PopTodd Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 It's the Jim Ford connection that got me looking into these guys (of course). I figure that, if Jim Ford is collaborating with the leader(s) of the band, it's gonna be something worth hearing.Any fans?Suggestions on where to start?Is a compilation good enough, or should I go ahead and buy complete albums?They recorded the original version of "Niki Hokey" and, along with Jim Ford, Lolly Vegas co-wrote one of my favorite songs ever (which it looks like the band did NOT record) -- "Ju Ju Man".So: looking at the disco... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Redbone?Of "Come and get your love" fame? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Redbone? Of "Come and get your love" fame?Yes. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I'll be honest here. I was never able to get beyond the schtick of them wearing native american (aka Indian) garb.Probably shows how shallow I was in my teens. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 huga chucka huga chucka....I can't stop this feeling...deep inside of me... That Redbone??  LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 huga chucka huga chucka....I can't stop this feeling...deep inside of me... That Redbone?? LouieBI don't think that was Redbone. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Jonathan King and/or Blue Swede - Hooked On A Feeling. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Oh yea, Blue Swede. How could I forget that? LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Oh yea, Blue Swede. How could I forget that? LouieB You are VERY lucky. I wish I could forget Blue Swede...along with Paper Lace and Bo Donaldson and the Heywoods. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 So, back to Redbone... Anyone? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 You can probably find their songs on Youtube. That is what I do when I want to hear something. I can't imagine too many people here knowing about their songs outside of their big hit single. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 You can probably find their songs on Youtube. That is what I do when I want to hear something. I can't imagine too many people here knowing about their songs outside of their big hit single.It's the same tack that I take.I have a bunch of albums that I want to listen to today (see the "Now Playing" thread), but YouTube is the plan for if and when I get through these albums.Still, just looking for some thoughts/convo about these guys, if it even seems to be worthwhile. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 I don't think I have ever actually heard any of their songs besides Come and Get Your Love. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Just watched this vid:  And, I was all like: "Awww yeah, I remember THIS song!"It's still a pretty cool song, in that mid-70's, easy listening funk kinda way, but it does not make me want to look into the band any more. As stated, earlier, it's that Jim Ford connection that really piques my interest, so I'm wondering what they have that is a little harder-edged, quirky, and more-fun than the standard Am radio fare. Gonna go listen to more.Any advice is appreciated. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011  You are VERY lucky. I wish I could forget Blue Swede...along with Paper Lace and Bo Donaldson and the Heywoods. Well I didn't forget the song or those others you mentioned, nor many hundreds of other radio fare I used to hear. LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Well I didn't forget the song or those others you mentioned, nor many hundreds of other radio fare I used to hear. LouieB It wasn't a comment on your memory...it is a comment of the horribleness of the above cited bands. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Sweet Papa Crimbo Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 These guys had something going on... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHEuSGGmX-c Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tugmoose Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Oogah chockah! Oogah! Oogah! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GtrPlyr Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 As stated, earlier, it's that Jim Ford connection that really piques my interest, so I'm wondering what they have that is a little harder-edged, quirky, and more-fun than the standard Am radio fare.I'm pretty sure they only co-wrote 2 songs with Jim so don't expect much Fordesque stuff from these guys. The stuff I know of theirs is poppy and a bit funky, but they don't have the country-soul sound of Ford, or his knack for songwriting. They had a couple decent records in the early 70s, nothing essential mind you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
howdjadoo Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Hey Todd how about this one:    \1-CD DigiPac (4-plated) with 32-page booklet, 30 tracks. Playing time approx. 79 mns. - Unique home demos. 29 previously unreleased acoustic recordings from the mythical creator of 1969's 'Harlan County'. Hear Jim Ford's creativity captured by a private cassette recorder in his living room. Many tracks on this anthology would be potential hits in the hands of today's artists. Stunning musical moments are interrupted by friends, drug deals, etc. Liner notes by singer, songwriter, musician, artist (and Jim Ford fanatic) Jeb Loy Nichols. - Jim Ford is the mythic artist behind 1969's legendary country soul album 'Harlan County'. After recording his sole album he hung out with Sly Stone and wrote for artists and friends like Bobby Womack, PJ Proby, The Temptations & Nick Lowe before completely disappearing from the scene in a haze of drugs and irrational behavior. When Bear Family managed to track Ford down in 2006 he was living in North California in a simple mobile home loaded with reel to reel tapes and cassettes. Some of these masters were included by Bear Family on popular anthologies like 'Sounds Of Our Time' and 'Point Of No Return.' - This brand new CD, 'Demolition Expert' (Ford was a demolition expert when stationed in Germany during his stint in the U.S. army), sets focus on Jim Ford's acoustic home recordings. It is a unique opportunity for the listener to hear Jim's creativity flow. - You're invited to Jim Ford's living room to witness him come up with some truly soul shattering musical moments. You will also hear Jim be interrupted with drug deals on the phone and friends chattering and singing along. The recordings are a welcome and essential addition to any Jim Ford collection. http://www.bear-family.de/repertoire/country-bearfamily/demolition-expert-rare-acoustic-demos.html?lang=1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 12, 2011 Author Share Posted October 12, 2011 Hey Todd how about this one:    \1-CD DigiPac (4-plated) with 32-page booklet, 30 tracks. Playing time approx. 79 mns. - Unique home demos. 29 previously unreleased acoustic recordings from the mythical creator of 1969's 'Harlan County'. Hear Jim Ford's creativity captured by a private cassette recorder in his living room. Many tracks on this anthology would be potential hits in the hands of today's artists. Stunning musical moments are interrupted by friends, drug deals, etc. Liner notes by singer, songwriter, musician, artist (and Jim Ford fanatic) Jeb Loy Nichols. - Jim Ford is the mythic artist behind 1969's legendary country soul album 'Harlan County'. After recording his sole album he hung out with Sly Stone and wrote for artists and friends like Bobby Womack, PJ Proby, The Temptations & Nick Lowe before completely disappearing from the scene in a haze of drugs and irrational behavior. When Bear Family managed to track Ford down in 2006 he was living in North California in a simple mobile home loaded with reel to reel tapes and cassettes. Some of these masters were included by Bear Family on popular anthologies like 'Sounds Of Our Time' and 'Point Of No Return.' - This brand new CD, 'Demolition Expert' (Ford was a demolition expert when stationed in Germany during his stint in the U.S. army), sets focus on Jim Ford's acoustic home recordings. It is a unique opportunity for the listener to hear Jim's creativity flow. - You're invited to Jim Ford's living room to witness him come up with some truly soul shattering musical moments. You will also hear Jim be interrupted with drug deals on the phone and friends chattering and singing along. The recordings are a welcome and essential addition to any Jim Ford collection. http://www.bear-fami...mos.html?lang=1Oh, it's on my radar and it's next in my queue as the next thing to purchase! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GtrPlyr Posted October 12, 2011 Share Posted October 12, 2011 Oh, it's on my radar and it's next in my queue as the next thing to purchase!Wow, didn't know about this one. I have all the Ford reissues so I'll definitely be all over this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LouieB Posted October 13, 2011 Share Posted October 13, 2011 Just for the record, I did see Leon Redbone a couple times back when he was new. Not that anyone asked of course... Â LouieB Quote Link to post Share on other sites
tongue-tied lightning Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 Indiana wants me, anyone ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Analogman Posted October 16, 2011 Share Posted October 16, 2011 R. Dean Taylor (1970) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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