Various Artists
A Fifth Of Funk
Bass – Bootsy Collins
Drums – Tyrone Lampkin
Guitar – Gary Shider
Horns – Horny Horns
Keyboards – Bernie Worrell
Producer, Written-By – George Clinton 8:12
2 Lonnie Greene– I Didn't Know That Funk Was Loaded
Bass – Donnie Sterling
Drums, Written-By – Lonnie Greene
Guitar – Tony Thomas
Producer – Donnie Sterling, Lonnie Greene, Ron Dunbar 5:25
3 Ron Ford– Thumparella (Oh Kay)
Producer, Written-By – Ron Ford
3:46
4 Jessica Cleaves– Eyes Of A Dreamer
Arranged By – Wade Marcus
Producer – Ron Dunbar
Written-By – Jessica Cleaves 3:49
5 Philippe Wynne– I Found You
Backing Vocals – Brandy
Producer – Philippe Wynne, Ron Dunbar
Written-By – Philippe Wynne 4:36
6 Brides Of Funkenstein– Ice Melting In Your Heart
Bass – Junie Morrison
Drums – Tyrone Lampkin
Guitar – Gary Shider, Junie Morrison
Keyboards – Bernie Worrell
Producer, Written-By – Ron Dunbar 5:18
7 Treylewd With Flastic Brain Flam– Clone Ranger
Bass – Stevie Pannall
Drums – Tony Davis
Guitar – Dewayne McKnight, Gary Shider
Producer – Gary Shider, George Clinton
Vocals – Brides, Parlet 5:55
8 Bernie Worrell– Who Do You Love
Bass – Skeets
Drums – Tyrone Lampkin
Guitar – Gary Shider
Keyboards – Bernie Worrell
Percussion – Larry Fratangelo
Producer – Bernie Worrell, George Clinton
Written-By – Bernie Worrell 5:02
9 Brides Of Funkenstein– Up Up And Away
Bass – Rodrick Chandler
Drums – Jerry Jones
Guitar – Eddie Willis
Keyboards – Bernie Worrell, Rudy Robinson
Producer, Written-By – Ron Dunbar 4:33
10 Junie Morrison– Can't Get Over Losing You
Producer, Instruments, Vocals, Written-By – Junie Morrison 6:42
11 Dr. Funkenstein & Brides Of Funkenstein– Rat Kissed The Cat
Bass – Billy Bass
Drums – Tiki Fulwood
Guitar – Gary Shider, Gary Cooper
Horns – Horny Horns
Keyboards – Bernie Worrell
Producer – George Clinton
Written-By – Ben Edwards 6:26
12 Funkadelic– Too Tight For Light
Producer – George Clinton, Junie Morrison
Written-By – Junie Morrison 5:00
13 George Clinton, Diane Brooks & Funkadelic– Every Little Bit Hurts
Producer – George Clinton 8:06
14 George Clinton– Final Thoughts (Interview) 5:00
Label: AEM Record Group – 25761-2
Series: George Clinton's Family Series – 5
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: US
Released: 1994
Genre: R&B Funk, Soul
Style: P.Funk, Disco
A Fifth of Funk, a 1994 release in the George Clinton Family Series, is a compilation of previously unreleased P-Funk tracks from various bands within the collective. As part of a series designed to present "raw, uncut sweetness" from the P-funk musical stable, the album offers a mixed but generally well-regarded collection of vintage P-Funk material.
The tracks feature the signature P-Funk sound, with strong bass lines (Bootsy Collins), keyboard work (Bernie Worrell), and guitar riffs (Eddie Hazel), even if some material is considered second-rate compared to the collective's peak 70s output.
The "raw" nature of some recordings, often sourced from soundboards or various recording apparatus, is noted, though this adds to its appeal as authentic, unearthed material rather than a polished studio album.
The album is recommended as a good entry point for new listeners interested in the original P-Funk sound, as well as a valuable addition for long-time fans looking for deep cuts and historical context.
The album serves as the fifth and final volume in the original George Clinton Family Series collection, providing a comprehensive look into the vast and varied output of the Parliament-Funkadelic universe.
The album has an average user rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars on Discogs. While contemporary critical reviews from 1994 are scarce, user opinions highlight its value as a treasure trove for P-Funk enthusiasts, particularly for the inclusion of rare or previously unreleased material featuring core P-Funk musicians.
Bell’s Cellar of Soul - Volume 1
Producer – Hood, Papa Don, Hawkins, Oldham
Written-By – Penn, Oldham
A2 Betty Harris– Can't Last Much Longer
Arranged By – Allen Toussaint
Producer – A. Toussaint, M. Sehorn
Written-By – Toussaint
A3 The Ovations– I Believe I'll Go Back Home
Written-By – Harris, Jackson
A4 James Carr– Woman Is A Man's Best Friend
Producer – Claunch, Russell
Written-By – Claunch, Russell
A5 Diamond Joe– How To Pick A Winner
Arranged By – Allen Toussaint
Producer – A. Toussaint, M. Sehorn
Written-By – Toussaint
A6 Gladys Knight And The Pips– Either Way I Lose
Arranged By – Fred Norman
Producer – Larry Maxwell
Written-By – McCoy
A7 Benny Spellman– Sinner Girl
Producer – A. Toussaint, M. Sehorn
Written-By – Toussaint
A8 Jimmy Radcliffe– My Ship Is Comin' In
Producer, Arranged By, Conductor – Joey Brooks
Written-By – Joey Brooks
B1 James Carr– You Hurt Me So Good
Producer – Claunch, Russell
Written-By – Bell
B2 Betty Harris– I'm Gonna Git Ya
Arranged By – Allen Toussaint
Producer – A. Toussaint, M. Sehorn
Written-By – Toussaint
B3 Mighty Sam– In The Same Old Way
Written-By – Penn, Oldham
B4 Curly Moore– Don't Pity Me
Arranged By – Allen Toussaint
Producer – A. Toussaint, M. Sehorn
Written-By – Toussaint
B5 Gladys Knight And The Pips– Giving Up
Arranged By – Fred Norman
Producer – Larry Maxwell
Written-By – McCoy
B6 Clifford Curry– She Shot A Hole In My Soul
Producer – Buzz Cason
Written-By – Neese, Gayden
B7 Betty Harris– What'd I Do Wrong
Arranged By – Allen Toussaint
Producer – A. Toussaint, M. Sehorn
Written-By – Toussaint
B8 Barbara Perry– Say You Need It
Written-By – Greer, Cage, Jackson, Claunch, Russell
Label: Bell Records – MBLL 102
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1968
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Sixties Soul
Bell's Cellar Of Soul Vol. 1 is a landmark soul and R&B compilation album released in the UK in 1968, known for introducing British audiences to lesser-known, high-quality American black music artists and sounds. Pioneered by Derek Everett and Trevor Churchill, the album was a crucial release for the UK soul scene.
