Here's another for the songbook series ...
James Ralph Bailey was in and out of several New York vocal groups during the late 50s and early 60s, in addition to being a long time member of The Cadillacs (1956-72) and a solo artist, performing as Jimmy or James Bailey early on, then J.R. Bailey from the later 60s and onward. With a storied career spanning roughly a quarter century, Bailey's contributions are rather lofty, though his accolades are few, with only a handful of minor hits to his credit. However, in certain circles he is highly regarded for his songwriting talents, having published over 300 songs with some pretty impressive titles to his credit. Bailey is most often co-credited and has worked extensively with a good handful of other talented writers and producers throughout his career. Among them are the likes of Bobby Spencer in his earliest years, Vernon Harrell through the mid 60s, Johnny Northern into the later 60s, then Mel Kent, Rudy Clark and Ken Williams during the 70s. Through the power of partnership, Bailey's efforts have span the spectrum of rhythm n blues, soul and funk music. Love, Love, Love (Selections From The Songbook Of J.R. Bailey)
PART 1:
101 - The Main Ingredient - 1972 - I Can't See Me Without You (RCA Victor LP LSP-4677)
102 - Donny Hathaway - 1973 - Love, Love, Love (ATCO 6928)
103 - Fred Wesley & The JB's - 1973 - Everybody Plays The Fool (People LP PE-5603)
104 - Inez Foxx - 1970 - You Shouldn't Have Set My Soul On Fire (Dynamo 144) [mono]
105 - Vernon Greene - 1968 - Am I Ever Gonna See My Baby Again (Minit 32034)
106 - Bobby Harris - 1967 - Baby, Come Back To Me (Shout 210)
107 - The Raelets - 1966 - One Hurt Deserves Another (Tangerine TRC-972) [mono]
108 - Jimmy Bailey - 1965 - If Goodbye Means Gone (Columbia 4-43408) [mono]
109 - Johnnie & Joe - 1968 - You Can Always Count On Me (J & S 4421) [mono]
110 - Charles Brandy - 1966 - Without Your Love (Blue Cat 126)
111 - Edgewood Smith & The Fabulous Tailfeathers - 1967 - Yeah (Sue WI-4037)
112 - Vernon Harrell - 1966 - A Man Has Got To Cry Sometimes (Score 1011) [mono]
113 - J.B. Troy - 1966 - I'm Really Thankful (Musicor 1210) [mono]
114 - Ike & Tina Turner - 1969 - You've Got Too Many Ties That Bind (Minit 32060)
115 - The Original Cadillacs - 1970 - Deep In The Heart Of The Ghetto [Part 2] (Polydor PD-2-14031)
116 - Clarence Carter - 1973 - Put On Your Shoes And Walk (Fame FA-XW179-W)
117 - Jenny's Daughters - 1974 - Dirty Feet (Paramount PAA-0296)
118 - J.R. Bailey - 1974 - Everything I Want I See In You (MAM LP MAM-9) (MAM 3639)
119 - Four Tops - 1975 - Seven Lonely Nights (ABC 12096)
120 - The Main Ingredient - 1975 - A Broken Heart Don't Really Break (RCA Victor LP APL1-0644)
121 - Charles Johnson - 1975 - I Betcha Don't Know (Mighty Mo 902)
122 - Ike Lovely - 1973 - Fool's Hall Of Fame (Wand 11266)
123 - The Shirelles - 1972 - Sunday Dreamin' (RCA Victor 48-1032)
PART 2:
201 - The Sweet Inspirations - 1968 - Am I Ever Gonna See My Baby Again (Atlantic 2551)
202 - J.B. Troy - 1966 - Every Man Needs A Woman (Musicor 1188) [mono]
203 - Bobby Harris - 1965 - Lonely Intruder (Turntable 716) [mono]
204 - The King-Pins - 1963 - A Lucky Guy (Vee Jay494) [mono]
205 - The Cadillacs - 1962 - Groovy Groovy Love (Capitol 4825) [mono]
206 - Don & Juan - 1965 - Thank Goodness (Mala 509) [mono]
207 - Big Joe Turner - 1964 - There'll Be Some Tears Fallin'(Coral 62429)
208 - Esther Phillips - 1966 - When Love Comes To The Human Race (Atlantic 2360) [mono]
209 - The Fabulous Fiestas - 1970 - One Hurt Deserves Another (RCA Victor 74-0364) [mono]
210 - J.R. Bailey - 1975 - You Pass My Love (Like A Moving Train) (Midland Int. MB-10305)
211 - Bits & Pieces - 1974 - You Should Have Told Me (Paramount PAA-0284)
212 - Ken Williams - 1976 - Sweet Music, Soft Lights And You (Cream 7605)
213 - J.R. Bailey - 1977 - That's Love (United Artists LP UA-LA815-G)
214 - The Main Ingredient feat. Cuba Gooding - 1980 - Spoiled (RCA Victor LP AFL1-3641)
215 - Ace Spectrum - 1976 - Can't Keep Holding On (Atlantic LP SD-18185)
216 - Ralfi Pagan - 1975 - Loneliest Loneliness (Fania 740) [mono]
217 - The Impalas - 1972 - I Can't See Me Without You (Red Boy 113) (Steady 44) [mono]
218 - Vernon Harrell - 1967 - Can't Take The Hurt (Calla 136)
219 - Judy Clay - 1968 - I Want You (Scepter 12218 - Withdrawn)
220 - Chuck Jackson - 1967 - Every Man Needs A Down Home Girl (Wand 1151)
221 - Joe Ponds - 1969 - Don't Let My Love Pass You By (Sue Inc. 13)
222 - Ted Taylor - 1967 - Baby Come Back To Me (ATCO 6481) [mono]
223 - Ben E. King - 1966 - I Swear By Stars Above (ATCO 6431) [mono]
