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SOUL FOOD – THE BROAD CHURCH OF NORTHERN SOUL
This podcast accompanies a blog piece ‘Northern Renaissance’, which simultaneously went online. Below is an excerpt; you can read the full piece here: 
https://blog.gregwilson.co.uk/2013/11/northern-renaissance/

As I hope this piece will illustrate, Northern Soul back in the 70’s was a much broader church than many might imagine. Whilst the stompers were central to the scene, especially when Wigan Casino was at its peak, not everything ran at breakneck pace as is often suggested, the movement encompassed a whole spectrum of styles and tempos. The scene was notoriously very snobbish about its music, dropping a previously loved record like a hot potato because it had subsequently achieved commercial success, although it was this fervent elitism that played a major part in its success and longevity. It’s also the reason why a track many might consider to be as Northern as they come, like Jackie Wilson’s ‘(Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher And Higher’ (a Detroit artist doing an uptempo dance track with Funk Brothers backing) isn’t Northern Soul according to those at the cutting-edge of the scene, despite the fact it was a big favourite in the Soul clubs following its 1967 release. It’s sin was that it became a UK hit in 1969, just before the Northern scene got into its stride, so, along with a whole heap of Tamla Motown tunes that are Northern in everything bar their success in connecting with the masses, it was banished to the realm of pop. This is why another famous Jackie Wilson track, ‘I Get The Sweetest Feeling’, this time a 1968 recording, which, on the surface, given it’s much mellower vibe, is far less stereotypically Northern than ‘Higher And Higher’, is, in contrast, considered a bone fide Northern classic – the reason being that ‘I Get The Sweetest Feeling’ didn’t become a hit until 1972, having broken out of the Northern scene, then in full swing.

So, with the various aspects considered, I’ve put together an epic 3 hour 20 minute podcast selection of records that I hope will reflect Northern Soul in its wider context, from the nailed on classics to those with more nominal status. What can’t be disputed is that each and every track included has been played, at least somewhere at one point or another, under the Northern Soul banner. There are 70 tracks in all, with just 2 artists with more than 1 inclusion, the aforementioned Jackie Wilson and the great, but tragic songstress Linda Jones (3, if you count Frankie Valli, here both solo and with the Four Seasons). The idea to put this together grew out of a CD compilation I made for myself back in the 00’s to listen to whilst I was driving, which I called ‘Soul Food’, and the intention is for it to act as solid introduction for those wanting to hear what Northern Soul was all about, in all its diverse glory, whilst I’d like to think it will also evoke fond memories for those who were there at the time. The fact I wasn’t a part of the scene has hopefully allowed me to approach this selection in a more objective way than someone embroiled within it, who may not be able to resist the inclination to pack it with tracks nobody else, apart from other ultra-obsessives may know, or who might want to brush a few of the inclusions under the ‘you had to be there at the time’, carpet. Consider this, if you will, a beginners guide, of which I love all of the selections, each in its own way - just wonderful wonderful uplifting music.

Greg Wilson – November 2013

SOUL FOOD - THE BROAD CHURCH OF NORTHERN SOUL (greg wilson selection)

Produced by Afshin & @alexfinkin for the My Grooves party @djoonclub
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Written by Philly sound pionneers Gamble & Huff, this little gem first became a hit with Harold Melvin &The Blue Notes and Teddy Pendergrass on the vocals. 

We always loved Thelma Houston's cover, but DJs often play the punchier Harold Melvin & the blue notes version instead, so we tried to give it our little touch to change that. 

As usual, your feedback is welcome !

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Thelma Houston - Don't Leave Me This Way (My Grooves Edit - Afshin & Alex Finkin)

Inaya Day & Native Sons: City Life Louie Vega Rmx

Available now from: http://www.traxsource.com/track/1730026/we-are-on-the-move-joey-negro-revival-mix

Yes, another killer cut on ZR. Zo!'s gorgeous soul tune featuring Eric Roberson and Phonte gets subtly housed up mix by Dave Lee. A record you'll be hearing all summer at more musically inclined parties. 

