCA album Only Love Spoken Here, a 1975 Vigor single "Party Music" (as Pat Lundi), and two Pyramid albums: The Lady Has Arrived (1976) and Loving You: The Funkiest Feeling (1977).
Born around 1941 or 1942 (sources cite July 9, 1941), she was linked to producer Buddy Scott and worked as an actress. Lundy resided in New York City until her death on November 30, 1994, shortly before turning 52 or 53.
Soul Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues
Written-By – Buddy Scott, Jimmy Radcliffe
3:25
A2 What Now My Love
Written-By – C. Sigman, G. Becaud, P. Delanoe
2:55
A3 Yesterday
Songwriter – Lennon-McCartney
2:53
A4 Don't Get Around Much Anymore And More Than You Know
Written-By – B. Rose, B. Russell, D. Ellington, E. Eliscu, V. Youmans
3:42
A5 Through A Long And Sleepless Night
Written-By – A. Newman, M. Gordon
4:26
B1 City Of Stone
Written-By – B. Scott, J. Radcliffe
2:46
B2 Since I Fell For You
Written-By – B. Johnson
3:10
B3 Soul Ain't Nothin' But The Blues
Written-By – B. Scott, J. Radcliffe
2:23
B4 God Bless The Child
Written-By – A. Herzog, Jr., B. Holiday
3:26
B5 The Thrill Is Gone
Written-By – L. Brown, R. Henderson
2:09
B6 Another Rainy Day
Written-By – B. Scott, J. Radcliffe
2:41
Label: Columbia – CS 9588
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1968
Genre: R&B Soul, Jazz
Style: Soul-Jazz, Blues
Pat Lundy's debut album, Soul Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues, was released in 1968 under Columbia Records. It is widely regarded as a significant piece of late-60s soul and R&B, showcasing Lundy's transition from small-label singles to a major production.
Lundy is noted for her powerful, emotive voice that bridges the gap between gospel-influenced soul and traditional blues structures.
It is frequently cited by vinyl enthusiasts and soul DJs as a "fresh find" with "bite and bounce," often praised for its lack of "filler" tracks.
The album features a mix of original soul-blues compositions and covers of classic standards:-
"Soul Ain’t Nothin’ But The Blues": The title track, also released as a successful single, is the centerpiece of the record.
"The Thrill Is Gone": A soul-infused rendition of the blues classic.
"City of Stone": A standout track often highlighted for its sophisticated arrangement.
"Another Rainy Day": Originally the B-side to the title single, it remains a favorite for its moody atmosphere.
In summary, the album is a quintessential blend of Funk and Soul with strong R&B influences. It features a "mixture of uptown" soul arrangements typical of late 1960s Columbia productions. It maintains a strong reputation among soul collectors, holding an average rating of 4.17 to 4.29 out of 5 on Discogs.
The Lady Has Arrived!
A2 Baby Don't Let Me Down (Buddy Scott, Phil Medley 4:26)
A3 Day By Day/ My Sweet Lord (George Harrison, Stephen Schwartz 4:54)
A4 Happy Walk (Buddy Scott, Phil Medley 3:27)
B1 Strong Lovin' Man (Buddy Scott, Phil Medley 4:10)
B2 Who Are You Now (Bruce Hart, Stephen Lawrence 3:30)
B3 Let's Get Down To Business (James Coleman Dugan 4:36)
B4 Ain't No Pity In The Naked City Buddy Scott, Phil Medley 5:05)
Label: Pyramid – PY-9001
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: US
Released: 1976
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul, Disco, Jazz
The Lady Has Arrived! is a 1976 album by American soul singer Pat Lundy, released on the Pyramid Records label. The album features a strong collection of soul and funk tunes, characteristic of the 1970s "post-Aretha" style, with some tracks having a funky tinge or disco elements.
The album is noted for Lundy's strong vocal performance over a solid batch of tunes. It is described as straightforward soul with a funky edge on several tracks. Pat Lundy was a vastly underrecognized singer who worked in soul, jazz, and disco throughout her career, and this album showcases her versatility in the soul and funk fields.