Samuel LoveSoul to Soul captures the electrifying spirit of the Independence Day concert held in Ghana in 1971 with an immediacy that still resonates today. A recent restoration brings that experience vividly back to life with enhanced picture clarity and rich sound, breathing new life into every performance. The result is a concert film that doesn’t just document history, it makes it feel as though you’re right there on stage with the iconic performers. An essential film for music fans and one that is ripe for reappraisal in the pantheon of the all-time best concert flicks.
Synopsis
In March 1971, several dozen American soul, jazz & gospel artists embarked on a journey to Ghana, West Africa that would change the lives of all involved. For the African American artists, this was a journey about personal roots, history, discovery, loss, pain and joy. The film documents a one-of-a-kind awe-inspiring festival where black American souls connected with black West African souls through the enduring power of music.
Special Features
- Trailer
- Outtake performance: Ike & Tina Turner – “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long”
- Commentary Track One: Mavis Staples – The Staple Singers
- Commentary Track Two: Les McCann with Kevin Griffin (The Voices of East Harlem)
- Commentary Track Three: Producer Tom Mosk with re-issue producers David Peck of Reelin’ In the Years Productions
- Commentary Track Four: Ike Turner, Michael Shrieve (Santana), Obo Addy (Ghanian drummer), Kevin Griffin and Les McCann
SOUL TO SOUL is available on DVD, Blu-ray, Vinyl and CD from Liberation Hall
