Northern Soul

Northern soul is a music and dance movement that emerged in the north of England during the late 1960s. It is characterized by its rich emotional intensity, fast-paced rhythms, and a deep-rooted connection to the Motown sound, with a particular affection for lesser-known tracks and artists. The genre encapsulates a wide range of American soul music that found a fervent audience among British youth, creating an enduring subculture with all-nighter dance events. Northern soul's sound is marked by heavy beats, smooth yet powerful vocals, and an overriding theme of love and heartache. Artists associated with the genre, such as Edwin Starr and The Vibrations, showcase an energetic performance style and passionate vocal delivery that define the distinct and vibrant essence of northern soul, making it a unique and influential chapter in the history of music and youth culture.

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Moving at the Go-Go
Single - Released August 9, 2024

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Al Wilson
Archie Bell & The Drells
Bobby Hebb
Brenda Holloway
Chuck Jackson
Darrell Banks
Dean Parrish
Dobie Gray
Eddie Holman
Eddie Parker
Edwin Starr
Frank Wilson
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Freddie Scott
Gene Chandler
J.J. Barnes
Jimmy Burns
Jimmy James & The Vagabonds
Jimmy Radcliffe
Joe Tex
Kim Weston
Linda Jones
Major Lance
Marvin Gaye
R. Dean Taylor
The Artistics
The Contours
The Exciters
The Flirtations
The Originals
The Tams
The Vibrations
Marvin Gaye
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Bobby Hebb
The Contours
Edwin Starr
Dobie Gray
Kim Weston
Gene Chandler
The Originals
Archie Bell & The Drells
Al Wilson
The Exciters
Joe Tex
The Flirtations
Freddie Scott
Eddie Holman
Frank Wilson
The Tams
Linda Jones
R. Dean Taylor
Major Lance
Brenda Holloway
Chuck Jackson
Eddie Parker
Darrell Banks
Jimmy Radcliffe
Dean Parrish
Jimmy James & The Vagabonds
The Vibrations
Jimmy Burns
J.J. Barnes
The Artistics