Billy Larkin And The Delegates Featuring Clifford Scott – Blue Lights (Aura Records ARS 23003)

Billy Larkin And The Delegates Featuring Clifford Scott – Blue Lights | Rare Soul Jazz Vinyl Review

AURA RECORDS 1965       ARS 23003

 

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If you're a collector of vintage soul jazz and rhythm & blues vinyl, 
Billy Larkin And The Delegates Featuring Clifford Scott – Blue Lights 
is a record that deserves a place in your collection. Released on 
Aura Records (ARS 23003), this classic recording captures the energetic 
organ-driven sound that made Billy Larkin and his band favorites 
among jazz and R&B fans.
Billy Larkin was known for his dynamic Hammond organ performances,
 while legendary saxophonist Clifford Scott added his unmistakable 
tenor sax sound to many memorable recordings. Together, they created
 music that blends soul jazz, blues, and early funk influences
 into an irresistible groove.
Billy Larkin And The Delegates Featuring Clifford Scott – Blue Lights 
(Aura Records ARS 23003) remains a rewarding listen decades after its release.
 Rich Hammond organ textures, soulful saxophone work, and infectious 
grooves make it a standout record for fans of classic soul jazz and vintage vinyl.
If you enjoy organ-driven jazz with deep blues influences, 
Blue Lights is certainly worth discovering.

credits:

    
Drums – Mel Brown 
Guitar – Hank Swarn
Organ – Billy Larkin
Tenor Saxophone, Alto Saxophone, Flute – Clifford Scott
Producers – Les Carter, Richard Bock 
recorded Hollywood, CA, June 24 & 25, 1965
Studio: The surviving discographies identify only Los Angeles, CA. 
No contemporary source specifies the exact recording studio 
(it was likely a World Pacific-associated facility, 
but this has not been documented)

Engineer – Richard Bock

tracklist:

A1        Little Jr. Detroit
Written-By – B. Larkin*, C. Scott*, H. Swarn*, M. Brown*
    2:27
A2        Charade
Written-By – H. Mancini*, J. Mercer*
    5:15
A3        Quintessence
Written-By – Quincy Jones
    3:08
A4        Sticky Wicket
Written-By – B. Larkin*, C. Scott*, H. Swarn*, M. Brown*
    4:15
A5        Transfusion
Written-By – Charles Lloyd
    3:45
B1        The Cooker
Written-By – B. Larkin*, H. Swarn*, M. Brown*
    2:40
B2        Dallas Blues
Written-By – Onzy Mathews*
    2:48
B3        Blues For Dinner
Written-By – B. Larkin*, H. Swarn*, M. Brown*
    5:35
B4        Killer Joe
Written-By – Benny Golson
    3:40
B5        Blue Lights
Written-By – Gigi Gryce
    5:46

 

 

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Billy Larkin and The Delegates – Don't Stop! (1968)

   WORLD PACIFIC RECORDS 1968            WPS-21863    

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Released in 1968 on World Pacific Records under catalog number WPS-21863,
 Don't Stop! captures the energetic blend of soul-jazz, funk, and rhythm-driven 
grooves that made organist Billy Larkin and The Delegates favorites among 
jazz enthusiasts and crate diggers alike.
During the late 1960s, soul-jazz was evolving with stronger funk influences, 
and Don't Stop! reflects that transition perfectly. Featuring Billy Larkin's 
signature Hammond organ sound alongside tight arrangements and infectious 
rhythms, the album delivers a vibrant listening experience that remains 
appealing to collectors and fans of vintage jazz.
The record stands as an excellent example of the era's crossover appeal,
 combining jazz improvisation with danceable grooves and soulful melodies. 
Over the decades, Don't Stop! has earned recognition among collectors 
searching for underrated gems from the World Pacific catalog.
Whether you're a longtime fan of soul-jazz or discovering Billy Larkin and 
The Delegates for the first time, Don't Stop! offers a snapshot of 
the creative energy that defined jazz music in 1968.

credits:

Billy Larkin    Hammond organ
Leon Flowers    Trumpet
Wilbert Eugene Hemsley    Tenor saxophone
Arthur James 'Fats' Theus    Baritone saxophone
James Daniels    Guitar
John Bondreaux Jr.    Drums

This six-piece unit was Billy Larkin's regular touring band during the period.

