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The Northern Soul Podcast

This Is the Northern Soul Podcast, its a journey back to the golden years of Northern Soul, featuring the rare, obscure and unforgettable sounds that filled dancefloors throughout the 1960s and 1970s. This isn"t a history lesson from someone looking in from the outside—it"s told by someone who lived it. I was there during the boom years of soul and dance music, working as a DJ in Manchester"s clubs between 1974 and 1979, including the legendary Soul Cellar. I also owned an independent record shop

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00:29:02

The Lost Soul : The Original DJ sets 1970s

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/22

This episode returns to the foundations of a real working DJ culture between 1974 and 1978, drawn directly from original setlists played at the Soul Cellar (Del Cellar) beneath the Birch Hotel.Often overlooked in the wider history of Northern Soul, funk and early disco, venues like this were part of a much larger underground network of clubs, cellars and pub rooms that kept dance music alive across the UK. While the famous venues dominate the story, it was these smaller, uncharted spaces that formed

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00:31:43

This Weeks Top Five Northern Soul Clubs

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/20

This Week we count down the Top Five Northern Soul Clubs of all time.From underground venues and legendary all-nighters to dance floors that helped shape a movement we revisit the clubs that became the beating heart Northern Soul along the way I share memories from the scene ,stories from the dance floor and a personal moment for me from Blackpool in 1973 that has stayed with me since .its filled with rare records ,unforgettable nights and clubs that became part of music history Keep the

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00:16:55

This Weeks Top 5 Dance Floor Fillers

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/16

This week’s Top 5 heads onto the Northern Soul dancefloor with five records that continue to inspire collectors, DJs and soul fans alike. From overlooked gems to all-night dancefloor favourites, we count down a selection of tracks that helped define the sound of the scene.Featuring Ronnie McNeir with “Isn’t She A Pretty Girl”, Sam Ward’s “Sister Lee”, Skip Mahoney and the Casuals with “Janice Don’t Be So Blind”, The Soul Twins’ “Quick Change Artist”, and finishing at number one with NF Porter’s

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00:33:02

Northern Club Sounds of the 60s &70s

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/15

Step back into the 1960s and 1970s and discover the music that lived beyond the radio playlists.In this episode, we explore the records that weren’t always heard on mainstream stations but became legendary in clubs, dance halls and all-night sessions. From American soul imports and obscure 45rpm singles to the excitement of discovering sounds that felt exclusive and different, this is a journey into a hidden side of music culture.We look back at the influence of Radio Luxembourg, pirate radio and

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00:38:56

The Beat of British Soul , World Cup 66

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/11

Step back into the unforgettable summer of 1966, when England hosted and won the World Cup, Carnaby Street was at the heart of Swinging London, and a generation of Mods were discovering the sounds of American soul. In this episode, we journey through the legendary clubs that shaped Britain's soul scene, including the Scene Club, the Flamingo, the Ram Jam, Tiles and the Twisted Wheel. Along the way we explore the British artists who embraced the soul sound before Northern Soul had a name, including

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00:32:19

The Rare Record That Never Was

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/10

The Record That Never Was – The Ian Levine StoryTonight we explore the remarkable life and career of Ian Levine, one of the most influential and controversial figures in Northern Soul history.The story begins with a mystery: The Wrong Side of Town by The Four Vandals, a record that convinced many collectors they had discovered a lost 1960s soul masterpiece. But the truth behind the record would shock the Northern Soul world.From his early days as a Motown-obsessed teenager in Blackpool, through the

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00:50:07

Northern Soul,Surf & Bernadette

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/06

Soul, Surf and Bernadette: The Great Cornish Road Trip of 1975In this special episode, we leave the dancefloors of Northern England and head for the Atlantic coast on an unforgettable summer adventure.It's 1975. Northern Soul is at its peak, with thousands of young people travelling through the night to venues like Wigan Casino and Blackpool Mecca. But three friends from Manchester have a different destination in mind.Armed with a single road map, a stack of homemade C90 soul tapes, and an

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00:33:31

Echoes of the Lost 60s Soul Clubs

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/04

In this episode we journey beyond Wigan casino to explore the forgotten lost soul clubs of the Uk.From the Catacombs in Wolverhampton to the Blue orchid in Derby, and so many more Nationwide .Northern Soul has never really belonged to a single club ,a single city or even a single generation .It belongs to everyone who ever travelled through the night chasing a song they' d never heard before .Those forgotten records became treasured memories ,and those forgotten clubs became legends .

