Ike Turner, 1931-2007

 
Ike and Tina Turner, Nov. 1969

Ike Turner, whose role as one of rock’s critical architects was overshadowed by his ogrelike image as the man who brutally abused former wife and icon Tina Turner, died Wednesday at his home in suburban San Diego. He was 76.

The news of Ike’s death hit me like a slap in the face . . .

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