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Mavis Staples

Mavis Staples · 1969

33 min · 11 tracks · R&B · soul

A soulful blend of blues and rhythm, Mavis Staples' debut showcases her powerful voice and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • emotional depth in vocals
  • soulful moments of reflection
  • for relaxed evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seek instant gratification
  • prefer high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Mavis Staples released her self-titled debut album in 1969 after establishing herself with The Staple Singers. This album marked her transition into a solo career, following years of performing gospel and civil rights anthems. At this point, she was moving towards a more secular sound while retaining her roots in soul music.
Stylistic neighbors
Aretha Franklin· Tina Turner· Etta James

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Until I Met You 2:48
  • 2 Sweet Things You Do 2:38
  • 3 The Choking Kind 3:24
  • 4 You’re Driving Me (To the Arms of a Stranger) 3:23
  • 5 A House Is Not a Home 4:27
  • 6 Security 2:47
  • 7 Son of a Preacher Man 2:17
  • 8 Pick Up the Pieces 3:06
  • 9 Chained 2:50
  • 10 Good to Me 3:15
  • 11 You Send Me 2:56

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata