Mavis Staples
Born: 10 / 7 / 1939
Location: United States
Mavis Staples (born July 10, 1939) is an American rhythm and blues and gospel singer and civil rights activist. She rose to fame as a member of her family's band The Staple Singers, of which she is the last surviving member. During her time in the group, she recorded the hit singles "I'll Take You There" and "Let's Do It Again". In 1969, Staples released her self-titled debut solo album.
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Live Review: Mavis Staples, Bonnie Raitt @ Darling Harbour Theatre
An unforgettable performance by two outstanding legends!
Mavis Staples Confirms Special Brisbane Show
Returning next year!
Album Review: Mavis Staples - We Get By
"This one doesn’t just get by, it gets you up, on your feet, and into many a mood."
Album Review: Mavis Staples - If All I Was Was Black
"Age is more than just a number for Mavis Staples - more experience, more talent (somehow) and more steam."
Album Review: Mavis Staples - Livin' On A High Note
"It's an interesting combination of redemption and despair, although it's not always easy to guess which artist gave it which flavour."
Album Review: Mavis Staples - Your Good Fortune
"A denser sound for darker topics, but don’t call it a comeback"
Bringing Her Father's Message To A New Generation
"It’s good for our young black kids, because they don’t teach black history in schools."
Mavis Staples & Angélique Kidjo Announce Joint Sydney Show
The iconic singers are teaming up
Mavis Staples Confirms Run Of Bluesfest Sideshows
The soul legend is playing dates throughout April
The First Lady's Homie
"Justin Timberlake turns around and says ‘Did I just hear you call the First Lady ‘homie’?’ I said ‘Yeah!'"
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