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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Se Le Pega
Single - Released April 24, 2026

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Ace Cannon
Al Kent
Al Wilson
Alfreda Brockington
Andy Lewis
Barbara Perry
Benny Spellman
Betty Harris
Billy Butler
Bob & Marcia
Bob Brady And The Con Chords
Bobby Hebb
Boss Sound Manifesto
Chris Farlowe
Chuck Jackson
Cian Downing
Dave's Doors Of Perception
Death Of Guitar Pop
Dee Dee Sharp
Denise LaSalle
Derek Martin
Edgar Jones
Fay Hallam
Four Tops
Frank Popp Ensemble
Frank Wilson
Gene Chandler
George Jackson
Gloria Ann Taylor
Gloria Edwards
Gloria Jones
Gloria Lynne
Gloria Scott
Harvey Averne
Herman Rundberg
Jackey Beavers
Jasmine Kara
Jeb Stuart
Jez Dylan Bonham
Jimmy Burns
Jimmy James & The Vagabonds
Jimmy Lewis
Jimmy Phillips
Jimmy Radcliffe
Joe Renzetti
John Newman
Kelly Finnigan
Kiki Dee
Larry Banks
Lee Dorsey
Linda Jones
Liz Lands
Lorelei
Magnus Carlson
Marie Knight
Marvin Gaye
Men Of North Country
Mike Berry
Mike Vickers
Millie Jackson
Moonstone
Najma Khanum
New Street Adventure
Nick Corbin
Nolan Porter
P.P. Arnold
Penny Blacks
Perk Badger
Ramsey Lewis
Robert Parker
Ronnie McNeir
Roy Hamilton
Stone Foundation
The "5" Royales
The Apollas
The Chords UK
The Chosen Few
The Contours
The Devonnes
The Flirtations
The Foundations
The Inciters
The Mads
The Orlons
The Prisoners
The Rotations
The Satintones
The Seven Sounds
The Sha La La's
The Tams
The Tremolettes
The Utopians
The Wanderers
Timi Yuro
Tobi Lark
Tommy Ridgley
Tony Evans Connection
Trade Martin
Wendy Rene
Wilson Pickett
Marvin Gaye
John Newman
Kiki Dee
Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
The Foundations
Four Tops
Wilson Pickett
Bobby Hebb
Kelly Finnigan
The Contours
Edwin Starr
Dobie Gray
Barbara Lewis
Jr. Walker & The All Stars
Barrett Strong
Ramsey Lewis
Kim Weston
Lee Dorsey
Wendy Rene
Millie Jackson
Gene Chandler
The Originals
Archie Bell & The Drells
Nolan Porter
Gene McDaniels
Magnus Carlson
Al Wilson
Dee Dee Sharp
Joe Tex
Gloria Jones
Derek Martin
Eddie Holman
Freddie Scott
The Flirtations
Timi Yuro
The Chosen Few
The Exciters
Chairmen Of The Board
Frank Wilson
Barbara Acklin
The Tams
The Sapphires
Death Of Guitar Pop
The Mar-Keys
Evie Sands
The Orlons
P.P. Arnold
George Jackson
Linda Jones
R. Dean Taylor
Lord Tanamo
Danny Williams
Bob & Marcia
Roy Hamilton
Dave & Ansell Collins
Major Lance
Stone Foundation
Willie Mitchell
The Ad Libs
Denise LaSalle
April Stevens
Brenda Holloway
Gloria Ann Taylor
Marie Knight
Jackie Edwards
Frank Popp Ensemble
Len Barry
Chris Farlowe
The Mark-Keys
Burning Bush
Chuck Jackson
Billy Butler
Willie Tee
Eddie Parker
Betty Harris
Bill Black's Combo
Gloria Lynne
Jasmine Kara
The "5" Royales
The Cookies
The Showmen
Ace Cannon
The Professionals
Darrell Banks
Charles Sheffield
Ronnie McNeir
The Embers
Jimmy Radcliffe
Cliff Nobles
Dean Parrish
Jimmy James & The Vagabonds
Voices Of East Harlem
The Modern Ballroom Dance Band
Robert Parker
Mike Berry
Alfreda Brockington
Tuomo
Nick Corbin
Jez Dylan Bonham
The Prisoners