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Tony Blackburn celebrates the early Soul Classics that started it all, with unforgettable tracks from Ray Charles, Ben E King, Rose Royce and more.

Join Tony Blackburn for a feel-good trip back to the roots of rhythm and soul on his new Soul Show, as he celebrates the early Soul classics that started it all. Unforgettable tracks from legends like Ben E King, Sam & Dave, Aretha Franklin, James Brown, Rose Royce, and Ray Charles. Pure vintage soul energy - packed with passion, groove, and golden memories.

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57 minutes

Last on

Sat 3 Jan 202601:00
BBC Radio 2

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Music Played

  • Aretha Franklin

    Respect

  • Ben E. King

    Spanish Harlem

  • Eddie Floyd

    Knock On Wood

  • Barbara Lewis

    Hello Stranger

  • The Drifters

    Save The Last Dance For Me

  • Rufus Thomas

    Waiting For THe Dog

  • Doris Troy

    I'll Do Anything

  • Wilson Pickett

    Land of 1000 Dances

  • Sam & Dave

    Hold On I'm Comin'

  • Percy Sledge

    When A Man Loves A Woman

  • Jackie Wilson

    Reet Petite

  • Otis Redding

    Sittin On The Dock Of The Bay

  • James Brown

    I Got You (Feel Good)

  • Edwin Starr

    Stop Her On Sight

  • Rose Royce

    Love Don't Live Here Anymore

  • Clarence Carter

    Patches

  • Ray Charles

    What'd I Say

  • The Chi‐Lites

    Have You Seen Her

Broadcast

  • Sat 3 Jan 202601:00
    BBC Radio 2