Tag: Mavis Staples
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Mavis Staples on Prince, MLK, and a 75-Year Singing Career
Looking Back, Looking Forward: A Legendary Career In a recent conversation, Mavis Staples opened up about the remarkable arc of her life in music. From the early days when gospel harmonies filled church pews to the global stage where she became a beacon of resilience, Staples has always sung with a clarity that cuts through…
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Mavis Staples Reflects on a 75-Year Singing Journey, Prince, MLK, and a Powerful New Record
Introduction: A Life in Song and Service Seasoned singer and civil rights icon Mavis Staples has spent seven decades turning personal memory, social conscience, and spiritual song into a steady, unwavering voice. As she releases a new album, Staples sits with listeners to reflect on the array of songs and artists shaping this chapter of…
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Mavis Staples on a 75-Year Voice: New album, timeless truths, and a light in the dark
A 75-Year–Long Songbook: Mavis Staples Reflects on a Legendary Career When you’ve spent seven and a half decades singing, every note carries history. Mavis Staples, the living legend whose voice has weathered stages from gospel choirs to global arenas, is back with a new record that feels both intimate and urgent. In a recent conversation,…