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Victim Of The Joke​?​.​.​.​An Opera

by David Porter

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Interlude I 01:39
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Interlude II 01:15
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Help 03:36
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Interlude IV 01:59
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Interlude V 02:41
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Interlude VI 00:21
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Human 03:50
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The 1971 concept album, Victim of the Joke?...An Opera is the third solo LP from the acclaimed producer, songwriter, and singer David Porter. Listed as one of the "100 Greatest Songwriters of All Time" by Rolling Stone, Porter established his career at Stax, working alongside writing partner Isaac Hayes. This ambitious LP stands as a testament to Porter’s endless creative spirit. Victim of the Joke pairs original pop-infused soul music and covers (including an infectious rendition of the Beatles' "Help!") with interludes of dialogue to tell the story of a love affair.

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released January 1, 1971

1971, © 1971 Craft Recordings, a division of Concord Music Group, Inc.

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David Porter Memphis, Tennessee

David Porter is a tremendous part of the Stax story. When Fantasy Records obtained licensing agreements to the entire Stax catalog in 1977, label president Ralph Kaffel looked about for someone to head up Stax activities. “David Porter came instantly to mind,” says Kaffel. “Over the years, David has written and/or produced 44 national chart records and has worked with virtually every Stax artist.” ... more

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