It was created as the soundtrack for the movie Shaft, and is responsible for the music for the classic blaxploitation crime film directed by Gordon Parks.This album was critically acclaimed and considered one of the greatest soundtracks of all time.
Isaac Hayes composed and performed the music for “Shaft.”This album features his signature soul, funk, and orchestral arrangements.The album included the iconic theme song, “Theme from Shaft,” which was a huge hit and earned Hayes an Academy Award for Best Original Song.The song’s infectious groove, memorable guitar riff, and Hayes’ smooth, soulful vocals made it an instant classic.
Tracklist
A1. Theme From Shaft (Vocal)
A2. Bumpy's Lament
A3. Walk From Regio's
A4. Ellie's Love Theme
A5. Shaft's Cab Ride
A6. Do Your Thing
A7.The End Theme
B1. Cafe Regio's
B2. Early Sunday Morning
B3. Be Yourself
B4. A Friend's Place
B5. Soulsville (Vocal)
B6. No Name Bar
B7. Bumpy's Blues
B8. Shaft Strikes Again
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