Boston's Number One Soul Man

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!How did one man from Bogalusa, Louisiana, redefine the Boston soul scene and spark a cultural revolution? We explore the incredible untold story of Herschel Dwellingham, Boston's number one soul man. On this episode of From The Archives, we dive deep into the late 60s and 70s Boston soul scene. We follow Herschel's journey from a Berklee College of Music student to the musical director of the legendary Sugar Shack and the co-founder of My Record Company alongside local music impresario Skippy White. Featured in this episode: Skippy White & My Records: Learn about the partnership between Herschel and Skippy White, the DJ and record store owner who convinced WILD AM to launch Boston's first soul radio show. The Tragic Story of Frank Lynch: We uncover the heart-wrenching story of the My Records artist behind the song "Young Girl," his tragic passing. Maurice Rice & Reggie Taylor: Hear rare and unreleased vault recordings from Boston talents like Maurice Rice of The Valiants and longtime bassist Reggie Taylor. A Modern Resurgence: Find out how Fervor Records is bringing these lost soul classics to modern audiences through major placements in Film and TV.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Dive into the legendary Chicago Soul scene! We uncover the untold stories of the Triplett Twins, rare albums from John Kontol, and dive into the last recording from the original members of the Chi-Lites. On this episode of From The Archives, we go beyond the hits to discover the artists whose music rivaled the greats. Featured in this episode: The Triplett Twins: Discover how this early 70's powerhouse duo, mentored by Curtis Mayfield, caught national attention and built their own production empire. John Kontol: Get an exclusive look at original tapes and tape notes from Kontol’s private press rarities, heavily inspired by Steely Dan, Blood Sweat & Tears, and Earth, Wind & Fire. The Chi-Lites: We share a serendipitous run-in with one of Chicago’s most famous soul groups... NOTE Since we have recorded this episode we have learned who “The Learners” are thanks to Arizona music historian, John Dixon.

Got something to say to this podcast? Send a voicemail, and you might hear yourself on the next episode!Go beyond crate-digging to uncover where the music actually began—from regional prodigies and legendary record stores to industry heartbreak and even murder. Hosted by Fervor Records’ execs David Hilker and Jeff Freundlich, and producer Keagan Stromberg, each episode unearths a lost musical ecosystem buried deep inside the Fervor archives, tracing its journey from the original recording to an unlikely second life decades later.