Mus World

Mavis Staples, along with her father and sisters (Cleotha, Pervis, and Yvonne), was a member of the legendary Staple Singers from 1948-1994. They were a gospel-based rhythm and blues group who reached their popular and commercial apex with a series of releases for the legendary Stax label from 1968-1975.

She has also enjoyed a respected solo career. Her father, “Pops” Staples was a friend of Martin Luther King, and she has been active in the civil rights movement for four decades. She performed at the Presidential Inaugurations of John Kennedy, Jimmy Carter, and Bill Clinton. It was only appropriate that her latest solo release was issued on Election Day, 2008.

(Full article in Music Review: Mavis Staples - Live: Hope At The Hideout…)

Now that Christmas is in the rear-view mirror, a lot of folks will be looking towards New Year's Eve for their next celebration. If you're one of those who plan to host a party, you might want to heed the advice of an oldies-era instrumental group — it's possible to have too much tequila. In the late 1950's pop music was in a state of transition, with everything from rockabilly to R&B fighting to claim the attention of young music lovers. In the Los Angeles area, a guitar-playing record company executive named Dave Burgess decided to take his shot. He put together a studio group that included fellow guitarist Buddy Bruce, drummer Gene Alden, and bassist Cliff Hills.
(Full article in Retro Redux: Sometimes You Can Have Too Much Tequila…)

When Brian McKnight sings, the world slowly fades from view. Even bluebirds pause — and turn green with envy — because his melodies are hypnotic and have the power to envelope nearby listeners in the spirit of love. Since 1992, Brian McKnight's smooth, velvety vocals have blessed the ears of music lovers worldwide. And with the recent deaths of Luther Vandross and Gerald Levert, he stands as one of America's last modern-day "soul men." Even so, fans of every genre can readily identify his work without question or pause.
(Full article in Interview: Brian McKnight - Singer, Songwriter and Producer…)

The album tracklisiting is:

‘Rosalita (Come Out Tonight)’
‘Born to Run’
‘Thunder Road’
‘Darkness On The Edge Of Town’
‘Badlands’
‘Hungry Heart’
‘Glory Days’
‘Dancing In The Dark’
‘Born in the U.S.A.’
‘The Rising’
‘Lonesome Day’
‘Radio Nowhere’

Meanwhile, Springsteen is gearing up to release his new album ‘Working On A Dream’ in the US on January 27. He will also perform at the Super Bowl half-time show on February 1 in Tampa, Florida, as previously reported.

Bloc Party have announced a show at Terminal 5 in New York City, scheduled to take place on March 24. The band have a run of Canadian shows on their itinerary prior to the Terminal 5 gig, performing in Toronto, London and Ottawa in Ontario, and Montreal in Quebec. After their New York City show the band will make their way to Miami, FL for a set at the Ultra Music Festival alongside Santogold, The Ting Tings, and more. Tickets for the Terminal 5 show are currently on sale and can be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling 212-307-7171, at the Mercury Lounge box office at 217 E. Houston St.
(Full article in Bloc Party announce New York City show…)