Over the last few years I have been trying to catch up with the 'new soul' or 'retro-soul' music that has been emerging in the U.S. Colemine Records has been one of the strongest labels releasing this type of music. Daptone Records and Penrose Records pretty much dedicate themselves to releasing new soul music that really sounds "old". As a perfect example, consider this release by Thee Sinseers. When you play this you are going to think that it came right from the '60s. Actually, when you play this album you are going to be transported to East LA, cruisin' in a low-rider, holding hands with your girl, doing a one-hand lean on the steering wheel, and blastin' sweet soul music out of your car speakers as you ride down Hawthorne Ave. The songs on this album could easily fit on any of the early East Side Story comps you enjoyed all those years ago.
The production is flawless. The horn charts are sharp. The melodies are to die for, and the feelings expressed by the songs are real. Vocals are shared by many but the songs sung by Adriana Flores are especially beautiful. Check out It's Such A Shame.
If you like soul music of any era but especially the sweet soul music of the 60s and 70s, this is a must purchase. Go get it!
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