The University Settlement Homecoming Dance that takes place at 7:30 tonight at Sokol National Hall will feature band leader Lou Ragland, a guy with deep roots in Cleveland's soul and R&B scene. Years ago, Ragland worked with the O’Jays and has recorded in various formats with all sorts of Cleveland soul groups including his own bands Hot Chocolate, Seven Miles High and Volcanic Eruption. Ragland's first single, “Never Let Me Go/Party at Lester’s,” was recorded locally in 1960 at Boddie Recording Studio on Union Ave. and released on the Way Out label in 1961. Other guests who’ll perform at the show and play with Ragland include Phil Coghill (True Movement, Avatar), Art Blakey (the Hesitations) and Harvey Hall (Harvey and the Phenomenals, the Fabulous Flames). Actor Peter Lawson Jones will serve as emcee for the event, and tickets cost $25. (Niesel)
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