Ike & Tina Turner

Ike & Tina Turner were an American vocal duo active from 1960 to 1976, featuring Tina Turner as the commanding lead vocalist and Ike Turner as bandleader and arranger. Their music combined rhythm and blues, soul, rock and roll, and electric blues, marked by driving rhythms, tight ensemble playing, assertive guitar work, and high-energy live performances. The act is associated with Tina Turner's powerful, emotive singing and a stage-focused approach that influenced later rock and soul performers.