What makes Workin' Together by Ike & Tina Turner notable?

'Workin' Together' features the iconic cover of 'Proud Mary,' which became a signature song for the duo and contributed to their rise on the charts. The album's blend of funk and rock not only showcased their versatility but also influenced the emerging sound of the early 1970s, making it a staple in the development of funk rock. Released in November 1970, 'Workin' Together' arrived during a prolific period for Ike & Tina Turner, following their breakthrough with 'Proud Mary' earlier that year. This album continued to solidify their reputation as a powerhouse duo in the soul and rock scenes, showcasing their ability to blend genres and deliver electrifying performances.

Who is Workin' Together for?

Workin' Together works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, gradual builds and payoffs and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on Workin' Together?

Workin' Together has 11 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Workin' Together

Ike & Tina Turner · 1970

34 min · 11 tracks · blues

A vibrant fusion of soul, rock, and funk that showcases the dynamic chemistry between Ike and Tina Turner.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Workin’ Together — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of partnership and resilience, featuring a driving rhythm that invites listeners to join in its infectious energy.
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Proud Mary — This rendition transforms the original into a high-energy anthem, highlighting Tina's powerful vocals and Ike's dynamic guitar work, defining their sound.
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(As Long as I Can) Get You When I Want You — This track combines soulful lyrics with a catchy melody, showcasing Tina's vocal prowess while reflecting on themes of desire and control.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong vocal interplay and solid arrangements but lacks some cohesion in pacing.

What we noticed

The album opens with a high-energy title track that sets a fast pace, which is maintained through the first half before slowing down in the latter tracks.
Several songs feature call-and-response vocals between Ike and Tina, emphasizing their dynamic interaction and vocal chemistry.
The cover of 'Proud Mary' is placed as the ninth track, serving as a climactic moment that revitalizes the energy before concluding with slower numbers.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady, consistent energy levels
gradual builds and payoffs
dynamic emotional journeys
short, punchy listening sessions

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Continued the duo's rise after 'Proud Mary' and solidified their reputation.
Themes: soulful partnership· resilient love· dynamic performance energy
Career context: Released in November 1970, 'Workin' Together' arrived during a prolific period for Ike & Tina Turner, following their breakthrough with 'Proud Mary' earlier that year. This album continued to solidify their reputation as a powerhouse duo in the soul and rock scenes, showcasing their ability to blend genres and deliver electrifying performances.
Stylistic neighbors: James Brown· Aretha Franklin· Sly and the Family Stone