Ike And Tina Turner - Ike And Tina Turner EP

Starring: Ike Turner, Tina Turner Original UK Premiere: 2003 Dvd Release: 27th January, 2003 Number Of Discs: 1 Format: PAL, Region 2 Encoding

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Tina Turner is an African American singer, Buddhist & occasional actress probably best known for her scorching performances with the Ike & Tina Turner Revue & for her remarkable solo comeback in the mid- 1980s. Tina Turner is noted for her overpowering stage presence -- long legs, big hair & powerful voice. She was discovered by Ike Turner, a noted pioneer of rock & roll, whom she later married. She began as a occasional vocalist in his show at the age of 18, but within a couple of years she not only had a new name, but was the spotlight of a popular soul revue led by Ike Turner & his Kings of Rhythm. Ike & Tina Turner recorded a number of hits in the 1960s, including A Fool In Love, Its Gonna Work out Fine & the legendary River Deep, Mountain High. Their signature hit became their frantic rendition of Proud Mary. Ikes increasingly abusive behavior led Tina to abruptly leave him in 1976. She credits her newfound Buhddist faith with giving her the courage to strike out on her own.

Ike Turner is an American musician, bandleader, talent scout & record producer. He is a member of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Turner was born in Clarksdale, Mississippi. His musical career began with his childhood piano teacher, Pinetop Perkins, who taught him the boogie-woogie that he later transformed into early rock & roll. Turners 1949 recording of Rocket 88 is considered one of the earliest examples of rock & roll with a driving back beat & topped with electric guitar & wailing saxophone. It was a sharp contrast from the relatively more jazzy & sophisticated jump blues or swing combo music that preceded it. The record was released under the name of Jackie Brenston & his Delta Cats, but was actually performed by Ike Turner & His Kings of Rhythm. Through music-business intrigue, Brenston, Turners saxophone player, ended up with artist & co-author credit on Turners tune.

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