{"product_id":"midwest-funk-cd","title":"Midwest Funk (CD)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMidwest Funk: Funk 45's From Tornado Alley collects some of the most obscure and hard-hitting soul and funk singles from the Midwest during the 1970s, a period when regional labels pressed limited-run 45s that often stayed within the local scene. This compilation brings together rare 45s from bands and artists who pushed the boundaries of groove, blending raw funk, vibrant horn sections, and heartfelt vocals. From the high-energy rhythms of The Us’ “Let’s Do It Today” to the smooth soul of Barbara Howard’s “I Don’t Want Your Love,” each track showcases a unique take on the era’s funk and soul landscape. The compilation features hard-to-find gems from artists including Markus Kelly \u0026amp; The Impassions, Harvey \u0026amp; The Phenomenals, The New Establishment In Soul, The Soul Tornadoes, and Dayton Sidewinders, among others. Bonus tracks include live and rare recordings from Billy Joe Holloman and Illinois Connection, adding extra depth for collectors. Midwest Funk captures the spirit of Tornado Alley’s underground music scene, presenting these lost treasures with care and reverence for the original recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTracklist:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1. The Us – Let’s Do It Today (Full Length Version)\n\u003cbr\u003e2. Markus Kelly \u0026amp; The Impassions – Pushin’ To The Top\n\u003cbr\u003e3. Harvey \u0026amp; The Phenomenals – Soul \u0026amp; Sunshine\n\u003cbr\u003e4. The New Establishment In Soul – Whip It (Pt. 1)\n\u003cbr\u003e5. Billy Ball \u0026amp; The Upsetters – Sissy Walk\n\u003cbr\u003e6. The TMG's – The Hatch\n\u003cbr\u003e7. Fred Williams \u0026amp; The Jewels Band – Tell Her\n\u003cbr\u003e8. Wanda Davis – Save Me\n\u003cbr\u003e9. The Fabulous Originals – It Ain’t Fair, But It’s Fun (Pts. 1 \u0026amp; 2)\n\u003cbr\u003e10. Barbara Howard – I Don’t Want Your Love\n\u003cbr\u003e11. The Personations – Future II\n\u003cbr\u003e12. Chocolate Snow – A Day In The Life\n\u003cbr\u003e13. Henry Peters \u0026amp; The Imperials – Master Groove\n\u003cbr\u003e14. People In The News – Color Me\n\u003cbr\u003e15. The Chefs – Mr. Machine (Pts. 1 \u0026amp; 2)\n\u003cbr\u003e16. Messengers Incorporated – Soulful Proclamation\n\u003cbr\u003e17. Dayton Sidewinders – Funky In Here\n\u003cbr\u003e18. The Soul Tornadoes – Boot’s Groove\n\u003cbr\u003e19. The Wallace Brothers – What-cha Feel Is What-cha Get\n\u003cbr\u003e20. Earl English \u0026amp; The Apaches – Trying To Make Ends Meet\n\u003cbr\u003e21. Epitaph – Epitaph Movement\n\u003cbr\u003e    Bonus Tracks\n\u003cbr\u003e22. Billy Joe Holloman – It’s Not You For Me (Live)\n\u003cbr\u003e23. Illinois Connection – Po’ Boy’s Dream\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want, I can also make an even more “Now-Again Records style” version that leans heavier on storytelling and the rarity of the 45s, like they do for all their archival funk releases. Do you want me to do that?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Various Artists","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46917625020612,"sku":"ZZ-NA5012-CD","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1741\/5543\/files\/midwestFunk.png?v=1791860258","url":"https:\/\/getondown.com\/products\/midwest-funk-cd","provider":"Get On Down","version":"1.0","type":"link"}