(My Heart Goes) Zigga Zagga Zoom / Never Will I Love You Again

Released in 1963 on the small independent Almont Records label, this single represents the era of regional soul and rhythm and blues production common in the early sixties. The Relatives were a vocal group navigating the competitive landscape of the soul circuit, aiming to capture the upbeat, danceable energy that characterized the radio hits of the period. Like many small-label releases of the time, the recording reflects a DIY aesthetic, prioritizing a raw, live-performance sound over the polished studio production that would become standard later in the decade.

The record label, Almont, was part of a broader ecosystem of independent labels that sought to discover regional talent and generate interest through local distribution. While The Relatives did not achieve widespread national chart success, this release serves as an artifact of the group's contribution to the local soul scene. The design and presentation follow the standard template for regional R&B 45s of the mid-sixties, reflecting the straightforward, utilitarian marketing approach used to promote artists to jukebox operators and local radio DJs.