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00:29:09

Northern Soul Clubs of the 60s

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/06/02

In this episode ,we journey back to the ultra -cool mod clubs of the 1960s,where Northern Soul was born -not just in the north ,but across the UK we explore the forgotten dance floors of the twisted wheel ,the king mojo ,and the blue orchid ,and we remember how Television ,like ready steady go ,brought deep soul into our homes .Along the way we pay tribute to DAVE GODIN ,the man who kept the faith in deep soul ,guiding us to the most powerful ,emotional tracks .Join me as we celebrate the records

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00:40:35

The Last tram To Blackpool Mecca

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/28

In this special episode , we journey back to the golden age of the British seaside and the unforgettable world of Northern Soul.From steam trains and deckchairs to trams, illuminations and ballroom dancefloors, this is a deeply personal trip through the sights, sounds and strange magic of Blackpool in the 1960s and 70s.Through childhood memories of family holidays beside the sea, we explore how places like Blackpool became far more than holiday resorts for working-class Britain — they became places

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00:29:21

Northern Soul Boomer

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/26

In this episode ,we take a wry and honest look at the Northern Baby Boomer -often blamed for everything from housing crisis to modern living costs -but whose reality was far removed from today assumptionsGrowing up in post -war Northern England meant ration books ,outside toilets ,coal fires and hard graft in factories ,mills and steelworks .Yet from these tough beginnings emerged a generation that helped shape one of Britains most distinctive underground music cultures :Northern Soul .Blending

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00:56:59

The Sixties Rare Soul Session

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/24

Tonight it's back to the source - No polish No Compromise .Just rare soul-the records that never made the charts ,but made the dance floor move .This is the sound of forgotten America ,pressed in small runs buried on obscure labels ignored at the time ......then rediscovered by DJs who knew exactly what they were looking for .Fast beats ,raw vocals Pure emotion .built for dark rooms wooden floors ,and all night sessions where the music did all the talking .From the sixties vocal groups to the deep

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00:43:50

Northern Soul Years : 1974

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/21

This special feature episode of The Northern Soul Years ,We travel back to 1974 - a time when Britain stood on the edge of political uncertainty ,industrial decline and cultural change .Against the backdrop of strikes ,power cuts and economic unrest ,a generation of young working -class soul fans discovered escape on all-night dance floors of Northern England .This episode explores the rise of the legendary Wigan Casino ,along the iconic clubs like Blackpool Mecca ,twisted wheel and golden torch We

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00:29:55

Underground Soul of 1960s

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/12

This was the beginnings of Britains underground soul movement .In the basement clubs and hidden dance halls like the Twisted Wheel,King Mojo,and the Blue Orchard , Young music fans discovered rare soul from Shrine Record label and many more Tracks that became legends from records pressed in tiny numbers and forgotten in America -but here in the North and the Midlands they became something special . Please follow as this really helps ....

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00:33:06

Northern Soul 1973-Secret Soul (Revised Music)

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/07

1973 -This episode dives deep into the raw energy and elegance of Northern Soul at its peak -a time when dance floors were rules by rare 45s relentless rhythms ,and a devotion to discovering the unknown .We explore this year everything seemed to come together in 1973. And perhaps that's why the music from that era still feels so powerful today .It was discovered ,protected ,and loved by people who lived for the music itself . Please follow this show on Spotify it really helps ....

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00:30:58

Still Burning :Northern Soul Collecting

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/05/04

Tonights episode dives deep into the world of Northern Soul Collecting -where rare records ,hidden gems and timeless dance floor anthems define the culture .From its underground roots in the 60s and early 70s ,built in legendary clubs like wigan casino ,the twisted wheel ,the torch and Blackpool Mecca ,Northern soul has grown into a global movement -yet it still holds its core : discovery ,passion and authenticitywhether you are a lifelong collector or just discovering the scene this is a journey

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00:32:00

What Makes Northern Soul Northern?

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/04/28

In this episode ,We go beyond the labels to uncover the roots of one of Britains most enduring underground movements .From Dave Godin at Soul City to all-Night danceflooors of Wigan Casino ,this is the story of how rare American soul records found a second life in the north of England We explore the working class culture that shaped the scene ,the obsession with obscure vinyl and the connection between industrial Britain and the sounds of Detroit ,Chicago,and Philadelphia This isn't just about music

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00:40:08

Rare Grooves,Northern Soul Streams : Celebrating 20...

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/04/24

Tonights episode celebrates 20 years of Spotify, and the massive impact its had on how we discover and experience Northern Soul music.From the days of vinyl, All-nighters ,and DJ -led discovery ... to a world of instant access and algorithm -driven playlists ,this episode explores the journey from underground to global streaming .we dive into the iconic labels that helped shape the northern soul sound-including Okeh records,Ric Tic Records, Golden World records ,and Mirwood records -and how their

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00:33:15

1960s Soul All-nighter

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/04/20

Tonights episode takes you back to where it all began.from 1964-71 three clubs helped shape The movement that would change British music forever .We step inside Londons 100 Club,Manchesters Wheel and the underground Catacombs Club.Each venue had its own identity -Londons gateway to live American soul,Manchesters raw all-night energy and Wolverhamptons exclusive DJ driven rare groove scene -but together they built the foundation of what became Northern Soul.featuring hand picked tracks from the era

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00:33:32

Northern Soul : The Years before the Myth

The Northern Soul Podcast ·

2026/04/11

A personal journey through the early Northern Soul Scene -long before wigan Casino ,The Torch ,or the Blackpool Mecca became part of the story .This episode traces the real beginnings of a passion for soul music in Manchester ,from first hearing those powerful American voices in 1960s to basement clubs church halls, and early dance nights where the sound truly took hold .its a story of discovery -record shops ,DJs ,imported vinyl and growing underground culture that would later be called Northern

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