The album was a pioneering effort to bring a wider range of black American music to Britain at a time when much of the music was considered too niche for 45rpm single releases. It features a mix of accessible and more "avant-garde" soul and rhythm & blues tracks, helping to establish the genre's audience in the UK.
It is now considered highly collectable and introduced UK fans to artists like Curly Moore, Mighty Sam, James Carr, Benny Spellman, Diamond Joe, and Betty Harris.
The original 1968 UK vinyl LP (Bell Records MBLL 102) contained 16 tracks. The tracklist includes songs by artists such as Mighty Sam, Betty Harris, James Carr, Diamond Joe, Gladys Knight And The Pips, Benny Spellman, and others.
Bell s Cellar of Soul Volume 1
Bell’s Cellar of Soul - Volume 2
Producer – M. E. Seahorn
Producer, Arranged By – A.Toussaint
Written-By – Allen Toussaint
A2 Sonny Fisher – Oh Love This Is Sonny
Producer – Randy Stewart
Written By – Al Stewart, Sonny Fisher
Written-By – Al Stewart, Sonny Fisher
A3 Lee Dorsey– Wonder Woman
Producer – A.Toussaint, M. E. Seahorn
Written-By – Allen Toussaint
A4 Zilla Mayes– All I Want Is You
Producer – M. E. Seahorn
Producer, Arranged By – A.Toussaint
Written-By – Allen Toussaint
A5 Mighty Sam– Nothing But The Truth
Producer – Papa Don
Written-By – Hirst, Ruvin
A6 Lee Dorsey And Betty Harris– Love Lots Of Lovin'
Producer – M. E. Seahorn
Producer, Arranged By – A. Toussaint
Written-By – Allen Toussaint
A7 Al Greene– A Lover's Hideaway
Producer – Curtis Rodgers, Palmer James
Written-By – P. James
A8 Melvin Davis– Love Bug's Got A Bear Hug
Producer, Arranged By – Coffey, Theodore
Written-By – Melvin Davis
B1 Eddie Holman– I'm Not Gonna Give Up
Arranged By – Luther Randolph
Producer – Harthon Productions
Written-By – E. Holman
B2 The Incredibles– Standing Here Crying
Arranged By – Jerry Long
Producer – Cal Waymon, Madelon Baker
Written-By – Cal Waymon
B3 Lee Jones And The Sounds Of Soul– On The Other Side
Producer – Chips Moman
Written By – Jones-Thomas-Wheatley
B4 Lee Dorsey And Betty Harris– Take Care Of Our Love
Producer – M. E. Sehorn
Producer, Arranged By – A. Toussaint
Written-By – Allen Toussaint
B5 Van And Titus– Cry Baby Cry
Arranged By [Horns] – Charles Chalmers
Producer – Buzz Cason, Mac Gaydon
Written-By – Cason, Gaydon
B6 Jimmy And Louise Tig And Company– A Love That Never Grows Cold
Producer – Papa Don
Written-By – Toney
B7 Spencer Wiggins– The Power Of A Woman
Arranged By – Al Danto
Producer – Quinton Claunch, Rudolph Russell
Written-By – Q. Claunch
B8 Faye Adams– Shake A Hand
Written-By – J. Morris
Label: Bell Records – MBLL 107
Series: Bell's Cellar Of Soul
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1968
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Rhythm & Blues, Soul
Bell's Cellar of Soul - Volume 2 is a vintage 1968 UK mono vinyl compilation album featuring a variety of American soul artists and tracks, many of which were considered too niche for single release in the UK at the time but became popular on the Northern Soul scene.
The album is a compilation of 16 soul tracks that were popular on the burgeoning UK soul scene in the late 1960s. It was part of a landmark series that helped establish Black American music in Britain, curated by Derek Everett and Trevor Churchill.
The tracks are a mix of up-tempo, dance-floor favorites and soulful ballads. The album has been praised for its high quality and for featuring songs that have endured and maintained their musicality over decades.
Bell s Cellar of Soul Volume 2
Classic Jazz-Funk - Mastercuts Volume 1
Written-By – L. Liston-Smith
6:04
A2 Ronnie Laws– Always There (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – Allen III, Laws, Jeffrey
4:52
A3 Gil Scott-Heron– The Bottle (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – G. Scott-Heron
5:10
B1 Donald Byrd– Change (Makes You Want To Hustle) (Original Full LP Version)
Written-By – L. Mizell
5:07
B2 Wilton Felder– Inherit The Wind (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – D. Ray Nix, W. Felder, W. Felder Jnr.
