Sandra Phillips - She didn't know

From her only album "Too many people in one bed", here's one more "wife talks to lover" - song by Sandra Phillips. The whole album would deserve more attention and certainly a better review on allmusic.com.

Father and daughter Johnson

Syleena Johnson is the daughter of underrated soul singer Syl Johnson. In 2005 she issued her CD Chapter 3 with the appropriately titled "Slowly". The album cover says it all.






Compare with Syl Johnson's "Is it because I'm black". The track is an all-time favourite, but the cover is definitely not as attractive.

Major Harris - Love won't let me wait

In the summer of '75, Major Harris landed a hit with the ballad "Love won't let me wait". Formerly a member of the Delfonics, he later joined them again when his solo career lacked success. Notorious backing vocals were provided by Barbara Ingram.

Candi Staton - Here I am

Candi Staton will release a new CD, Life Happens, in May this year. From 40 years ago, 1974, comes her  "Here I am again" .

Betty Everett and Jerry Butler - Let it be me

I just learned that this beautiful song is a cover of a song by french chansonnier Gilbert Bécaud, "J'appartiens" from the mid-50's. Also covered by the Everly Brothers, the Everett/Butler version however is THE definitive version.

Bobby Bland - 36-22-36

Bobby Bland as a starting point. 36 - 22 - 36 is from the early 60's and has a fantastic groove. A true five star song.