We worry that "Soul" as a genre is dying; these days, "RnB" and "Urban" prevail, but what has happened to the soul? Here we feature some of the great singers and others who represent the very ethos of soul music, and hope to introduce you to many artists, broadcasters and producers who do not get the recognition that they deserve! 
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DON BLACKMAN
Category: Soul Sounds
Don is simply a genius. Singer, songwriter, musician, we cannot understand why more of the world has not embraced Don's fantastic music. His 1982 self entitled album is a modern classic.
BB&Q / CURTIS HAIRSON
Category: Soul Sounds
Curtis Hairston's amazing voice appeared on some of the definitive soul tracks of the 1980s, both with the Brooklyn Bronx & Queens (BB&Q) band and also as a fantastic solo artist. Sadly he is no longer with us.
CHANGE
Category: Soul Sounds
If one band epitomised everything that was good about 80's soul , it was probably Change. It's the Luther Vandross vocal on Glow of Love & Searching everyone remembers, but Change offered so much more.
GLENN JONES
Category: Soul Sounds
Glenn Jones has, without question, one of the most incredible voices in the world - few could come near to his amazing range. Over the years, he has released some of the most soulful tracks ever made, and deserves greater recognition.
SHAUN ESCOFFERY
Category: Soul Sounds
Sean proves that there are still amazing, young soul singers out there. But sadly also demonstrates that they do not get the recognition that they deserve. A fantastic voice, carrying on where Donny Hathaway left off. Let's hope his new album is a success!
SOS BAND
Category: Soul Sounds
One of the soul supergroups of the 80's, with an instantly recognisable sound which has stood the test of time so very well. Incredibly well crafted masterpieces that deserve a new audience.
STREETSOUNDS
Category: Soul Sounds
We couldn't include a soul section without profiling the series of LP's that helped to change the face of soul music in the UK. Each one of the series served up the greatest tracks of their day, and sound just as fresh today.
TEDDY PENDERGRASS
Category: Soul Sounds
A true soul legend, having recorded many of the greatest soul tracks of all time. Somehow, he fails to get the recognition and airplay that his genius and talent warrant. Has released dozens of great albums and continues to produce fantastic music.
GREG EDWARDS
Broadcaster
Greg has been pioneering soul music since the early 70's, a rare breed of broadcaster who both entertains and educates. There's no-one quite like Greg and many soul artists wouldn't be where they are today without him. A true legend.
MASTER J
Broadcaster
Master J has presented the incredible Soul AM on Unknown FM for over five years - a haven for lovers of the best in soul. Listeners are treated to the finest 80s grooves and jazz funk gems, as MJ continues to fly the flag for proper soul music.
NORMAN JAY MBE
Broadcaster, producer and pioneer
Norman pioneered for the cause of good music in the 80s through pirate radio, and has led the way by example for years. Few have his knowledge of soul music...or his record collection! "Master of the British Emplire".
PETER YOUNG
Broadcaster
Pete Young has served up the very best music for years, and entertained like few others. He deserves recognition as one of the best broadcasters around, with an understanding and appreciation of the very best in soul music.
RALPH TEE
Broadcaster and co-founder of Expansion Records
Ralph has done so much for soul music over the years, from his days on pirate radio, producing StreetSounds collections, through to running one of the saviours of classic and modern soul, the incredible Expansion record label.
ROBBIE VINCENT
Broadcaster
There is no one quite like Robbie, which explains why we still get dozens of people contacting us to join our "Bring Back Robbie" campaign. One of the finest DJ's this country has ever heard.
TOBY WALKER
Soul music saviour
Toby deserves much credit for producing one of the finest soul resources on the internet - take a look below at his superb Soul Walking site. And he does this for absolutely no profit. Soul music needs a few more heroes like Toby.
GREG EDWARDS
Gold, Soul Spectrum, Saturday and Sunday evening
The soul legend continues with the show he started on Capital Radio in the mid seventies. Sounds just as good today as it did back then, there are no better soul shows than this!
PETER YOUNG
Smooth, Soulful Saturday, Saturday evening
Another great of radio, Peter Young, still providing the best in soul music and much more. Always worth a listen - just a shame his show clashes with Soul Spectrum!
MASTER J
Unknown FM, Sundays 10am-12pm
If you love 80s soul and jazz funk, then the incredible Soul AM is as good as it gets. Featuring the classic gems and also lesser know rare grooves, each carefully selected by a man who is indeed a master of the good groove.
NORMAN JAY MBE
BBC London, Giant 45, Sunday evening
A fantastic show from the legendary DJ, serving up a variety of genre all under the one category of quality. Plenty of old soul, jazz funk and rarities for lovers of good music.
Station: DANCEGROOVE RADIO
Internet and DAB Radio Station
The best station we've found for lovers of 80s soul, funk and disco. Plays a tremendous selection of the those hard to find rare grooves and lesser known gems from this glorious era. Take a listen now.
SOUL WALKING definitive site
Amazing soul resource
Soul Walking is the most incredible soul music resource on the internet. What its owner Toby Walker (see above) has done is nothing short of incredible. If you want to learn about good soul music, look no further.
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