Delegation - Oh Honey (1977)

I love this song. I have been listening to it a lot lately. It reminds me a lot of my woman. Check it out!

Lyrics

Oh honey

When I get lost, feel I've been crossed
She will be my salvation
When I feel low, I've nowhere to go
She'll be my inspiration

Yeah, when my poor heart is breakin' apart
She'll pout it back together
She ain't the kind to show off her mind
But talkin' of love she's clever, yeah

Oh, honey (Oh, honey)
Oh, honey (Oh, honey)

She rarely spends time with her friends
Tells me she's blue without me
When things go wrong her faith is strong
I know she'll never doubt me

Yeah, when she arrives and stands by my side
Makes me so proud to know her
High-steppin' dames with high-soundin' names
There ain't nothin' they could show her, yeah

Oh, honey (My honey)
Oh, honey (Honey, honey)

Now I just wanna thank you, baby
For givin' me a brand new start
I was goin' down, you saved me
When you let me in your lovin' heart, yeah

Oh, honey (Talkin' 'bout you, honey)
Oh, honey (Honey)

Oh, honey (Beautiful honey)
Oh, honey (You make me feel so proud, so proud, baby)

Oh, honey (I'm proud of my baby, yeah)
Oh, honey

Songwriters: Ken Gold / Michael Denne

Oh Honey lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

 

Aretha Franklin - Daydreaming (1972)

A beautiful song by the Queen Diva of Soul Aretha Franklin. Don't cha just love her?

Queen Diva of Soul Aretha Franklin (March 25, 1942 - August 16, 2018)

This past week has been a rough one for the music world. We have lost one of the greatest vocalists of our time. Aretha Louise Franklin born in Memphis, Tennessee was one of the most recognized soul singers of this modern era. Growing up singing in the New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan where her father C.L. Franklin ministered, Aretha wowed the congregation with her beautiful voice.

Aretha started singing gospel music at age 12, traveling with her father as he went on his ministry to various churches. Her father helped her to sign here first record deal in 1956 with J.V.B Records.
She made the switch from gospel to secular music in 1960 at age 18 signing with Columbia Records. Her first secular album was released in 1961. From 1961 to 1966, Aretha recorded with Columbia then decided to sign to Atlantic Records. She recorded with Atlantic from 1967 to 1979 where she recorded hits such as "I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)" , "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" and the number 1 R&B chart topper "Something He Can Feel". Aretha left Atlantic for Clive Davis' Arista Records in 1980 where she recorded a duet with one of my favorite guitarist George Benson "Love All the Hurt Away". She was with Arista until 2007.

With for decades of music, there is no denying that this woman was and is the Queen Diva of Soul. This angel has impacted the world with her sultry voice. We are all blessed with the archives of music she has left for us. I have been listening to her music a lot lately. I am so thankful for this amazing woman. Peace and love to you all.

The Mack - Willie Hutch (1973)

   1. Vampin 2:45

   2. Theme Of The Mack 5:36  

 3. I Choose You 3:42  

 4. Mack's Stroll/The Getaway (Chase Scene) 3:08  

 5. Slick 3:36  

 6. Mack Man (Got To Get Over) 5:11  

 7. Mother's Theme (Mama) 3:56  

 8. Now That It's All Over 4:32  

 9. Brother's Gonna Work It Out 4:48

Curtis Mayfield - Kung Fu

This is the longest version of this song that I have ever heard. Love me some Mayfield!!! Check it out!!!

Superfly- Curtis Mayfield

1. Little Child Runnin' Wild                               5:23
2. Pusherman                                                 5:04
3. Freddie's Dead                                            5:27
4. Junkie Chase                                              1:36
5. Give me your love (Love song)                       4:14
6. Eddie You Should Know Better                     2:16
7. No Thing on Me (Cocaine Song)                    4:53
8. Think                                                          3:43
9. Superfly                                                      3:55

This movie soundtrack has got to be one of the greatest of all time. Released in 1972,  Superfly is a classic album. Rolling Stone magazine gave the soundtrack a rank of 69 in its list of the 500 greatest albums. My personal favorite from the album would beeee.....hmmm.....???? Every song on it is nice!! But since I'm gonna make a choice hmmmm...... Give me your love. Check it out. Let me know how you like it.

The Brides of Funkenstein - Love Don't Come Easy

I found this song on a cassette tape that I had called George Clinton and the P- Funk All-Stars. This tape had a lot of good songs on it. I used to pop it in the tape deck and let it ride. Unfortunately that tape deck ate my tape. I made attempts to repair it with the old clear scotch tape technique and eventually threw it away. No need for the tape. These songs are embedded in my memory. I will post more songs from this album as I find them. Hope you enjoy this selection.

