Isaac Hayes

Review: BBC PROMS: CLASSIC THRILLER SOUNDTRACKS, Royal Albert Hall
by Cheryl Markosky - Sep 6, 2025

'Who doesn't check twice behind the shower curtain now?' asks presenter Edith Bowman, kicking off a spinetingling evening of thriller film soundtracks from the excellent BBC Concert Orchestra, under the assured direction of American conductor Edwin Outwater at the BBC Proms in the Royal Albert Hall.

Review: I'LL TAKE YOU THERE: STAX RECORDS CO. at Signature Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Nov 16, 2024

Signature Theatre’s cabaret series has been mining the riches of the 1960s for some time, from Bacharach to Woodstock, with repeat visits to Motown. A new show diverges to Memphis for its own flavor of gritty soul and the gems that came from its own indelible record label.

Songwriters Hall Of Fame Announces 2025 Nominees For Induction
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 13, 2024

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced its 2025 nominees for induction, celebrating composers and lyricists with significant impact.

Cast & Creative Team of Set for I'LL TAKE YOU THERE: STAX RECORDS CO. at Signature Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 22, 2024

Isaac “Deacon Izzy” Bell (Where the Mountain Meets the Sea, Passing Strange) and Kanysha Williams (Ain’t Misbehavin’, Gun and Powder) will perform in I’ll Take You There: Stax Records Co. at Signature Theatre. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Review: THE PUZZLE at Space Theatre, Adelaide Festival Centre
by Barry Lenny - Sep 26, 2024

The audience found plenty to laugh at.

Living Legends Foundation to Honor Filmmaker, TV Producer and Former Record Label President Ed Eckstine
by Blair Ingenthron - Sep 8, 2024

The Living Legends Foundation announced Ed Eckstine as the 2024 Ray Harris Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. The awards dinner and gala will be held on October 4, 2024, at the Taglyan Cultural Complex in Hollywood, CA.

IN THE HEIGHTS, SOFT POWER & More Set for Signature Theatre 2024-25 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 31, 2024

Signature Theatre has unveiled its 2024-2025 Season. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.

Legendary Songwriter Cindy Walker Posthumously Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 9, 2024

Legendary country songwriter Cindy Walker has been posthumously inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, recognizing her enduring legacy in music.

Pianist Cyrus Chestnut Commissioned For First Time �¿Headlining Performance at Carnegie Hall in April
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 2, 2024

Renowned pianist Cyrus Chestnut is set to deliver his first-ever headlining performance at Carnegie Hall on April 19th, featuring a full orchestra.

The Reverend Shawn Amos Shares New Track 'Back To The Beginning' Featuring The McCrary Sisters From Upcoming Album 'Soul Brother No. 1'
by Michael Major - Feb 23, 2024

The NAACP award-winning author, Grammy-nominated producer, The Reverend Shawn Amos shares his new track “Back To The Beginning,” the second single from his upcoming album Soul Brother No. 1. The song builds from a slow-burning soul groove to a revelatory crescendo courtesy of the celebrated Nashville gospel group The McCrary Sisters.

Diane Warren to Receive Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala
by Michael Major - Feb 22, 2024

Diane Warren will be honored with the prestigious Johnny Mercer Award at the 2024 Songwriters Hall of Fame Induction and Awards Gala in New York City on June 13, 2024. Other notable inductees include Hillary Lindsey, Timbaland, and R.E.M. The award reflects whose body of work upholds the gold standard set by the legendary Johnny Mercer.

Craft Recordings Announces 'Small Batch' Reissue For Isaac Hayes' Earth-shattering 1969 Hit Record 'Hot Buttered Soul'
by Michael Major - Jan 31, 2024

Craft Recordings announces the 'Small Batch' reissue of Isaac Hayes' groundbreaking album 'Hot Buttered Soul'. Limited to 3,000 copies worldwide, this all-analog, one-step mastering LP delivers the highest-quality listening experience. Available March 1st.

Joan Osborne and Judy Collins Celebrate The Holidays at Spruce Peak Arts
by Stephi Wild - Nov 15, 2023

Spruce Peak Arts will present powerhouse vocals from eight-time Grammy nominee Joan Osborne on Friday, December 15, 7:00pm and acclaimed folksinger/songwriter Judy Collins on Thursday, December 21, 7:00pm to celebrate the holidays.

MATILDA THE MUSICAL Comes to Palo Alto Players Next Month
by Stephi Wild - Aug 9, 2023

Palo Alto Players opens its 93rd season with the hit Broadway musical MATILDA. Based on the book “Matilda” by Roald Dahl, the joyous girl power romp is packed with high-energy dance numbers and fresh, clever songs.

Stax Records and Craft Recordings Announce New Collection 'Stax Christmas'
by Michael Major - Aug 2, 2023

Stax Records and Craft Recordings will release Stax Christmas, a new 12-track collection of holiday classics and originals from soul music’s biggest stars, including Isaac Hayes, Booker T. & the M.G.’s and the Staple Singers. Get all the details now!

Feature: THE 50 GREATEST SONGS BY BURT BACHARACH
by Peter Nason - Feb 12, 2023

Reviewer Peter Nason ranks his choices for Burt Bacharach's top 50 tunes.