Album lore

The Old Town & Barry Soul Survey, released by Old Town Records in March 2005, assembles 26 rhythm and blues tracks that trace the label’s mid-century catalog and its resonance within the northern soul and stomper scenes. This compilation gathers selections such as “If I Had Known” and “Try Love (One More Time),” showcasing the label’s signature blend of heartfelt vocal performances and tight, danceable arrangements. The featured track “I’m So Glad” exemplifies the upbeat, groove-driven style favored by collectors and DJs alike.Though Old Town Records is chiefly remembered for its rhythm and blues output, this survey serves as a concise archive of the label’s soul lineage. The included pieces maintain a raw, emotive quality that has earned them a modest but dedicated listenership, with close to a thousand scrobbles on Last.fm. For crate-diggers and DJs in search of authentic northern soul signals, this collection offers a rich artifact from a pivotal era of American R&B.

Album lore

The Old Town & Barry Soul Survey, released by Old Town Records in March 2005, assembles 26 rhythm and blues tracks that trace the label’s mid-century catalog and its resonance within the northern soul and stomper scenes. This compilation gathers selections such as “If I Had Known” and “Try Love (One More Time),” showcasing the label’s signature blend of heartfelt vocal performances and tight, danceable arrangements. The featured track “I’m So Glad” exemplifies the upbeat, groove-driven style favored by collectors and DJs alike.Though Old Town Records is chiefly remembered for its rhythm and blues output, this survey serves as a concise archive of the label’s soul lineage. The included pieces maintain a raw, emotive quality that has earned them a modest but dedicated listenership, with close to a thousand scrobbles on Last.fm. For crate-diggers and DJs in search of authentic northern soul signals, this collection offers a rich artifact from a pivotal era of American R&B.