RIP Isaac Hayes Posted by Junior

Isaac Hayes 1942 - 2008 Soul legend Isaac Hayes passed away at the weekend at the age of just 65. I don't throw around the term genius too lightly but for me at least Isaac fits readily into that category. Undoubtedly one of the biggest influences on the development of soul from the late sixties to the eighties as well as on my own musical education the man was a true great of the industry and leaves behind a catalogue that will be loved and appreciated for many years to come. I'll never forget the first time I heard his version of Walk On By and its impact is still as strong today as when it was recorded near on 40 years ago. Oliver over at Soul Sides has put together a tribute post which captures everything I could want to say and more beautifully as well as featuring a couple of Isaac's greatest hits, I highly recommend checking it out. I don't think I have any more words that can put into perspective this man's life so I'll just leave you with this classic Hayes performance from 1973. Black Moses RIP.