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Story by Gail NoblesKeyboardist: Gail NoblesVocals: Gail NoblesIn 1979, the British trio Delegation released a catchy soul and disco song called "Put a Little Love on Me." This track was part of their album titled *Eau de Vie*. The song quickly gained popularity and became one of the group's successful singles from that time, joining other hits like "You And I" and "Heartache #9.""Put a Little Love on Me" was written by Ken Gold, who helped capture the feel-good energy of the late 70s music scene. Delegation was known for their smooth harmonies and upbeat tunes, and this song showcased their signature style perfectly. During their peak popularity, the group enchanted fans with their vibrant sound and memorable lyrics.Overall, "Put a Little Love on Me" remains a beloved classic that highlights the essence of soul and disco music from the era.

Hey there, music lovers! Let me take you back to 1967, a time when soul music was heating up the airwaves. We're talking about the fantastic Joe Tex and his classic jam, "Skinny Legs and All." This track dropped on the Dial label and caught ears everywhere with its catchy groove and clever storytelling. Now, when I first heard "Skinny Legs and All" as a kid, I was mesmerized! Joe Tex had this way of weaving a tale through his music that just pulled you right in. Picture this: a guy who's too busy ignoring a woman with those skinny legs. Classic! Joe Tex steps in, giving her some solid advice. He tells her to kick that guy to the curb because there's someone out there ready to embrace her just the way she is. You've got to love that spirit! And it doesn't stop there. Tex flips the script, playfully calling out a woman who’s treating her man poorly because of his raggedy clothes. He flips the situation, telling the guy he deserves better too! It's all about self-love and seeing the beauty in each other, regardless of how we might look on the outside.So remember, folks, "Skinny legs and all" — it’s all about loving yourself and each other! I’m Gail Nobles! Thank you for listening to ‘Needle House’.

Photo: Rob Gosenson - wikiportret.nlUsage: CC BY-SA 4.0Music intro & vocals by: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesWell, hey there, good people of the soul and funk nation! Gather 'round because I've got a groovy song to drop on you that’ll shake up your Saturday night! Did you know that in the thriving musical landscape of 1979, The Trammps, those fabulous purveyors of disco and funk, gave us a magical tune called "Soul Bones"? Yes indeed!From their dazzling album, "The Whole World’s Dancing," this track is all about the interconnectedness of rhythm, soul, and that deep, unshakeable groove—something that gets right down to the very bones of your being! Now, let me tell you, the lyrics hit hard with a message that's as infectious as a dance floor on fire! They remind us there’s so much more to each and every one of us than meets the eye, so don’t you dare judge a book by its cover! With lines like, “I got soul in my bone,” they’re calling out to every soul sister and brother, proclaiming that true heart and spirit lie way deeper than what’s on the surface. And how do they articulate this connection? Through the dynamics of the body! They break it down, —“my rhythm bone connected to my boogie bone,” and so on, rolling out a party anthem that captures that irresistible urge to dance!And when those funky bones start shaking and those party vibes start flowing, you just can’t help but let loose and groove! It's all interlinked, baby—spanning the spectrum from rhythm to love, promoting that ultimate message: let the music take you away!So gather your crew, hit that dance floor, and let the infectious energy of “Soul Bones” get you moving! It’s a celebration of life, love, and the powerful essence of soul that lives within us all. Can you dig it? Right on! Keep it funky. ! 🎶💃🕺I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Needle House.

