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.
Why this album works
- Best for
- emotional depth in vocals soulful moments of reflection for relaxed evenings
- 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.
- If you like
- R&B, soul
Mavis Staples is an album by Mavis Staples, released in 1969. A soulful blend of blues and rhythm, Mavis Staples' debut showcases her powerful voice and emotional depth. This album is significant for its critical reception, with many tracks showcasing Staples' vocal prowess and emotional delivery. It includes the hit 'Son of a Preacher Man,' which has been covered by numerous artists and remains influential in the soul genre. The album helped establish her as a prominent figure in soul music during the late 1960s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mavis Staples sound like?
A soulful blend of blues and rhythm, Mavis Staples' debut showcases her powerful voice and emotional depth. Rooted in R&B and soul.
What makes Mavis Staples by Mavis Staples notable?
This album is significant for its critical reception, with many tracks showcasing Staples' vocal prowess and emotional delivery. It includes the hit 'Son of a Preacher Man,' which has been covered by numerous artists and remains influential in the soul genre. The album helped establish her as a prominent figure in soul music during the late 1960s. 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.
Who is Mavis Staples for?
Mavis Staples works well if you're into emotional depth in vocals, soulful moments of reflection and for relaxed evenings.
How many songs are on Mavis Staples?
Mavis Staples has 11 tracks, running approximately 33 minutes.
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 Standout 3:24
- 4 You’re Driving Me (To the Arms of a Stranger) 3:23
- 5 A House Is Not a Home Standout 4:27
- 6 Security 2:47
- 7 Son of a Preacher Man Standout 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
Learn More
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.
