Spring always feels like a great time for new music so why not check out these handpicked 45s from Parker’s Records including Erroll Gaye & The Imaginations, Gloria Gaynor, and The Gambrell’s. Available online, purchase them today!

Erroll Gaye & The Imaginations: Love & Affection / You Don’t Want My Love

Label: Steel Town. Released 1975.

Label Address: Cleveland, Ohio (1975-1976). Only 3 records released on the label

A Side: Love & Affection

B Side: You Don’t Want My Love

Hailing out of Parker’s Records home state of Ohio, this 45 from Erroll Gaye & The Imaginations is a true work of art. Something that really sticks out with both tracks on this 45 is the syncopation and off-beat hits throughout the songs. If you are a drummer or bass player looking for some funky tracks to play along with, we think you’ll dig this one.

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Gloria Gaynor: She’ll Be Sorry / Let Me Go Baby

Label: Jocida 300. Released 1965.

Label Owner: Arthur Jenkins & Johnny Nash.

Label Address: New York, NY (1965-1966)

A Side: She’ll Be Sorry

B Side: Let Me Go Baby

Living legend, Gloria Gaynor is sure to get you moving with this 45 from 1965. You might know her from disco hits like “I Will Survive” and “Let Me Know”. The A side of this 45, “She’ll Be Sorry,” uses a classic latin piano melody you’ll likely recognize. Give it a listen using the link below to hear what we are talking about.

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Gambrell’s: I’m in Love Again for the First Time / Love Is in the Air

Label: Air-Cub 9156. Released 1968.

Label Owner: Arnold Maxin.

Label Address: 1650 Broadway, New York, NY (1958-1968)

A Side: I’m in Love Again for the First Time

B Side: Love Is in the Air

Many legendary artists came out of Detroit, MI and The Gambrell’s are no exception. Stacked with great female vocalists including Pat Hunt, Sharon Gambrell and Sandra Gambrell you have to give this 45 a listen. Recorded in New York City, we’ll let the audio demos in the link below speak for themselves!

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Searching for a few timeless RnB 45s from the 60s to add to your arsenal? This is the list for you. You might recognize a few of the artists including Persians, Bobby Patterson & The Mustangs and Parrish. If you like one of these 45s, you’ll like them all!

Persians: I Can’t Take It Anymore / Detour

Label: GWP’s Grapevine 201. Released 1969.

Label Address: New York, NY (1969). Only 3 records released on this label

A Side: I Can’t Take It Anymore

B Side: Detour

If you are looking for a new killer 45 for your vinyl collection this 45 from Persians is it. Massive vocals, groovy drum and bass and all around great songwriting. Themed around the ups and downs of relationships, this 45 provides a surprisingly uplifting feel that we find ourselves listening to over and over again.

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Bobby Patterson & The Mustangs: Sock Some Lovin’ At Me / I’m Leroy

Label: Jetstar. Promo Copy. Yellow Vinyl. Released 1968.

Label Owner: Jon Howard Abdnor.

Label Address: Abnak Music Industries, 825 Olive, Dallas, TX (!964-1970).

A Side: Sock Some Lovin’ At Me

B Side: I’m Leroy

Hailing out of Dallas, TX, Bobby Patterson is still alive and kicking to this day. Pick up this 45 to add some RnB living history to your collection. On top of being a frontman vocalist, Patterson has produced a number of records from artists like Fontella Bass and Chuck Jackson.

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Parrish: Remembering the Times / “Same” Instrumental

Label: Uptite 008. Released 1969.

Label Owner: Horace Donnell

Label Address: 850 Seventh Ave, New York, NY (1967-1970)

A Side: Remembering the Times

B Side: Same

If you like soulful guitar licks, tasteful vocal melodies and horn sections you’ll love this 45 from Parrish. For those who enjoy instrumental music, the B side includes an instrumental version of “Remembering the Times”. This is a must have 45 that won’t last long!

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If you are interested in purchasing one of these 45s from Parker’s Records please write down the Artist and Song Title while listening to the sound clips to make for an easy checkout experience. You can make purchases using our secure form.