Story: The Silent City - Needle House MysteryStory by: Gail Nobles © 2025Intro music by Gail NoblesPhoto: By Gail NoblesVideo: https://dai.ly/x9o25ziIn a city cloaked in gray and shadow, where the sun struggled to penetrate the thick curtain of oppression, there existed a peculiar prohibition by the powers that be — a ban on music. It was 1942, and the ruling elite believed that melody was the forerunner of chaos, the spark that ignited the youthful spirit, leading to rebellion and riotous behavior. Teens, they claimed, were yielding to the siren call of rock and swing, abandoning propriety for an unruly dance of freedom. The solution? A complete obliteration of auditory joy.Within this desolate metropolis stood a nondescript structure known only as Needle House. Behind its concrete façade lived a forbidden secret: the heartbeat of rhythm hidden beneath layers of dust and the disapproval of a government terrified of sound. In the dead of night, beneath flickering fluorescent lights, clandestine gatherings thrived, where spirited recordings of jazz and swing slipped into the homes of those desperate to reclaim their joy, even if it meant courting danger.However, such acts of rebellion cannot go unnoticed. A quartet of unyielding FBI agents, eyes steeled and minds set to root out dissent, were assigned to uproot the scandalous dealings at Needle House. They entered the darkened factory armed with flashlights, half-hearted conversation, and a slight anxiety . As they crossed the threshold, the air quivered, an otherworldly tension coiling around them like a spectral embrace."Just another factory," agent Collins muttered, his voice barely rising above the stillness. But the deeper they delved into Needle House, the more overtly peculiar it became. Shadows flickered, and whispers echoed off the bare metal walls, as if remnants of a vibrant past still hung in the air. Then, out of the silence, it happened. A haunting melody floated through the corridors—a tune so achingly familiar, it felt like a lullaby that had been tucked away in the attic of memory. The agents, drawn like moths to a flame, found themselves entangled in a web of sound and wistfulness, their duty slipping away as they wandered deeper into the factory.

Intro by: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesCover art by: Gail NoblesIt’s your main girl, Gail Nobles, spinning the wheels of soul and rock ‘n’ roll! Can you feel that rhythm? Can you? I tell you, when that record needle drops, the magic begins, and the world of music opens up like the gates to a jubilant paradise! You’re listening to record spins through voice in the podcast world - the podcast that brings you the stories behind the music.Now let’s talk about those grooves—the sweet, sweet grooves that our favorite artists lay down on wax. First up, let’s dig deep into a group that knows how to get everybody up on their feet—the Spinners! Oh, they’ve got that smooth sound that just glides right off the turntable. Tracks like “I’ll Be Around” and “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love” are pure gold! When that needle hits the record, you can feel the heart and soul in every note. Those harmonies? They’ll leave you breathless and begging for more!Next in line, we have the Intruders! Oh boy, these guys know how to bring the heat! With hits like “Cowboys to Girls,” they blend that sweet soul style with storytelling that pulls you right into their world! Can you hear that? I’m telling you, once that record needle makes contact, it’s like the entire universe comes to a standstill—everybody’s swaying, everybody’s grooving!And what about the Dramatics? They take it up a notch, bringing a dynamic edge that makes every spin an event! With classics like “In the Rain,” they put the drama back in music—who could forget that heart-wrenching, soul-stirring vibe? You drop that needle on their tracks, and it’s like you’ve opened a portal to another dimension of feeling and emotion. You’re not just listening; you’re experiencing!Last but certainly not least, let’s give it up for the legendary O'Jays! When that needle hits “Back Stabbers,” the vibe just transforms the room! These fellas know how to deliver a message with rhythm and sass. Feel the power in those harmonies and the bite in those lyrics. You’re not just spinning records; you’re lighting up the dance floor!So, all you cool cats out there, let’s celebrate the record spinning experience. It’s not just about the music; it’s about the connection, the emotions, and the moments we create when that needle meets the groove. Throw on those records, clear out a space to dance, and let the magic unfold! Stay tuned and keep spinning, because the music never stops!I’m Gail Nobles & You’re listening to Needle House.

We’re going deep into the heart and soul of rock 'n' roll, where the music speaks and the stories behind those legendary hits bubble up like a flood of memories! Now, I know what you're thinking: "But Gail, where's the vinyl? Where's the glorious sound of records spinning?” Well, let me tell you this – while our show might not have those classic spins of black gold, we’ve got something even juicier: we’re tapping into the needle of memories!Each song we talk about has a story, a heartbeat, a glorious journey that takes us back to a time when every needle drop made us dance and revealed our stories. It told us about love, life,and heartbreak.So sit tight, because we’re not just spinning tunes; we’re spinning tales – tales that paint vibrant pictures of the artists who broke boundaries, the concerts that rocked full houses, and the moments that made our hearts skip! From the gritty back alleys where the first notes were played to the glittering stages where legends were born. We’re hearing that perfect riff for the first time and feeling it in our bones!Let’s ride the waves of sound and remember that each record we love comes with its own revolving story, a needle tracing the grooves of our lives. So crank up your imaginations; let’s dig into the passion, the heartbreak, the triumph, and the unforgettable magic behind those classic hits. Get ready to remember the spark that brought rock 'n' roll to life! This is not just about the music – it’s about the memories. Welcome to Needle House!

