Beach/Shag CD of the Month

 

 

June 2009
Cagle & Nash
Soul Complete
(Self)

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Cagle & Nash serve up some delightful, easy listening R&B/jazz songs on their newest release Soul Complete. This delectable disc features a collection of well written lyrics of love lost and found while showcasing lead vocals that are solid and well polished.

The music flows with style and never falters while delivering the sounds of blues and the relaxing, fresh touch of R&B. An outstanding horn riff highlights "December" while the flute adds a soft and graceful touch. Another track which emphasizes the horn is "Information", as the solo is clean and crisp. Take note of the smooth and dynamic balance of harmonies with guest female vocalists on songs such as "Anywhere You Wanna Go" or "And Suddenly." If you like the songs of Steely Dan or Michael Buble, then Soul Complete is the next album you will want to hear.

- Radioindy.com

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May 2009
Various Artists
Summer Soulstice
(Forevermore Records)

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Track Listing:
. Who Stole My Radio - Tony Galla
. Mama Ain’t Drinking Liquor - Steven Thorne and the Most Powerful Band
. (So Long) Since I Felt This Way - Russell Thompkins, Jr.
. Just A Kiss Away - Jackie Gore
. Hot Stuff - Jay Proctor
. Turn Back The Hands of Time - Royal Drifters
. Ten Kisses - Terri Gore
. Come Back To Me - Billy Scott
. Obsession - Legendary Dukes
. You Don’t Miss The Man - Susan Trexler
. Do You Recall - Jackie Gore
. Keeping My Fingers Crossed - Russell Thompkins, Jr.
. Sixty Minute Man - Showvinistics
. Build A Love That’s True - Softones
. Love Don’t Come No Stronger - Craig Woolard

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April 2009
Gary Lowder
'Cuz It's You
(KHP Music )

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Last year, Gary Lowder made his “comeback” to the Carolinas very noticeable with his CD “Shag Bag”. That CD was great and definitely set the stage for what we would be now treated to from this talented performer.

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Kicking things is off is “L-O-V-E”. He does a great job on this Al Green classic. The next tune, “Tell Her” is one of my favorites on this CD. It’s an awesome smoothie and should pack the dance floor. The bass line doesn’t hurt either!

His remake of “‘Cuz it’s you Girl” proves that if you cover a song, do it different or better. He does satisfy that requirement.

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After these three songs, it’s time to get close with that special someone with his version of Gino Vanelli’s “I Just Wanna Stop”, then we hear his testimony of thanks with “Thank You For Lovin’ Me”. Perfect harmonies start off the Latin influence and horn laden “Suavecito”, which should also find favor with the dancers. His already popular “One Step Closer To Your Broken Heart” is next and is followed by another belly rubber, “Maybe This Time”, which also tells the story of what happens with many relationships. Lowder follows with an upbeat “club mix style” version of “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” that has you tapping your feet when you hear it. “Hold Me In Your Arms”, previously released on a compilation is also included. A killer sax intro kicks off the laid back “Been There Before” and the blues and rock tinged “Blue Blue World” (another of my favorites) caps off this twelve-track project.

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No matter what your taste in beach and shag music is, there is something here to please your musical palate. This is a “must have” in your CD collection.

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- Butch Halpin, Carolina Sounds Beach Show

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Beach/Shag Archives

November 2007	Jackie Gore	Soulful Provider	Forevermore Records
December 2007	Various Artists	An Ocean Drive Christmas	KHP Music
January 2008	Jim Quick & Coastline	Sneakin' Out Back	Landslide Records
February 2008	Ron Moody	Gon' Dance	Aron Music Productions
March 2008	Various Artists	This Is It!:  Carolina's Callin' Me	KHP Music
April 2008	Various Artists	Coast to Coast : Let's Dance	KHP Music
May 2008	Various Artists	Thinking About You	KHP Music
June 2008	Pat Carpenter	On Easy Street	KHP Music
July 2008	Rhonda McDaniel	Rhonda McDaniel	KHP Music
August 2008	Gary Brown	All Under One Roof	KHP Music
September 2008	Various Artists	Gettin' Ready For Showtime	KHP Music
October 2008	Various Artists	Forever Summer	KHP Music
November 2008	Various Artists	Locals Only	KHP Music
December 2008	Various Artists	Ocean Drive Christmas Vol. 2	KHP Music
January 2009	High Tide	Versatility	Quest Records
February 2009	Angel Rissoff	Nu Soul Stew	Angel Music
March 2009	Rev. Bubba D. Liverance & the Cornhole Prophets	Let My Peoples Dance	Ain't Bad Records
April 2009	Gary Lowder	'Cuz It's You	KHP Music
May 2009	Various Artists	Summer Soulstice	Forevermore Records
June 2009	Cagle & Nash	Soul Complete	Self

 

 

About the CD-of-the-Month Club

Members of the WSGE CD-of-the-Month Club receive a new CD each month hand-picked by our musical experts. This club is available in two musical genres - The Blend or Beach/Shag. Available at the $375 pledge level. Donate Now!

 

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