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 .Every episode features authentic Northern Soul and Soul music from the 60s and 70s
This is Northern Soul!
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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 .Every episode features authentic Northern Soul and Soul music from the 60s and 70s
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Recent Episodes
July 18, 2026
The Birth Of Northern Soul
<p>Before Wigan Casino became the most famous name in Northern Soul, there were two clubs that laid the foundations of a movement.In this episode of This Is Northern Soul, we travel back to the mid and late 1960s to explore the legendary Twisted Wheel in Manchester and the iconic Golden Torch in Stoke-on-Trent. Discover how these groundbreaking venues became the home of rare American soul records, pioneering DJs, unforgettable all-nighters and a new generation of dancers searching for the perfect beat.We'll trace the story from the Mod era and the rise of obscure imported soul singles, to the influential DJs Roger Eagle, Bob D, Keith Minshull and Colin Curtis, whose passion for rare records helped shape what we now know as Northern Soul.Featuring personal memories, fascinating history and the music that defined an era, this episode uncovers how two remarkable clubs changed British music culture forever.</p><p><br /></p>
July 9, 2026
Blueprint For Northern Soul
<p> In this episode, we rewind to the summer of 1966, tracing the roots of Northern Soul from Detroit's bustling studios to the underground energy of the Catacombs in Wolverhampton. Featuring rare cuts from Shrine Records, overlooked Motown gems from artists like Chris Clark and The Monitors, and the scene that shaped a culture, as DJs and dancers pursued the thrill of discovering the next forgotten record. Relive the sounds that defined a generation and kept the dance floors moving all night long.<br /></p>
July 5, 2026
My Northern Soul -A Journey For All of Us
<p>This week Episode ,I'm sharing my own Northern Soul story.From the unforgettable lunchtime school discos where I first heard those magical sounds, to the Sunny Coffee Bar in Ashton-under-Lyne and the legendary Birdcage nightclub, this is the journey that sparked a lifelong passion for soul music.Along the way, I'll be playing the records that shaped my life—rare, iconic and unforgettable tracks that eventually led me to become a DJ, own my own independent record shop, and spend the golden years of 1974 to 1979 behind the decks in Manchester clubs.But this episode isn't just about me.It's about all of us.Where did your Northern Soul journey begin? What was the first record that stopped you in your tracks? I'd love to hear your memories because every Northern Soul fan has a story to tell.Join me as we celebrate the music, the memories, and the friendships that make Northern Soul more than just a scene—it's a way of life.</p><p>Id love to know what your Northern Soul means to You , leave your views in the comments thanks ....</p>
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