Soul Train Volume 1

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Soul Train was an American television series that premiered in 1971, hosted by the charismatic Don Cornelius. The show became a national platform for soul music, featuring performances by major artists including Aretha Franklin, Barry White, Marvin Gaye, and The O’Jays. Beyond the musical acts, Soul Train was known for its iconic dance line, where studio audience members displayed the latest fashions, hairstyles, and dance moves of the era, helping establish the show as a cultural phenomenon that brought soul music into the mainstream.

This DVD release from Time Life contains performances from the Soul Train archives, many of which had not been broadcast in decades. The single disc runs 17 minutes and 15 seconds and features superstar performances alongside segments from the famous Soul Train Dance Line and dance competition moments. Also included are artist interviews and vintage commercials from the era. Own a piece of this legendary music and dance television history on physical media.