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This week on On Target, Mod Marty hit the crates hard and came back with dust on his hands and gold in his bag. The episode is stacked with fresh digs, overlooked cuts, and records that haven’t seen daylight in years. Every find brings its own spark, stitched together into a set that feels raw and alive. This is the sound of digging paying off. 

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The playlist is:

"Great Goo-Ga-Moo-Ga"
Tom & Jerrio
- ABC-Paramount

"Low Down Move"
Hank Ballard & The Midnighters
- King

"The Skate"
The Invitations
- MGM

"Camel Walk"
Bennie Gordon & the Soul Brothers
- Enrica

"As Long As I Got You"
Laura Lee
- Chess

"Love's Sweet Sensation"
William Bell & Mavis Staples
- Stax

"I Like What You Give To Me"
Nolan
- Lizard

"Backwards and Forwards"
December's Children
- World Pacific

"Say So"
The American Blues
- Amy

"Il Ne Faut Pas Pleurer Pour Lui"
Lise D'Arcy
- Carrousel

"A True Patron Of The Arts"
The Queen City Show Band
- Pow

"Desiree"
The Charts
- Wand

"Can't You See That I'm Lonely"
The Wildweeds
- Cadet

"Coming Home To You Baby"
Crossroads
- Atco

"You Sure Know How To Hurt A Guy"
The Trends
- ABC

"(Loneliness Made Me Realize) It's You That I Need"
The Temptations
- Tamla-Motown

"Sophisticated Boom Boom"
The Shangra-Las
- Red Bird

"Angela"
Profesor Morrison's Lolipop
- White Whale

"The Bomp"
The Bompers
- HBR

"Early Bird"
The Bompers
- HBR

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The very first episode of the year kicks off On Target with a clean slate and a sharp edge. Mod Marty sets the tone early, lining up grooves that feel forward-moving, confident, and alive. No looking back—this one’s about momentum and fresh starts. Drop the needle and step into the year right.

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The playlist is:

"A Little Taste Of Soul"
Sugar Pie DeSanto
- Wax

"The Cool Off"
The Detroit Executives
- Pameline

"Nothing But A Playboy"
Lee Diamond with The Challengers
- Lola

"Can You Hear Me"
Lee Dorsey
- Amy

"Why Girl"
The Precisions
- Drew

"She's About A Mover"
Otis Clay
- Cotillion

"Git Out"
Mitty Collier
- Chess

"Don'tcha Feel Like Crying"
Nobody's Children
- Bullet

"Chills And Fever"
Tom Jones
- Decca

"Don't Lie To Me"
Four + One
- Parlaphone

"The Chase Is On"
The Artistics
- Brunswick

"Put Yourself In My Place"
Chris Clark
- Tamla-Motown

"Every Ounce Of Strength"
Carla Thomas
- Stax

"I'll Love You Forever"
The Holidays
- Golden World

"What's This I See"
June Conquest
- Curtom

"You're The Cream Of The Crop"
Lee Rogers
- D-Town

"2120 South Michigan Ave"
The Rolling Stones
- Decca
"Come On Down To My Boat Baby"

Every Mother's Son
- MGM

"Until You Do"
The Jury
- London

"Gimme Some"
Nina Simone
- Philips

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The final episode of the year finds On Target going out with intent and style. Mod Marty closes the chapter with a set that reflects the highs, the grit, and the grooves that carried us through. It’s not a recap but it is a statement, spun loud and honest. Thanks for riding along, and we’ll see you on the other side.

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The playlist is:

"Get Down With It"
Bobby Marchan
- Dial

"Bo's Twist"
Bo Diddley
- Checker

"I'm The Playboy"
The Pyramids
- CUB

"One Eye Open"
The Maskman & The Agents
- Dynamo

"Hot 'n' Tot"
Earl Van Dyke
- Tamla

"Move Over And Let Me Dance"
The Isley Brothers
- Atlantic

"C'est Si Bon"
Gerri Granger
- Double L

"The Beat Goes On"
Buddy Rich with Cathy Rich
- Pacific Jazz

"Don't Gimme No Lip Child"
Dave Berry
- Decca

"Crawling Up A Hill"
John Mayall & The Bluesbreakers
- Decca

"Soul Power"
Johnny Copeland & His Soul Agents
- Zephyr

"I Ain't Going For That"
Inez & Charlie Foxx
- Dynamo

"Last Piece Of Your Love"
James & Bobby Purify
- Bell

"He Who Picks A Rose"
Jimmy Ruffin
- Tamla Motown

"Tell Me What It's All About"
Joyce Bond 
- Island

"I've Got The Skill"
Jackie Ross 
- Chess

"Fuzzy And Wild"
The Ventures 
- Dolton

"So Get Out"
The Surfaris 
- Decca

"Skate (Pt.1)"
Dean Parrish 
- Boom

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No holiday music here, but this week’s On Target delivers the perfect soundtrack for the season. Mod Marty lines up warm soul, swinging R&B, and feel-good mod cuts that fit late nights, long drives, and full rooms. It’s music for unwinding, reconnecting, and moving a little closer to the people around you. Set it on and let it carry you through.


