REMEMBERING ISAAC HAYES

My playlist this week will be in tribute to Mr. Isaac Hayes. Truly a great talent is lost. He has contributed so much to the music world. But he was more than that, a man of his caliber extreme talents will be sorely missed. He leaves a legacy that can not be replicated. From his contributions to music, movie, and other charitable efforts he will be remembered.

His music was definitely part of my growing up; it was listening to his music among others that inspired my interest in music. I can still recall when my dad purchased the Black Moses Album. Back in a time when we had vinyl to play on stereos and album covers that were inspired by the concepts of various artists. This one in particular unfolded in the shape of he cross, and Isaac Hayes was wearing clothing similar to what they wore in biblical times, hence the Black Moses. I suppose he considered himself leading his musical followers into a new era of music. And lead us he did in various directions with his musical abilities. From movie screen to the concert halls to the TV screen, his music played a role beyond what most would imagine. I still listen to one of my favorites from the "Shaft" soundtrack "Cafe Regios". While listening to "Walk on by", a Burt Bacharach composition, I noticed the intricate arrangement of that composition he imposed on it. He definitely made his imprint on that song. For me he brought music to life, you didn't the words to express much, it was alive and vibrant instruments that told the story.

Mr. Hayes was not beyond sharing his talents to help others in a time of need. I can recall the time my co-worker (who happened to also work at the same radio station with Mr. Hayes in NYC) organized a fundraiser for the community center's daycare program. He performed at a benefit concert to raise funds and it was quite a successful evening for all involved.

I will always associate great music with Isaac Hayes in my heart, because he truly lived his music and gave us his best. I appreciate being able to listen to his words and music in a time music was real music, not what we are experiencing in this day and age. Originality and innovation is really not what today's music is made up, blood, sweat and tears along with inspiration made music back in the day what it was. Thank You Mr. Hayes for giving us the gift of music, may you join the other greats who have gone on before you, to perform a wonderful concert in heaven. R.I.P...

Jazziej80

Cafe Regios performed by Isaac Hayes





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