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The Bar-Kays: The Best Of is a compilation album by the American soul and funk band The Bar-Kays, released in 1976. The album features some of the band’s most popular songs, including “Soul Finger,” “Son of Shaft,” and “Holy Ghost.”

The Bar-Kays were formed in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1962. The band’s original lineup included James Alexander (guitar), Ronnie Caldwell (bass), Phalon Jones (drums), and Ben Cauley (trumpet). The Bar-Kays quickly became one of the most popular live bands in the Memphis area, and they soon caught the attention of Stax Records. In 1967, the band signed with Stax and released their debut album, Soul Finger.

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The Bar-Kays are an American instrumental soul and funk band from Memphis, Tennessee. The band was formed in 1966 by trumpeter Ben Cauley, saxophonist James Alexander, guitarist Michael Toles, bassist James Alexander, and drummer Paul Robinson. The Bar-Kays are best known for their work with Otis Redding, having served as his backing band from 1965 until his death in a plane crash in 1967.

After Redding’s death, the Bar-Kays continued to record and perform, releasing a number of successful albums and singles throughout the 1970s and 1980s. The band’s music is characterized by its tight, funky rhythms, soulful melodies, and powerful horn arrangements. The Bar-Kays have been praised by critics for their musicality and their ability to create dance-floor anthems that are both timeless and relevant.

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