On Target

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Every record has a past, and this week on On Target, Mod Marty brings those stories to life. From chance discoveries to forgotten classics, the music is matched by the fascinating journeys behind the grooves. It's more than a collection of great songs—it's a trip through the people, places, and moments that made them matter. Tune in and hear the stories as well as the sound.

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The playlist is:

"At The Party"
Hector Rivera
- Barry

"I Do The Jerk"
Bill Pinkney
- Fontana

"Rambling Woman"
Big Moose
- The Blues

"Dirty Old Man"
Irene Reid
- Old Town

"It Will Stand"
The Showmen
- Minit

"Lovely Love"
The King Bees
- KRC

"Try And Stop Me"
The Creation
- Barry

"Goodbye Girl"
Richie Dean
- Capitol

"Stop!"
Spring Fever
- Capitol

"Soul Sister"
The Churchkeys
- Peak

"Make Sure (You Have Someone Who Loves You)"
The Dells
- Cadet

"Too Hurt To Cry, Too Much In Love To Say Goodbye"
The Darnells
- Gordy

"A Touch Of Baby"
The Tymes
- MGM

"Needle In A Haystack"
The Whispers
- Soul Clock

"If I Only Knew Then (What I Know Now)"
Jimmy (Soul) Clark
- Karen

"Sawmill"
The Admirals
- Pulse

"The Muffin Man"
World Of Oz
- Deram

"Mr. Open Minded"
The Smubbs
- Monument

"Come On Home"
The Darnells
- Gordy

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty is flying by the seat of his pants—and sometimes that's when the best things happen. Instinct takes over as one great record leads naturally to the next, creating a set that's loose, lively, and full of happy surprises. There's no overthinking here, just great soul, R&B, and mod grooves finding their own path. Buckle up and enjoy the ride.

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The playlist is:

"Cottonpickin'"
The Night Raiders
- Profile

"Come On Everybody (Let's Get A Little Action On)"
Wayne LoGiudice
- Philips

"Can't You Hear That Beat"
The Carltons
- Argo

"Try It Baby"
Marvin Gaye
- Tamla

"Get Down"
Harvey Scales & The Seven Sounds
- Magic Touch

"Nobody But Me"
The Isley Brothers
- Wand

"Darlin' I Love You So"
The Wallace Brothers 
- Sims

"Let's Do It Tonight"
The Brian Auger Trinity
- Columbia

"I'm Rowed Out"
The Crystal Teardrop
- Popclaw

"Hey Little Girl"
The End
- Philips

"Six Pack"
Apostles
- Kapp

"Wrap It Up"
Archie Bell & The Drells
- Atlantic

"Baby Don't You Tear My Clothes"
Little Richard
- Brunswick

"Just A Little Mixed Up"
The Furys
- Keymen

"Strange Things (Are Happening In My Heart)"
Johnnie Taylor
- Stax

"Bad Conditions"
Lloyd Price 
- Turn Table

"Buzz Buzz A-Diddle-It"
Freddy Cannon
- Quality

"White Buck Skin Sneakers And Checkerboad Socks"
The Bell Notes
- Columbia

"Twistin' U.S.A."
Danny & The Juniors
- Quality

"Let's Get Together"
Jimmy Reed
- Vee-Jay

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Fresh wax has landed, and Mod Marty wastes no time putting some exciting new acquisitions into rotation. This week’s On Target brings first spins together with carefully chosen favourites, giving the set a welcome jolt of discovery. There’s nothing quite like hearing a new addition earn its place in the collection. Drop in and find out what followed Marty home.

