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Downtown Soulville with Mr. Fine Wine | WFMU

Mr. Fine Wine and WFMU
Soul Music
WFMU
New Orleans
Soul 45s
Detroit
Motown
Mardi Gras
Northern Soul
Music
New Orleans Soul
Betty Harris
Downtown Soulville
Gospel Music
Joseph Maryland
Halloween
Alan Toussaint
WFMU Record Fair
New Jersey
Diamond Joe
Pat Lewis

One hour; 23 or 24 soul 45s.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes105Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulvlile" - 45

Music behind DJ:

David Michael - "Wow!" - 45

Betty Everett - "My Love" - 45

King Coleman - "Crazy Feeling" - 45

Pat Patrick - "I Ain't Done Nothin' to You" - 45

Gary U.S. Bonds - "She's Alright" - 45

J... more

Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45

Music behind DJ:

Bill Doggett - "Sapphire" - 45

The Kavettes - "I've Got a Story to Tell You" - 45

Jame T. Horn - "The Glory Bound Train" - 45

Merle Spears and the Treats - "I Want to Know" - 45

Martha ... more

Chuck Edwards - "Downtown Soulville" - 45

Music behind DJ:

The Playboys - "Switch Blade" - 45

The Showmen - "Our Love Will Grow" - 45

The Bobbettes - "Happy Go Lucky, Me" - 45

Tommy Bush - "I Don't Like It" - 45

Leontine Dupree - "Waiting for M... more

Detroit Emeralds - "Show Time" - (single) [0:00:00]

Shirley Ellis - "Soul Time" - (single) [0:03:13]

Bob & Earl - "Dancin' Everywhere" - (single) [0:05:52]

George Torrence & the Naturals - "(Mama Come Quick, and Bring Your) Lickin' Stick" - (singl... more

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Recent Guests

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Host

Mr. Fine Wine
Host of Downtown Soulville; long-running DJ and curator with a focus on deep soul and 45s; appears across most episodes with guest interactions and pledge appeals

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Thank you Mr. Fine Wine

    Without this, my family would have to argue about what to listen to in the car. This show is ALWAYS excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chuckiesparkles
    United States10 months ago
  • UK Expat from NJ

    Brought Mr Fine Wine with me to England , couldn’t live without this show…Thanks, WFMU

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wdhinbvfbnlo,hf. gr
    United States2 years ago
  • The best podcast I have ever found. And soul is not even my favorite genre.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    wmute
    3 years ago
  • The best soul show ever!

    Fantastic show, quite unknown soul music

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maguado00
    Spain4 years ago
  • Amazing and relaxing show

    I've been listening to this show for well over 106! Highly recommended Mr. Fine Wine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joaoreina
    France6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Appreciation for obscure tracks, record history, and the host's storytelling comes up repeatedly as a major draw.
Listeners praise the show's curated deep cuts and warmth of hosting, calling it essential weekly listening.
Fans highlight community, fundraising energy, and the station's archive-driven vibe as key strengths.

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Marathon week 2 from Mar 14, 2025
Q: Have you ever DJed in Belgium?
Yes, and although they enjoy my music, sometimes they had to speed up my records because they felt I was playing too slow.
Marathon week 2 from Mar 14, 2025
Q: What is popcorn music?
Popcorn music refers to a sub-genre of soul, characterized by slower beats and a mid-tempo sound, often associated with dancing.

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A long-running one-hour music show focusing on deep soul, R&B, and related 45s from the 1960s–70s, often curated around themes, rarities, and archival labels. Episodes blend track-by-track storytelling with personal anecdotes about collecting, record hunting, and the local radio community, plus occasional live fundraising segments and guest hosts. The host's passion for obscure cuts, historical context, and vinyl culture gives the program a nostalgic, insider feel that appeals to collectors, vinyl enthusiasts, and longtime listeners who crave deep cuts and thoughtful curation. Noteworthy are the strong community connections, recurring fundraisers, and rotating guest hosts who bring fresh perspectives while maintaining the signature warm,DJ-... more

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