On Target

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty uncorks time in a bottle and lets decades-old grooves breathe once again. Each record arrives with its own character, carrying the echoes of crowded dance floors, late-night radio, and long-forgotten moments. The years may have passed, but the spark remains untouched. Pour yourself a generous helping and enjoy the vintage flavor.

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The playlist is:

"Talkin' 'Bout My Woman"
Brother Jack McDuff
- Prestige

"Pop Popcorn Children"
Eldridge Holmes
- Atco

"Judge Baby, I'm Back"
Cliff Nobles & Co.
- Phil-L.A. of Soul

"Heebie Jeebie's"
The Spinners
- Tri-Phi

"That's A Good Idea"
Grover Mitchell
- Vee-Jay

"I Found A Job"
The Heartbeats
- Apex

"Mojo Hannah"
The Underdogs
- Tamla-Motown

"The Immediate Pleasure"
The Eyes
- Mercury

"I Believe"
The Sound Reasons
- Outro

"When You Walk In The Room"
Larry Evans
- Mod

"Going To A Happening"
Tommy Neal
- PaMeLiNe

"I Can't Help Loving You"
Jimmy Breedlove
- Roulette

"Lover With A Reputation"
Bobby Bland
- Duke

"I'm On My Way"
Dean Parrish
- Laurie

"That's Why I Love You"
The Professionals
- Groove City

"Boss Lovin'"
Larry Williams
- El Bam

"Twist And Shout"
The Blue Things
- RCA-Victor

"Come And Get It"
The Knickerbockers
- Challenge

"That Girl Was My Girl One Time"
The Smoke Ring
- Mala

"What'd I Say"
Fabulous Dick Hyman
- Command

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Life goes on regardless, and this week on On Target, Mod Marty keeps moving forward the best way he knows how—through music. The records spin, the grooves land, and for a little while the outside world fades into the background. Expect a steady stream of soul, R&B, and mod sounds chosen to keep your head up and your feet moving. Whatever the week has thrown at you, there's always another side to play.

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The playlist is:

"Lean Lanky Daddy"
Little Ann
- Kent

"Cryin' Man"
Tony Washington
- React

"Jimmy's Blues"
The Righteous Brothers
- Verve

"Jim Dandy"
LaVerne Baker
- Atlantic

"S-W-I-M"
Bobby Freeman
- Autumn 

"In-Law Trouble"
James Spencer
- Taurus 

"Chain Reaction"
The Celestrals
- RCA-Victor 

"My Degeneration"
The Eyes
- Mercury

"Now"
Dave Berry
- Decca 

"No More Baby"
Bobby Loveless
- HBR 

"What's Wrong With Me Baby"
The Invitations
- DynoVoice 

"You Hit Me (Right Where It Hurt Me)"
Alice Clark
- Warner - Seven Arts 

"Dancing Man"
Ernie K. Doe
- Action

"Think It Over"
The Harvey Averne Dozen
- Atlantic 

"You Got Soul"
Bill Johnson
- Jocida 

"Love Don't Love Me"
Benny Latimore
- Dade 

"I Want You To Be My Baby"
Billie Davis
- London 

"Goodtime Baby"
49th Parallel
- Barry 

"Blue Turns To Grey"
Don & The Goodtimes
- Jerden 

"Sould Strings"
Freddie Youngblood
- Sould Sound

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty proves that a few bumps in the road can't derail a good groove. His beloved 1964 Vespa GL may have been stolen, but instead of dwelling on bad luck, he's cranked up the volume and packed this episode with pure energy. It's a fast-moving set designed to shake off the blues and get you back in motion. The scooter may be gone, but the records are still rolling strong.

