Wednesday, 23 September 2015

Rock and Roll Wednesdays: Ike Turner

Izear Luster Turner Jr. (November 5, 1931 – December 12, 2007)
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Musician, Songwriter, Talent Scout and Record Producer. Ike Turner, was a pioneer of 1950's Rock and Roll and his influence stretches to many Artist in varying genres. Revelations in his latter life has downplayed his major contributions to American Music. Please take a listen here and have a good Wednesday: Proud Mary, Box top, A fool in love (Ike and Tina Turner), Nutbush city limits (Ike and Tina Turner), It's gonna work out fine (Ike and Tina Turner) and Rocket 88 (Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats)

Source:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ike_Turner
Background information
Birth nameIzear Luster Turner Jr.
Also known asIcky Renrut, Lover Boy
BornNovember 5, 1931
Clarksdale, Mississippi, US
DiedDecember 12, 2007(aged 76)
San Marcos, California, US
GenresR&BMemphis bluessoul bluesblues rockrock and rollfunk
Occupation(s)Musician, songwriter, record producer
InstrumentsGuitar, piano, vocals
Years active1951–2007
LabelsChessCobraFlairKing,Modern/RPMSunUnited Artists,
Associated actsTina TurnerThe Ikettes, The Kings of Rhythm
Notable instruments
Fender Stratocaster

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