New 2023 mix by Nigel Lowis delivers a fresh, sparkling sound to an overlooked track
Five-part harmonies arranged by Pat Lewis provide the signature soulful arrangement
Includes rare backing vocals from Pat Lewis, matching the classic Northern Soul style
Original demo version of the song, performed by Jake Jakas after Frankie Gaye's death
Signed to Motown in 1984 and was a prominent solo artist until his rise with Sade
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Jake Jacas, real name Jake Moses, was a British solo male black artist signed to Motown in 1984. Jake released a very sought after single, “Hold Me” on the actual Motown label itself, in 1985, but then vanished from prominence until he reached Ian Levine. He was also a regularly gigging musician, most notably because he was Sade’s saxoph
