Soul Pod Classics

Story by: Gail Nobles Photo cover by: Gail Nobles Background Music: AI Voice Actor: Gail Noblr Vocals by: Gail Nobles Good evening, I'm Gail Nobles, and tonight we're taking a  look back at a unique musical moment in the mid-1950s. Let's talk about Al Jackson and His Fat Men, a rhythm and blues vocal group that made waves during this vibrant time in music history. Assembled in 1956 by Alexander Sh...

Music Intro made with: AI   Brass sound played by: Gail Nobles Speaking voices by: Gail Nobles Photo: Wikipedia Public Domain Philadelphia Soul: A Musical Revolution of the Late '60s and '70s Hello, I'm Gail Nobles. Welcome to Soul Styles. Philadelphia soul is a vibrant music genre that emerged in the late 1960s and 1970s. This style combines classic soul music with funky influences, creating a ri...

Intro by Gail Nobles Story by Gail Nobles Photo: Public Domain Wikipedia SOUL STYLES CARL DOUGLAS: Love, Peace & Happiness: A Classic Anthem for Unity In the world of music, few songs capture the essence of joy and unity like "Love, Peace & Happiness." This classic soul and disco track was created by Jamaican-British singer Carl Douglas and first released as a single in 1974. It later beca...

Intro by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Photo: Spotify Promo Card “Soul Styles: The Ovations – Memphis Harmony That Still Touches the Heart” Welcome back to Soul Pod Classics and our Soul Styles series. Today we’re stepping into the world of Memphis soul with a group that delivered pure heart and silky harmonies — The Ovations. If you love that warm, emotional Southern soul sound with a touch...

Intro: Gail Nobles  Podcast cover by:  Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles In the world of soul music, few songs capture heartfelt emotion quite like "Don't Leave Me" by Henry Lumpkin. Originally released in 1962, this track was the B-side to Lumpkin's single "What Is A Man (Without A Woman)" on the iconic Motown label. The song stands out not just for its stirring melody but also for its impressive...

Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Photo: Ewingmason - Own work Usage: CC BY-SA 4.0 In an exciting development for music lovers, SiriusXM has launched Smokey's Soul Town, an exclusive radio channel curated and hosted by the legendary Motown singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson. This new channel, which debuted in November 2023 on Channel 74, celebrates the rich sounds of classic soul, R&am...

Intro by: Gail Nobles Story by Gail Nobles Phoro: Wikipedia Public Domain In a surprising twist for its members, AARP, the well-known non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those aged 50 and older, is shining a spotlight on Motown's rich musical history. Originally focused on lobbying for important issues like Social Security and Medicare, AARP has broadened its offerings to i...

Story by Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Photo: Public Domain Wikipedia  Welcome to Soul POD Classics. I’m Gail Nobles. Today we’re going to talk about “Hey, Western Union Man": A Classic Soul Hit from 1968 In 1968, soul music took a big step forward with the release of "Hey, Western Union Man" by Jerry Butler. This catchy song, written by Butler along with songwriters Kenny Gamble and Leon H...

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Intro by Gail Nobles Story by Gail Nobles Photo : Spotify Promo Card Hello, I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for joining me on Soul POD Classics? Today. we’re going to talk about Patty and the Emblems. Patty & the Emblems, a pop group from Camden, New Jersey, made a splash in the 1960s with their catchy song “Mixed-Up, Shook-Up, Girl.” This song became their only hit, climbing into the Top 40 charts...

Story by Gail Nobles Music Intro by Gail Nobles Vocals by Gail Nobles Photo: Public Domain Wikipedia Photo 2: Spotify Photo Card Podcast Opening:** Goodevening, music lovers! Welcome to another exciting episode of Soul POD Classics. Today, we’re going to talk about two brothers who made waves in the music world during the early days of rock and roll. Frankie Lymon, the boy soprano known for his da...

Story by Gail Nobles Intro by Gail Nobles Photo: Spotify Promo Card Hello, music lovers! Today, we're turning the spotlight onto a fantastic vocal group from the 1950s that really made waves in the black pop scene: The Four Tunes. This talented quartet, made up of Pat Best, Jimmy Gordon, Jimmie Nabbie, and Danny Owens, captivated audiences with their smooth harmonies and soulful sound. One of thei...

Story by: Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Photo: Wikipedia Fair Use Hello Everyone! I’m Gail Nobles. Let’s talk about the incredible Hiroshi Sato, a true gem of Japanese music! Born on June 3, 1947, this guy was more than just a singer-songwriter—he was a key player in the jazz fusion and soft rock scenes back in the late '70s and '80s. They even call his style “city pop,” a smooth blend of f...

