Ike & Tina Turner
Outta Season
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

Scarce 1968 stereo white label promo gatefold original. Ike & Tina Turner were one of the most electrifying and influential soul and R&B duos of the 1960s and early 1970s. Their dynamic partnership produced a string of hits characterized by Tina Turner's powerhouse vocals and Ike Turner's sharp musical direction. Their music often fused elements of soul, blues, and rock, reflecting the energy of the era and their unique synergy as performers. The duo’s live performances, marked by Tina's commanding stage presence, set a benchmark for live R&B acts and helped to break racial barriers in the music industry. The album is especially notable for its raw, bluesy sound and its commentary on the cultural landscape of the time. The cover art, depicting Ike and Tina in whiteface eating watermelon, was a provocative statement on race and stereotyping in America. Musically, the album features reinterpretations of blues classics, including a celebrated cover of "I've Been Loving You Too Long."