Ecko Records

Welcome to Ecko records, home of great contemporary Soul, Blues and Gospel Music.

News and updates

2/23/10: Ms. Jody is back! The new release on Ms. Jody is now available. Preview "Ms. Jody's On The Streets Again" on the New Releases page now .

1/21/10: New release on the Gospel Miracles THE GOSPEL MIRACLES return with a new CD which is the best of their more than 20 years career. Guest appearances by the legendary Huey Williams of the Jackson Southernaires and Shontelle Norman.

1/18/10: Coming soon on Ms Jody Ms Jody returns with her fifth release on Ecko Records. Ms Jody is currently performing on "The Blues Is Alright Tour 2010," across the South and Midwest

01/04/10: Funeral services for Earl Gaines have been set for Friday January 8, 2010 at St. Luke CME Church in nashville, TN. Viewing will be at 10 a.m. followed by a musical service at 11 a.m. with Service at 12 noon. Davis-Campbell-McLean is the presiding Funeral Home. They are located at 1404 Jefferson St. Nashville, TN, phone (615) 329-9700.

12/31/09: Earl Gaines Passes in Nashville, TN Ecko Records' is sad to announce the loss of legendary Bluesman Earl Gaines. Earl was in the process of recording his new album when he became ill in the last few weeks and was admitted to the hospital for tests. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made at this time.

11/28/09: "It's Christmas, Baby!" Christmas CD Ecko Records' Christmas CD is back for the holidays. Listen to song samples now on the New Releases page.

11/03/09: New release on Donnie Ray Donnie Ray returns with a hot new CD. Listen to song samples now on the New Releases page.

Youtube video "Did You Put Put Yo Foot In It" feat. Mr. Sam & O. B. Buchana

the all new

Soul Blues Report

The Soul Blues Report brings you all the latest news on the contemporary Southern Soul scene. The site is frequently updated to keep you abreast of all things Soul-Blues and Southern Soul. Be sure to check it out now at Soul Blues Report

10/13/09: New release on O. B. Buchana Preview the new CD and listen to song samples now on the New Releases page.

10/01/09: Coming Soon! - New release on Donnie Ray. Preview the new CD and listen to song samples now on the Coming Soon page. Release date is October 27, 2009

09/25/09: More Ms Jody video on Youtube - Ms Jody performs "Sugar Daddy" the 7th Annual Tri-State Blues Festival at the Desoto Civic Center

09/22/09: New Ms Jody video on Youtube - Ms Jody in concert at the 7th Annual Tri-State Blues Festival at the Desoto Civic Center Also just added, O. B. Buchana in cocert with "Come And Get It While He's Gone" -
And O. B. Buchana in cocert with "Just Playin' With It" live at the Tri-State Blues Fest.

09/12/09: Coming Soon! - New release on O. B. Buchana. Preview the new CD and listen to song samples now on the Coming Soon page. Featuring special guest appearances by Mr. Sam and Ms. Jody.

08/10/09: New Ms. Jody interview posted on the all new Soul Blues Report. Catch the up and coming Icon Ms. Jody as she talks about her recent work including recording for a new song with J. Blackfoot.

08/04/09: New release on David Brinston just added to the New Releases page. David's newest CD "Dirty Woman" features special guest appearances by J. Blackfoot and Ms. Jody.
Also just released is "The Best Of Southern Soul Blues" which includes hits from various artists.

07/21/09: New releases: The Eternal Light Singers, "Simply Outstanding", and Various Artists "Southern Soul Hits 1" added to the New Releases page.
The Eternal Light Singers have been nominated at the Gospel Music Workshop of America's national conclave for the coveted "Excellence Awards" for Quartet Group of year and New Artists Of The Year. They were also recognized as the Quartet of the Year by the Arkansas Heritage Gala Awards.

06/16/09: New release on Sweet Angel, "Bold Bitch!" added to the New Releases page.