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The Northern Soul Podcast

The Northern Soul Podcast

By: Colin Skehan
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Summary

1970s Soul ,Discover Secret soul and 1970s music with The Northern Soul Podcast ,hosted by Colin Skehan,a devoted music enthusuiast and former Manchester club DJ,From the iconic Birch Hotel "Soul cellar " to underground soul scenes ,this podcast offers music enthusiasts an immersive journey into Northern Souls golden era through captivating stories and rare tracks .Colin Skehan Music
Episodes
  • Northern Soul 1973-Britains Secret Soul Revolution
    May 7 2026

    1973 -This episode dives deep into the raw energy and elegance of Northern Soul at its peak -a time when dance floors were rules by rare 45s relentless rhythms ,and a devotion to discovering the unknown .

    We explore this year everything seemed to come together in 1973.

    And perhaps that's why the music from that era still feels so powerful today .

    It was discovered ,protected ,and loved by people who lived for the music itself .

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    35 mins
  • Still Burning :Northern Soul Collecting
    May 4 2026

    Tonights episode dives deep into the world of Northern Soul Collecting -where rare records ,hidden gems and timeless dance floor anthems define the culture .

    From its underground roots in the 60s and early 70s ,built in legendary clubs like wigan casino ,the twisted wheel ,the torch and Blackpool Mecca ,Northern soul has grown into a global movement -yet it still holds its core : discovery ,passion and authenticity

    whether you are a lifelong collector or just discovering the scene this is a journey through the music

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    31 mins
  • What Makes 60s Soul Northern?
    Apr 28 2026

    In this episode ,We go beyond the labels to uncover the roots of one of Britains most enduring underground movements .From Dave Godin at Soul City to all-Night danceflooors of Wigan Casino ,this is the story of how rare American soul records found a second life in the north of England

    We explore the working class culture that shaped the scene ,the obsession with obscure vinyl and the connection between industrial Britain and the sounds of Detroit ,Chicago,and Philadelphia

    This isn't just about music .its about identity ,escape and forgotten records turned into dance floor anthems

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    32 mins
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The Bower club introduced me to the world of soul and Motown , went from 69 to 71 absolutely loved it
Crombie, two tone tonics , still collect northern soul and Motown, still my world , fantastic podcasts .

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