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The playlist is:

"Smoke Signals"
The Vibrations
- Neptune

"Say Boss Man"
David Clayton-Thomas
- Decca

"Private Property"
Shirley Matthews & The Big Town Girls
- Tamarac

"Stop, Look And Listen"
The Chiffons
- Laurie

"Please Help"
The Dukays
- Vee-Jay

"Pleadin' Heart"
Ruby Johnson
- V-Tone

"Tell Me The Truth"
Koko Taylor
- Checker

"I'll Know It"
Robbie Lane & The Disciples
- Capitol

"Don't Put Me Down"
The Shondels
- Eagle

"Little Girl"
Syndicate Of Sound
- Reo

"Walk Tall"
2 Of Clubs
- Quality

"Win Or Lose (I'm Gonna Love You)"
Fantastic Four
- Ric-Tic

"Since You Been Gone"
The Four Tops
- Motown

"Take Some Time Out (For Love)"
The Isley Brothers
- Tamla

"Take Me"
Betty Everett
- Uni

"Stop The War Now"
Edwin Starr
- Tamla-Motown

"The Gogue"
Dean Curtis & The Lively Set
- Barry

"The Waiting"
The Kingsmen
- Wand

"I Can't Let Go (Hollies Cover)"
Nobody's Children
- Bullet

"Roadrunner"
The Wailers
- Golden Crest

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty opens another chapter from the great unwritten history of rhythm and soul. The records tumble out in unexpected ways, linking dancefloor grit, melodic charm, and moments of pure electricity. This is a steady stream of sounds that deserves to be heard. Lean in and let the grooves tell their story.

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The playlist is:

"The "U-T""
Harry M. & The Marvels
- Sparton

"Ain't That Bad"
Pancho Villa & The Bandits
- Symbol

"Every Dog Got His Day"
Eddie Bo
- RIC

"Good Time Tonight"
The Soul Sisters
- Sue

"We`re a Winner"
The Impressions
- Sparton

"Baby Give It To Me"
Inez & Charlie Foxx
- Columbia

"You Ain't No Hippie"
The Hueys
- Instant

"Some Kind Of Fun"
The Excels
- Atco

"Mr. Farmer"
The Seeds
- GNP Crescendo

"No Good Without You"
The Birds
- Decca

"Four Corners (Part 2)"
Lee Dorsey
- Amy

"Can't Find No Substitute For Love"
Larry Williams & Johnny "Guitar" Watson
- Bell

"Which One Should I Choose"
The Unifics 
- Kapp

"I've Got The Power"
JoAnn Courcey
- Twirl

"If I knew Then (What I Know Now)"
Maxine Brown
- ABC-Paramount

"Blessed With A Love"
The Tranells
- Flo-Jo

"I'll Be Gone"
The Coastliners
- Backbeat

"So Sharp"
The Soul Clinic
- Bay Sound

"Brand New Baby"
Los Bravos
- Press

"Seventh Son"
Mose Allison
- Prestige

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty builds a set that feels like neon reflecting off wet pavement—cool, restless, and impossible to ignore. The records snap together with just enough tension to keep the whole thing humming. Soul rubs shoulders with rough-cut R&B and flashes of mod swagger, all moving with quiet confidence. It’s less a playlist and more a mood you step into.

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The playlist is:

"Blow Up"
The James Taylor Quartet 
- Acid Jazz

"Ring-A-Leevio"
Dale Brooks
- Dolphin

"Do The Dog"
Sugar & The Spices
- Stacy

"(I Wanna) Dance With Teacher"
The Olympics
- Reo

"Only Love (Can Save Me Now)"
Solomon Burke
- Atlantic

"I'll Still Love You"
Jeff Barry
- Red Bird

"Now I've Got A Woman"
Freddy King
- Federal

"Harlem Shuffle"
The Fabulous Flippers
- Cameo

"Don't Look Back"
The Remains
- Epic

"You Can't Buy Me"
The Deverons
- Reo

"I Dig Your Act"
The O'Jays
-Bell

"Love What You're Doin' To Me"
Janet & the Jays
- Hi

"Time's a Wasting"
The Fuller Brothers
- Soul Clock

"Strawberry Shortcake"
Jay & The Techniques
- Smash

"Girl, You Have My Heart Singing"
Ollie & The Nightingales
- Stax

"I Can Only Give You Everything"
MC5
- Modern Harmonic

"Can't Get Through To You"
Sumpin' Else
- Liberty

"Woman"
New Colony Six
- Sentar

"Twist City"
Johnny Griffin & Matthew Gee & Their Soul Groovers
- Atlantic