Welcome to Soul Sundays, it's that time again to share with you my favorite songs... Today's selection is "You've got the makings of a lover" by The Festivals -featuring Vaughn Price, Earl Moss, Woody Price, and Leon Thomas --" The festivals" never got the break they needed to succeed, but not for lack of trying and not because they recorded for mom and pop companies. They debuted on Smash Records with "I'll Always Love You" in the fall of 1966, which produced some mild rumblings in a few cities. Momentum increased in the spring of 1967 when Smash records released their best-known and best recording "You've Got the Makings of a Lover," a Earl Moss composition that highlights their vocal blend. The band (Sly, Slick & Wicked) from Los Angeles re-did the song in the '90s; that version inspired many to seek out the original by "The Festivals" that most listeners never heard when it was released because Smash records only promoted The record in select cities. I'm including Sly, Slick & Wicked's version too so you can check it out..... There was also another re-make done by one of our favorite singers Mayer Hawthorne many props to him. 40 yrs later to hear the younger generation like Mayer Hawthorne re-do this song is not only amazing Mayer Hawthorne adds his touch with retro soul & a contemporary twist. This young man is from Detroit & full of soul. In the music world he's built an impressive reputation for himself. He keeps the old sound alive. Check his music out. You won't regret that you did!! Hope you like today's selection, stay humbled & always embrace every moment. Love, peace & soul -- Mrs. Toons
