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Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 16 reviews

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MAVIS STAPLES IN CONCERT:

Gospel and R&B icon Mavis Staples gives fans a funky piece of her mind every time she takes the stage to perform her empowering and soulful songs. Staplesí commanding voice and confident showmanship is legendaryóin the early ë60s she caught the eye of folk hero Bob Dylan, and the two briefly dated before their paths diverged in the middle of the decade. Now theyíre embarking on a different kind of relationshipóas tour mates. Staples will accompany Dylan on his summer 2016 tour, treating ticket buyers to a powerhouse double billing that combines the best of folk and R&B. In concert Staples is a force of nature, delivering her world-wise lyrics with plenty of passion and attitude while her backing band kicks out red-hot grooves. Itís a sultry, sassy, and majorly soulful concert experience that leaves no doubt Staples remains at the height of her powers.
 
BACKGROUND SNAPSHOT:

Chicago-born Mavis Staples grew up performing in her familyís gospel band The Staples, singing at local churches and appearing on regional radio programs. The family scored a hit in 1956 with ìUncloudy Dayî, and when Mavis graduated high school the following year they went on tour. Thanks to Mavisí powerful voice and her fatherís sharp songwriting, the group enjoyed widespread success in the mid-ë60s, becoming one of the primary musical voices of the civil rights movement. Around that time Mavis struck up a relationship with Bob Dylan, who even proposed to her before she married Spencer Leak in 1964. Mavis made her solo debut in 1969 with a self-titled release on Stax Records then went on to collaborate with Curtis Mayfield in the ë70s, and in the ë80s she joined forces with Prince, who produced 1989ís funky Time Waits for No One and 1993ís critically acclaimed The Voice. In addition to her spiritual gospel output Mavis has remained musically adventurous over the years, collaborating with Bob Dylan on the GRAMMY-nominated 2003 song ìGotta Change My Way of Thinkingî and even making a foray into Americana with Jeff Tweedy, who produced her GRAMMY Award-winning 2010 album You Are Not Alone.

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Rating: 4.8 out of 5 based on 16 reviews
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  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    I would highly recommend

    by Mario Vella on 2019-11-19London Music Hall - London

    I was a great show! It was amazing and inspiring show

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Legendary

    by Robin W on 2019-11-18London Music Hall - London

    Ms. Staples never fails to deliver! After 70 years performing, this musical icon and activist is still on fire!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Powerful!

    by Kim on 2019-11-18London Music Hall - London

    I can see why Mavis Staples is a legend. She had the audience spellbound, energized and filled with joy. And the musicians backing her were stellar. A top 5 concert, for sure! If you have the opportunity, go and see Mavis Staples. You will not be disappointed.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Mavis took us there!

    by Sue on 2019-11-18London Music Hall - London

    Mavis Staples was a small but electrifying presence on the stage last week, strutting comfortably but powerfully around the stage, offering up her best "Howlin' Wolf" ah-woo-hoos and a stunningly unique version of Talking Heads' 'Slippery People,' and many other tunes delivered in a voice that has lost none of its confidence. Mavis was charming and witty in between (sipping her tea onstage!) and the atmosphere was both uplifting and celebratory. We also *loved* the playful and talented Sammy and the Congregation and will definitely seek them out again. All in all - a fabulous event!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Love Mavis

    by L on 2019-11-18London Music Hall - London

    The event was excellent from Sammy Miller’s Congregation and the headliner Mavis Staples. The venue is an excellent place to see a concert, it was well organized and the balcony seats were awesome. The crowd was having fun and so were the entertainers, it was an enjoyable evening. Mavis is an amazing singer and the energy she has on stage makes you smile as she belts out a song. This was the second time we saw her perform, the first was in Kelowna B.C. last year and she hasn’t change at all. If you want to have a fun night and you have the opportunity go see Mavis Staples, you won’t be sorry.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Once in a lifetime

    by WAB on 2019-11-18London Music Hall - London

    Thank you London Music Hall for inviting this legendary soul to share her music and passion with us. Great venue, amazing show!

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Mavis Staples is AMAZING!!!

    by MamaKay on 2018-02-20Skagit Valley Casino Pacific Showroom - Bow

    I drove across a border on a long weekend to see Mavis Staples... and I wanted to do it again the next night. What an amazing woman! She’s still got a powerful voice. And she knows how to use it. Band was super-talented too! I’d go see her again in a heartbeat. ❤️

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Mavis delivers

    by Norac on 2017-06-24Burton Cummings Theatre - Winnipeg

    Mavis and her band provided a solid performance that brought the audience back in time. Her voice was solid with great range. Her showmanship reflects her many years on the stage. Great band too! Love ya Mavis, Keep coming to Winnipeg

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    Mavis staples

    by jjtothemax on 2015-06-21Manitoba Theatre Centre - Winnipeg

    At 76 years of age Mavis still can bring it! She covered her and her family's amazing catalogue. She even did a great cover of the talking heads "slippery people", which the family covered in the late 80's. She was engaging and had the audience singing and clapping all night. Her backup band was also very strong.

  • Rating: 5 out of 5

    by Saat on 2013-06-24Mainstage Marquee at Nathan Phillips Square - Toronto

    Mavis Staples was fun, but not much great music there. Dr. John on the other hand - he is still amazing, still writes amazing music, and he has a band of VERY talented musicians who each hold their own. Awesome show!