7:23
B3 Spyro Gyra– Shaker Song (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – J. Beckenstein
4:41
C1 Azymuth– Jazz Carnival (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – Malheiros, Conte, Bertrami
9:35
C2 Johnny Hammond– Los Conquistadores Chocolates (Original Full LP Version)
Written-By – F. Mizell, L. Mizell
6:09
C3 Eddie Henderson– Say You Will (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – King, Mtume, Lucas
4:18
D1 John Klemmer– Brasilia (Original Full LP Version)
Written-By – J. Klemmer
9:11
D2 Harvey Mason– Till You Take My Love (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – D. Foster, H. Mason
3:38
D3 Dizzy Gillespie & Lalo Schifrin– Unicorn (Original 12" Mix)
Written-By – L. Schifrin
6:50
Label: Mastercuts – CUTSLP 2
Format: 2 x Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1991
Genre: R&B Jazz, Funk, Soul
Style: Fusion, Jazz-Funk, Latin Jazz
Various – Classic Jazz-Funk - Mastercuts Volume 1 (1992) is widely acclaimed as a definitive, high-quality compilation of 1970s/80s jazz-funk and fusion, featuring essential 12" versions. Renowned for its "all killer no filler" curation, it is considered a crucial, energetic introduction to the genre, suitable for both serious collectors and new listeners.
Considered a "strongest comp" by enthusiasts, it brings together rare and famous tracks, featuring artists like Lonnie Liston Smith, Johnny Hammond, and John Klemmer.
While almost universally praised, some listeners have noted that Spyro Gyra's "Shaker Song" feels more like "chill Latin jazz" than pure jazz-funk, suggesting other artists like Roy Ayers might have been a better fit for the slot.
The Mastercuts series is noted for excellent, hot, and dynamic mastering. It serves as an ideal entry point for those exploring the genre. Often described as a "must-have" for DJs and fans, with tracks that defined the dancefloor scene of the era. It is highly regarded as one of the best in the Mastercuts series.
Dave Godin’s Deep Soul Treasures (Taken From The Vaults) Vol. 1
2 Timmy Willis– Easy As Saying 1-2-3 (Timmy Willis 3:05)
3 Zerben R Hicks And The Dynamics– Lights Out (Larry Banks 2:51)
4 Irma Thomas– Anyone Who Knows What Love Is (Will Understand) (Jeannie Seeley, Judith Arbuckle, Pat Sheeran, Randy Newman 2:57)
5 Jean Wells– Have A Little Mercy (Clyde Otis, Dorian Burton 2:35)
6 Dori Grayson– Try Love (Willie Ray James 2:36)
7 Brendetta Davis– I Can't Make It Without Him (Barry White, Vernon Jones 3:09)
8 Kenny Carter– Showdown (Larry Banks, Milton Bennett 2:49)
9 Larry Banks– I'm Not The One (Fred Skau, Joan Banks, Larry Banks 2:54)
10 Jimmy Holiday– The Turning Point (Jimmy Holiday 2:46)
11 The Incredibles– Standing Here Crying (Cal Waymon 2:29)
12 The Just Brothers– She Broke His Heart (Fred Bridges, Richard Beasley 2:27)
13 The Untouchables– You're On Top (Brice Coefield, Chester Pipkin 2:28)
14 Reuben Bell And The Casanovas– It's Not That Easy (Reuben Bell 2:24)
15 Van & Titus– Cry Baby Cry (Buzz Cason, Mac Gayden 3:21)
16 Jean Stanback– I Still Love You (Edgar Campbell 2:30)
17 Bessie Banks– Try To Leave Me If You Can (I Bet You Can't Do It) (Frank Green, Herman Wesley Kelley 4:34)
18 Raw Spitt– Songs To Sing (Jerry Williams, Troy Davis 4:16)
19 Lee Moses– How Much Longer (Must I Wait) (Lee Moses 2:36)
20 Billy Young (2)– Nothing's Too Much (Nothing's Too Good) (William D. Young 2:06)
21 Sam & Bill– I Feel Like Cryin' (Jesse Wilson 2:32)
22 Eddie & Ernie– I'm Goin' For Myself (Bert Keyes 3:35)
23 The Knight Brothers– Tried So Hard To Please Her (Elward Tobe, James Leon Diggs, Patricia Stokes 2:37)
24 Pearlean Gray & The Passengers– The Love Of My Man (Ed Townsend 2:48)
25 Jaibi– You Got Me (Herman Wesley Kelley, Larry Banks 2:36)
Label: Kent Soul – CDKEND 143
Series: Dave Godin's Deep Soul Treasures
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1997
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Southern Soul, Deep Soul
Dave Godin's Deep Soul Treasures Vol. 1 is an acclaimed compilation album that curates a selection of rare, emotionally intense "deep soul" ballads from the 1960s, a style of music characterized by its heart-wrenching themes of love, loss, and life.
The album, released in 1997 by Kent Records, was a "labour of love" for the compiler Dave Godin, a prominent figure in the British Northern Soul scene who coined the term "deep soul". The tracks are not typically well-known hits, but rather overlooked "treasures" that Godin believed possessed a profound emotional honesty and intensity. The music has been described as an "uncompromising style" which, like the blues, adheres to a strict code of ethics in its raw expression of feeling. Godin considered this music a form of "therapy," allowing listeners to confront difficult emotions through the artistic expression of the performers.
The album features 25 tracks from various artists, including Irma Thomas, Bessie Banks, and Eddie & Ernie. Some of these artists made their UK debut with this compilation.
Dave Godin’s Deep Soul Treasures (Taken From The Vaults) Vol. 2
Written-By – Gary Bonds, Jerry Williams Jr.
2:38
2 Eddie Holman– I'm Not Gonna Give Up
Written-By – Eddie Holman
2:54
3 The Soul Children– The Sweeter He Is (Parts 1 & 2)
Written-By – Isaac Hayes, David Porter
6:17
4 Tony Owens– I Don't Want Nobody But My Baby
Written-By, Producer – Isaac Bolden
3:45
5 Bobby Moore & The Formosts– It Was A Lie
Written-By – Moore, Johnson, Cohen
2:23
6 Jimmy & Louise Tig And Company– A Love That Never Grows Old
Written-By – Papa Don Schroeder, Oscar Toney Jr.