DJ Reactions:

Tensnake - Great tune, thanks
Karizma - Dope stuff!
Rainer Truby - Sweet tune...right up my street, well done!
Louis Benedetti - Straight to the box!!! Hotness. Thanks!!!
Hector Romero - Smooth & floaty. I love it!
CJ Mackintosh - My favourtie track of the year so far. Amazing!
Mousse T - mamma mia!!!!!!!! Radio on sat and Club anyway xxx
Danny Krivit – Really great work!
Seamus Haji – The original Zo! version is much overlooked and this is an excellent rework
DJ Spen – Dope
Faze Action - Jazzy soulful house as it should be done quality mix from Joey
Robert Owens – Great track
Glen Underground - Instant Banger As Simple As That
Richard Earnshaw - That's it right there!!
Soulmagic – Massive
Sean McCabe - Dropped this in the Ministry of Sound on the weekend. Sounded great and got a crowd roaring reaction! :)
Justin Winks - Yet another awesome slice of badass Soulfulness from the mighty Negro! 
Craig Stewart - A dance floor slam jam, stunning!
Paul Trouble Anderson - Great tune
DJ Booker T - Top mix. Killa tune, will support
Shur-i-kan - Very soulful - nicely produced
Raul HEF Cortes – Nobody comes close to this sound, Joey Negro is the best
DJ Meme – Excellent
Stuart Patterson - Lovely soulful summer vibes and always loved a bit of Eric R
Julius Papp - Loving the soul oozing out of this one!
Graeme Park - Yo! Ho! Zo! Yes! Sublime baby...
Pete Haigh - LP version has been massive for nu soul... This mix takes into the sister soulful dance crowd ...yes a genuine big mix tune
Hed Kandi - Ooooooooffffff....... Pure class guys ; )
Groove Assassin – Hot to trot


Zo! feat Erro & Phonte "We Are On The Move" (Joey Negro Revival Mix)

pimped it up a bit. different beat, some percs, here and there :) Based on Saturo Shionoyas Version from 1999.

E, W & F - Brazilian Rhyme (Saturo Shionoya Vs. MaxK. Up-Groove)

Hi,

Just me jamming on the keyboard.

I would to say thanks to DJ Mull, David Djds and 
Didi Dodi for given me advice on this track.

Many many thanks to all my Soundclouds followers for 
the like, reposts and nice comments on all my
previous remixes.  

MAW ft INDIA " To Be In Love " Ruff Demo Remix by Mickey Blood

John Morales rare forever Came Today ffrom Deep In The Vault

J5 Forever Came Today - John Morales M+M Forever Mix

You Abandoned Me [LNTG Rework]

A mashup of 2 well-known songs.

Enjoy :)

For further info and gig dates go to www.annie-o.co.uk

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Two Can Play Sexual Healing (Annie O Mashup)

(EDIT - Download has been deactivated on May 2019 at the label's request)

To celebrate the release of a new batch of mixes, here's a free download courtesy of DJ Spen & Teddy Douglas of Basement Boys Records.
I first heard NYC pioneer DJ Kenny Carpenter's remix of this and was immediately inspired.
Kenny had recorded completely new music for his version, and kindly let me mess around with it.
I added some of my Disco drums, brought in virtuoso Alex Finkin to work a little magic on a real piano, a little break here, a little break there, and voila !
When it comes to Gospel House no one does it better than Jasper Street Company. We all hope you will enjoy this alternate acapella mix and help other people find out about these great artists, so please spread the word about it !

Get All The Mixes !

Jasper Street Company - Reach (Kenny Carpenter & Dimitri From Paris Churchapella)

Written and performed by Stevie Wonder for Roberta Flack. Strictly from the session including Stevie's unreleased lead vocal.
REMIX / PRESS ENQUIRIES: mail@thereflexmusic.com
JOIN THE REVISION CLUB - Access to all HQ downloads, freebies and exclusives. http://eepurl.com/Hd8J1 The Reflex Revision is a remix entirely done from the original multitracks or stems, no sound or instrument added unless specified.

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Stevie Wonder - Don't Make Me Wait Too Long [The Reflex Revision]

Joey Negro plays Glitterbox Ibiza Friday 10 July alongside The Magician, Juan MaccLean, Purple Disco Machine & Mo' Funk The DJ. Advance Tickets: http://po.st/gb5s

And Ministry of Sound 25 July with CERRONE, Juan MacLean, Smokin' Jo, Simon Dunmore & Purple Disco Machine http://po.st/gbmos


The first instalment of 2015's The Sound of Glitterbox mix series comes courtesy of resident Joey Negro who will be joining us for the Opening Party alongside Todd Terry, Horse Meat Disco, The Revenge, Simon Dunmore and DJ Pippi. http://po.st/gbx1 

The incredible array of DJs and performers set to appear this summer include Hercules & Love Affair, Todd Terje, Julio Bashmore and Fatboy Slim alongside Glitterbox residents Joey Negro, Dimitri From Paris, Horse Meat Disco and Simon Dunmore.

The full roll-call now includes Louie Vega, Tensnake, Breakbot, Roger Sanchez, Todd Terry, Aeroplane, Juan MacLean, The Revenge, David Morales, Kings Of Tomorrow, Claudio Coccoluto, Norman Jay, John Morales, FCL, Tim Deluxe, Lovebirds, DJ Pippi, Smokin’ Jo, Heller & Farley, Mousse T, The Shapeshifters, Luke Solomon, Purple Disco Machine, Copyright, DJ Antz, Mr Doris and Mo’ Funk.

