Mavis Staples: Still Dedicated To Social Justice & Freedom

Mavis Staples is an emotional powerhouse, and her songs and stories continue to inspire.
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In the middle of a day that will go down as truly historic, a small gem of a statement will see some light, as well. The great Mavis Staples releases "Live: Hope At the Hideout." In June of 2008, Mavis Staples went back home to Chicago and played to an intimate audience at the city's legendary club, The Hideout. Backed by a simple 3 piece band and a few backing singers, this recording is all one could ask for in a live record -- you hear what was performed and no more. The recording captures the room so perfectly -- lightning in a bottle, as they say -- you will feel as if Mavis is testifying in your living room.

Staples is an emotional powerhouse, and her songs and stories continue to inspire. From the killer opener, "For What It's Worth" right up to the closing crowd favorite, "I'll Take You There," "Live: Hope At The Hideout" is BIG!

The Staple Singers, led by patriarch, the late Roebuck "Pops" Staples, had been spreading the gospel of the Civil Rights Movement since 1959. It is fitting, especially on this Election Day, that Mavis Staples continues that march. "Live: Hope At The Hideout," is a musical and political document that Mavis Staples...that everyone, should be proud exists.

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