2:56
7 Ben E King– It's All Over
Written-By – Bert Russell, Mike Leander
3:12
8 Nat Phillips– I'm Sorry I Hurt You
Written-By – Nat Phillips
2:50
9 Wendy René– What Will Tomorrow Bring ?
Written-By – Al Jackson Jr., Marion Brittenum, Mary Frierson, Steve Cropper
2:57
10 Arthur Conley– Let Nothing Separate Us
Written-By – Otis Redding
3:03
11 Irma Thomas– These Four Walls
Written-By – Lynne Farr
3:07
12 Johnny Adams– If I Could See You One More Time
Written-By – Albert Savoy, Wardell Quezergue
3:36
13 Ruby Johnson– I'll Run Your Hurt Away
Written-By – Isaac Hayes, David Porter
3:08
14 The Premiers – Make It Me
Written-By – Isaac Hayes, David Porter
2:43
15 Eddy Giles– Losin' Boy
Written-By – Elbert Wiggins Giles
3:15
16 Doris Allen– A Shell Of A Woman
Written-By – Becki Bluefield, Lynne Brewer, Finley Duncan
2:57
17 Otis Redding– Just One More Day
Written-By – McEvoy Robinson, Otis Redding, Steve Cropper
3:25
18 Bessie Banks– Go Now
Written-By – Larry Banks, Milton Bennett
2:40
19 George Perkins & The Silver Stars – Cryin' In The Streets (Part 1)
Written-By – Kerry Porter, Sam Matter, Ted Harris
3:18
20 Big John Hamilton– How Much Can A Man Take ?
Written-By – Becki Bluefield, Robert James Benninghoff, Finley Duncan
2:45
21 Barbara West– Anyone But You
Written-By – Jeff Barry
3:23
22 Carla Thomas– Stop ! Look What You're Doing
Written-By – Alvertis Isbell, Eddie Floyd
2:30
23 Toussaint McCall– Nothing Takes The Place Of You
Written-By – Patrick Robinson, Toussaint McCall
3:21
24 Eddie & Ernie– Hiding In Shadows
Written-By – Charles Richard Cason
3:22
25 Lisa Richards – Let's Take A Chance
Written-By – Joseph Brown, Raymond Barnes
2:38
Label: Kent Soul – CDKEND 158
Series: Dave Godin's Deep Soul Treasures
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1999
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Deep Soul, Southern Soul
Kent Records, the second volume of Dave Godin's Deep Soul Treasures is widely regarded by critics and collectors as a definitive masterpiece of the genre. Godin, who coined the term "Deep Soul," curated this 25-track collection to showcase "adult, tortured music" that focuses on raw emotional intensity rather than just tempo.
The "Deep" Definition: While often associated with slow ballads, this volume includes mid-tempo tracks like Eddie Giles' "Losin' Boy," which Godin argued was "deep" due to its visceral, "death-throe" vocal delivery.
Essential Tracks:
Bessie Banks – "Go Now": The original version of the Moody Blues hit, highlighted for its spontaneous, heartbroken performance.
Otis Redding – "Just One More Day": A stunning example of the legendary singer's emotive power.
Toussaint McCall – "Nothing Takes The Place Of You": A standout track noted for its "magnificent" and haunting quality.
Irma Thomas – "These Four Walls": Described as a highlight from the "peerless" Queen of New Orleans Soul.
Godin purposefully mixed famous names with obscure "left-field gems" to present soul as a high art form rather than a mere commercial product.
Critics frequently describe the album as "essential" and "without peer". The collection is praised not just for the music, but for Godin's lavish booklet notes, which provide "erudite and supremely informative" context for every artist and recording. On Discogs, it maintains a high average rating of approximately 4.6/5, reflecting its lasting status among soul enthusiasts.
Dynamic Soul
Written-By – B. Curington, R. Brown, T. Lester, W. Lester
A2 Darkness of Evil– Laid Back Funk
Written-By – Darkness of Evil
A3 The James Cotton Band– One More Mile
Written-By – James Cotton
A4 Sugar Billy– Freak And You Shall Find
Written-By – J. Abston, S. Petty
A5 Special Delivery– I Destroyed Your Love (Part I)
Written-By – Terry Huff
A6 The Impressions– Something's Mighty, Mighty Wrong
Written-By – Simon, Tufo, Green
B1 Sound Experience (2)– Boogie Woogie
Written-By – J. Lindsay, M. Miles, S. Watson
B2 The James Cotton Band– I Got A Fellin'
Written-By – J. Cotton
B3 Prophecy (24)– What Ever's Your Sign (Part I)
Written-By – B. Franklin
B4 Black Satin– In The Still Of The Night
Written-By – Fred Parris
Label: Black Horse – XBH.1032
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: Brazil
Released: 1976
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk
Style: Seventies Soul
Dynamic Soul is a limited-edition soul and funk compilation album released in 1976 by the Brazilian label Black Horse.
The album features a selection of tracks curated by Brazilian DJs known as Dynamic Soul, including Luiz Antonio Antunes, Robson Costa Borba, Walter Costa Borba, and Antonio Alves Nascimento Filho.
As of early 2026, the album is highly regarded by collectors of rare soul and funk, maintaining a rare 5/5 average rating among users on the Discogs community marketplace.
It is considered a high-value collector's item, with rare physical copies previously selling for prices ranging from approximately $50 to over $130.
The album is deeply rooted in the 1970s Brazilian soul scene, often associated with rare funk and "Northern Soul" styles found in club environments.
The album highlights international soul and rhythm-and-blues acts that were popular in 1970s Brazilian club culture.
