Mavis Staples is a legendary American gospel, soul, and R&B singer from Chicago, celebrated for her powerful, husky voice and her significant contributions to the civil rights movement as part of The Staple Singers. Throughout her extensive solo career, she has continued to inspire, releasing critically acclaimed albums and collaborating with a diverse range of contemporary artists. Experiencing Mavis Staples live is to witness an icon whose performances are filled with profound emotion, political urgency, and an enduring, uplifting spirit.