Tina Turner

The Queen of Rock 'n' Roll

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Tina Turner

The Queen of Rock 'n' Roll

Who can resist this diva's vocals ripping through song after song?

The Queen of Rock 'n' Roll and one of the world's most popular entertainers, Tina Turner has been called the most successful female rock artist and was named "one of the greatest singers of all time" by Rolling Stone.

Rolling Stone (11/14/96)
...Turner's raspy, robust alto and her ability to carry herself with both dignity and chutzpah are as formidable as they were when she recorded the incendiary 'River Deep, Mountain High' three decades ago...

Her records have sold nearly 180 million copies worldwide. She has sold more concert tickets than any other solo music performer in history. She is known for her energetic stage presence, powerful vocals, career longevity, and widespread appeal.

Vibe (10/96)
...Not only does this rambunctious, wiggly 57-year-old woman still immolate a mike, she can open a show just by asking,
`So...do you want some action?'...




Film Roles

Her musical career led to film roles, beginning with a prominent role as The Acid Queen in the 1975 film Tommy, and an appearance in Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band. She starred opposite Mel Gibson as Aunty Entity in Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome for which she received the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture, and her version of the film's theme, "We Don't Need Another Hero", was a hit single. She appeared in the 1993 film Last Action Hero.
What the Critics Say:
When one magic formula works, there's little point in looking for another one, especially when new studio albums only turn up twice every decade. Your audience appeal doesn't get enough exposure to pall. Find out more...

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MusicIke & Tina period

Amazing Comeback

After virtually disappearing from the music scene for several years following her divorce from Ike, Tina Turner rebuilt her career, launching a string of hits beginning in 1983 with the single "Let's Stay Together" and the 1984 release of her fifth solo album Private Dancer.Find out more...