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   About Stax Records
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The legacy of Stax Records is a unique one that spans nearly half a century. Stax Records is critical in American music history as it's one of the most popular soul music record labels of all time - second only to Motown in sales and influence, but first in gritty, raw, stripped-down soul music. In 15 years, Stax placed more than 167 hit songs in the Top 100 on the pop charts, and a staggering 243 hits in the Top 100 R&B charts. It launched the careers of such legendary artists as Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Rufus & Carla Thomas, Booker T, & the MGs, and numerous others. Among the many artists who recorded on the various Stax Records labels were the Staple Singers, Luther Ingram, Wilson Pickett, Albert King, Big Star, Jesse Jackson, Bill Cosby, Richard Pryor, the Rance Allen Group, and Moms Mabley.

But Stax Records was more than just a label. It was a culture. While segregation was fervently supported in the South during Stax's formative years in the 1960s, Stax was one of the most successfully integrated companies in the country - from top management and administration to its artists. With more than 200 employees, it was the fifth-largest African-American owned business in the United States during its time, and was the most successful record label ever to come out of Memphis, Tennessee.

While Stax Records was an oasis of racial harmony, and the color of one's skin was not an issue, Stax gave back to its African-American music-buying public in many ways. It utilized its marketing budget to help keep publications like Jet and Black Enterprise operating. Stax financed free benefit concerts with its artists, helped raise money for the needy during the holidays, participated in and helped publicize the federal government "Stay in School" program.

Stax Records became one of the first record labels in the country to evolve into a multi-media company. It invested in and produced movies, such as the acclaimed Wattstax documentary, filmed during the time of the free Wattstax concert it produced in Los Angeles in 1972 to raise funds for charities in the Watts community in the wake of the Watts rebellion. The film was the 1973 opener at the Canne Film Festival, was nominated for a Golden Globe Awards, and is now in the Sundance Film Festival Collection. Stax was also involved with Broadway plays and soundtrack albums, and was a major force in opening the doors to minorities in Hollywood.

Musically, the influence of Stax Records is still vivid today in R&B, soul, rock, pop, jazz, hip-hop, and gospel music. Stax songs have been covered by the likes of Aerosmith, Aretha Franklin, the Rolling Stones, the Black Crowes, the Fabulous Thunderbirds, the Blues Brothers, Salt 'N Peppa, En Vogue, R. Kelly, D'Angelo, Willie Nelson, Cream, and numerous other bands and artists.

Having released more than 800 single 45s and nearly 300 LPs during its 15-year run - picking up eight Grammys and an Oscar along the way - Stax created music that has reverberated throughout the world in many ways, and continues to play a major role in the music industry. It helped usher in a genre that the world came to love, and had a major impact on generations of music fans and artists. At the core of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music's mission is to be sure it continues to impact future generations forever.

Check out Soulsville USA, The Stax Museum website!

 


   


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The Zombie Valentines

The Zombie Valentines



Nov 24 2009 10:00 AM

ZOMBIE VALENTINES + COMBO DINAMO

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EN LA PEQUEÑA BETY C/Reina, 4

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Heavy Manic Souls

Heavy Manic Souls



Nov 23 2009 8:28 PM

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Doug Evans

Doug Evans



Nov 22 2009 2:10 AM

This kat needs to be on Stax Records !!!


Watch Your Step!

Watch Your Step!



Nov 21 2009 6:20 AM

Saturday December 12th @ StepInn . . . Brisbane, Australia.






Pappa's got a brand new bag of 45s!!!



See you there . . .
Nightstar

Nightstar



Nov 19 2009 11:19 PM

I need permission to sell "Eyes of a Gemini Part #3"

 

Teresa Hull, Songwriter

Teresa Hull, Songwriter



Nov 19 2009 11:05 PM

Compilation CD is finished!!!  Will begin mailing out to radio stations any day now!!  Please come by my page and listen to “Angel Kisses” by “Delores Hershey”.  I hope you will also add Delores at www.myspace.com/deloreshershey  and listen to “I’ve Been Waiting For You” Both songs are on this CD.