Get Up And Get Down
A2 Brothers Guiding Light– Getting Together
A3 Al Downing– I'll Be Holding On
A4 Joe Tex– Cat Got Her Tongue
A5 King Floyd– Can You Dig It?
A6 Aaron Neville– Hercules
A7 Cissy Houston– Midnite Train To Georgia
A8 Annette Snell– You Oughta Be Here With Me
B1 Whispers– A Mother For My Children
B2 Roy C– Got To Get Enough (Of Your Sweet Stuff)
B3 Etta James– Out On The Streets Again
B4 Joneses– Hey Babe (Is The Gettin' Still Good)
B5 Don Covay– It's Better To Have (And Don't Need)
B6 Ohio Players– Streakin' Cheek To Cheek
B7 Dramatics– Choosing Up On You
B8 Little Anthony & Imperials– La La La At The End
Label: Philips – 9299 160
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1974
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul
The album Get Up And Get Down (Philips 9299 160, UK release) is a 16-track vinyl LP compilation of soul and funk music from the 1970s.
This compilation is generally well-regarded by collectors for its selection of quality tracks from various soul and funk artists. It is appreciated for capturing the essence of the genre during that era and features tracks by notable artists such as Etta James, Al Downing, Joe Tex, and the Ohio Players. The album offers a good mix of well-known and rarer tracks, making it a valuable addition for fans of the genre.
The album is a sought-after item for vinyl enthusiasts, with copies in good condition fetching a respectable price on the second-hand market. The average rating for this release on Discogs is 3.6/5 based on a small number of ratings, indicating general satisfaction among owners. The packaging features a fully laminated picture sleeve.
Modern Soul Connoisseurs
2 Gloria Scott– A Case Of Too Much Lovemaking
3 Gene Chandler– Let Me Make Love To You
4 Beloyd– Get Into Your Life
5 Marvin Gaye– Come And Get To This
6 Timothy Wilson– It's Love Baby
7 Lawrence Payton– Tell Me You Love Me
8 Bobby Hutton– Wanting You, Needing You
9 The Topics– Booking Up Baby
10 Randy Brown – I Was Blessed The Day I Found You
11 Bottom & Company*– Gonna Find A True Love
12 Mojoba– I Know
13 Jesse James – If You Want A Love Affair
14 Brenda Lee Eager– When I'm With You
15 Howard Johnson– Keeping Love New
16 Jean Terrell– No Limit
17 Booker T. Jones– The Best Of You
18 Barbara Brown – Pity A Fool
19 Carolyn Sullivan– Dead
20 Dee Dee Warwick– I Haven't Got Anything Better To Do
Label: Spectrum Music – 544 973-2
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 2002
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Seventies Soul
The 2002 compilation album Modern Soul Connoisseurs has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from fans and collectors, generally considered a high-quality, essential collection of modern and crossover soul tracks curated by Northern Soul expert Richard Searling.
Reviewers widely praise the album as "pure gold" from start to finish and a "stunning collection of modern soul classics". It is frequently described as an "essential" part of any soul fan's collection, particularly for those interested in the modern end of Northern Soul or tracks that are otherwise hard to find on vinyl.
The album is noted for its quality curation, typical of Richard Searling's work. One user described it as "utterly brilliant" and a compilation that "really stands up" over time. The general consensus is that it is a "great comp" featuring first-class material.
Soul Deep Vol. 3
Written-By – Bobby Womack, Don Covay 3:33
A2 Roscoe Robinson– Leave You In The Arms Of Your Other Man
Written-By – Roscoe Robinson 2:56
A3 Ben & Spence– Get It Over
Written-By – Buddy Buie, John Adkins 2:09
A4 Calvin Scott– More Than You'll Ever Know
Written-By – Dave Crawford, Roy Lee Johnson 2:23
A5 Otis Clay– Pouring Water On A Drowning Man
Written-By – D. McCormick, D. Baker 2:38
A6 Ned Towns– How Can You Baby-Sit A Man
Written-By – Ned Towns 2:35
B1 Chris Harris – Tell 'Em I Am Who I Am
Written-By – Harris, B. Grier 2:31
B2 Clarence Carter– The Few Troubles I've Had
Written-By – Clarence Carter 3:27
B3 Bobby Harris – We Can't Believe You're Gone
Written-By – Benny Hall, Brook Benton 2:10
B4 Percy Sledge– Hard To Believe
Written-By – Evans, Jenkins 2:20
B5 Barbara & The Browns– My Lover
Written-By – Barbara Brown 2:43
B6 Mable John– Don't Hit Me No More
Written-By – J. M. Williams 2:47
Label: Atlantic – P-6175A
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: Japan
Released: 1974
Genre:R&B Soul
Style: Deep Soul, Southern Soul
The album Soul Deep Vol. 3 on Atlantic (P-6175A) isn't a well-known mainstream hit but a highly sought-after Deep Soul/Rare Groove compilation from the mid-70s, packed with obscure, soulful deep cuts that collectors love, known for its killer grooves and unearthed gems, though specific critical reviews from the era are scarce, with appreciation primarily coming from dedicated soul fans discovering it on reissues or through specialized dealers.
A compilation album released by Atlantic Records (P-6175A in Japan), focusing on deep, often overlooked soul, R&B, and funk tracks.
It's part of a larger trend of bringing rare tracks to a wider audience, typical of soul compilations from labels like Soul Deep Recordings (though that's a different, modern label).
Tracks are often obscure, offering a treasure trove for DJs and collectors seeking unique sounds. Being an older release, it's valued for its authentic vintage sound, though condition varies wildly on original pressings.
In essence: It's a holy grail for underground soul fans, not a pop chart-topper, celebrated for its deep cuts and authenticity.
