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Lawrence Hilton-Jacobs (born September 4, 1953 in New York City) is an American actor. He has appeared in a number of films and television programs, including Claudine (1974), Cooley High (1975), Roots (1977), Welcome Back, Kotter (1975), Bangers and Mash (1983), and The Jacksons: An American Dream (1992). He began his acting career in the summer of 1969 and graduated from the High School of Art and Design in 1971. Afterward, he studied acting with the world famous Negro Ensemble Company and the Al Fann Theatrical Ensemble. In 1975, he won the part of Freddie "Boom Boom" Washington on the ABC hit comedy series, Welcome Back, Kotter. Hilton-Jacobs starred in a few commercials over the years, including an early 1970s commercial for The United Negro College Fund. Getting a deal with ABC Records, Jacobs began as singer working with Lamont Dozier and released his first solo album on ABC Records in 1978. Lamont Dozier helped him on production and wrote most of the songs. One of

Curtis (Gino) Cary was an unknown singer. He was born and raised in Norfolk, Virginia. Cary came by his love and appreciation of music naturally on the street corners of Norfolk where he popped. Curtis began his professional music career in Norfolk, Virginia, when he became a member of a vocal group called the Anglos. Travelling from coast to coast in the US the group performed at such places as: The Uptown (Philadelphia), The Apollo (New York), The Regal (Virginia) and the Howard (Washington). He gained much valuable experience with the Anglos backing up such greats as Dionne Warwick, Curtis Mayfield , The Impressions, Jerry Butler and Sam Cooke. The group also achieved success with a few recordings of their own and it was with them that he first entered a recording studio. In 1972 Curtis formed his own showband and along with his friend Norris Vines placed audiences throughout Canada and the USA for more than 10 years. Based mainly in Toronto, however, the group spent a large perc

J.G.Lewis (AKA) Johnny Gilliam is one of the best singers with deep voice in Northern Soul scene. He was a singer from Pittsburgh. He has been recording for two decades. In the 60s he wrote tunes for Jimmy Ruffin, Tommy Hunt and Major Lance, besides serving The Marvelettes as musical director and road guitarist since 1964. In the 70s he did some recordings under the name “J.G.Lewis” on IX Chains Records in 1975 and 1976. One of them entitled " Let the music play " in 1975. Composed and produced by himself. Arranged by Richard Tee. Afterwards he released two singles entitled " Come back carol / It's true, it's true, it's only you " and " (Tonights the night) Love will make it alright / Thank you for loving me " as John Gilliam on ICA Records in 1977 and 1978 respectively. I chose the single " Come back carol ". Composed by himself. However once again he released a single as J.G.Lewis. He released a 7 incher entitled “

The day before yesterday night I went at the Halfnote to see Houston Person. I can’t describe how I felt when I met Houston Person. That was a great moment an unforgettable experience meting Houston in person. He is a great guy and very joyous person. For many years I have been collected many albums of him. For this reason I decided to present two of my favorites tracks of him The first track entitled " Disco Sax ". It was released on the album " Get Out'A My Way " on Westbound Records in 1975. It was recorded at Pac Three, Detroit Michigan. Arranged and conducted by Jimmy Roach. Produced by Bernard Mendelson, Jimmy Roach and himself. The second track entitled " Déja Vu ". It was released on the album " Pure Pleasure " on Mercury Records in 1976. It was recorded at Blue Rock Studios, New York. Arranged and conducted by Jimmy Roach. Produced Jimmy Roach, Robin McBride and himself. Note: The above posted tracks are not pla

This vocal group never made a truly bad record; they were too good a group. Their upbeat pop-like harmonies put a smile on your face and got your toes a-tapping, and the harmonies were simply ethereal. The ensemble was largely a brother’s act, consisting of lead singer Wes Wells , Alonzo Wells , George Wells , Leonard Truss and F.Allen . The group was formed on the West side in 1965, and not long afterward made its first record with veteran producer Al Smith on the Glow Star label, “ Crying Bitter Tears ”. The song featured excellent soul harmonies and used highly effective switch-off leads with falsetto the primary lead. “ The Flame Remains ” from 1966, was almost an equally appealing record, but neither record sold much. The Steelers only scored a national hit after they left Crash. The 1969 song “ Get it from the bottom ” written by Wes Wells and Al Smith and produced by Smith and Calvin Carter, was apparently impressive enough for Columbia to pick it up and release it on its

Nite Life was an obscure group from Canada. " What's on your mind " is another one of Tony Green's many disco obscurities. It was released on TGO Records ( Tony Green Organization ) in 1978. Tony is a producer, composer and label owner. He collaborated with many artists such as France Joli, Carolyne Bernier, Goldie Alexander, Geraldine Hunt, Freddie James. Produced by Tony Green and Nite Life. Arranged by Nite Life. Note: The above posted single is not played in full

Seven months ago, I had the pleasure to present one of my favorite songs by Brook Benton entitled " Glow Love ". Today I'm presenting one more song of him entitled " Jet ". In fact " Jet "is the flip side of " I cried for you ". " I cried for you " also he had released on Polydor Records in 1979. It was released on Catawba Records in 1982. This single is ultra rare and is not included on the site soulfulkindamusic which mentions his discography. Produced by Jimmy Nebb. Note: The above posted single is not played in full

I heard this song on ebay as a sample. The next time where I found it, I bought it immediately. Eric Jones was an unknown singer. He released this single on Ostay Music Co. Composed and arranged by himself. Produced by Brian Ostaszewski. Great vocals. Enjoy it. Note: The above posted single is not played in full It was very difficult to find information about Eric Jones

ONLY FOR COLLECTORS Jimmy Anderson (AKA James William Anderson III)(born 1947) is a singer, composer and producer. He was more known as a composer than as a singer. He wrote songs for the group called “ Exportations ” along with Clarence Rome. Today most of the collectors are looking for 7 inches by Exportations on Vir-Ro Records from 1980 and 81 respectively. Exportations released two singles on Vir-Ro Records entitled “ Find another day / I want you ” and “ Easy come easy go / You did it ”. In 1982 James and Clarence wrote one more song for the group entitled “ Party Down ” and it was released as a 7 incher and 12 incher on Birdie Records. Next year he released a single entitled “ You, Me And Love ” on Olam Records from Detroit. He recorded at The Disc LTD Studios Detroit. Greg Rielly is owner of the studio. Great musical backing by Detroiters William Green , Tony Willis , Aaron Willis , Curtis Sharp , Al Jones , and Harold Jones . Features backing vocals by Brand