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A precise definition of Northern Soul is a tough job. As a movement, its ability to adapt and embrace different styles has helped to make and keep it special. Lovers of Northern Soul, early Motown and such like.... if you know what an "All-Nighter" really is, this is the group for you.

Novices could try starting here: Tr1xx: My Northern Soul Top 100

The NS 'scene' is currently stronger than ever. Initially popular throughout the 70's, the rare soul scene has exploded recently. Partly nostalgia, but also fuelled by an unprecedented media interest in the music, and most importantly, stoked by the embers that never died in the hearts of soul fans.

The late great John Peel once said "Northern Soul is the only true underground music scene"

In fond memory of:
* The Torch &
* The Twisted Wheel
... and of course...
* The Wigan Casino, which ran from 1973 until 1981 and was at one point voted the best disco in the world by Billboard magazine.

"Keep The Faith" at LastFM
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  • Geeze61

    Outstanding nights too mate !! :) KTF

    last month

  • Soul2Deep

    Happy Days (:o) alright lads ....hiya ((( girls)))

    March 2012

  • natalie0790

    www.soundcloud.com/subcultured my own online radio show playing the best from northern soul, 60s, motown, indie, psychedelia, freakbeat, mod, britpop, ska tunes and if you love to dance or dress smart, you will love my show. Online now to listen and download.

    January 2012

  • Tr1xx

    Play or download the legendary Ian levine's "Solid Soul Sensations" Northern Soul podcast at http://soundcloud.com/ian-levine/solid-soul-sensations-podcast - it's three hours long (169MB) and contains loads of obscure but nevertheless enjoyable soul tracks that I must confess I've never heard before. Only for the real officianados (smooth soul, no stompers).

    January 2012

  • LOVES-DESIRE

    Happy Holidays to everyone and have a fantastic New Year (2012)

    December 2011

  • metawirt

    The day starts better with a bit of that tag radio!

    December 2011

  • Tr1xx

    Ah yes, Northern Soul... The elixir, the fountain of eternal youth says Pete Waterman

    December 2011

  • Tr1xx

    Short notice for this I know, but UK residents, (and anyone else with Internet radio) should catch the legendary Pete Waterman's "Too Darn Soulful" on BBC Radio Two at 10pm tonight, 20 December: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0186ss5 (It should also be on BBC Radio iplayer for a week, and MAY be available as a downloadable podcast afterwards). For any Tweeps out there, Pete is on Twitter @PWEofficial. On a related topic . . . keep a lookout for upcoming movie "Northern Soul" directed by Elaine Constantine. I'm sure this will be getting some major publicity soon http://www.northernsoulthefilm.com and on twitter @nsoulthefilm . They're looking for dancers, extras and anyone out there with money to invest

    December 2011

  • orang_gila

    hello Northern Soul! Greeting peace and love for all..

    December 2011

  • seasiderone

    RIP Dobie Gray

    December 2011

  • Donnysoulman

    Quality !!

    November 2011

  • ritesofspring

    i can't get this out of my head right now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lGndgrhHVRY

    October 2011

  • ritesofspring

    Love this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ffght7qacM

    September 2011

  • muzikphreak

    Just listening to Frank Wilson's "Do I Love You (Yes I Do)" - bringing back great memories of all-nighters back in the 70's ...

    August 2011

  • bananachism

    http://jukebox-queen.blogspot.com/ 60s and 70s style and culture

    July 2011

  • Plastinaca

    Rip Amy:(

    July 2011

  • ritesofspring

    I don't know either, funny because everyone knows Seven Days.

    February 2011

  • thetrogg

    can anyone here tell me who Chuck wood was, i cannot find anything about him on the internet and that is unusual ... Seven Days Too Long is a great track

    January 2011

  • emperortamarin

    http://www.last.fm/group/Great+Big+Kiss is a group for a new London club night. 60s sounds only, but plenty to keep NS hearts happy... cheers

    January 2011

  • ritesofspring

    Just seen the movie SoulBoy http://www.soulboythefilm.com A bit weak on the storyline, but some great tunes in there. Worth a look...

    January 2011
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