Soul Deep Volume One
A2 The Escorts– Let's Make Love (At Home Sometimes)
A3 Roshell Anderson– Know What You're Doing When You Leave
A4 Doris Duke– Full Time Woman
A5 Jerry Washington– Right Here Where You Belong
A6 Ted Taylor– I Want To Be Part Of You Girl
A7 Tommie Young– She Don't Have To See You
A8 The Whispers– Seems Like I Gotta Do Wrong
A9 Oscar Toney Jr.– I've Been Loving You Too Long
B1 Freddie North– She's All I Got
B2 Seventh Wonder*– For The Good Times Part 1
B3 Major Lance– Dark And Lonely
B4 Doris Duke– To The Other Woman
B5 Aaron Neville– Tell It Like It Is
B6 Roshell Anderson– The Grapevine Will Lie Sometimes
B7 J. J. Barnes– The Time Has Come
B8 Tommie Young– Do You Still Feel The Same Way
B9 Soul Potion– Circle Full Of Love
Label: Contempo – CLP 526
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1975
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Deep Soul, Southern Soul
Soul Deep Volume One is a UK soul compilation album originally released in the 1970s that showcases a diverse array of classic R&B and soul artists. As of 2025, it maintains a modest reputation among collectors, with an average user rating of 3 out of 5 on Discogs.
The album features 18 tracks across two sides, focusing on soul and R&B styles:
Side A: Notable entries include "Make Up For Lost Time" by The Montclairs, "Full Time Woman" by Doris Duke, and "Seems Like I Gotta Do Wrong" by The Whispers.
Side B: Features "Tell It Like It Is" by Aaron Neville, "She's All I Got" by Freddie North, and "Dark And Lonely" by Major Lance.
Recurring Artists: Roshell Anderson and Tommie Young each contribute two tracks to the compilation.
The album holds high aggregate ratings on major music databases. On Discogs, one entry for this release has an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 based on user feedback. Another entry shows a lower average of 3 out of 5.
The album is actively sought after by collectors, with over 100 users listing it in their collections ("Have") and nearly 50 users adding it to their "Want" lists on Discogs.
Recent buyers on secondary markets like eBay have frequently described the vinyl as having "Great Value".
Soul Deep Volume Two
Written-By – Peters 2:35
A2 Bettye Swann– Be Strong Enough To Hold On
Written-By – Clements, Mitchell 3:22
A3 Bobby Patterson– If He Hadn't Slipped Up And Got Caught
Written-By – Patterson 3:26
A4 Joe Tex– She Might Need Me
Written-By – Tex 3:40
A5 Charlie Whitehead– People Tell Me I'm Losing My Baby
Written-By – Williams Jr. 4:45
A6 Aretha Franklin– Call Me
Written-By – Franklin 3:30
A7 Oscar Toney Jr.– Message To Martha
Written-By – Bacharach-David 4:10
A8 Tami Lynn– Wings Upon Your Horns
Written-By – Lynn 5:51
B1 J. J. Barnes– We Can't Hide It Anymore
Written-By – Murphy 4:35
B2 Ben E. King– She's Gone Again
Written-By – King 2:25
B3 Tamiko Jones– Cloudy
Written-By – Gorrie, Stuart 3:23
B4 Wilson Pickett– Covering The Same Old Ground
Written-By – Jackson, Dotson, Moore 3:17
B5 Reuben Bell– Asking For The Truth
Written-By – Strickland, Bell 3:56
B6 Sam Dees– Signed Ms. Heroine
Written-By – Dees 4:05
B7 Doris Duke– Woman Of The Ghetto
Written-By – Miller, Shaw, Evans 7:35
B8 Jackie Moore– Something In A Look
Written-By – Martin, Crawford 3:09
Label: Contempo – CLP 606
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1977
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Deep Soul, Southern Soul
Soul Deep – Volume II is a 1977 UK compilation of rare and classic soul, originally released on the Contempo label and licensed through Atlantic Records.
The album is highly regarded among soul collectors for its curation of "deep soul" tracks from the 1960s and 1970s.
It serves as a vital document of soul history, featuring legendary artists like Aretha Franklin, Sam & Dave, and Wilson Pickett alongside more obscure deep soul cuts from artists like Doris Duke and Reuben Bell.
The compilation focuses on emotionally resonant, mid-to-down-tempo soul. Users often associate this series with Contempo Records' curation of 1970s deep soul, with some listeners noting they have enjoyed these specific selections since they first appeared in the 1970s.
Street Sounds Edition 1
Producer, Arranged By – Ron Dean Miller
Written-By – Bert Reid, Ron Dean Miller
6:36
A2 Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five– The Message
Producer – Sylvia Inc
Written-By – J. Chase, E. Fletcher, M. Glover, S. Robinson
7:10
A3 Inner Life– Moment Of My Life (Remix)
Producer – Greg Carmichael, Leroy Burgess
Remix – Shep Pettibone
Written-By – L. Burgess, S. T. Davenport
8:00
A4 North End– Tee's Happy (Remix)
Producer, Arranged By – Arthur Baker, Russell Presto, Tony Carbone
Written-By – A. Baker, R. Presto, T. Carbone
6:15
B1 Greg Henderson– Dreamin'
Producer, Written-By – Greg Henderson
7:38
B2 Dunn And Bruce Street– Shout For Joy
Producer, Arranged By – Bruce Gray, Dunn Pearson
Written-By – Bruce Gray, Dunn Pearson Jr.
6:15
B3 Kadenza– Let's Stay Together
Producer, Arranged By – Erroll Reid, Mick Okoro
Written-By – Mick Okoro
4:52
B4 Peech Boys– Don't Make Me Wait (Special Version)
Producer – Levan, De Benedictus
Written-By – R. Bernard Fowler, Peech Boys
10:30
Label: Street Sounds – STSND 001
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1982
Genre: R&B Soul, Funk
Style: Eighties Soul, Hip-Hop, Boogie
Street Sounds Edition 1 (1982) is a seminal UK dance compilation, praised for making rare, essential early 80s funk, soul, boogie, and proto-hip-hop accessible to UK audiences, featuring landmark tracks like Grandmaster Flash's "The Message" and Raw Silk's "Do It To The Music"; it's considered a vital, filler-free snapshot of emerging street sounds, a crucial introduction to US dance culture for many, and a classic that holds up decades later, though some later found quality dips in the series.
