I wanted to upload at least one semi-decent mixtape before I packed everything up, so I spent a few hours pulling out records I've found here in Oakland over the last six months or so, most at garage sales, flea markets or Amoeba. I didn't really plan them out ahead of time, so excuse a few rough mixes. Also the sound quality is already sub-optimal, so I suggest extra relaxation and extra volume.
side a: http://www.mediafire.com/file/hmdigzmzdzj/hi _a_.mp3
side b: http://www.mediafire.com/file/j4mn2mrdjyt/02 y'all _b_.mp3
I didn't even attempt to breakdown side a, but working on side b has filled these past few weeks at work with a whole lotta awesome. Though not complete or entirely accurate, here's my best shot:
ReplyDeleteside b -
Rhythm of the Rain - Cascades
The Plea - The Chantels
Do You Want To Dance - Bobby Freeman
???? - ???? *
We're Gonna Make It - little Milton
She's Alright - Bo Diddley
She's Looking Good - Rodger Collins
You Ain't No Hippie - They Hueys
I'm a Coward - Gino Washington
???? - ???? *
What Am I Living For - Solomon Burke
Make a Little Love With Me - Elmore James
I Know It's a Sin - Jimmy Reed
The River's Invitation - Percy Mayfield
Love, Sweet Like Sugar Cane - Big Black **
Black Gal - Clifton Chenier
Cryin' Prayin' Waitin' Hopin' - Hank Snow
Paper Tiger - Sue Thompson
Why Do Fools Fall in Love - Frankie Lymon
* I tried and tried to get these two. I even asked my nerdiest of nerdy music friends and no one could name them. Hats off, Lloyd.
** I'm not sure if this is by Big Black Juju Blues Ensemble or Build An Ark or a mash-up of the two or neither. Either way, this version is by far my favorite.
Okay, though I'm still really frustrated I couldn't figure out those two songs, I'm going to walk away from this now. Thanks for the stellar distraction [and fantastic/free mixtape]. Later.
verrrrry close.
ReplyDeletetrack two is actually "please dear" by the quin-tones
track four is "i'm a fool" by the teen queens
the track after gino washington is "i'm wishing" by damon shawn