This 1969 album captures Ike Turner's Kings of Rhythm during a period of intense activity, just before the release of 'Proud Mary' with the Ikettes. It showcases their signature blend of driving rhythm and blues with emerging funk elements.
- The album was released on the Funky Delicacies label. It features the band performing soul, R&B, and funk. It was released in 1969.
- The album's title, 'A Black Man's Soul', reflects the prominent soul and R&B influences on display.
- This release came out between Turner's work on 'The Hunter' and his later success with Tina Turner.
Kings of Rhythm was Ike Turner's band, a seminal force in the development of rock and roll and R&B. By 1969, Turner had already been a working musician and bandleader for over two decades, constantly reinventing his sound.
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