Below a selection of pictures from The Soul of Amsterdam archive - most of the photos exposed here are exclusive to this site - all photos are shot by Andreas Hellingh or given to him by artists/managers/agents/producers and friends. Note; the page may take long to load, especially when accessing over a phone modem. Click on a photo to enlarge.

Former RCA recording artist Alfie Silas with her son, Chad Richard Durio. It seems that Chad is following his mothers footsteps. Chad, who is 22-years old today sang in a Children's Choir and is featured on Quincy Jones' "Back On The Block" LP. If you didn't know... Alfie is into Gospel now a days.

Howard Hewett, the former lead singer of Shalamar, got the thrill of his life when he was introduced to Marvin Gaye - Marvin was shot dead 8-months later!

Here's a picture of another artist I've had the pleasure of working with... Former Geffen recording artist Vaneese Thomas - singer/songwriter and daughter to the late Rufus and sister to Carla Thomas. The photo was shot in 2000 at Vaneese' home in Pound Ridge, New York.

LaToya (Yvonne) Jackson is the fifth child, the first female sibling, of the hugely successful Jackson family to pursue a solo musical career. Pictured: LaToya chillin' out during a photo session for her 1980 Polydor debut.  

Patrice Rushen laughs at jazz artist Lenny White as he relates the tale of how his favorite hat was stolen, seemingly for good. But it returned, as you can see. LOL

From left: Candice "Candi" Ghant, Kim "Maxi" Wuletich, Joanne "Jojo" McDuffie, and Ann "Cheri" Bailey a.k.a. The Mary Jane Girls in the studio working on "All Night Long," early '83. This song was uge!! Oh and by the way... my favorite of the bunch was CANDI! Which one was yours?!? LOL

Pictured below, singer-songwriter Sandra St. Victor and myself at Schiphol Airport on our way to a performance in Europe. Look carefully to my left eye! Don’t laugh bastards, it’s actually a heroic story!!

Unfortunately the picture is not the best in quality but it does capture a unique moment - singers Jean Carn & Sandra St. Victor on-stage together! In the nearby future I will upload audio of this live performance. Anyway, former lead singer of the cult band The Family Stand was in the U.K. for business, during her time off she went to see Jean Carn perform. Sandra was shocked when Ms. Carn pulled her on-stage! So was everyone else though it was an experience we will never forget!!

It has been a pleasure to work with singer and recording artist Omari Shabazz. I was able to sign him to First Experience Records a couple of years ago. Pictured below: Shabazz during rehearsal at the Jazz Café, London U.K. circa 2002. Unfortunately someone at the venue forgot to turn on the lights. Fools!!! LOL

Below a few pix from a performance by singer-songwriter, former Def Jam recording artist Alyson Williams in Amsterdam. You may also remember Alyson when she was part of the group High Fashion. I had the pleasure of assisting Alyson during her European tour. Do check out her latest CD "It's About Time"!

Were digging through the crates again! Photo was taken many moons ago with a crap camara (or the crap photographer that I am LOL) feat. one of my favorite vocalists - former Prelude and Capitol recording artist Audrey Wheeler of the group Unlimited Touch. What a voice! Holla at me Audrey!!    

I can't remember the exact date but it was July 2003 fo sho!! LOL  Pictured a Live Performance by Chaka in NYC with to your far right Karen Bernod on backing vocals. Did I say the show was free of charge?

From Left-to-Right: The wonderful N'Dambi, Mac Diva Sandra St. Victor, Andreas Hellingh and Brooklyn based Karen Bernod. The photo was taken during a live performance in Amsterdam (with full band) many moons ago. The show was titled 'Soul Sisters' and put together by Andreas.

Christmas is my favorite time of the year! Geuss who came to town? From L-to-R singer James "D-Train" Williams, head huncho of Expansion Ralph Tee, Radio jock Michael De Ruyter and A & R Andreas Hellingh. P.S. Santa never made it to town! LOL

James is an incredible vocalist and it's such a joy to see him perform, again and again! The photo was shot Oktober/November 2004 during a live performance in club Paradiso. KEEP ON!

Two old friends meet again! Photo was taken at Sandra St. Victor's home - James couldn't resist to playing the piano.

Pictured are singers and performers Nona Hendrix and Simone (daughter to Nina Simone) during the first rehearsal for the "Daughters of Soul" European tour.

What a pleasure it was to bump into singer-songwriter Lil Babs from Sweden! 

Photo was taken in Malmö, Sweden 2004 during D-Train's tour in Scandinavia. Pictured is James Williams being interviewed by Mats Nileskär for his radio show "P3 Soul" aired weekly on national radio in Sweden.

Pictured is singer-songwriter James "D-Train" Williams with myself and Jimmy (club promoter) while having dinner in Sweden during one of D-Train's performances in Scandinavia.

Aaaaahh Freak Out! Photo was taken in Amsterdam July 2005 feat. Luther Vandross best friend Fonzi! 

Gwen Dickey and Patrick Hernandez of "Born To Be Alive" fame with Peaches & Herb.