Photo: Wikipedia Public DomainStory by: Gail NoblesIntro: Gail NoblesOkay, Yall, gather 'round because we’re diving right into the groovy world of soul music, and let me tell you, there’s a once-in-a-lifetime gem that shines brighter than a disco ball on a Saturday night! This is the House that Jack Built, penned by the dynamic duo of Bobby Lance and Fran Robbins, a tune that just won’t quit, and it’s got a story that’ll make you tap your feet and sway your hips!Now, let’s set the stage: Thelma Jones recorded the original version of this infectious track earlier in 1968, releasing it on the Barry label. But it didn’t quite find its place in the U.S. charts. But hold on to your hats, because just a few months later, the queen of soul herself stepped into the ring! That's right, Aretha Franklin took this tune and ran with it, giving it the royal treatment it deserved!Released in 1968, Aretha's rendition broke through the barriers like a bolt of lightning, reaching a sensational No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100! And oh, did she sizzle on the U.S. R&B charts like a hot plate of soul food, soaring all the way to No. 2! Aretha put her heart and soul into this track, wrapping it in her signature vocal power that could shake the very foundations of any house Jack might have built!So whether you’re playing it on an old vinyl, listening to it on the radio, or grooving to it at a party, remember that “This is the House that Jack Built” is a celebration of soul, passion, and the magic that happens when a true artist like Aretha Franklin takes a tune and makes it her own. That’s the kind of unforgettable legacy that keeps the spirit of rock and roll alive! Keep it real.I’m Gail Nobles! Thank you for listening!

Needle House Christmas by: Gail Nobles © 2024Hello music lovers! This is Gail Nobles. Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas where we talk about the greatest hits and more. As we deck the halls and hum the tunes, let’s celebrate the greatest hits and more that make this season shine. From the jingle bells of classic carols to the jazzy beats that keep our spirits high. Here’s to a rockin holiday filled with love, laughter , and the sounds that moves us all..🎶 Needle House Christmas - Christmas 🎶 Merry Christmas to you!

Thesupermat - Own workUsage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0Intro by: Gail NoblesWe’re going to go into the grooves of one of the most sumptuous servings from the heart of Funk “Pass the Pease” by the J.B.’s produced by none other than the Godfather of soul himself, the legendary James Brown.Now you know when you hear that unmistakable rhythm that pulsating beat it sends you straight to the dance floor this 1972 instrumental makes you want to get up and shake a leg released under the People Record label and strutting it stuff at number 29 on the R&B chart and brushing the pop Listings at number 95 “Past the Peas” is a testimony to the grooves that defined an era.The J.B.’s - James Brown’s own powerhouse band. The music invites everyone to the table to partake in the feast of rhythm. It’s about the music, the baseline and those delicious riffs that keep the funk alive.I’m Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening to Needle House.