In addition to what is already one of the strongest and most eclectic Ibiza line-ups of the season, this year will see new creative elements added to the event, overseen by Glitterbox Creative Director, Mark Herman. TradeMark, aka UK artist, Mark Wardel, has designed the stunning new Glitterbox artwork, while masterminding the performance side, club collective Savage will consist of three different dance crews (Sink The Pink, Hot Heels & Nutbags) who will all bring their own unique energy to the night.

Glitterbox Ibiza 2015 selected and mixed by Simon Dunmore is out now on iTunes: http://po.st/gb15i 

House Masters Joey Negro is out now on iTunes: http://defct.de/hmjn

Tickets

The Sound of Glitterbox at Space Ibiza - Joey Negro

Here is your FREE DOWNLOAD of a tune I did with the legendary Cece Peniston on Soulfuric Records / Defected Records….

ENJOY!!!!

FREE DOWNLOAD!! CECE PENISTON & RON CARROLL - FEELING YOU [RC Original Mix]

Download: https://www.mediafire.com/file/memzn9ffbjytpm8/Candi_Staton_-_Young_Hearts_Run_Free_%2528Coutel_Edit%2529.mp3/file

Candi Staton - Young Hearts Run Free (Coutel Edit)

Available now from - http://www.zrecords.ltd.uk/new-releases

Listen to the full track here - https://www.beatport.com/s/jc46ncamxlaj

ZR deliver yet another hi quality disco house banger that's sure to be responsible for a few clubbers bursting out of toilet cubicles and running straight towards the (already packed) dancefloor with their trousers round their ankles 

"I Can Feel Your Body Rock" has shades of Gary's Gang, Tony Lee and Softhouse Co, though none of those are sampled or stolen from. The JN Club Mix combines boogie bass, 80s electronics, chopped vocals and old school piano for an energetic stormer which has a lot more panache than most. Whilst the Serious Mix is dominated by a big dub wise proto house bassline, live rattling percussion and lots of D Train-esque synth parts.

DJ Reactions:

Dimitri From Paris - Love the Serious Mix
Miguel Migs - Nice release, thanks for the music
Tensnake - Both Extended and Serious mix rock
Opolopo - feeling all versions
Karizma - Dope Stuff
Danny Krivit - Great!
Idjut Boys - Yah Vol das is gut !
Horsemeat Disco - Good stuff. Can't wait to play this out!
Kiko Navarro - Really like JN Serious Mix, great electro-funk vibes!
Ross Allen - JN always delivers the quality. Classic. Very good indeed
Crazy P - The JN Serious Mix is right up my street
Julius Papp - JN Serious Mix works for me
DJ Meme - Solid...as always !!
Glenn Underground - Nice
Hed Kandi - Really dig this
Rainer Trueby - Very uplifting, will play!
Robert Owens - Nice tracks
Reel People - Serious Mix for me. Really good vibes
Ross Couch - Lovely stuff! Great bassline i
Shur-i-kan - Lovely jazz/disco vibes as always
Seamus Haji - "Keep In Touch Body To Body" :) Nice!
Faze Action - Yup a total floorfiller, will be playing this one all summer
Chris Duckenfield - Glorious sunshine tackle
Danny Rampling - Excellent like this
Graeme Park- I can feel it! Yes, feel it! It's wonderful
CJ Mackintosh - Trousers round the ankles anthem...love it ;)
Roog/Hardsoul – Nice
Justin Winks - This is Joey Negro at his best. Full support
Richard Earnshaw - Oh yes!
ATFC - Great stuff
Def Mix - Party tune all the way - Love the groove!
Groove Assassin - ANTHEM ALERT! All 3 mixes SUPA DUPA!
Louis Benedetti - Full support!
Jask - Freshness
Harri Sub Club - Yes....digging these, lovely summer vibes


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BRAND BLOODY NEW JOEY NEGRO "I CAN FEEL YOUR BODY ROCK" Z RECORDS

Classic 70s Mid tempo track given a 2011 Soulfull House Flava

The Four Tops - Aint no woman - 12 Shades n Redfunk-re-mix

Simply Red vs. Barry White - Its only love (wanderfalke remix)

JIMMY BO HORNE
Spank 
Mauricio Lage & Beto Edit

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Spank (Mauricio Lage & Beto Edit)

Phyllis Hyman - You Know How To Love Me (Funk Hunk re-edit)
Re-Released  Oct 2020

Handshakes Records

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