Primarily focusing on American Soul, R&B and Funk music presented on the glorious 45 format. I'll be posting write ups of some of my favorite records along with longer mixes.

All tracks come from vinyl that's in a box somewhere in my room.

I regularly DJ here in western mass (and nearby) with my homeboy DJ Cashman and a bunch of other great folks. If you're in the area be in touch if you're interested.

If you have any questions or corrections: gwmyers@gmail.com

Feel free to share and repost. Where possible always try to support artists and record stores!

Enjoy!

George / Snack Attack
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The Tams “What Kind of Fool (Do You Think I Am?)” (ABC-Paramount, 1964) (Click title to download) Today’s Thanksgiving post comes courtesy of The Tams.  Hailing from Atlanta, GA “What Kind of Fool” was The Tams biggest hit.  After some success in the early 60’s on the Philly based Arlen label (with a Joe South penned song no less), The Tams moved over to ABC where they immediately hit gold with today’s record.  Though they didn’t make too much more noise on the charts (until the 70’s and 80’s, gaining popularity in the Beach Music/Shag and UK Northern Soul scenes) their output in the 60’s isn’t overlooked due to lack of quality (Laugh It Off and Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy are personal favorites). Named for their signature Tam O’Shanter hat The Tams were of the well dressed, choreographed dance move mold and were (and evidently still are!) great performers and as is obvious on this record, outstanding musical talents.  The song itself has most of the music pushed to the back of the mix allowing the vocals to carry the weight of the song. An easy to come by and affordable record, no reason you shouldn’t add it to the T section (or Atlanta section) of your collection. Enjoy!

The Tams “What Kind of Fool (Do You Think I Am?)” (ABC-Paramount, 1964)

(Click title to download)

Today’s Thanksgiving post comes courtesy of The Tams.  Hailing from Atlanta, GA “What Kind of Fool” was The Tams biggest hit.  After some success in the early 60’s on the Philly based Arlen label (with a Joe South penned song no less), The Tams moved over to ABC where they immediately hit gold with today’s record.  Though they didn’t make too much more noise on the charts (until the 70’s and 80’s, gaining popularity in the Beach Music/Shag and UK Northern Soul scenes) their output in the 60’s isn’t overlooked due to lack of quality (Laugh It Off and Be Young, Be Foolish, Be Happy are personal favorites).

Named for their signature Tam O’Shanter hat The Tams were of the well dressed, choreographed dance move mold and were (and evidently still are!) great performers and as is obvious on this record, outstanding musical talents.  The song itself has most of the music pushed to the back of the mix allowing the vocals to carry the weight of the song.

An easy to come by and affordable record, no reason you shouldn’t add it to the T section (or Atlanta section) of your collection.

Enjoy!