Not every song can be a chart-topper. There is a Chicago-based record label that strives to archive and release music that was largely ignored in its own time. The Numero Group has generated a catalog of neglected music across many genres. Ken Shipley explains the origins, mission, and vision of The Numero Group.

Music featured (courtesy of The Numero Group):

Bill Moss – Sock it to ‘em Soul Brother (Instrumental) from Eccentric Soul: The Capsoul Label Jackie Stoudemire – Invisible Wind (Instrumental) from Don’t Stop: Recording Tap Syl Johnson – Is it because I’m Black? (Instrumental) from Light: On the South Side The Tap Orchestra – Don’t Stop Dancin’ from Don’t Stop: Recording Tap Antena – Sissexa from Camino Del Sol The Majestic Arrows – I’ll Never Cry for Another Boy from Eccentric Soul: The Bandit Label Our Numero Recommendations:

Eccentric Soul: The Capsoul Label Cult Cargo: Belize City Boil Up Good God: A Gospel Funk Hymnal Eccentric Soul: Twinight’s Lunar Rotation Home Schooled: The ABC’s of Kid Soul Don’t Stop: Recording Tap Wayfaring Strangers: Guitar Soli Local Customs: Downriver Revival Titan: It’s All Pop!