SHAFT Original Soundtrack Vinyl Record
SHAFT Original Soundtrack Vinyl Record
Shaft is a 1971 American crime action film directed by Gordon Parks and written by Ernest Tidyman and John D. F. Black. It is an adaptation of Tidyman's novel of the same name and is the first entry in the Shaft film series.
One of the greatest factors contributing to Shaft's wild success and lasting appeal is its memorable musical score, "a revolutionary funk/soul masterpiece", composed by Isaac Hayes. Hayes auditioned for the role of Shaft but was asked to compose the musical score instead. "Vulgar, shallow, and crudely done, Shaft distinguished itself mainly by having the best musical score of the year. Isaac Hayes's sensual, moody background music added to the texture of the film…"
Hayes' soundtrack was known for its unique and catchy sound. "Instead of laying out a series of lengthy, chilled-out raps and jams, the episodic nature of a movie structure obliged him to focus on shorter instrumentals, featuring laid-back, jazz-infused riffs and solos." For example, from the 'Theme from Shaft,' "The instrumental section, played by the Bar Kays and Movement, deploys pulsating bass, stuttering wah-wah guitar, Hayes's own distinctive piano playing, a descending four-note horn motif, ascending flute runs and the now famous Pearl and Dean-style blasts of brass and strings." "Thirty five years on, Shaft may sound dated, but it's a sound that inspired a generation of soul musicians. Hayes' laid back vocal delivery and the gorgeous arrangements by Johnny Allen are still breathtaking, and the album remains a quintessential slice of '70s soul."
Tracklist
A1 Theme From Shaft (Vocal)
A2 Bumpy's Lament
A3 Walk From Regio's
A4 Ellie's Love Theme
A5 Shaft's Cab Drive
B1 Cafe Regio's
B2 Early Sunday Morning
B3 Be Yourself
B4 A Friend's Place
C1 Soulsville ( Vocal)
C2 No Name Bar
C3 Bumpy's Blues
C4 Shaft Strikes Again
D1 Do Your Thing (Vocal)
D2 The End Theme
Protection
Each record is protected within its record sleeve by a white vellum anti-dust sleeve.
Packaging
All items are shipped brand-new and unopened in original packaging. Every record is shipped in original factory-applied shrink wrap and has never been touched by human hands.
UPC | 29667082112 |
Released | 11/20/1989 |
Styles | Soundtrack, Soul-Jazz, Soul, Jazz-Funk, Funk, Southern Soul, Quiet Storm, Memphis Soul, Disco, Classic Soul |
Record Label | Stax |
Weight | 0.95 lb |
Dimensions | 12.36" x 11.30" x 0.31" |
Categories |
A1 | Theme From Shaft (Vocal) |
A2 | Bumpy's Lament |
A3 | Walk From Regio's |
A4 | Ellie's Love Theme |
A5 | Shaft's Cab Drive |
B1 | Cafe Regio's |
B2 | Early Sunday Morning |
B3 | Be Yourself |
B4 | A Friend's Place |
C1 | Soulsville ( Vocal) |
C2 | No Name Bar |
C3 | Bumpy's Blues |
C4 | Shaft Strikes Again |
D1 | Do Your Thing (Vocal) |
D2 | The End Theme |