ISAAC HAYES: Can You Dig It? (Stax)

AN Isaac Hayes compilation is long overdue. For all those who only know Hayes as Chef on South Park or as the guy who wrote the theme to Shaft, this two-CD retrospective will be an eye-opener. Hayes revolutionised soul with his seductive symphonies, turning the likes of By the Time I Get to Phoenix and Walk on By into slow-burning epics. Also includes a DVD featuring performances from 1972's Wattstax concert and Chef's Chocolate Salty Balls from South Park.

JEFF CRAWFORD