The Best Of Blue Juice

Various Artists – The Best Of Blue Juice

A superb collection of soulful grooves, jazz-infused rhythms, and forgotten gems, The Best Of Blue Juice is a must-have compilation for collectors of rare groove, vintage soul, and deep funk. Bringing together an eclectic selection of recordings from the late 1960s and early 1970s, this collection celebrates the rich musical period where soul, jazz, Latin rhythms, and funk began to merge into the sophisticated sounds that would later inspire generations of DJs, producers, and crate diggers.

Originally released as a showcase of the deeper side of American soul and groove music, The Best Of Blue Juice highlights both celebrated artists and lesser-known recordings that have become highly sought after among collectors. The compilation captures the energy of the era through powerful horn arrangements, Hammond organ-led grooves, infectious bass lines, dynamic percussion, and expressive vocal performances.

Featuring standout cuts from artists including Patti Drew, Bobby Womack, Lou Rawls, Nancy Wilson, Les McCann, Candido, Norman Connors, and The Three Sounds, the album moves effortlessly between soulful vocal performances, funky instrumentals, Latin-influenced rhythms, and jazz-funk experimentation. Highlights include Patti Drew’s energetic take on “Hard To Handle”, Bobby Womack’s soulful interpretation of “California Dreaming”, Candido’s percussion-driven “Thousand Finger Man”, and Lou Rawls’ powerful version of “For What It’s Worth.”

Perfect for fans of the UK rare groove movement, soul collectors, funk DJs, and jazz-funk enthusiasts, The Best Of Blue Juice offers a deep journey through some of the most exciting sounds of the late 60s and early 70s. A fantastic addition to any vinyl collection focused on vintage soul, groove, and overlooked musical treasures.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Patti Drew – Hard To Handle
2. Bobby Bryant – I Want To Testify
3. Tina Britt – Sookie Sookie
4. Benny Gordon – Tighten Up
5. Richard Groove Holmes – Listen Here
6. George Semper – Get Out Of My Life Woman

Side B

1. Brian Bennett – Soul Mission
2. Candido – Thousand Finger Man
3. Trinidad Oil Company – Feelin' Alright
4. Patti Drew – Fever
5. Bobbie Gentry – Mississippi Delta

Side C

1. Doris – Never Come Closer
2. Bobby Womack – California Dreaming
3. Nancy Wilson – Call Me
4. Les McCann – McCanna
5. Norman Connors – Samba For Maria

Side D

1. Gerald Wilson – California Soul
2. Lou Rawls – For What It’s Worth
3. Patti Drew – Hundreds & Thousands Of Guys
4. The Three Sounds – Why Am I Treated So Bad
5. Ferrante and Teicher – Cristo Redentor