Recording of Staples' Acclaimed Show at Chicago's Hideout In Stores Election Day Truly great live albums are about capturing lightning in a bottle, that rare and perfect convergence of time, place and performance. When legendary soul/gospel artist Mavis Staples returned home to Chicago this last June for a performance at …
Legendary Soul & Gospel Singer Rocks Chicago Hideout June 23rd. The music of Mavis Staples comes straight from the source. Listen to any real rock 'n roll and you'll hear the church. The chugging hypnotic guitars, soaring vocals and relentless backbeat - The path is as undeniable as it is …
On Monday June 23rd a lucky few Chicago denizens were treated to an intimate performance at the Hideout by the leading lady of protest, Mavis Staples. Accustomed to appearances at large venues, particularly in her hometown - the Windy City itself - Staples played with a stripped down, raw and …