Eddie Hazel - California Dreamin'

 The first time I heard this song, It was sang by Bobby Womack. I stumbled upon this version when I started researching Eddie Hazel's music. This a song from the his solo album "Game, Dames and Guitar Thangs". I love this version of "California Dreamin'". Listen to that Guitar! I love it!

Anita Baker- Whatever It Takes

When I think of Anita Baker, I think of a beautifully unique voice that gives me goosebumps when I hear it. She is truly a great example of a woman. Listening to the songs from this songstress helps me to understand things from a woman's perspective. With that jazzy, soulful voice Anita Baker expresses every note with feeling. She's a wonderful artist and I am very grateful that I grew up on her music. Check out her website here: http://www.anitabaker.com/

Curtis Mayfield - Love Me (Right in the Pocket) (1974)

Just found this song while surfing youtube. I never heard it before and I thought I would share it. I love it. This is that funky soul. Get yourself a little bit and let me know if you like it.

Sam Cooke - A Change Is Gonna Come

The Isley Brothers - Harvest for the World

1. Harvest for the World(Prelude)
2. Harvest for the World
3. People of Today
4. Who Loves You Better
5. (At Your Best) You Are Love
6. Let Me Down Easy
7. So You Wanna Stay Down
8.  You Still Feel the Need

This is a great album. It is definitely a classic. Check it out. Let me know how you like it.

Jon B.

Jon B is one of my favorite artists. Although he is not as old school as some of the artists featured on this blog, he is an artist that I listened to as a teenager. He is somewhat old school because he has at least 10 years under his belt as a major artist.
He made his way on the scene when he did a song called "Someone to Love" with Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds in the mid 90's. He also has a song with the late great Tupac Shakur called "R U still down". He has written and produced songs for Toni Braxton, After 7, and Color Me Bad.
Jon B was born Jonathan David Buck in Rhode Island in 1974. His father was a music professor and his mother was a concert pianist. His family was deeply rooted in classical music. He learned to play piano at age 9. He moved out to California at age 5 where he frequented his grandparents music store. There he heard artists such as Earth, Wind and Fire, the Bee Gees, and Donna Summer. As he got older some of his musical influences include Stevie Wonder and Babyface. Jon did not choose to go down the classical path. He liked music with a beat. In addition to the piano Jon B. plays the drums and bass guitar. After his success with "Someone to Love", labels didnt know how to accept him because he was a white guy who sang traditionally black music.
My perosnal favorite album is Cool Relax. Today Jon B is back with a new album and his own label. The album is called Hopeless Romantic. He has set the precedents for others who are now doing what he was doing 10 years ago. When asked his opinion on Robin Thicke he said "-they always ask me what do I think about his success, and I tell them straight up, I'm not worried about another grown man."
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The Great Al Green

Al Green is soul singer who's musical roots began in the South. Born in Forrest City, Arkansas, he and his brothers formed a gospel quartet named The Greene Brothers. They toured the southern circuit until the family moved to Grand Rapids, Michigan. Al's father kicked him out of the group because he was caught listening to Jakie Wilson.
After being removed from the group Al formed a group named Al Green and the Creations at age 16. The group had little success. Al went on to sign a record deal with Hi Records in 1969 releasing his first hit single "Tired of Being Alone" in 1970. He released the album Let's Stay Together in 1972. This album the first album to have Top 10 chart success. He followed with I'm Still in Love With You a few months later. This album reached number 4 on the pop charts. Songs like "Love and Happiness" and "I'm Still in Love With You" helped to make the album certified gold.
Through the 70's, Green produced and performed many more chart ranking songs and albums. In the late 70's and early 80's he decided to go back to his roots of gospel music. He performed and preached at his church and other churches. He has received many achievement awards for is contribution to Soul, R&B and Gospel music, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. He was also inducted into the Gospel Hall of Fame in 2004.
Al Green has been a consistent force in the soul music genre. An autobiography named Take Me to the River was released in 2000. He has been making good music for decades. His latest album was released in May of 2008. It is titled Lay It Down. It features production from ?uestlove of The Roots and collaborations with Anthony Hamilton and John Legend. The Reverend Al Green is definitely "one of the Greats" and deserves every standing ovation for his many accomplishments. He deserves many thanks for his inspirational, love filled music.

Cameo

Cameo is a funk band from the 70's and 80's era. The group was formed in 1974 and was originally named the New York City Players. The group changed its named to Cameo around 1977 after a label signing.
The lead vocalist/ songwriter is Larry Blackmon. Other members included Tomi Jenkins and Nathan Leftenant. Their debut album was called Cardiac Arrest. Some of my favorite songs are in my playlist. If you like some of the music, I suggest you purchase Casablanca's 1993 compilation The Best of Cameo.

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