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The Northern Soul Podcast

Colin Skehan
Northern Soul
Motown
Soul Music
Manchester
Wigan Casino
Detroit
Chicago
Twisted Wheel
Disco
Blackpool Mecca
R&B
Philadelphia
Edwin Starr
The Twisted Wheel
Funk
Ready Steady Go
Mod Culture
Mirwood Records
Modern Soul
Blackpool

60s Soul ,Discover Rare, obscure soul with The Northern Soul Podcast ,hosted by Colin Skehan,a devoted music enthusuiast and former Manchester club DJ,From the iconic Birch Hotel "Soul cellar " to underground soul scenes ,this podcast offers music enthusiasts an immersive journey into Northern Souls golden era through captivating stories and rare tracks .

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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 throu... more

The Record That Never Was – The Ian Levine Story

Tonight 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 Tow... more

Soul, Surf and Bernadette: The Great Cornish Road Trip of 1975

In 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... more

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 cl... more

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Ian Levine
DJ, producer, and label founder central to Northern Soul history
Independent producer/record label founder known for Motor City Records
Episode: The Rare Record That Never Was
Alan Byron
Director of Northern Soul Still Burning
Film
Episode: Still Burning Northern Soul
Edwin Starr
Soul legend known for the anthem 'War'
Motown Records
Episode: This is Northern Soul ! EP 10

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Colin Skehan
Host of The Northern Soul Podcast and former Manchester club DJ; consistently presents historical narratives and host-led explorations of Northern Soul venues, records, and culture.

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This is Northern Soul ! EP 10
Q: Why do you think the Motown thing was so big in the 1960s?
It was the generation of love, where people created lasting relationships, which reflects in the music from that era.
This is Northern Soul ! EP 10
Q: Did you ever meet Marvin Gaye?
Yes, he was a supporting act every time Marvin performed in England or Europe.
UK Northern Soul Legends ... Major Lance (Updated includes Extra Tracks)
Q: What was the first soul record that you ever listened to?
The host recalls discovering soul music in 1966 through a friend's older brother, who played various soulful tracks, particularly highlighting gladys Knight and the Pips' Just Walking My Shoes.

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This show offers a deep, narrative-driven exploration of Northern Soul, tracing how American soul sounds migrated to UK dance floors and evolved into a distinct regional movement. Across episodes, listeners are guided through club histories, legendary venues, and the community-driven culture that kept rare records alive, often weaving personal memories with historical context. The host's intimate storytelling blends meticulous track-focused storytelling with club-era anecdotes, highlighting the resilience, discovery mindset, and passion of collectors, DJs, and dancers. A notable strength is the seamless mix of archival history, venue lore, and human stories—creating a vivid, immersive picture of a music subculture that thrived on authentici... more

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