Ike Turner Ike Wister Turner. November 5, 1931 Clarksdale, Mississippi, USA. December 12, 2007 San Marcos, California, USA Ike Turner was an American musician, bandleader, talent scout, and record producer. His first recording, "Rocket 88" by "Jackie Brenston and his Delta Cats," in 1951, is considered by some to be the "first rock and roll song" ever. However, he is best known for his work with his ex-wife Tina Turner as one half of the Ike & Tina Turner revue. Read more on Last.fm