"Hot Buttered Soul" is a groundbreaking soul album by Isaac Hayes, released in 1969 on the legendary Stax label. This CD edition captures the revolutionary sound that redefined soul music with its lush orchestration, extended tracks, and deep emotional resonance. Featuring iconic songs like "Walk On By" and "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," this album showcases Hayes' rich baritone voice and innovative arrangements that influenced generations of musicians. Isaac Hayes was a pivotal figure in shaping modern R&B and soul; his work earned him multiple Grammy Awards and an Oscar for Best Original Song ("Theme from Shaft"). Stax Records, founded in Memphis, Tennessee, is renowned for launching some of the greatest names in soul music such as Otis Redding and Booker T. & the MG's?making it synonymous with authentic Southern soul.