The northern soul obscurities that defied the odds to become chart hits

Northern Soul was a scene built upon obscure and forgotten soul singles, but the popularity of the scene soon rocketed those singles into the mainstream charts.
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Tindersticks' Stuart Staples tells us how his big sister's Northern Soul record collection influenced their new LP 'Soft Tissue'

Tindersticks just released their wonderful new album Soft Tissue, which folds horn-filled soul into their sad, late night world. It’s one of the best albums in their 30 year career — read our review ...
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Northern Soul Orchestrated

Originating in the industrial regions in the 1960s and 70s across the North and the Midlands, the Northern Soul subculture emerged as a passionate and vibrant all-night dance movement centred around ...
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Orchestral Northern Soul show to visit Liverpool next year

NORTHERN Soul anthems will be brought to life on stage with a full orchestra. Northern Soul Orchestrated will arrive at ...