*NEW* Harmony Of The Soul Vocal Groups 1962-1977

Here is the latest release from the good people at Ace Records. This one has some solid slow ballads that will make it a must have for any serious soul ballad lover. Highlights include "Without A Word" by The M-M's And The Peanuts, "Whatcha Gonna Do Baby" by The Lovers, "Girl, Girl, Girl" by The Determinations, "Is Love For Real" by Bobby Moore And The Rhythm Aces, "Don't You Make Me Blue" by The Fabulous Determinations and "Crying Bitter Tears" by The Steelers.
8 out of 10

The Renfro Soul Story

The only high point on this release is "New Girl In The Neighborhood" by The Attractions. If you have the Soul Grooves CD collection you get that plus many of the other tracks on this release. You won't miss much passing this one up.
1 out of 10

Los Angeles Soul

The only stand out on this release is Jimmy Bee's cover of "I Only Have Eyes For You". I Skipped through the rest of the material rather quickly.
2 out of 10

Ty Karim

The nice jam on this release is "Wear Your Natural, Baby" (as Towana And The Total Destruction). You are best off picking that up on Soulful Thangs Vol. 6.
1 out of 10

The Northern Soul Of L.A.

I picked up the first volume solely for the Young Hearts's uptempo take on "Beginning Of The End" but then I had to have the second disc to complete the set knowing it is all upbeat. A few decent tracks such as "Shy Guy" by Bobby Mac, "I Thought You Were Mine" by The Natural Four and "My Poor Heart" by The Sunlovers. Might be a treasured collection for the northern soul fan but not much to offer if you are seeking ballads.
2 out of 10

Soul City Los Angeles

A nice collection of obscure early R&B sounds. Highlights include "The Smile" by The Simms Twins, "This Is The Nite" by The Valiants, "Oh No" by The Robins, "Glory Of Love" by The Velvetones and "Yellow Moon" by The Viscaynes. It will take a dedicated Doo Wop fan to truly appreciate this release.
4 out of 10

Doo Wop Delights: The Los Angeles Groups

Early R&B sounds from my home city of Los Angeles. Highlights here are "Love Only You" by The Feathers, "Darling" By The Dynamics, "Why Did You Go Away?" by Henry Strogin And The Crowns, "Did She Leave You" by The Marvels and "Until You Say We're Through" by The Bonnevilles. This CD is recommended for the hard core Doo Wop fan.
5 out of 10

The Best Doo-Wops Of Eldo Records

A very nice mellow Doo Wop ballad in "Baby I Love You So" by The Tri Dels made this pick up well worth it. Other notable tracks are "Blue Mood" by Julie Steven And The Premiers and the couple of tracks by Little Julian Herrera. Sound quality varies a bit.
4 out of 10

The Legendary Dig Masters

The first three volumes focused on blues and boogie. With volume 4 we start getting into the vocal group sounds with some very nice and obscure ballads. Highlights include "My Darling" by The Premiers, "My Baby Doll" by The Gladiators, "A Dying Love" by The Jayos, "In Exchange For Your Love", "Symbol Of Heaven", "Here In My Arms" and "Lonely Lonely Nights" by Little Julian Herrera, "Star of Love" by Tony Allen, "I'm in Love" by The Teenettes, and "Don't Ever Leave Me" by Sugar Pie And Pee Wee. Excellent sound quality, highly recommended for the dedicated Doo Wop fan. I do not listen much at all to the blues so this rating is only for volumes 4 and 5.
6 out of 10

Earth Angel The Dootone / Dooto Records Story

All standard tracks on this 2 disc, well priced release. Highlights include tracks by The Medallions, The Cuff Links, The Penguins, The Fabulous Pearls, Charles McCullough And The Silks and The Dootones. Excellent sound quality.
5 out of 10