Biography
Gloria Barnes is a soul and funk artist who recorded during the early 1970s. She is best known for her only studio album, Uptown, released in 1971, which featured collaborations with The Ohio Players and Lee Moses. Her music is characterized by raw, authentic soul and funk elements that have made her recordings highly sought after by deep soul and funk collectors.
Fun Facts
- Gloria Barnes' only LP, Uptown (1971), became extremely rare and highly desirable in the deep soul/funk market, with original copies selling for approximately $3,500 on Discogs before its 2017 reissue.
- Her album Uptown was not reissued until 2017 by Colemine Records, making it one of those records that remained obscure for decades before gaining renewed attention.
- The music on Uptown is described as 'insanely raw soul' that demonstrates authenticity and quality that is immediately apparent upon listening.
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- The Ohio Players - Featured musicians on her album Uptown (Uptown (1971)) [1971]
- Lee Moses - Collaborator on her album Uptown (Uptown (1971)) [1971]
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Heard on WWOZ
Gloria BArnes has been played 1 time on WWOZ 90.7 FM, New Orleans' jazz and heritage station.
| Date | Time | Title | Show | Spotify |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 5, 2026 | 20:44 | I'll Call You BAck LAterfrom REMINED 45 | Blues and R&Bw/ Gentilly Jr. |