Shaft's his name and his game. MGM's 1971 distribution of Gordon Parks' black action - crime flick gave legitimacy to a niche film genre. It also provided a mainstream platform for Isaac Hayes' new soul music. Sandwiched between his
To Be Continued and
Black Moses albums,
Shaft features Hayes (backed by The Bar - Kays) distilling his orchestral soul into 3 - 4 minute bursts, except for the 19 - minute “Do Your Thing”. Thanks to the Oscar - winning “Theme From Shaft”, it's the best - selling album on Stax. The scratchy guitar and Hayes' quips made it a blaxploitation icon, yet it's a phenomenal song with out - of - this - world tension. Most tracks are low - slung instrumental soul grooves. Ike & co. start with “Bumpy's Lament” (sampled in Dre's “Xxplosive” and Lil Kim's “Drugs”). Other tracks like “No Name Bar”, “Cafe Regio's” and “Early Sunday Morning” are as lush as his best work. This is a deluxe 180g double vinyl with remastered audio from original analog tapes by Dave Cooley at Elysian Masters. It comes in an old - school tip - on jacket and is limited to 1000 copies. Music label: Craft Recordings 2018. Reviewed by Hannibal Chew in 03/2018.
Using this Isaac Hayes - Shaft vinyl record is easy. Just place it on your turntable and gently drop the needle on the groove to start enjoying the music. When handling the record, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting dirt or oil on the vinyl. Always store the record in its jacket when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches. If you notice any dust on the record, use a soft, anti - static brush to gently clean it. Avoid exposing the record to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, as this can warp the vinyl. With proper care, you can enjoy this limited - edition record for years to come.
