Episode 34 - Soul Train & BET's American Soul
Soul Train was one of the most innovative music shows ever made. BET's American Soul, is an autobiographical miniseries about it, that returned for season 2. In this episode, learn about Soul Train, its creator Don Cornelius, popular songs performed on the show, and portrayal on American Soul.
Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena
Songs Used:
"Friendship Train" - Gladys Knight & The Pips (1969)
"T.S.O.P. (The Sound of Philadelphia)" - MFSB (1974)
"T.S.O.P. (The Sound of Philadelphia)" - MFSB & The Three Degrees (1974)
"When Will I See You Again" - The Three Degrees (1974)
"Oh Girl" - The Chi-Lites (1972)
"Love Train" - The O'Jays (1972)
"Dancing Machine" - The Jackson 5 (1973-1974)
"Bad Luck" - Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes (1974-1975)
"Use Me (Acoustic)" - Bill Withers (1973)
"Here I Am (Come and Take Me) (Live)" - Al Green (1974)
"Soul Train" - Stevie Wonder & Soul Train Dancers (1972)
"People Gotta Move" - Gino Vannelli (1975)
"Bennie and the Jets" - Elton John (1974)
"Fame" - David Bowie (1975)
"Friendship Train" - Kelly Rowland (American Soul, 2020)