Ike Turner - Blues Roots (1972) MP3 320

Ike Turner - Blues Roots (1972) MP3 320

Blues Roots is the lean, mean collection of blues standards Ike Turner long promised to deliver, crafted with real conviction and energy. Turner cut the album in his home studio and played all the instruments himself, which contributes significantly to the music's raw, earthy appeal. Even his deadpan vocals work in this context. But whatever its other virtues, Blues Roots is first and foremost a showcase for Turner's blistering guitar -- several cuts are instrumentals, in fact. And don't worry about authenticity -- if anyone's lived this music, it's Ike.

Elk Notes: It's one of my favorite albums and it's a rare one. The influence that this guy had (directly and indirectly) on pivotal musicians from the 50's onward should not be underestimated. Enjoy!

Track Listing

01 - You're Still My Baby 02:59
02 - Tacks In My Shoes 02:57
03 - The Things I Used To Do 02:58
04 - Goin' Home 03:02
05 - Lawdy Miss Clawdy 01:38
06 - Right On 04:51
07 - Think 03:02
08 - Rockin' Blues 02:49
09 - That's Alright 03:00
10 - My Babe 03:04
11 - Broken Hearted 03:29
12 - If You Love Me Like You Say 03:14