Music Intro by: Gail NoblesStory by: Gail NoblesHello, I’m Gail Nobles, and you’re tuned into the rock and rhythms of the night, and I’ve got a gem for you straight from the heart of the beat. It’s Nat Fross with Too Many Skeletons in the Closet. Now let me tell you, this track opens up like a whirlwind, spinning you into a world where shadows lurk and secrets creep. Too many bats hanging round. Frost is painting a picture. Those bats flapping around, just waiting to unveil the mysteries that lie in the dark, and trust me, there’s plenty lurking behind his door .But hold on! Frost isn’t done yet. Those wolves in the shadows are prowling and they’ve got an eye out for trouble. You can almost hear the howls echoing in the back of your mind! They’ll be begging you to put him down? Oh man, that’s where this tune hits hard. It’s a tale of struggle. That’s what this song is about. A tale of battling those hidden demons. We all have the skeletons in the closet. They’re there folks, and they’re rattling their bones .This man, Nat Frost, lays his soul bare confessing that, yes, there have been better men who’ve taken the fall for love - a love as we know can be as sweet as a summer breeze or as bitter as a cold winter night.Oh, but listen closely because it’s the break where it really gets you that pours out his anguish saying he can’t stand the pressure baby.The pressure of love the pressure of heartbreak. It hits harder than a 12 bar blues riff and oh let’s not forget that raw honesty he’s not just wallowing in self-pity. No that’s facing the reality of his own limitations. He’s no better, folks, and he knows!And can we talk about the music? It’s got that swinging rhythm, that soulful blend of heartache and groove that makes you want to sway while you sob. It’s a perfect mix of rhythm and blues that makes you feel every note, every word. Now we can ignore how beautifully he captures that “misery.” It’s the weight of it all how it cleans to you, wraps around your heart like a heavy chain. We all know that misery loves company and Nat crystallizes that feeling in every phrase, Every listener can relate to that feeling of being crushed under the pressure of love. Nat Fross! Too many skeletons in the closet .

Speech and Song by Gail Nobles ©️ 2024I stand here before this pain of glass, a mere barrier between me and the noisy world outside. As I gaze through this window p, I am confronted not by the beauty of creation, but by the harsh realities of society marred by violence and division. It is a world where the cries of anguish fills the air, a chilling symphony of sorrow that echoes far beyond these walls. In the street below witnessed the storm of human struggle this raise is not in solidarity but in anger heart so hard and and compassion seems an elusive dreams the ground is staying with the tears of families torn children robbed of their innocence and hopes smothered in an atmosphere of fear we must ask ourselves where has the love gone where is the brotherhood we so fervently proclaim?Song 🎵 Window of the World by Gail Nobles. This message will continue. Until next time, goodbye friends.

Music Intro by: Gail NoblesCon function is a R&B and funk band from Vallego, California, Formed in 1969 I remember their single Love’s Train in 1982 from their 10th studio album, To the Max. It is an R&B funk and quiet storm song that includes a steering bass guitar, glittering keys, and synth centric flair of 80s R&B. Lyrically, the song is based on a real-life love triangle involving Michael Cooper and Felton Pilate. They were the songwriters. Since the songs released, it has received praise from music critics, with the majority commending the bands vocals. While the song was never released as a single, it has since become an audience favorite and signature song for the band. I like the tune of Love Train’s and the way it's written. Warm night, can't sleep, too weak Gotta call her up. I'm Gail Nobles. Thank you for tuning in to Needle House.

Intro by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Picture: Mick Muise Wikipedia Usage: CC BY 2.0 Crowded House at Needle House. I hear ya knocking. Ringing the doorbell of Hope. Today's topic: Crowded House (Don't Dream It's Over. I'm Gail Nobles. Welcome to Needle House. Don't Dream It's Over is a song by the rock band Crowded House recorded for the 1986 self titled debut studio album released in October 1986 as the fourth single from the album. Don't Dream It's Over became the biggest international hit, reaching number two on the US Billboard hot 100 in April 1987. The song tells you don't dream it's over. Don't dream it's over, and don't give up. Keep on dreaming. Don't dream it's over is what I call a song a true song with a very positive message. Who needs war? Who needs destruction? Who needs the land of nothing? We need existence to make our dreams come true. We need music and songs of meaning like Crowded House.

Song: Hit That Groove Song written by: Gail Nobles ©️2024 Music by: Passion Hi-fi Usage: Free Beats Downloaded from: Soundclick.com https://www.soundclick.com/passionhifi/?content=songs There is information in the grooves of records. I had no idea when I was a little girl, but I knew voice and music was on records. I had no idea what the lines and spaces on a record was about. I just knew a record had music on it. There was no question in my mind about that. I never questioned the lines in spaces. All I knew was they were there. As soon as that needle was on the record, it was music time.

