David Nathan

The British Ambassador of Soul

Journal

by David

#25 – “That’s Not Aretha, That’s Erma!”


September 1966, London Earlier in the year, my thirst for collecting every one of the Columbia albums by Aretha Franklin is quenched! Im forever hooked by the majesty of her voice and Im moved to write to let her know. Without a way to contact her, I send a letter expressing my love of her music ...
by David

#24 – “Stay With Me”


September 1966, Bexleyheath Im now staying at Dave Godins home and were trying to figure out how to make inroads with the Rhythm Soul magazine Dave gets review copies of 45s from UK record companies. One memorable morning, Im in my room and Dave puts on one of the 45s hes just received. He plays...