It blended American electro, funk, soul, disco, and early hip-hop, acting as a vital bridge for UK fans to access these sounds. Included iconic hits and rare grooves like Raw Silk's "Do It To The Music," Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five's "The Message," Inner Life's "Moment of My Life", Greg Henderson's "Dreamin'", and The Peech Boys' "Don't Make Me Wait".
It offered affordable access to expensive 12-inch imports, making underground US dance music available in high street stores like Woolworths. Many fans remember it as a landmark album with no filler, still sounding great. It's seen as essential listening for understanding the roots of rap and hip-hop and documenting a cultural shift.
This was the first in the "Main Series," paving the way for the popular Electro series, with its slogan "One Hour Packs of the Latest Dance Tracks".
Reviewers on Discogs have described it as having the "strongest songs from all 20 editions" and containing "no filler songs". The selection of tracks, including the seminal "Don't Make Me Wait" by the Peech Boys and "Do It To The Music" by Raw Silk, are considered classic 80s dance and proto-house anthems that have influenced house music.
In Summary, Street Sounds Edition 1 is revered as a foundational compilation that introduced UK audiences to groundbreaking American street dance music, offering essential tracks in a format that captured the energy of the era and remains a beloved piece of music history.
Street Sounds Edition 2
Producer – Webster Lewis
Written-By – Willie Hutch
6:57
A2 Whodini– Magic's Wand (Special Extended Mix)
Mixed By – Tee Scott
Producer – Thomas Dolby
Written-By – J. Hutchins, J. Rivas, Thomas Dolby
11:22
A3 First Light– A.M.
Producer – First Light
Written-By – Paul Hardcastle
5:52
A4 Sunfire– Step In The Light
Producer – Reggie Lucas
Written-By – Brian Jackson
5:24
B1 Montana Sextet– Heavy Vibes (Club Mix)
Producer, Arranged By, Conductor, Written-By – Vincent Montana, Jr.
8:10
B2 Melle Mel & Duke Bootee– Message II (Survival)
Producer – Sylvia Robinson
Written-By – J. Robinson Jnr, M. Glover, S. Robinson
6:48
B3 Rocket– I Wanna Know
Producer – Ray Rock
Written-By – O'Loughlin, Golden, Scher
6:29
B4 Nairobi– Soul Makossa (Full Vocal)
Producer – Arthur Baker
Written-By – Manu Oibango
8:15
Label: Street Sounds – STSND 002
Format: Vinyl, LP, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 1983
Genre: R&B Soul, Hip Hop, Funk
Style: Electro, Soul, Disco
The 1983 compilation album Street Sounds Edition 2 is generally highly regarded by users and collectors as a strong, non-stop mix of early 80s funk, soul, and dance tracks, though some individual tracks have received mixed opinions. It is often cited as a nostalgic "must-have" for fans of the era's music.
User ratings on sites like Discogs average around 4.3 to 5 stars out of 5 across various releases, indicating a very positive reception among fans and collectors. Reviewers frequently praise the compilation for its selection of full-length dance tracks, particularly the inclusion of classics that have stood the test of time. The album provided a crucial introduction to various R&B, funk, and early hip-hop artists for a UK audience.
The album is known for featuring extended mixes, which was a major draw for DJs and music enthusiasts at the time:-
Gwen McCrae – "Keep The Fire Burning (US Remix)": This track is often highlighted as a standout on the album, a "classic" dance track that resonates with listeners.
Whodini – "Magic's Wand (Special Extended Mix)": An important early hip-hop track, some reviews note its "slow, wobbly dubbed-out strut-bounce" sound, which provided a contrast to the otherwise uptempo tracks.
Montana Sextet – "Heavy Vibes (Club Mix)": This track is generally well-received and contributes to the album's strong mix of "boogie-funk-soul" music.
Melle Mel & Duke Bootee – "Message II Survival": A significant early rap track that adds historical depth to the compilation.
For collectors and fans of the Street Sounds series, this edition is considered a high point, with some calling it one of the issues with the strongest songs and "no filler". The original vinyl LPs are well-regarded for their audio quality, offering a clean, nostalgic listening experience.
The Deep Soul Of Stax
A2 William Bell– Bring The Curtain Down (Jones, Bell 2:27)
A3 Eddie Floyd– Why Is The Wine Sweeter (On The Other Side) (Jones, Floyd 2:43)
A4 Delaney & Bonnie– Hard To Say Goodbye (Bramlett, Radle, Bramlett 2:30)
A5 Booker T. & The M.G's– Soul Clap '69 (Jackson, Jones, Dunn, Cropper 2:40)
A6 Johnnie Taylor– Testify (I Wonna) (Taylor, Clinton 4:04)
A7 The Emotions– I Like It (Porter, Hayes 2:27)
A8 Isaac Hayes– Walk On By (Bacharach - David 4:20)
B1 Rufus Thomas– Do The Funky Chicken (Thomas 3:15)
B2 William Bell– Happy (Jones, Bell 2:34)
B3 Eddie Floyd– Don't Tell Your Mama (Where You've Been) (Jones, Floyd 3:55)
B4 Booker T. & The M.G's– Time Is Tight (Jones 3:08)
B5 J.J. Barnes– Baby, Please Come Back Home (Davis, Barnes 2:52)
B6 The Staple Singers– The Challenge (Crutcher, Banks, Jackson 3:40)
B7 Luther Ingram– Home Don't Seem Like Home (Baylor, Ingram 3:30)
Label: Stax – SXATS 1037
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: UK
Released: 1970
Genre:
R&B Soul
Style: Soul, Funk
The Deep Soul Of Stax is a rare, various artists compilation album released in the UK in 1970. It is a 12-inch vinyl record that showcases the raw, gritty Southern soul sound that defined the Stax Records label.