Thank you so much and I hope you enjoy these 2 beautiful songs by “Delores Hershey”

Teresa Hull

“Songwriter”

Nightstar

Nightstar



Nov 19 2009 8:57 AM

I need Permission to use Leon wares Song.
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Mowlihawk- CONSTANCIA YA SE ENCUENTRA DISPONIBLE



Nov 19 2009 1:59 AM

BUENAS, te cambiamos 1 año de trabajo por 1 minuto, te presentamos el nuevo proyecto de Mowlihawk titulado CONSTANCIA ya está disponible para descarga gratuita si te gusta puedes dejar tu voto. Pincha en la imagen para poder descargarla GRACIAS y lo sentimos por las molestias.
Sauro Spadoni (A.S.project)

Sauro Spadoni (A.S.project)
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Nov 18 2009 1:56 PM


DEEP SUN     NEW RELEASE 
DEEP SUN by A.S.project

DEEP SUN retroby A.S.project 

THANK OF SUPPORT.. FRIEND 
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Nightstar

Nightstar



Nov 17 2009 11:15 PM

Its me Nightstar. I did a freestyle to Leon Wares song. The track is called eyes of a gemini 3. I know i can bring old school music back with a rap twist. Please check it out. I know you will enjoy it.
Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page

Craig Charles Funk & Soul Page



Nov 17 2009 11:40 AM

Booker T And The MGs - “Green Onions”- Live

Played on The Craig Charles Funk and Soul Show – BBC 6Music

Listen again on http://www.bbc.co.uk/6music/shows/funk_soul/

MilanoMods

MilanoMods



Nov 17 2009 10:14 AM

SABATO 5 DICEMBRE

TAKE ME TO THE RIVER SOULNIGHTER

Band: RONNIE JONES NORTHERN SOUL REVUE

djs:

INGE (Genova)
STEFANO (Pregiati S.C. Seregno)
HENRY (MilanoMods)



@AMIGDALA THEATRE
Viale Lombardia 31/33
TREZZO SULL'ADDA (MI)

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Nightstar

Nightstar



Nov 17 2009 6:40 AM

I know i can bring old school music back. I think i complement the music with my voice. Could you please ontact leon ware for me. Or can u put me in contact with him?Here is another song i did to one of his beats.
Eyes of a Gemini #3 Music video

Nightstar | MySpace Video
JONATHAN BLANCHARD

JONATHAN BLANCHARD



Nov 17 2009 2:57 AM

NEW MEMPHIS FLYER
Nightstar

Nightstar



Nov 16 2009 10:56 PM

Hello its Nightstar again. I wrote a song to "Leon Ware"s music. I know i compliment his music pretty well. My friends like it alot online. Can you please get me in contact with Me. I think we can make some kind of arrangement to work together. I hope to here form you soon.
 

Skip

Skip peters



Nov 16 2009 9:40 PM


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Chà

Chà



Nov 12 2009 1:01 PM

Bonjour, nous avons rajouté des nouvelles photos et videos de notre dernier concert à Digne du 28 oct.  
 si les yeux et les oreilles vous en disent, n'hésitez pas à venir voir tout cela !
 à bientot  Chà




hello, there are news videos and photos  on our myspace , if you want  to throw an eye !! bye Chà
CADAFFY JONES

CADAFFY JONES



Nov 12 2009 11:56 AM

CADAFFY JONES  NEW SONG OUT - "POP GIRLS"
(unsigned artist)
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Nov 10 2009 3:30 PM

ANY COLOR ANY SIZE I GOT YOU HOLLA
Prof. Trash

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Nov 10 2009 10:53 AM

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Steve

Steve



Nov 10 2009 4:55 AM

I love this site at Myspace.  I love Memphis Music and hope one day Stax will be back on McLemore making that great music once again.

Stax & Hi Records, the REAL Memphis sound!
Bay Records

Bay Records



Nov 10 2009 12:18 AM

Blessings, from Music City!
Guitar-Man!!

Bobby Wayne Elliott.



Nov 5 2009 9:11 PM


Check out my page
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Sami May- Singer/Songwriter/Producer

Sami May-   Singer/Songwriter/Producer



Nov 5 2009 8:30 PM

Hey there! I'm Sami May from NY/AZ!
Just dropping by to say thanks for adding/accepting me as a friend!
I'm a singer/songwriter/producer/saxophonist/guitarist/pianist
I'm steady promoting my music here while I finish college
I produce most of my own songs, plus I write and sing my own lyrics
Songwriting & singing are my favorite things to do,
besides playing piano, guitar, & dancing
I'd appreciate it if you could just drop by my page real fast
take a listen & look around, drop a comment or sign my guestbook
It'd really help me out a lot, & I'd truly appreciate any support!


Thanks again,

Sami May
1-602-714-7625
samimaymuzik@gmail.com
myspace.com/officialsamimay
LadySoniaL

Sonia Lorraine



Nov 5 2009 4:09 AM

MUCH LOVE!!! @-}-- AND, SMILES, YOUR WAY.:0)
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