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The playlist is:

"Everybody's Got A Right"
The Blenders
- Regency

"Do This For Me"
The Lovers
- Philips

"The Mess Around"
Bobby Freeman
- Jubilee

"I'm Lonely"
Bobby Byrd
- mash

"Dancing In The Street"
The Wheels
- Impact

"Secret Love"
Billy Stewart
- Chess

"It Ain't Never Gonna Die"
Bill Johnson
- Jocida

"Care Of Cell 44"
The Zombies
- Columbia

"Taximan"
Roslyn Kind
- RCA

"Gotta Run A Get My Baby"
Joey Greco & The In Crowd
- Coral

"Believe Me"
The Dells
- Cadet

"Hey Diddle Diddle"
Pete Klint Quintet
- Atlantic

"All Night Worker"
The Sunglows
- Sunglow

"Gimme Shelter"
Merry Clayton
- Ode

"If I Could Only Be Sure"
Nolan Porter
- ABC

"Girls"
Major Lance
- Epic

"Don't Forget About Me"
Isabel Bond
- Epic

"Just Holding On"
Pete Klint Quintet
- Atlantic

"I Can't Get Any Joy"
The End
- Philips

"A Taste Of Money"
The Wheels
- Impact

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty lets the records lead the conversation. One spin opens the door to the next, uncovering unexpected connections across soul, R&B, and mod without ever losing the groove. It's the kind of set that draws you in quietly, then refuses to let go. Settle in—the journey is every bit as good as the destination.

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The playlist is:

"Sing What You Wanna"
Shorty Long
- Tamla-Motown

"How Are You Fixed For Love"
Lee Rogers
- Wheelsville

"I Won't Be Hurt"
The Sensations
- Way Out

"Laughing Boy"
Mary Wells
- Motown

"You're A Wonderful One"
Marvin Gaye
- Tamla

"Bip Bop Boom"
Mickey Hawks with Moon Mullins & His Night Raiders
- Profile

"Little Girl Next Door"
Collay & The Satellites
- Sparton

"Why Don't We Do It In The Road"
Lowell Fulsom
- Jewel

"Too Far Out"
The Liverpool Five
- RCA-Victor

"Born In Chicago"
The Blue Beats
- Columbia

"What's It Gonna Be"
Dusty Springfield
- Philips

"If You Can't Be True"
Gene Chandler
- Reo

"Let Your Conscience Be Your Guide"
Jackie Lee
- Sparton

"Don't Leave Me"
Al Greene & The Soul Mate's 
- Hot Line Music Journal

"Baby You Got It"
Maurice & The Radiants
- Chess

"Storm Warning"
The Volcanos
- Arctic

"What's A Matter Baby"
The Small Faces
- Decca

"Got Love If You Want It"
Terry Knight & The Pack
- Lucky Eleven

"Back Off"
The Diplomats Of Solid Sound
- Record Kicks

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This week's On Target is one of those episodes where everything clicks into place. Mod Marty traces the unmistakable influence of Motown through artists, songs, and sounds that carry its spirit without wearing the label. It's a seamless journey through soul, R&B, and mod grooves that's rewarding from the first track to the last. Don't miss this one.

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The playlist is:

"Road Runner"
Bo Diddley
- Reo

"Say It"
Tiny Tip & The Tip Tops
- Chess

"There Oughtta Be A Law"
Yolanda & The Charmanes
- Smash

"It's All Over Now"
Jimmy Wick
- Lenox

"The Continental Walk"
The Rollers
- London Liberty

"Sweet Was The Wine"
Jerry Butler & The Impressions
- Reo

"Taking My Time"
Marvin Gaye
- Tamla

"Oh Well"
Peter Green's Fleetwood Mac
- Reprise

"Get Ready"
Rare Earth
- Rare Earth

"(I Know) I'm Losing You"
The Faces
- Mercury

"Fat City"
The Sons Of Champlin
- Verve

"Money"
Little Richard
- Okeh

"Like A Nightmare"
The Andantes
- V.I.P.

"Chained"
The Sweet Inspirations
- Atlantic

"Instant Heartbreak (Just Add Tears)"
The Precisions
- Drew

"Surf Beat"
The Guitar Ramblers
- Columbia

"That's The Way We Love"
The Paramours
- mash

"Outside Chance"
The Turtles
- White Whale

"Valerie"
The Victor Feldman Quartet
- Infinity