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The playlist is:

"Move"
Jess & James with the J.J. Band
- Palette

"Dance What You Wanna"
Jonnie Taylor
- Derby

"Soul Sister Brown Sugar"
Sam & Dave
- Atlantic

"Someone Out There"
Candy & The Kisses
- Decca

"Got Myself A Good Man"
Gladys Knight & The Pips
- Tamla-Motown

"Hold Back Girl"
Sam Baker
- Sound Stage 7

"I Need You"
The Impressions
- ABC

"Sorry 'Bout That"
Harold Johnson Sextet
- H.M.E.

"Left Right Left"
The Beatstalkers
- Decca

"I've Got Troubles"
Aesop's Fables
- ATCO

"Another Dirty Deal"
The Incredibles
- Audio Arts

"What More Could A Boy Ask For"
The Spinners
- Tamla-Motown

"Buddy Ain't It A Shame"
Gene Chandler
- Constellation

"Born To Be A Lover"
Allison
- King

"Don't Be Afraid"
Bobby Taylor
- Taylor Made Soul LP

"It's Not The Same"
Little Anthony & The Imperials
- United Artists

"King Of The World"
The Quik
- Deram

"Mo Jo Hanna"
The Underdogs
- Tamla Motown

"Grunion Run"
The Persuaders
- Regency

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty takes a sharp turn off the beaten path and lets instinct run the show. The mix balances raw drive with unexpected calm, pulling you through sounds that feel both familiar and fresh. It’s loose in the right places, tight where it counts, and never predictable. Drop in and follow the groove wherever it leads.

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The playlist is:

"Shake Your Hips"
Slim Harpo
- Excello

"Soul Master"
Edwin Starr
- Soul Master LP

"Hot Potato"
Dee Clark
- Constellation

"Baby What'cha Got (For Me)"
Darrell Banks
- Revilot

"Lovin' Touch"
Lowell Fulsom
- Kent

"Somebody Knows, Somebody Cares"
Stevie Wonder
- Tamla-Motown

"Stop"
Howard Tate
- Verve

"Like A Rolling Stone"
Phil Flowers & The Flower Shop
- &M

"That's The Way"
The Canadian Downbeats
- Soundaround

"I Can't Take It"
Ray Sharpe
- Atco

"Go Go Inn"
Gene Cooper
- Hi-Q

"Breakaway"
Derek Martin
- Roulette

"What Would I Do"
The Superiors
- Verve

"Dance The Shing-A-Ling"
H.J. Jackson & The Bootleggers
- Cross-Tone

"Can You Dig It"
Bunny Sigler
- Parkway

"Yesteday Was A Dream"
The Heart
- RCA-Victor

"No Matter What You Do"
Lesley Gore
- Mercury

"Searching For My Baby"
The Haunted
- Trans World

"Tap Footer"
Alan Hawkshaw
- KPM 1000 Series: The Big Beat LP

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This episode of On Target is all about momentum — Mod Marty rolls out a set built to pull you out of your chair and into the groove. The energy rises track by track, leaning on bold soul, tight R&B, and beat that refuses to sit still. It’s music wired to lift your spirits without sugarcoating a thing. Let it hit you and let it move you.


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The playlist is:

