Fed up of the same old same old music? Tired of radio stations that play endless pop music day in, day out? So are we at Radiocafe! The Campaign For Real Music's focus is raising the profile of forgotten gems and underrated classics that aren't being played any more. We at Radiocafe select only the very best radio shows, artists, and other music legends - we hope you will join us in paying tribute to these outstanding individuals.
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SOUL AM: THE DANCE DECADE
Category: Soul Sounds
It's back! The greatest event on radio returns as Soul a.m. presents "The Dance Decade", featuring the very best in soul music from 1979-1988. There are also chances to win some amazing prizes. Click below to find out more....
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.
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 served up the greatest tracks of their day.
GLENN JONES
Category: Soul Sounds
Glenn Jones has one of the most incredible voices in the world. Over the years, he has released some of the most soulful tracks ever made, and deserves greater recognition.
ALYSON WILLIAMS
Category: Soul Sounds
Alyson is one of today's truly great singers who has made a fantastic contribution to soul music. She has worked with many all time greats, a title which she rightfully commands herself.
JEAN CARNE
Category: Soul Sounds
Jean Carne is an outstanding singer who has had an incredible career. She is simply one of the all time great soul singers with a voice that is as sweet and wonderful as any we have ever heard.
THE JONES GIRLS
Category: Soul Sounds
The Jones girls are fantastic, a girl group that has never been bettered. If you claim to be a soul fan, then you simply have to have some Jones Girls in your collection.
NEIL RICHARDSON
Category: Light & Easy
Neil Richardson is one of the country's finest arrangers. Working with the BBC Radio Orchestra for many years, he produced some of the all time great arrangements and compositions.
JACK JONES
Category: Vocal Gems
Jack Jones has been releasing great albums for decades, and is one of the smoothest, easiest singers of all time. Many of his sensational LPs are all now available on CD. A fantastic singer.
MIKE REDWAY
Category: Real Vocal
One of our truly great vocalists who has appeared extensively on radio and TV - Mike's voice is up there with the very best. Coupled with arranger Neil Richardson, music doesn't get any better.
PENNIES FROM HEAVEN
Category: Light & Easy | Jazzy
A high quality collection of gems from the late 30s and early 40s. The perfect introduction to the music from this era, featuring a lovely blend of early jazz, dance bands and classic vocalists.
ROBERT FARNON
Category: Light & Easy
Regarded as the greatest composer of light music of all time, Robert Farnon has produced wonderful music for decades. As arranger he's worked with all the greats, including Sinatra and Bennett.
RAY MOORE
Broadcaster and pianist
Mornings have never been the same without Ray Moore. His early show on Radio 2 had a huge following, Ray being one of the funniest, yet most professional, broadcasters of all time.
MASTER J
Broadcaster, producer and pioneer
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 always treated to the finest soul and jazz funk gems.
DAVID JACOBS CBE DL
Broadcaster
One of the finest broadcasters of all time, who continues the good music cause with one of the most enjoyable shows on air. He's had an amazing career which has spanned decades.
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.
DAVID ADES
Secretary of the Robert Farnon Society
David Ades, along with his colleagues and the Robert Farnon Society, deserves so much praise for his contribution to light music. He has worked so hard to help keep this magical genre alive.
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.
MIKE DUTTON
Broadcaster and journalist
Mike Dutton should be commended for uncovering and remastering so many great recordings. His efforts have resulted in the release of many Farnon and other light music CDs on his Vocalion label. Light music owes much to Mike.
LEO SAYER
Category: Supporters
"It's good to know someone is campaigning for real music - I'm fully in support of anything that promotes proper musicians"
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