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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.
Mavis Staples, American gospel and soul singer who was an integral part of the Staple Singers as well as a successful solo artist. Her live performances were legendary, as captured in the album Hope at the Hideout (2008), and she won a Grammy Award for the album You Are Not Alone (2010).
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American singer Mavis Staples was born in Chicago, Illinois on July 10, 1939. Her initial recordings were as a member of her family group, the Staple Singers.Led by her father Roebuck "Pops" Staples the Staple Singers were major artists in gospel and soul music from 1957 to 1969. Commencing releasing albums as a solo artist in 1969, Mavis Staples has released 13 studio albums, two live albums ...
Mavis Staples is, in many ways, an American musical legend and treasure. This list contains ten of her finest efforts – all from different eras of her life. From the Staples Singers to this year, this offering of songs is perfect for new and lifelong fans alike.
Jun 25, 2024 · On a rainy April day in Chicago, Mavis Staples sat in the restaurant of the towering downtown Chicago building where she’s lived for the past four years. For two hours, she talked about the civil...
Feb 13, 2024 · Mavis Staples is celebrating a milestone birthday with a little help from some friends! The legendary singer and civil rights activist will turn 85 with a celebratory All-Star Birthday Concert in...
Feb 12, 2024 · Mavis Staples, seen performing in 2022, will celebrate her 85th birthday with an all-star concert in April.
Feb 20, 2019 · Mavis Staples is one of America's defining voices of freedom and peace. Her family's gospel group, The Staples Singers, led by her father Roebuck "Pops" Staples, marched with...