"Hole In The Wall"
The Other Brothers
- Modern

"Evil Gal Blues"
Aretha Franklin
- Columbia

"Help Me Help You"
Little Milton
- Checker

"You're The One To Blame"
Johnny Moore
- Bright Star

"Watch Your Step"
Bobby Parker
- V-Tone

"Here I Am Baby"
The Marvelettes
- Tamla-Motown

"It's Not How Good You Make It"
Cash McCall
- Checker

"Nobody Loves The Hulk"
The Traits
- Queen City

"Tossing And Turning"
The Ivy League
- Cameo

"Got To"
? & The Mysterians
- Cameo

"Give In"
The Webs
- Popside

"It's Been A Long Time Baby"
The Other Brothers
- Modern

"Moanin', Groanin', and Cryin'"
The Fuller Brothers
- Keymen

"Keep Saying (You Don't Love Nobody)"
Charles Wright
- Philips

"Being Without You"
Maurice Williams & the Zodiacs
- Deesu

"I Can't Get Enough"
Donald Height 
- Shout

"Cut Across Shorty"
The Sunglows
- Sunglow

"Spoonful"
The Allman Joys
- Dial

"It's Alright"
Adam Faith and The Roulettes 
- Capitol

"Bongolia"
Incredible Bongo Band
- MGM

550. Good Goodness
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This week on On Target, Mod Marty threads together a set that hits with grit, groove, and a few sharp left turns. The playlist jumps from rugged soul to sly R&B to mod stompers that feel freshly pulled from a smoke-filled dance floor. Nothing repeats, nothing drags—every track earns its place. Settle in and let the needle guide the night.

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The playlist is:


"His And Hers Shuffle"
Bob & Earl Band
- Jay Boy

"The Real Thing"
The Chiffons
- Laurie

"Gotta Keep Rolling"
Rosco Gordon
- Old Town

"Little Miss Soul"
The Lovettes
- Carnival

"Let's Boogaloo"
The Magics
- R.F.A.

"Stop Running Around"
Gladys Knight & the Pips
- Fury

"Wont'cha Come Home"
Lloyd Price
- ABC-Paramount

"Cantaloupe Rock"
The Fugitives ft. JoJo
- Fugitive

"Junco Partner (A Worthless Cajun)"
Nobody's Children
- United Artists

"Gimme Gimme Some Shade"
The Untamed
- Planet

"Without Your Heart"
St. George & Tana
- Kapp

"These Chains Of Love"
Chuck Jackson
- Wand

"Good Goodness"
Johnny Nash
- MGM

"Soul Superman"
The Hesitations
- Kapp

"To Find My Woman"
Lou Courtney Tryin'
- Buddah

"I'm A Lonely Guy"
Timmy Shaw
- Wand

"She Comes In Colors"
Fever Tree
- Ampex

"I'm Comin' Home"
Little Tony
- Warner Brothers

"Not A Girl In A Million"
Karl Stuart & The Profiles
- Mercury

"Get The Money"
Gary Farr & The T-Bones
- Columbia

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty fires off a genre-bending barrage that refuses to play it safe. You’ll get funked-up twists on British Beat right alongside hard bop jazz hot enough to melt your face clean off. The whole set moves with purpose, swagger, and zero apologies. Strap in—this ride doesn’t slow down for anyone.

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The playlist is:

"Satisfaction"
Assemblage
- Westbound

"Hold On, Help Is On The Way"
G. Davis & R. Tyler
- Parlo

"T'Ain't No Big Thing"
The Jovialetts
- Josie

"Slop Time"
The Sherrys
- Guyden

"High Blood Pressure"
Maurice Williams & The Zodiacs
- Reo

"Crazy Baby"
Bobby Hebb
- Philips

"I'm The Man"
The Dynamics
- Big Top

"A Little Bit Of Oh Yeah"
Martin Martin
- RCA-Victor International

"Walkin' Proud"
Pete Klint Quintet
- Mercury

"Je Ne Peux Plus Rien Lui Dire"
Donald Lautrec & Les Miserables
- Jupiter

"Coming Home"
Southwind Symphony
- Glolite

"Miss Shake-A-Plenty (In A Micro-Mini)"
Clifford Curry
- Elf

"I'm Gonna Pick Up My Toys (And Go Home)"
Devonnes
- Colossus

"Hold To My Baby"
The Cavaliers
- RCA-Victor

"No Doubt About It"
The Shirelles
- Scepter

"Drowning In My Own Tears"
Queenie Lyons
- De-Luxe

"You've Got that Loving Look"
A Mythical Meadow
- RCA-Victor

"Washboard"
The Nightcrawlers
- Kapp

"Come Back To Me Marie"
The Exit 4
- Regency

"Expoobident"
Lee Morgan
- Vee Jay

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This week on On Target, Mod Marty shakes off the dust of the everyday and drops straight into the zone, spinning a set that feels alive from the first crackle. The show moves like a late-night drive—unexpected turns, bright flashes, and grooves that sneak up on you. Marty isn’t just playing records; he’s building a mood you can’t step out of. Settle in and let the signal pull you where it wants.

