Mavis Staples News

Galactic are thrilled to share the blistering feminist anthem “Touch Get Cut (feat. Erica Falls)”, from their forthcoming album Already Ready Already due out February 8th, 2019 on Galactic's own Tchoup-Zilla Records through Thirty Tigers. “Touch, touch get cut / Back off me daddy leave the girl alone / Vixen sistas rolling in my crew / Rusty switch pointed dead at you” sings Falls as a warning to any “drunken fools” shooting “slick lines” and working on “borrowed time”.  The new single follows the release of “Going Straight Crazy (feat. Princess Shaw)” described by Relix as sounding like 'an homage to Sharon Jones and Daptone Records,' and the previously released “Clap Your Hands feat. Miss Charm Taylor”, which The New York Times lauded as “a euphoric three-minute New Orleans funk romp from one of the city's long-running bands.”

Imagine: John Lennon 75th Birthday Concert is the concert film and album release from Blackbird Presents Records featuring the collection of legendary singers and superstars who came together for a once-in-a-lifetime concert event taping in New York City at The Theater At Madison Square Garden to celebrate the songs of music icon John Lennon. 

Mike Farris' recent session with NPR World Cafe Live will air today on over 200 NPR affiliates nationwide. Performing new songs from his acclaimed album, SILVER & STONE. In the session, Farris talks about the album, why he wrote a song for Mavis Staples and covered Sam Cooke, kicking things off with a live recording of  his single, 'Snap Your Fingers.'  For a list of local affiliates and air times, go to WorldCafe.NPR.org. 

Today Galactic release “Going Straight Crazy feat. Princess Shaw”, the newest single from their forthcoming album Already Ready Already due out February 8th, 2019 on Galactic's own Tchoup-Zilla Records through Thirty Tigers. The retro R&B feel of “Going Straight Crazy...” follows lead single “Clap Your Hands feat. Miss Charm Taylor”, which The New York Times lauded as “a euphoric three-minute New Orleans funk romp from one of the city's long-running bands.” Galactic already have massive plans for 2019 beyond the release of their new album. Aside from the national “Already Ready Already” tour kicking off in Feberuary, the band will embark upon Jam Cruise 17 next week, and have just announced a 3-night residency at the legendary Tipitina's night club during Mardi Gras, a venue the band recently purchased. All tour dates below and at GalacticFunk.com.

Thao Nguyen of the band Thao & The Get Down Stay Down debuts as the new guest host of Song Exploder today. Her first episode as host features Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Hozier and legendary gospel singer Mavis Staples. In the episode, Hozier breaks down his hit song “Take Me to Church,” and Staples tells the story of how she got involved with Hozier's 2018 song “Nina Cried Power”—listen here. 

GRAMMY® winners Garth Brooks & Trisha Yearwood; and past GRAMMY nominees Miley Cyrus and Katy Perry will join the performance lineup at the 2019 MusiCares® Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton on Feb. 8. Previously announced performers include Leon Bridges, Lauren Daigle, Vince Gill, Don Henley, Norah Jones, Shawn Mendes, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, Linda Perry, P!nk, Mark Ronson, Mavis Staples, and Chris Stapleton. GRAMMY winner Dolly Parton will close the evening's performances. Greg Phillinganes will be the musical director. More guest performers will be announced shortly.

GRAMMY® winners Vince Gill, Don Henley, Kacey Musgraves, Willie Nelson, and Mavis Staples; and GRAMMY nominee Linda Perry will join the performance lineup at the 2019 MusiCares® Person of the Year tribute concert honoring Dolly Parton on Feb. 8. Previously announced performers include Leon Bridges, Lauren Daigle, Norah Jones, Shawn Mendes, P!nk, Mark Ronson, and Chris Stapleton. GRAMMY winner Dolly Parton will close the evening's performances. Greg Phillinganes will be the musical director. More guest performers will be announced shortly.

Eight-time GRAMMY® award winning entertainer Dolly Parton released the music video of "Girl In The Movies" today.  This track is one of 12 newly-recorded tracks on the highly-anticipated Dumplin' Original Motion Picture Soundtrack (Dolly Records/RCA Nashville) out Nov. 30, and"Dumplin'" will premiere in select theaters and on Netflix on Dec. 7.

On the eve of Dolly Parton's latest album release, CMT is giving fans a rare glimpse into Parton's world as she records her new album in "Dolly & Friends: Making of a Soundtrack," a one-hour special premiering on CMT on Thursday, November 29 at 9 pm ET/PT. The special "Dolly & Friends: Making of a Soundtrack" featuresParton in the recording studio with famed producer Linda Perry and recording with artists Alison Krauss, Elle King, Macy Gray, Miranda Lambert, Mavis Staples and Rhonda Vincent.

Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and GRAMMY Lifetime Achievement Award recipient Booker T. Jones will bring his band to Newton North High School today, November 17, 2018, at 7:30PM.  Proceeds from the "Songs and Stories from the Birth of Soul' concert will support the work of Historic Newton. Tickets and information are available now at newtonma.gov/bookert.

