We're really in the South now -- Muscle Shoals, AL! This small town doesn't really stand out as anything unique at first glance. That is, until you know the little gem that birthed such a rich music history: Fame Studios. It's where Aretha Franklin found her voice and where tons of huge artists honed their sounds and topped musical charts. We explore the story of Mavis Staples, her influence on and collaboration with so many inspirational musicians of the 60s and 70s, and her family's intricate ties with political music and the Civil Rights Movement. The incredible local musician Victoria Jones (@v_c_j) enlightens us on her story, and the vibrant music culture in her neighboring town of Huntsville, AL!
WATCH OUR MAVIS STAPLES COVER VIDEO HERE: https://youtu.be/6HNFeCHdD0c
Additional links:
Muscle Shoals Documentary: https://www.imdb.com/video/vi3591416089?playlistId=tt2492916&ref_=tt_ov_vi
Native Land App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/native-land/id1194356597?ls=1
Thank you to Patrick Hagan for helping out with the editing, and Ian LeSage for playing lead guitar on the intro tune!