
Secret Soul comes from the City of Manchester, UK — widely regarded as the birthplace of Northern Soul. Presented by Colin Skehan, a lifelong music enthusiast who worked as a Manchester club DJ throughout the 1970s and early 1980s. Colin was a resident DJ at the Soul Cellar Bar at the Birch Hotel in Ashton-under-Lyne, spinning records during the formative years of the Northern Soul movement. Betwe... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 76 | Founded | a year ago |
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From the raw emotion of southern soul to the polished grooves of Chicago and Philadelphia ,from gospel roots to northern soul dance floor favourites ......every track in this episode carries a story .
This episode we revisit the spirit of the scene ... more
its personal, and tonight we journey from the raw underground energy of Northern Soul to the rise in the 1970s Britain -told through the eyes of a working DJ
From Local venues like The Birdcage ,to the unforgettable atmosphere of the Soul Cellar ,t... more
Everyone's got their own idea of what soul is ....
some say its the voice ,some say its the groove ...
but tonight its a blend .
and like a good cup of tea ...it needs time to brew
Tonight, we dive deep into authentic Northern Soul from Chicago Detroit and Memphis - the grooves ,the harmonies ,and the heart of 1960s and 70s soul scene .from rare Philly harmonies to Chicago gospel -infused tracks .
discover the stories behind t... more
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The show centers on Northern Soul and the Manchester scene, tracing its roots through clubs, DJs, and the culture that built a lasting vinyl-focused community. Episodes explore pivotal venues, legendary DJs, and the networks that sustained the movement— from Twisted Wheel to regional record shops and long-running clubs—while highlighting rare tracks, personal anecdotes, and the social energy that keeps the scene alive today. Listeners gain a curated mix of historical context, musical storytelling, and intimate memories that connect generations of enthusiasts and dancers who keep the spirit of Northern Soul vibrant.
A standout angle is the strong emphasis on place and provenance: the city's spaces, record shops, and micro-histories shape th... more
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