Great sound - still got my own copy of this - always thought this sounded like Booker T and the MGs, except it's even more sparse than their usual sound, then it moves into Ramsey Lewis territory. Knockout.
Ok, i grew up in the east coast, New Jersey. We didn't do the "Fat Man" we had a dance called The "Old Man" And I agree, the 60's were a great decade to go to high school.
In the high country (Baldwin Hills, View Park), the flat lands or over in the Jungle we all had lists of parties city wide. This represents an era when teenagers could act like teenagers. No violence and none of the B.S. like today.
Go to school, study and party on Friday night and Saturday night. In the high country (Baldwin Hills, View Park), the flat lands or over in the Jungle we all had lists of parties city wide.
I`M fresno ( the Izno) ca. and we did the fatman to in the sock hops and in the garage parties with the red lights as well . I love a good cha cha , ho yes I live in Oakland and love the weather here..
It was on legendary dj Magnificent Montague's Pure Soul label. He produced it and debuted here in LA in 1965. Montagues' "Burn Baby Burn" was the way he referred to records that sizzled. Unfortunately, it became associated with the Watts Riots. I remember if he liked a particular groove he would "back it up four more bars". He knew how to program music. Today's dj's are automatons.
@MrBlues2jazz I haven't heard this song in years!!! I can't believe you remember the dance "the fatman" (LOL). I'm from Oakland, CA and I remember that dance also, we listened to KDIA. Good times!!!
@MrBlues2jazz I was lilistening to this song with my lady,who is younger than me and was showing her how we did the fat man. Then i saw your repl. Remember the hillbilly?
Great sound - still got my own copy of this - always thought this sounded like Booker T and the MGs, except it's even more sparse than their usual sound, then it moves into Ramsey Lewis territory. Knockout.
tenyearsman 2 weeks ago
I thought this song was lost to me. I haven't heard it since 1965 or 66. Long live that old time 60's soul.
8House 3 months ago
Ok, i grew up in the east coast, New Jersey. We didn't do the "Fat Man" we had a dance called The "Old Man" And I agree, the 60's were a great decade to go to high school.
jimsandaju 5 months ago
Part 2 of 2
In the high country (Baldwin Hills, View Park), the flat lands or over in the Jungle we all had lists of parties city wide. This represents an era when teenagers could act like teenagers. No violence and none of the B.S. like today.
Thanks for the posting of this song...
FlyinS4 9 months ago
Part 1 of 2
Go to school, study and party on Friday night and Saturday night. In the high country (Baldwin Hills, View Park), the flat lands or over in the Jungle we all had lists of parties city wide.
FlyinS4 9 months ago
I`M fresno ( the Izno) ca. and we did the fatman to in the sock hops and in the garage parties with the red lights as well . I love a good cha cha , ho yes I live in Oakland and love the weather here..
GREG52231 10 months ago
wonder if anyone mixed this along side dave brubecks take 5 ,intresting mix i think.classic tunes still strong today.
soulman1949ful 1 year ago
So Cool - I love it !!
superblop27 1 year ago
This song bring me a lot of memories of my high school years.
Carlparishhonda 1 year ago
I HAVE THIS 45 ..BUT IT'S CRACKED...THANKS FOR POSTING...
RXmusic4YOU 1 year ago
Fine, just fine! The poor man's Ramsey Lewis, perhaps.
djdavemick 1 year ago
Brilliant, this and George Stone's
merseymain 1 year ago
It was on legendary dj Magnificent Montague's Pure Soul label. He produced it and debuted here in LA in 1965. Montagues' "Burn Baby Burn" was the way he referred to records that sizzled. Unfortunately, it became associated with the Watts Riots. I remember if he liked a particular groove he would "back it up four more bars". He knew how to program music. Today's dj's are automatons.
Quiannette 2 years ago 4
You got that right! we did a dance back then in LA called the "Fatman"> this was always too short. on KGFJ . " Don't Panic Darlin!!
MrBlues2jazz 2 years ago 3
@MrBlues2jazz I haven't heard this song in years!!! I can't believe you remember the dance "the fatman" (LOL). I'm from Oakland, CA and I remember that dance also, we listened to KDIA. Good times!!!
frmoak2atl 1 year ago
@MrBlues2jazz I was lilistening to this song with my lady,who is younger than me and was showing her how we did the fat man. Then i saw your repl. Remember the hillbilly?
infinadee 9 months ago in playlist memories
Ace sound ... got it on the Soul City label..
B side is an awesome track as well ..
Go Ahead On .. good dancer .. KTF..
keepingthefaith72 3 years ago
Bought this from one of the DJs at the Twisted Wheel in Manchester, probably in 66, but never got it home, Can't think why!!
flagwaver01625 2 years ago
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this video was good
ANYONE UP? I NEED SOMEONE TO TALK TO tD
Asfg1992 3 years ago
Jimmy mate, did the Other Brothers do a version of this?? 4kn KILLER tune!!
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Liverpool Mods.
stOOpid68 3 years ago
basically "Packy" Axton being backed up by Booker T. and the MG's. Oddly not on the Stax label.
nickbeef 3 years ago
the legendary Charles "Packy" Axton of Memphis, Tennessee
jeffwpope 3 years ago