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Tamla Motown, Stax, Atlantic, Blue Note - just four of the key labels that produced some of the greatest music of all time. In the 60s, a phenomenon began in the North of England where a whole generation worshipped the soul music of the era and travelled the country to weekenders and all-nighters in the search for the perfect soul record. To this day, soul is one of the most passionately supported music phenomena in the world - here is a prime example of one person's absolute dedication.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I met Reg whilst holidaying in Tunisia, he is one of the nicest chaps I have met. I'm not really into soul music, however I was interested to read about Reg's experience on the music scene and how he came to have some rare records and how he went about getting them. Also, the book has an undercurrent of lessons in life and can really evoke emotions that we can all relate to when we have experienced hard times. Well done Reg.
13 of 17 people found the following review helpful
A Story of a Love for Soul - So Real You Can Belive You Where There - Well Done to Reg Stickings.
25 Jun 2008
Format:Paperback
I found this book an amazing read. I almost felt I was being taken by the hand to a place where we can all say we wanted to be, it's like when you hear of the stories of love, pain and laughter that people tell and you feel you wish you had been a part of it. Reg has a heartfelt way of sharing his passion for the sounds of soul that so many of us can relate to. We are also taken on a journey of dreams and determination. As I read 'Searching for Soul' I found myself back in a time when music was important to so many of us. I couldn't help but smile as I read through the list of sounds that had slipped my mind, thinking wow I remember that brilliant sound. It made me take out my old records dust them off and chill while I listened. Thank you for sharing your life of music so far......I say so far because I hope there will be more to come. I had tears of sadness and felt the loss of loved ones too. You know you made me think how lucky we all are we could follow the love for music so much easier than some can today.......I guess we have computers and mobiles to thank for that! I take my hat off to Reg he let me in on an experience that I had never been on. Although I was in my teens in the 70s and loved music. I never went to Wigan or the wonderful places the story takes us through but I feel that I have been there, even smelt the blood sweat and tears and felt that talc on the bouncing floor....through the eyes of a person who has such a passion for his music which he can relate to chapters of his life like I do with a photo album. Thank you for sharing your story told with good honest passion.
One more thing to add you are an encouragement to everyone who has ever been told, and people yet to be told, that they will not do well by our wonderful education system! For someone who can openly admit that reading and writing have been a struggle and to go on and achieve this book you are truly AMAZING - well done.
A brilliant read that I couldn't put down - Thanks for the tears, love and laughter.
Elaine - John'O'Groats - Scotland - If you have not read this yet - go on treat yourself
One more thing to add you are an encouragement to everyone who has ever been told, and people yet to be told, that they will not do well by our wonderful education system! For someone who can openly admit that reading and writing have been a struggle and to go on and achieve this book you are truly AMAZING - well done.
A brilliant read that I couldn't put down - Thanks for the tears, love and laughter.
Elaine - John'O'Groats - Scotland - If you have not read this yet - go on treat yourself
Format:Paperback
I have read this book over and over again due to the fact that not only does it give you a great insight into the sights and sounds experienced by Reg, but we are privileged to get an insight into the emotions and feelings of Reg. A very interesting read, thank you Reg xxxx
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Keeps on burning!
If you are looking for a definitive history of the Northern soul scene I could recommend some excellent, well-researched and nicely-packaged books by the likes of David Nowell,... Read more
Published 22 months ago by Simon
5 stars? You're joking!
This book was a disappointment. I struggled to the end of it but got very little out of it. No sense of the scene. Read more
Published 23 months ago by stephenward
A must for a soul fans book case
As someone who was born too late to have been able to enjoy the soul scene back in the day, I realy enjoyed reading this book and got a great feel for the music, clubs and... Read more
Published 24 months ago by Lisa C. Jackson
Read it and smile
I have never met Reg. In fact I had never heard of him until I stumbled across the book. As one reviewer noted, "this is an ordinary story - nothing new", well it's only ordinary... Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2010 by Steppin on a Dream
Reading My Life
This is a book you can't put down. Being a Soulie myself, I quickly became totally engrossed in Reg's story. Read more
Published on 6 Nov 2009 by Denis Confrey
Brilliant but disappointing
I found the book so good i could not put it down and i received the book at 10am and finished it at 4pm. I have to admit i shed a few tears along the way. Read more
Published on 17 July 2009 by F. Davies
Fantastic read Reg!
I read this book in one night, couldn't put it down! Really strange reading a book with your friends actually appearing in it plus reading about the music of your life. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 2009 by Mrs. A. Neale
Andy Kings Sweet Left Peg
Like Countless others I have had the priviledge to know Reg for in excess of 30 years- the negative Vibe merchants are entitled to their opinions!!! Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2009 by Mr. Mj Mcgeever
Smiling all the way to the bank
Well, this much hyped book is a bloody awful read. It's badly written and so light on detail that it actually makes you wonder what he was hoping to add or was he just trying to... Read more
Published on 2 Dec 2008 by Tired of the hype.
will keep on searching !
I came across this book rather by a freak , almost bizarre circumstance . At the Caister Soul Weekender this September (2008) i was tapping my foot to a soulful "choon" while... Read more
Published on 29 Oct 2008 by Mr. J. H. Stroud
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