Seattle has always had a thriving music scene. When I was going to school in Seattle, there was a robust jazz music and Rock/R&B scene. After I left, the scene turned into a funk and R&B scene which was recently chronicled in a great documentary called Wheedle’s Groove. The city was burgeoning with at least twenty clubs where live music was the norm. I played in many of them and got to see many stars of the day in these small clubs. I remember getting to see Jr Walker and the All Stars at the Black and Tan club.
In 1972, a thriving Seattle soul music scene was on the verge of national recognition. In 1975, almost suddenly, the scene died and was quickly forgotten by the changing city. In 2001, after the chance discovery of a 45-record, a local DJ uncovers a rich past hidden in plain view.
Narrated by Sir Mix-A-Lot. Features interviews with musicians from the time as well as commentary with Quincy Jones, Mark Arm (Mudhoney), Ben Shepherd (Soundgarden), Ben Gibbard (Postal Service/Death Cab for Cutie).