Song and music by: Gail Nobles ©️ 2021-2024 Keyboard player: Gail Nobles Photo credit: Flickr: US Mission Canada Consul General Hosts Independence Day Reception https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Stevie_Wonder_June_30,_Montreal.jpg Usage: CC BY 2.0 GOD blessed a man named Stevland Hardaway Morris to be born on May 13, 1950. He is known professionally as Stevie Wonder. Stevie is a great singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer. He was blind shortly after his birth, and he began playing instruments at an early age. The piano,harmonica, and drums. Stevie formed a singing partnership with a friend,calling themselves Stevie and John. They played on street corners and occasionally at parties and dances. In 1961, when aged 11, Wonder sang his own composition, “ Lonely Boy” to Ronnie White of the Miracles. White then took Wonder and his mother to an audition at Motown where CEO Berry Gordy signed Wonder to Motown’s Tamla label. Before signing, Producer Clarence Paul gave him the name Little Stevie Wonder. He got that name because many people were amazed by his ability to play numerous instruments and his ability to sing both at the same time. Stevie Wonder has made so many great songs. I could never forget him, and he’s a wonder in my song. Joy in my heart thinking of him and music.

Song and Music Intro by: Gail Nobles All vocals by: Gail Nobles Photo: Heinrich Klaffs Usage: Wikipedia CC BY-SA 2.0 Hello! I'm Gail Nobles, and today's topic is Billy Preston and his On The Air album. It's a special album. On the Air is the 16th studio album by singer and musician and songwriter Billy Preston. It was released on February 18, 1984 by Megaton Records. This album marks the return of Preston to music. He has done the vocals, keyboards, backing vocals, and arrangements on the album with other musicians and backing vocalist. Billy said in an interview that he was very happy with the album. On the album, there is a tribute to the Beatles which he said he was proud of. It is kind of like a thank you song to them, and he has a song by The Beatles titled Here. There, and Everywhere. The Beatles tribute is the fourth song on the album and Here, There, and Everywhere is the eighth song on the album. Preston is among those sometimes known as the fifth Beetle. He played organ and electric piano for the Beatles during several of the Get Back sessions. The album has plenty of disco funk type of songs. There is a music video for the first song on the album titled And Dance. You’re listening to Needle House. I’m your host, Gail Nobles. Thank you for listening.

Cover Art by: Gail Nobles Story & Song written by: Gail Nobles ©️2024 Music by: Gail Nobles Vocals by: Gail Nobles Sometimes it's hard to remember what you saw when you were a child, but I remember family friends and strangers crowding around. And Lord I remember a man was shut down. I remember his body was covered up laid out in the street in town. Another brother lost his life and was shot. A man dead in the street. I didn't know why or what.

Song: Silly Games first published 7/29/19 Song and Story by: Gail Nobles ©️ 2023 Photo credit: Pixabay.com There was a woman that got married and said at home in the early 70s. She wanted to be a singer. I'm thinking of a woman who wrote great songs. The world never heard them. She would sing on the reel-to-reel audio tape recorder and use the condenser microphone before her husband got home. The woman was a dreamer, and she never became a star though she could sing,write a song, play piano, and play the guitar. The world around her knew what she could do. She was born to write a song called “Silly Games”. And that's the story of “The Dreamer’s Song”. Story by Gail Nobles copyright ©️ 2023. Thank you for listening to Needle House.

Photos: Wikipedia/Public Domain Cassette Video: Pixabay.com Usage: Free to use Intro music by: Gail Nobles Story by: Gail Nobles Cover Art by: Gail Nobles You listening to Needle House. I'm thinking of all the hits I recorded on cassettes like Gladys Knight and the pips and many more welcome to Needle House. Hello, I'm Gail Nobles. Sometimes I go back and listen to all the oldies I recorded. I have a wall full of cassettes. Some are in plastic storage containers in my closet. There was an old soul radio station that played a lot of Motown like Gladys Knight and the Pips “Every Beat Of My Heart”, “Honey Chile” by Martha and the Vandellas. There were other groups that were not with Motown like the Bill Withers “Grandma's Hands’, The Spinners “Rubberband Man”. There were so many of those good old songs, and I recorded some on 60 minute tapes and some on 90 minutes. I think I have a few that were at least 100 minutes. Some of those good old radio stations I recorded from didn't last very long. They went off the air.Because of recording from those stations, I never forgot them and still remember them. It's fun to go back and listen to those old cassettes. Radio back then was better because they played the countdown and told you who was hot on the charts. The music was better in the old days, and when there wasn't much to do, I would sit by the radio and record all of the great songs from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. And this very day, sometimes when I'm in the kitchen, I just put in an old cassette in the boombox and listen.