The album is a compilation of soul music tracks, focusing on the style associated with the Memphis-based Stax label. This style is noted for its church-based roots and emotional delivery.
The album features tracks from a variety of artists signed to Stax and its associated labels, typical of the compilations released by the label. It is known to include the track "Baby, Please Come Home" by J.J. Barnes.
Released as a UK pressing in 1970, it is considered one of the rarer Stax albums released in the United Kingdom. The release includes tracks that embody the 1960s and early 1970s soul and funk period of the label.
The album was issued as a 12-inch vinyl LP in a cardboard sleeve, with some pressings featuring a flipback laminated cover.
The Hi Records 45’s Collection: Vol 1
2 Otis Clay – Let Me Be The One
3 Otis Clay – I Didn't Know The Meaning Of Pain
4 Otis Clay – If I Could Reach Out
5 Otis Clay – That Woman Don't Live Here No More
6 Otis Clay – You Can't Escape The Hands Of Love
7 Otis Clay – You Did Something To Me
8 Otis Clay – It Was Jeaslousy
9 James Fry – Tumbling Down
10 James Fry – Still Around
11 James Fry – Mam's Boy
12 James Fry – I've Got Enough
13 Ann Peebles – I Can't Let You Go
14 Ann Peebles– Heartaches, Heartaches
15 David Duke – Is It Over
16 Eddie McGee – What Made You Change?
17 Norm West – Hey Little Girl
18 Norm West – Baby Please
19 Syl Johnson – Anyone But You
20 Syl Johnson – I Want To Satisfy Your Every Need
21 Bobo Mr. Soul – She's My Woman
22 Bobo Mr. Soul – Hitch-hike To Heartbreak Road
Label: Hi Records – HIUKCD 135
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: UK
Released:
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Southern Soul
The Hi Records 45’s Collection: Vol 1 compilation is generally well-regarded by soul music enthusiasts for its excellent selection of classic and rare tracks from the legendary Hi Records label. The collection is praised for highlighting a diverse range of artists beyond the label's biggest star, Al Green.
Reviewers on platforms like Discogs and Amazon give the album high ratings, typically around 4 to 5 stars, with the music itself being described as "pure gold" and "brilliant funky soul with attitude". The key appeal of this collection is its focus on the depth of the Hi Records catalog, presenting a comprehensive look at the label's output through original A and B-sides of singles.
The collection includes 44 classic and rare singles from artists such as Otis Clay, Ann Peebles, George Jackson, Syl Johnson, and others, covering a wide range of soul and R&B styles produced by the influential Willie Mitchell. The sound quality generally receives positive to mixed reviews. Some listeners find the mastering to be very good, offering clear sound for these classic recordings. However, other opinions suggest that a more modern, high-end remastering could improve the sound, noting the current quality is "not a complete disaster but a good remastering job would increase these excellent tracks ability to shine".
The album features a strong lineup of soul musicians, making it a valuable addition for collectors and fans of the genre.
The album successfully captures the authentic, deep soul sound that made Hi Records a legendary label, and it is a popular choice for those wanting to explore the label's history beyond the well-known hits.
The Pain Goes Deep (More Deep Soul Gems)
2 Linda Jones– Fugitive From Love 3:15
5 Little Archie– I Need You 3:06
4 100% Proof Aged In Soul– I Don't Care If I Never Get Over You 3:58
5 Annette Snell– You Oughta Be Here With Me 3:55
6 George Jackson– Aretha, Sing One For Me 2:53
7 Jean Plum– Loneliness 3:50
8 Melvin Davis– I'm Worried 3:33
9 Doris Duke– He's Gone 4:33
10 Big John Hamilton– Take This Hurt Off Me 2:25
11 Tyrone Davis– I Keep Coming Back 2:37
12 Charles Smith– I'm Useless 3:43
13 Leon Byrd– I Catch Myself Cryin' 2:47
14 The Whispers– Seems Like I Gotta Do Wrong 2:49
15 Betty Lavette– Let Me Down Easy 2:52
16 Aaron Neville– Been So Wrong 3:39
17 Laura Lee– I'll Catch You When You Fall 3:53
18 Sidney Joe Qualls– I'm Being Held Hostage 4:05
19 Quiet Elegance– You Got My Mind Messed Up 2:48
20 Tommie Young– She Don't Have Too See You (To See Through You) 3:09
21 Ann Sexton– I'm His Wife (You're Just A Friend) 2:53
22 Jackie Wilson– Just As Soon As The Feeling's Over 3:11
23 Joe Valentine– I Can't Stand To See You Go 2:57
24 Wilson Pickett– I'm Down To My Last Heartbreak 2:35
Label: Harmless – BACKB030
Series: Backbeats
Format: CD, Compilation
Country: UK
Released: 2011
Genre: R&B Soul
Style: Southern Soul, Deep Soul
The Pain Goes Deep (More Deep Soul Gems) is a compilation album of various artists within the southern/deep soul genre, part of the popular "Backbeats" series by the independent record label Backbeats.
The album focuses on "deep soul" and R&B, featuring tracks that are rich in raw emotion and powerful, soulful vocals.
The "Backbeats" series is designed to showcase quality music from various independent labels over the past 50 years, using original 12" or album versions of tracks.
As the title suggests, the collection features songs that deal with themes of heartbreak, pain, grief, and raw emotions, which are characteristic of the deep soul genre.
The album offers significant musical value, with over 75 minutes of music from various original artists.
The album is available to purchase on CD by clicking the Amazon image below, or may be purchased as digital downloads.