Live in London
Mavis Staples · 2019
56 min · 14 tracks · blues
A vibrant blend of soul and blues, infused with Mavis Staples' powerful vocals and a dynamic live atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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You Are Not Alone — This track stands out as a poignant anthem of resilience, showcasing the depth of Staples' emotional delivery intertwined with a soulful arrangement.
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Slippery People — A lively cover that highlights the funk influences in Staples' repertoire, this song illustrates her infectious energy and ability to engage the audience.
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Let’s Do It Again — This track demonstrates Staples' upbeat spirit, blending nostalgia with an uplifting message that resonates deeply within the context of the live performance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Mavis Staples delivers a vibrant live performance, blending originals and covers with strong audience interaction.
What we noticed
- The performance includes call-and-response sections that engage the audience, enhancing the live atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental breaks, allowing the band to showcase their musicianship alongside Staples' singing.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional highs and lows
- celebratory atmosphere with friends
- soulful moments for reflection
- engaging live performance energy
Maybe skip if you
- prefer studio polish over live
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2019, 'Live in London' captures Mavis Staples at a late career peak, following her acclaimed 2017 album 'If All I Was Was Black'. This album showcases her continued evolution as an artist, emphasizing her deep roots in gospel and blues while engaging with contemporary themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Tina Turner· Etta James
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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You Are Not Alone
The bridge shifts into a collective call-and-response moment with the audience, creating a sense of unity and shared experience.
This interactive engagement transforms the song from a personal reflection into a communal celebration, enhancing its impact during the live performance.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Love and Trust 4:38
- 2 Who Told You That 3:13
- 3 Slippery People 3:51
- 4 What You Gonna Do (intro) 0:36
- 5 What You Gonna Do 4:05
- 6 Take Us Back 4:39
- 7 You Are Not Alone 4:19
- 8 No Time for Cryin’ 5:21
- 9 Can You Get to That 3:18
- 10 Let’s Do It Again 5:47
- 11 Dedicated 4:46
- 12 We’re Gonna Make It 4:23
- 13 Encore: Happy Birthday 1:00
- 14 Touch a Hand 6:33
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