Recording location: Los Angeles, California.
Recording year: 1967 (sometimes catalogued as 1968).
Producer: Richard Bock.
Art direction: Woody Woodward.

No surviving session logs or album credits identify 
the exact studio. World Pacific/Pacific Jazz commonly used:
Pacific Jazz Studios, Hollywood
United Western Recorders, Hollywood
Western Recorders, Hollywood

tracklist:

A1        Don't Stop
Written-By – B. Larkin*
2:41
A2        Sunny
Written-By – B. Hebb*
2:52
A3        Time After Time
Written-By – J. Styne*, S. Cahn*
2:37
A4        The Wonder Of It All
Written-By – T. Randazzo*, V. Pike*
2:57
A5        Love For Sale
Written-By – C. Porter*
4:12
A6        It Doesn't Matter Anymore
Written-By – B. Bacharach-H. David*
2:27
B1        Harlem Shuffle
Written-By – R.*, Nelson*
2:18
B2        Angel Eyes
Written-By – Brandt*, Dennis*
4:01
B3        Red Wine
Written-By – A. Theus*, L. Flowers*
3:12
B4        Next Time You See Me
Written-By – D. Robey*
2:30
B5        Unit Seven
Written-By – S. Jones*

 

 

 

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Billy Larkin – I Got The Feelin' (1969)

WORLD PACIFIC RECORDS 1969        WPS-21891

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Billy Larkin – I Got The Feelin' (World Pacific Records, 1969)
Released in 1969 on World Pacific Records, I Got The Feelin' 
by Billy Larkin captures the vibrant blend of soul-jazz, funk, 
and Hammond organ grooves that defined the late 1960s. 
Known for his energetic style and infectious rhythms, Billy Larkin 
delivers a powerful instrumental performance filled with
 deep grooves and soulful melodies.
As one of the notable figures of the soul-jazz movement, Larkin
 brought his signature Hammond organ sound to audiences across
 the United States, helping bridge jazz and emerging funk influences.
 I Got The Feelin' showcases the warm analog production and 
rhythmic intensity that make vintage recordings from World 
Pacific Records highly sought after by collectors and crate diggers.
Today, this rare 1969 release remains appreciated by fans of classic
 jazz-funk, Northern soul, and vintage instrumental music. Its timeless 
groove continues to inspire DJs, vinyl enthusiasts, and lovers of 
soulful Hammond organ recordings worldwide.
Whether you're discovering Billy Larkin for the first time or revisiting a
 forgotten gem, I Got The Feelin' stands as a testament to 
the rich musical creativity of the late 1960s.

credits:

Arranged By – Arthur Wright, Billy Larkin
Art Direction – Woody Woodward

Billy Larkin – organ
Melvin Moore – trumpet
Lou Blackburn – trombone
Buddy Collette – tenor saxophone
Jack Kelso – baritone saxophone
Joe Sample – piano
James Daniels – guitar
Arthur Wright – bass
John Guerin – drums (some tracks)
Abe Mills – drums (some tracks)

Los Angeles, California, 1969 is the only session location 
documented in the major jazz discographies.
Engineer – Bruce Ellison
Producer – Lee Young 
World Pacific Records, 1969


tracklist:

A1        I Got The Feelin'
Written-By – James Brown
    2:35
A2        For Once In My Life
Written-By – Orlando Murden, Ronald Miller
    3:08
A3        The Huckle Buck
Written-By – Andy Gibson, Roy Alfred
    2:55
A4        13th Death March
Written-By – Gary McFarland
    3:27
A5        Born To Be Wild
Written-By – Mars Bonfire
    3:28
A6        Russell & Williams Street
Written-By – Billy Larkin
    3:43
B1        Soulful Strut
Written-By – Eugene Record, Sonny Sanders
    3:18
B2        The Honeydripper
Written-By – Joe Liggins
    3:20
B3        Lebanese Flower
Written-By – Billy Larkin
    3:45
B4        Light My Fire
Written-By – Morrison*, Densmore*, Manzarek*, Krieger*
    3:04
B5        The Pig
Written-By – Arthur Wright
    3:05
B6        Hold Me Tight
Written-By – Johnny Nash
    2:10

 

 

 

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Billy Larkin & The Delegates – Hole In The Wall (1965 Soul Jazz Classic)

 

Billy Larkin & The Delegates – Hole In The Wall (1965 Soul Jazz LP Review & Tracklist)

World Pacific records 1965  ‎– WP-1837

 

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The album Hole In The Wall by Billy Larkin & The Delegates is a 

standout example of mid-1960s soul jazz, blending groove-driven 

organ work with tight rhythm section arrangements. Originally

 released in 1965 on World Pacific Records, the record captures 

the raw club energy that defined the era.

credits:

Congas – Ernest Nabetoo (tracks: A1, A3, A5, A6, B2, B3, B5, B6)

Drums – Jesse Kilpatrick (tracks: A1, A3, A5, A6, B2, B3, B5, B6), 

Mel Brown (2) (tracks: A2, A4, B1, B4)

Guitar – Hank Swarn (tracks: A2, A4, B1, B4), 

James Daniels (tracks: A1, A3, A5, A6, B2, B3, B5, B6)

Organ – Billy Larkin

Producer, Engineer [Audio] – Richard Bock

Recording :

Los Angeles, California

Recording Dates: June 24–25, 1965

Additional Sessions: 1966 (Los Angeles)

tracklisting:

A1 Hole In The Wall

Written-By – Jackson*, Jones*, Cropper*

2:25

A2 Little Mama

Written-By – Grant Griffin

2:26

A3 Soul Beat

Written-By – M. Marshall*

2:00

A4 And I Love Her

Written-By – Paul McCartney-John Lennon*

1:55

A5 A Taste Of Honey

Written-By – Scott*, Marlow*

2:30

A6 The "In" Crowd

Written-By – Billy Page

2:30

B1 Hot Sauce

Written-By – Larkin*, Swarn*, Brown*

2:18

B2 In The Midnight Hour

Written-By – Cropper*, Pickett*

2:25

B3 Blue Satin

Written By – Chris Florence

3:30

B4 Close Your Eyes

Written-By – C. Willis*

2:35

B5 Hot Toddy

Written-By – H. Hendler*, R. Flanagan*

2:30

B6 Agent Double-O-Soul

Written-By – B. Sharpley*

2:20

 

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Billy Larkin and The Delegates

    Pigmy

AURA RECORDS 1964                      ARS 3002

   

credits

    Drums – Mel Brown
    Guitar – Hank Swarn
     Organ – Billy Larkin

 Design [Album], Photography By – Woody Woodward

  Liner Notes – Les Carter

    Producer – Richard Bock

 Tracklisting:

A1 The Peeper 2:43    
A2 Foxy Little Ghoul 2:59    
A3 There Is No Greater Love 4:38    
A4 Cristo Redentor 4:38    
A5 Hainty 3:15    
B1 Pigmy 2:27    
B2 Ice Water 3:46    
B3 Grooveyard 5:13    
B4 Old Country 3:15    
B5 Watch Your Motives 4:15

 

 

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Billy Larkin and The Delegates

 Hold On!

