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Released 60 years ago

The Soul of Ike & Tina

Ike & Tina Turner · 1966

5 min · 12 tracks · funk · R&B · rock & roll

A vibrant blend of soul and blues infused with Tina Turner's electrifying vocals and Ike's rhythmic guitar work.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady groove for social gatherings
  • uplifting energy for joyful moments
  • emotional depth in vocal delivery
  • easy listening during afternoon breaks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
  • dislike consistent rhythmic patterns

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1966, 'The Soul of Ike & Tina' came as the duo was solidifying their reputation as a dynamic live act. This album followed their breakthrough hit 'River Deep – Mountain High', showcasing their growing popularity and artistic evolution in the soul genre.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Goodbye So Long
  • 2 If I Can't Be First
  • 3 Chicken Shack 2:57
  • 4 I Don't Need
  • 5 I Wish My Dreams Would Come True
  • 6 Hard Times
  • 7 It's Crazy Baby 2:58
  • 8 Gonna Have Fun
  • 9 Am I a Fool in Love
  • 10 Something Came Over Me
  • 11 Hurt Is All You Gave Me
  • 12 Don't You Blame It on Me

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