Chris Stapleton won three awards at The 52 Annual CMA Awards: Male Vocalist of the Year (for the fourth-straight year), Single of the Year (“Broken Halos”) and Song of the Year (“Broken Halos”). He also joined Mavis Staples, Maren Morris, Morgane Stapletonand Marty Stuart for a special performance of “Friendship” and “I'll Take You There.” Written by Homer Banks and Lester Snell, “Friendship” was originally made famous by Mavis' father, Pops Staples, and is featured on Stapleton's latest album, From A Room: Volume 2.

Chris Stapleton reveled in a celebratory night in Nashville as he took home three wins at "The 52nd Annual CMA Awards," while Keith Urban warmed hearts with his gracious acceptance of the coveted Entertainer of the Year trophy. Country Music's Biggest Night was hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood and aired live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 14 on the ABC Television Network.

Winners in the Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year categories for "The 52nd Annual CMA Awards" were revealed live on 'Good Morning America' this morning. See the big reveal below! Kenny Chesney and David Lee Murphy won Musical Event of the Year for "Everything's Gonna Be Alright." Music Video of the Year went to Thomas Rhett and director TK McKamy for "Marry Me." "Good Morning America's" Lara Spencer has also been added as a presenter for Country Music's Biggest Night, hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, and airing live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville tonight at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network.

The Blind Boys of Alabama have the rare distinction of being recognized around the world as both living legends and modern-day innovators. They are not just gospel singers borrowing from old traditions; the group helped to define those traditions in 20th century and almost single-handedly created a new gospel sound for the 21st. The group will be at the Marcus Center's Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall on Saturday, January 26 at 7:30 pm. Tickets go on sale this Thursday, November 15 at 12:00 pm. To purchase tickets, go in person to the Marcus Center Box Office at 929 North Water Street, Downtown Milwaukee, call by phone at 414-273-7206 or online at MarcusCenter.org or Ticketmaster.com. Groups 10 or more should call Group Sales at 414-273-7121 x210 or x213. This show is part of the Marcus Center Presents series and is sponsored by The Fitz at The Ambassador Hotel.

Eric Church has just been added as a performer on “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” broadcasting live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network. Church is a 25-time CMA Awards nominee and three-time winner, having won Album of the Year in both 2012 and 2016 as well as Musical Event of the Year in 2015. Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return for the 11th consecutive year to host the CMA Awards. 

Country artist Jimmie Allen, nationally syndicated personality Bobby Bones, Country artist Kane Brown, ABC's “Dancing With The Stars'” Sharna Burgess, model and actress Olivia Culpo, Disney's “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms'” Mackenzie Foy, Country artists Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Dustin Lynch, Martina McBride and Carly Pearce, singer/actor Dennis Quaid, ABC's “American Idol” judge Lionel Richie, actor Noah Schnapp, singer/songwriter, actress and producer Rita Wilson and Country artist Trisha Yearwood are set to present at “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards.” Country Music's Biggest Night, hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, airs live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network.

Lauren Alaina, Brad Paisley, Ricky Skaggs, and Chris Stapleton with Maren Morris and Mavis Staples have been added as performers for “The 52nd Annual CMA Awards,” as well as just added special appearances by Lindsay Ell, Vince Gill, Sierra Hull, Chris Janson, Ashley McBryde, David Lee Murphy, Jon Pardi, Carson Peters, Marty Stuart, and Cole Swindell. Country Music's Biggest Night, hosted for the 11th consecutive year by Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood, will air live from Bridgestone Arena in Nashville Wednesday, Nov. 14 at 8:00 PM/ET (7:00 PM/CT) on the ABC Television Network. 

Drew and Ellie Holcomb are thrilled to share that they'll be hitting the road together again in 2019 on The You & Me Tour: An Evening with Drew and Ellie Holcomb which kicks off in late January and brings a special evening of music to folks around the US.  The powerhouse Nashville couple announced the tour last week and within hours, both the Atlanta, GA and Chattanooga, TN shows were sold out with several others close behind.  In addition, Drew and Ellie are thrilled to bring back their Neighborly Christmas for another year at Nashville's SchermerhornSymphony Center (December 17 & 22) and Memphis' Orpheum Theater (December 21). Full dates can be found below and fans can grab tickets for those dates that are not sold out via www.drewholcomb.com/tour or www.ellieholcomb.com/tour.

DOLLY PARTON has revealed the cover art and track list for the soundtrack to the anticipated Netflix film Dumplin'.

Live from Here with Chris Thile confirms the guest lineup for the next five shows, which feature special performances from Jeff Tweedy, Cat Power, Jon Batiste, Dirty Projectors,Vulfpeck, Gabriel Kahane, War & Treaty, Anna & Elizabeth, Negin Farsad, Todd Barry and The Sklar Brothers.