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The playlist is:

"Such A Soul Says..."
The Third Party
- Soul Hawk

"Let's Dance"
The Hit Pack
- Soul

"Do The Whoopie"
Sugar Pie DeSanto
- Brunswick

"Jump Back"
Rufus Thomas
- Stax

"Music"
Jeanette White
- A&M

"Love Me One More Time"
Jimmy Holiday
- Diplomacy

"Run To The Rock"
Billy Bud
- Pie

"Green Onions"
Floodlights
- Recorded Sound

"Mr. Nobody"
The Standells
- Uptown

"Elijah, Rockin' With Soul"
Hank Jacobs
- Call Me

"Free For All (Winner Takes All)"
Phillip Mitchell
- Shout

"Before It's Too Late"
Jackie Day
- Modern

"Broadway Freeze"
Harvey Scales & The Seven Sounds
- Magic Touch

"Girls Are out To Get You"
The Fascinations
- Mayfield

"Since I Found My Baby"
The Metros
- RCA-Victor

"I Know"
The Other Half 
- Vogue Disques

"Paper Crown Of Gold"
The Collection
- RCA-Victor

"Hip City"
Jr. Walker & The All Stars
- Soul

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Mod Marty returns to On Target after celebrating his long-awaited geriatric Bar Mitzvah— at last, a fully fledged man! Reborn, recharged, and armed with a stack of vinyl, he comes bearing musical gifts for the faithful. This episode bursts with soul, R&B, and mod grooves that prove wisdom only sharpens the sound. Step up, tune in, and join the celebration.

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The playlist is:

"Never Learned To Dance"
The Harvey Averne Dozen
- Up Tight

"I Do"
The Marvelows
- ABC-Paramount

"It Must Be Love"
The Contours
- Tamla

"Inspiration"
The Dells
- Cadet

"Gonna Put It On Your Mind"
Dorothy, Oma & Zelpha
- Chisa

"In Love Forever"
The Constellations
- Sonday

"Things Are Getting Better"
The High Dials
- Rainbow Quartz International

"Mister Pharmacist"
The Other Side
- Vogue

"L.S.D."
Manfred Mann
- Soul of Mann LP

"The Girl's Got 'It'"
Billy Preston
- Capitol

"What Would I Do"
The Tymes
- MGM

"Use Me"
The Satisfactions
- Smash

"Give Me My Freedom"
The Glories
- Date

"Are You Ready For This"
Jackie Verdell
- Decca

"Go For What You Know"
Archie Bell & The Drells
- Atlantic

"Like We Used To Be"
Georgie Fame & The Blue Flames
- Columbia

"Things Always Happen This Way"
Shadows Of Knight
- Dunwich

"So Good"
Don & The Goodtimes
- Epic

"Out of Sight"
James Brown on the organ
- Smash

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Even though Mod Marty couldn’t make it to Keystone this year, he’s still bringing the fire straight to your speakers with this week’s On Target. The turntables are loaded with sharp 60s soul, gritty R&B, and mod grooves that keep the party alive no matter where you are. Distance can’t dull the vibe—Marty’s spirit is right there in every spin. Tune in and feel the connection.

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The playlist is:

"Feel It"
Mike St.Shaw
- Capitol

"Dancin' Everywhere"
Bob & Earl
- Mirwood

"Get It"
Sam & Dave
- Atlantic

"Get It From the Bottom"
The Steelers
- Date

"Tossin' & Turnin'"
The Upsetters ft. Jimmy Wess ‎
- ABC

"I've Got To Check You Out"
Billy Harner
- V-Tone

"Cupid"
Ricky Lewis
- Enjoy

"Little Miss Go Go"
Freddy Cannon
- Warner Brothers

"Oh Mercy"
The Charms
- Jay-Dee

"It's So Right"
The Swinging Blue Jeans
- Capitol

"I'm Satisfied With You"
The Furys
- Keymen

"That's When The Tears Started"
The Blossoms
- Reprise

"I Can't Take It"
Ronnie Taylor
- Revilot

"Batman To The Rescue"
Lavern Baker
- Brunswick

"Hey You! Little Boo-Ga-Loo"
Chubby Checker
- Parkway

"Baby You Got It"
Frank Dell
- Valise

"Sweet Soul Music"
The Mohawks
- Pama

"Hi Heel Sneakers"
John Fred's Playboy Band
- Columbia

"Can't Find A Way"
Joe Frank & The Knights
- ABC-Paramount

"Take Your Shoes Off"
Booker T. Averhart & The Mustangs
- Kent