Pancho Villa & The Bandits – Ain’t That Bad / Progress

Pancho Villa & The Bandits – Ain’t That Bad / Progress (Rare Soul 45 Review)

Symbol Records 1964 ‎– 202

notes:

If you’re into deep cuts and obscure grooves, Pancho Villa & The Bandits 

 Ain’t That Bad / Progress is a must-hear for soul collectors and DJs alike. 

This rare 45 blends raw energy with classic late-60s soul textures.

“Ain’t That Bad” delivers punchy rhythms, tight brass sections, and a 

gritty vocal performance that fits perfectly into any Northern Soul or 

vintage DJ set. On the flip side, “Progress” leans into a more groove-

driven arrangement with subtle funk influences.

credits:

Uncredited studio session musicians

Local band members performing under a group name

Possible use of a house band from the recording studio or label

An earlier pressing exists under Pee Vee Records (Pee Vee 100)

Likely 1963 original issue

Small Philadelphia-area label release

Extremely limited distribution

tracklist:

A Ain't That Bad

Vocals – Winfield

Written-By – Villa*, Taylor 

B Progress

Written-By – Villa*, Witherspoon 

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