Story by: Gail Nobles Photos: Wikipedia Public Domain Intro by: Gail Nobles. Do you remember the soul blues songTramp? It was first recorded by Lowell Fulson in 1967. It was his highest charting single. The song was covered By Otis Redding, and in a duet with Carla Thomas, and this version reached number two on billboard R&B chart. My father would play Otis Redding song Sitting On The Dock of the Bay, and he would sing along with the record a million times. I had no idea who Otis Redding was until then. I knew what he looked like from the album cover, and I only knew who Carla Thomas was by her voice. One day my mother said: Play that Otis Redding album. And she would tell me the sad story about Otis Redding’s tragic death, and she told me about the song on his album Tramp. It was from his first album The Dock of the Bay, on side two and the third song. When I heard the song, I thought it was an amazing song. It was amazing to me how they carried on a conversation in between singing on the record. Carla Thomas called Otis Redding a tramp in the song it was just like I've been there with them and back home after hearing the record I would sit by the record player lost in the dialogue between them. Carla called Otis a tramp from the Georgia Woods. Old is Reading recorded Tramp as a duet with Carla Thomas for Stax Records.

I remember when I thought Wolfman Jack lived inside the radio when I was a little girl, and he would play all of those hit songs. He would say: that's the love train by the O'Jays.Those were the days of the 70s. And I remember my daddy would imitate the Wolfman's howling sound and laugh about it. And that's how I came to know the Wolfman Jack, and that's how I came to know some of the songs. I remember hearing some old radio commercials in between, and that's why up there on the needle house wall is a picture of Wolfman Jack. I'm a big fan more so now than ever.I really miss him. If you knew Wolfman Jack in those days, you were listening to real radio. Well that's my story of Wolfman Jack. Thank you for tuning in to the Needle House. I'm going to close out now….

Podcast Jingle by: Gail Nobles Do you have a J5 Forty Five Collection? I hate it when records get scratched up. I hate it when they start skipping. A record can turn into a whole different sound. A terrible sound. A record can loose it’s shine. I remember a few old Jackson Five Forty Fives. One More Chance - I Found That Girl. They had the Motown label on them which made it easy to find the Jackson Five in the record stack. No other record label looks like Motown’s. I wanted to play some of the Jackson Five records here at Needle House. And it’s not allowed. So I had to make some music of my own. I’ve been listening to the Jacksons since I was a baby. Their music was like milk. I was already learning something about music and didn’t know it. The first Jackson Five song I remember is I’ll Be There. It was something about the music and Michael’s sweet child’s voice that made me listen. I couldn’t sing, talk, tell, or express what I was feeling when I heard the song. I remember being very quite. There was something about the harmony of the Jacksons. As I got older, the Jacksons got older. Their music began to change,. They were singing songs like Blame It On the Boogie - Shake Your Body. I began to notice them more on television. It was hard not to sing and dance to their music. The Jacksons had the greatest disco sound. They made you want to listen to them over and over and over again. Their music back then was of the 70’s, and to me, their music has a great sound that makes me want to dance today. It’s never to late to add the Jackson Five to your record collection. If you have them, you can always pull out their albums or their 45’s. Then you can jam. (Jingle) J5-45 collection by Gail Nobles. You’re listening to Needle House Recordings © 2021.

Jingle by: Gail Nobles ©️ 2023 Music by: Gail Nobles Cover Art by: Gail Nobles Hello! Welcome to Needle House. I'm Gail Nobles. Ñeedle House is about music artists that made it in music. It's also the story of people that love music not in the music business. The world is full of music. There are people around us on the job and at home humming or singing or making a tune; making and writing songs. There are songs in all our lives. There are memories with songs we've heard from our favorite artists. Music has been with us since the beginning of time and will always be with us forever. So come on in to Needle House.