Mavis Staples to receive all-star tribute concert for 75th birthday — consequenceofsound.net

A star-studded concert is being organized to mark soul singer Mavis Staples’ 75th birthday. “I’ll Take You There – Celebrating 75 Years of Mavis Staples” is set for November 19th at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre. The concert promises performances from Gregg Allman, Eric Church, Widespread Panic, Ryan Bingham, and Glen Hansard, along with Staples herself. Also set to appear are Michael McDonald, Patty Griffin, Taj Mahal, Buddy Miller, Aaron Neville, and Marty Stuart.

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