{"title":"Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin","description":"\u003cp\u003eGene Chandler and Barbara Acklin were prominent figures in the Chicago soul music scene during the mid-20th century. Chandler, known as the \"Duke of Earl\", combined doo-wop, rhythm and blues, and soul into his signature style, while Acklin's soulful ballads often incorporated elements of pop. Their most significant collaboration, \"From the Teacher to the Preacher,\" peaked at number 16 on the R\u0026amp;B chart in 1968, showcasing their harmonious blending of styles. The pair's contributions significantly influenced the development and popularity of Chicago soul music.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"show-me-the-way-to-go-love-wont-start","title":"Show Me The Way To Go\/ Love Won't Start","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis was the duo's first chart success, but to my mind their record company missed the boat by not plugging the terrific dance number of the B side. Can you say \"Burnin'\"?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48514874048745,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/8508\/9001\/files\/genechandlerbacklin1.jpg?v=1752191743"},{"product_id":"will-i-find-love-little-green-apples","title":"Will I Find Love\/ Little Green Apples","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the third of three Brunswick singles featuring Chandler and Acklin. Like the first two?both of which charted?this one is another ecstasy of Northern Soul delight! Note: This beautiful copy has a drillhole. The vinyl looks only lightly touched, and the audio is very close to Mint. (This scan is a representative image from our archives.)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48515332276457,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/8508\/9001\/files\/genechandlerbacklin2.jpg?v=1752198741"},{"product_id":"from-the-teacher-to-the-preacher-anywhere-but-nowhere-3","title":"From The Teacher To The Preacher\/ Anywhere But Nowhere","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis terrific number deserved much greater success than it got at the time, although it's since become a favorite with U.K. northern soul fans.  Kev Roberts pegs it at #360 in his list of the top 500 Northern Soul singles.  Note: This beautiful copy has a touch of wear on the A label, but the labels grade Near Mint overall. The vinyl looks untouched, and the audio is very close to Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516406477033,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/8508\/9001\/files\/genechandlerbacklin5.jpg?v=1752223199"},{"product_id":"show-me-the-way-to-go-love-wont-start-1","title":"Show Me The Way To Go\/ Love Won't Start","description":"This is a new, unplayed promo copy from the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.classic45s.com\/textpage.php?page=neal\" target=\"_new\"\u003eLouise Neal 45 Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, in its original Brunswick Records factory sleeve. This was the duo's first chart success, but to my mind their record company missed the boat by not plugging the terrific dance number of the B side. Can you say \"Burnin'\"? Note: This beautiful promo 45 has Mint labels except for an \"X\" inked on the A side. The vinyl looks untouched, and the audio is pristine Mint!","brand":"Gene Chandler and Barbara Acklin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48516530176233,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/8508\/9001\/files\/genechandlerbacklin6.jpg?v=1752226853"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.classic45s.com\/collections\/gene-chandler-and-barbara-acklin\/1960s.oembed","provider":"Classic 45's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}