Story by Gail Nobles Music Intro by Gail Nobles Photo: Spotify Promo We're talkin' about a smooth crew called The Originals. These fellas were big shots on the Soul charts. In 1976, they decided to take a little trip. They packed their bags, dusted off their hearts, and slipped on their happy shoes! That's right, they were headin' **"Down to Love Town"**! This track is a solid gold disc-o-tech exp...

Story by: Gail Nobles Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Today we got a sound from the Motor City! That's right, we're talkin' about the fabulous Temptations and their smash, "The Way You Do the Things You Do"! This was the big one, the shot heard 'round the world that put the Tempts on the map! Penned by the poetic genius himself, Smokey Robinson, along with his Miracle-mate Bobby Rogers, this tune is so s...

Story by: Gail Nobles Keyboardest: Gail Nobles Photo: Spotify Promo Card There’s a song that’s filled with rhythm and soul! Let’s dive into the musical magic of the Spellbinders!, “Chain Reaction" may not have hit the Hot 100, but it went all the way up to the number 18 spot on the Bubbling Under Hot 100, proving that nothing can keep a good tune down! Released in 1966 as part of their album *The...

Photo: Columbia Records Usage: Wikipedia Public Domain Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Record Player effect: Pixabay.com Story by: Gail Nobles Hello, I’m Gail Nobles & you’re listening to Beneath the Hits on Soul POD Classics. Today’s topic: The Same Love That Made Me Laugh by Bill Withers. Alright, folks, let’s talk about “The Same Love That Made Me Laugh” by The Bill Withers, a tune that really spe...

Photo : Spotify Promo Card Keyboardist ending music:  Gail Nobles Vocal : Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Hi, I’m Gail Nobles & you’re listening to Soul POD classics. The timeless power of music to evoke emotion and tell a story. Candi Staton, with her soulful voice and heartfelt delivery, brought a touching narrative to life in her 1972 rendition of "In the Ghetto." Opening with the stark i...

Story by Gail Nobles Intro Gail Nobles Photo by Raph_PH - SWonderBSTHyde060719-72 Wikipedia CC BY 2.0 In "He's Misstra Know-It-All," a highlight from Stevie Wonder’s groundbreaking 1973 album *Innervisions*, we encounter the all-too-familiar character of the “know-it-all.” The song cleverly critiques the blend of arrogance, deceit, and the superficiality that often comes with a false sense of know...

Story by: Gail Nobles Photo by: Wikipedia - Public Domain Voice actress: Gail Nobles Good evening, I’m Gail Nobles, and today, we embark on a soulful journey through the life of a woman whose voice not only captured hearts but also transformed the musical landscape: Aretha Franklin. .Aretha, known as the "Queen of Soul," blended gospel and blues music, creating a powerful sound that connected with...

Photo: Wikipedia Usage: CC BY-SA 2.0 Story by: Gail Nobles Well, let's step back in time for a moment to December 26th, 1962. Detroit, Michigan, a city humming with the energy of the auto industry and a burgeoning music scene. And there, on page 16 of the Detroit Free Press, we find a fascinating glimpse of a local entrepreneur on the rise. Ken Barnard, a staff writer for the Free Press, profiled...

Intro by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Photo: Wikimedia Public Domain JAMES BROWN! The Hardest Working Man in Show Business, the Godfather of Soul, Soul Brother Number One! He was a singer, he was a *force* of nature, a *movement*! He started out at King Records back in '56. King gave him the launchpad, and he blasted off! But the man was too big to be contained. He had a vision, a sound, a *...

Photo: Spotify Promo Intro: Gail Nobles Tonight, we're takin' a trip across the big pond, all the way to the vibrant heart of Togo, because I've got a story that'll have you boppin' in your seats! This is the story of the *one and only* – AFIA MALA! Now, back in '74, this young lady, she was *cookin'*! Straight outta Vogan, she was crowned the Best Togolese Singer of the Year! Yeah, you heard me r...

Keyboardist: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Photo: Public Domain Wikipedia Today, we’re talking about a real soulful brother who had a pen and a voice that could move mountains: Sir Mack Rice! Yeah, that's right, the man behind "Mustang Sally," that scorchin' slab of soul that gets everyone swingin' their hips! AND, he co-wrote "Respect Yourself," a message we ALL need to hear. But hold on, the...

Music Intro by:  Gail Nobles Beat and bass:  Remix live Horns and Strings by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Voices by: Gail Nobles Photo: Public Domain Wikipedia  Today I'm talkin' 'bout the super-freaky, stone-cold groover, the one and only... RICK JAMES! Hi! I’m Gail Nobles and you’re listening to Soul POD Classics. Back in '73, he inked a deal with A&M, slingin' out "My Mama" and igniti...