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Goodwatch · 11 August 2008, 07:14 AM

Soul singer and arranger Isaac Hayes, who won Grammy awards and an Oscar for the theme from the 1971 action film "Shaft," has died, sheriff's officials in Memphis, Tennessee, reported Sunday.

Singer Issac Hayes seen performing in the U.K. last year. Hayes was found dead Sunday at age 65.

Relatives found Hayes, 65, unconscious in his home next to a still-running treadmill, said Steve Shular, a spokesman for the Shelby County Sheriff's Department.

Paramedics attempted to revive him and took him to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after 2 p.m., the sheriff's department said.
No foul play is suspected, the agency said in a written statement.
Hayes was a longtime songwriter and arranger for Stax Records in Memphis, playing in the studio's backup band and crafting tunes for artists such as Otis Redding and Sam and Dave in the 1960s.

He released his first solo album in 1967, and his 1969 follow-up, "Hot Buttered Soul," became a platinum hit.

In 1971, the theme from "Shaft" topped the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks and won an Academy Award for best original theme song. The song and the movie score also won Grammy awards for best original score and movie theme.

Hayes won a third Grammy for pop instrumental performance with the title track to his 1972 "Black Moses" album.
From the late 1990s through 2006, Hayes provided the voice of "Chef" for Comedy Central's raunchy animated series "South Park," as well as numerous songs.

The role introduced him to a new generation of fans, but he left after the show lampooned his own religion, the Church of Scientology.
He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002.

jasonbellevue · 11 August 2008, 08:48 AM

I've always enjoyed his songs, his music will live on forever, RIP.

mailman · 11 August 2008, 09:46 AM

That sucks. 65 is too young.

Trurolexer · 11 August 2008, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by mailman

that sucks. 65 is too young.

x2!!! Rip.

KJacques · 11 August 2008, 09:47 AM

We've lost two great entertainers this weekend. I don't think I can think about Isaac Hayes without hearing in my head:

You see this cat Shaft is a bad mother--
(Shut your mouth)
But I'm talkin' about Shaft
(Then we can dig it)

I used to work out in a small gym at the same time as Hayes and he would always smile and spend a few minutes chatting with you. A very nice man. He'll be missed.

Leighton · 11 August 2008, 02:06 PM

Who's the sex machine for all the chicks?

RIP Isaac!

mickeydainish · 11 August 2008, 04:14 PM

RIP Isaac... I always enjoy his deep voice and soulfull tunes... :-)

TheDude · 12 August 2008, 05:11 PM

RIP.

So... is this #2, or #3? I always expect these high profile deaths to come in 3s and follow a trend of some sort. We had Carlin, Mack, and now "Chef".

11 August 2008, 07:14 AM	#1
Goodwatch "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Real Name: Frans ® Location: Rotterdam Watch: the sunrise... Posts: 10,230	Soul legend Isaac Hayes dies Soul singer and arranger Isaac Hayes, who won Grammy awards and an Oscar for the theme from the 1971 action film "Shaft," has died, sheriff's officials in Memphis, Tennessee, reported Sunday. Singer Issac Hayes seen performing in the U.K. last year. Hayes was found dead Sunday at age 65. Relatives found Hayes, 65, unconscious in his home next to a still-running treadmill, said Steve Shular, a spokesman for the Shelby County Sheriff's Department. Paramedics attempted to revive him and took him to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead shortly after 2 p.m., the sheriff's department said. No foul play is suspected, the agency said in a written statement. Hayes was a longtime songwriter and arranger for Stax Records in Memphis, playing in the studio's backup band and crafting tunes for artists such as Otis Redding and Sam and Dave in the 1960s. He released his first solo album in 1967, and his 1969 follow-up, "Hot Buttered Soul," became a platinum hit. In 1971, the theme from "Shaft" topped the Billboard Hot 100 for two weeks and won an Academy Award for best original theme song. The song and the movie score also won Grammy awards for best original score and movie theme. Hayes won a third Grammy for pop instrumental performance with the title track to his 1972 "Black Moses" album. From the late 1990s through 2006, Hayes provided the voice of "Chef" for Comedy Central's raunchy animated series "South Park," as well as numerous songs. The role introduced him to a new generation of fans, but he left after the show lampooned his own religion, the Church of Scientology. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2002. __________________ Member# 127

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Leighton "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Leighton Location: So. California Watch: SS GMT IIc Posts: 1,366	Who's the sex machine for all the chicks? RIP Isaac! __________________ GMT MASTER II 116710N

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jasonbellevue "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Real Name: Jason Location: at home Posts: 5,098	I've always enjoyed his songs, his music will live on forever, RIP. __________________

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mailman TRF Moderator & SubLV41 2024 Patron Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: . Watch: 126610LN Posts: 35,510	That sucks. 65 is too young. __________________ JJ

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KJacques "TRF" Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Real Name: Kevin Location: USA Watch: the skies Posts: 1,250	We've lost two great entertainers this weekend. I don't think I can think about Isaac Hayes without hearing in my head: You see this cat Shaft is a bad mother-- (Shut your mouth) But I'm talkin' about Shaft (Then we can dig it) I used to work out in a small gym at the same time as Hayes and he would always smile and spend a few minutes chatting with you. A very nice man. He'll be missed.

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mickeydainish Banned Join Date: Mar 2008 Real Name: Michael Location: LaLa Land Watch: Sub Date 16610 Posts: 1,757	RIP Isaac... I always enjoy his deep voice and soulfull tunes... :-)

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TheDude "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: DC Area, USA Watch: IIc,1680 Red,16660 Posts: 4,492	RIP. So... is this #2, or #3? I always expect these high profile deaths to come in 3s and follow a trend of some sort. We had Carlin, Mack, and now "Chef".

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