Jerry Butler & Debra Henry — “Don’t Be An Island”

Happy new week to everyone!

Battle of The Groups at the Apollo 1985

I had to share this one! It made my day. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.

Goodness! That Tempts line up was fantastic. 

What a mood mender … 

 

A Candle for Robert Gordon (March 29, 1947 - October 18, 2022)

When it comes to big voices, the female singer that instantaneously comes to mind is Timi Yuro. 

Her rendition of “It’s Only Make Believe” never fails to touch me. The other day, I came across a different version of the song by an artist I didn’t know up to now. Well, his genre was not one I am drawn to. Nevertheless, his voice fascinated me, especially because I thought Timi’s version almost paled against his. 

It was only yesterday when I sent that song to my sister. We had a great conversation about the power of music and how it can help in healing/overcoming all types of pain. (Our mother died Oct. 15th, 2003.) My sister looked Gordon up and found out that he had just died on the same day we were talking about his voice that reminded us somehow on Elvis Presley’s. 

Okay, here we go. 

RIP Robert Gordon

 

 

The Chocolate Buttermilk Band -- "Ain't No Way"

 

This song is from a group that was founded by Larry Akles in 1971 in Fayetteville, NC. According to Traxsource.com, they’ve been mostly active as a “cover and backing band.” Sadly enough, they never were successful outside the Southern US. 

In the 80’s, they released a few singles which are mostly heavy funk and can be found on Past Due Records. 

The only track I really, really love is today’s post. But, hey go and check the compilation of their songs out  on Youtube or at Traxsource. 

 

Arthur Adams & BB King -- "For The Long Haul"

 

  Some days are perfect to be dedicated to the blues ...