WORLD PACIFIC RECORDS 1966             WPS 21850

crédits:

Billy Larkin, organ

Arthur 'Fats' Theus, tenor saxophone

Jessie Kilpatrick, drums

Jimmy Daniels, guitar

Producer, Engineer – Richard Bock

Tracks list:

A1 Hold On! I'm A Comin'
Written-By – Hayes-Porter 2:25
A2 Cuchy Frito Man
Written-By – Rivera*, Roddie 2:45
A3 It's A Man's Man's Man's World
Written-By – James Brown 2:40
A4 Barefootin'
Written-By – R. Parker 2:30
A5 Jenne
Written-By – D. Pearson 4:20
B1 Dirty Water
Written-By – Ed Cobb 2:30
B2 Blowin' In The Wind
Written-By – Bob Dylan 2:10
B3 It Ain't Necessarily So
Written-By – G. Gershwin-I. Gershwin 6:35
B4 When a Man Loves a Woman
Written-By – Wright*, Lewis 2:59
B5 It's Alright With Me
Written-By – C. Porter 3:30

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Billy Larkin and The Delegates - Ain't That A Groove

World Pacific Records  1966 ‎– WP-1843

credits:

Billy Larkin, organ

James 'Fats' Theus, tenor sax

Jimmy Daniels, guitar

Jessie Kilpatrick, drums

 producer Richard Bock
engineer Richard Bock
Hollywood, CA, 1966

Tracklisting:

A1 Don't Mess With Bill 2:30
Written-By – William Robinson
A2 Playboy Theme 2:22
Written-By – Cy Coleman
A3 Tarantula 2:20
Written-By – Theus, Larkin, Daniels, Kilpatrick, Jr.
A4 Soul Sister 3:55
Written-By – James Daniels
A5 Goin' Out Of My Head 2:43
Written-By – Weinstein, Randazzo
A6 Willow Weep For Me 3:25
Written-By – Ann Ronell
B1 Ain't That A Groove 2:38
Written-By – James Brown, Nat James    
B2 G'Won Train 3:34
Written-By – Patti Bown
B3 Where Did The Blues Go 5:42
Written-By – Billy Larkin
B4 Puget Sound 4:33
Written-By – Billy Larkin
B5 Ain't Gonna Move 2:10
Written-By – Johnny Watson

 

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Billy Larkin & The Delegates Introducing Ralph Black ‎– Dr. Feelgood

 

 WORLD PACIFIC RECORDS 1968         WPS 21874

credits:

Art Direction – Woody Woodward
Baritone Saxophone – Dan Mason 
Bass [Fender], Tenor Saxophone – Wilton Felder
Drums – Donald Weaver, Kenneth Johnson 
Guitar – James Daniels (tracks: A4, A6, B2, B6), Willie Torrance
Organ – Billy Larkin
Piano – Delmus Larkin (tracks: B5)
Tenor Saxophone – Dan Mason, Wilton Felder (tracks: A4, A6, B2, B6)
Vocals – Ralph Black (tracks: A1, A3, A4, A6, B2, B4, B6)

Producer – Richard Bock
Engineer – Bert Agudelo, Mike Shields
World Pacific Records, 1968 WPS-21874

tracklist:

A1 On Broadway
Written-By – Barry Mann, Cynthia Weil, Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
A2 (Sitting On) The Dock Of The Bay
Written-By – Otis Redding, Steve Cropper
A3 Baby I Love You
Written-By – Ronny Shannon
A4 Way Cross Town
Written-By – Billy Larkin, Ralph Black
A5 Chain Of Fools
Written-By – Don Covay
A6 This Is Worth Fighting For
Written-By – Edgar DeLange,Sam Stept
B1 Spooky
Written-By – Harry Middlebrooks, Mike Shapiro
B2 Gone Over You
Written-By – Alan Moorhouse, Gordon Rees, Michael Julien
B3 Hear & Now
Written-By – Billy Larkin
B4 Ode To Billy Joe
Written-By – Bobby Gentry*
B5 Dr. Feelgood
Written-By – Aretha Franklin, Ted White
B6 I Got A Woman
Written-By – Ray Charles
           

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