
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.... (Full plot summary below)
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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.
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| Seattle TimesJonathan ZwickelWatching Wheedle's Groove, you realize how universally DIY Seattle is -- a "Family Affair," to borrow the name of Robbie Hill's band. |
| PopMattersAndrew GilstrapWheedle's Groove generates a good vibe from start to finish. |
| User ReviewNicole OThanks to this film, I am reminded of one of my favorite pastimes--falling to sleep with the radio on. If you can still do that, I'm happy for you. Seems like music with heart and soul is rarely played these days. In the late 60s and early 70s, local teen soul bands with actual musicians from around Seattle are featured in this look at what was. A perfect meeting of enthusiasm, innocence and talent, Wheedle's Groove shows why this may never happen again, but gives good reason for exactly why it should. |