Reviewing reviewers isn't really the norm around these parts; I'm not a music news blogger or someone who tends to reblog things. However, one of the people I'm following over at my Tumblr blog (now my personal blog) pointed me in the direction of this compelling look at the importance of Isaac Hayes to the history of soul music. Written by Andy Gill, it's an incredibly relevant and insightful look at why the successes of Isaac Hayes's inventions paved the way for the careers of many others whom we consider to be the greatest performers in soul music ...
It is with a very heavy heart that I write about the passing of one of Memphis music's living legends, the incomparable soul impresario and composer Isaac Hayes. The shocking news of his untimely death has sent shockwaves through the music community here in Memphis, many (like me) struggling for some way to place the impact of his life's work into personal perspective.
"Ike", as he was known to his friends and colleagues, seems to me may have been ill for some time. It was well known, though not often spoken about, that Ike had long struggled ...
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Iggy & The Stooges have had their van and all of their gear stolen early this morning in Montreal. A complete list of stolen gear appears after the jump & I hope (if you are around that area or in the United States near that area) you'll take time to check the list. If you have a blog or a music site, please spread the word to your friends in Canada.
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