Browsing: Stax Records

Stewart was co-founder of Stax Records in Memphis, where, during an era of racial strife, white musicians and producers worked alongside Black singers, songwriters and instrumentalists to create the “Memphis Sound.”

Grammy Winning Producer Jim Gaines Tells His Story to Lee Zimmerman in
‘Thirty Years Behind The Glass’

The story of Stax has many chapters. So, here are ten facts you may not know about Stax Records.

The laundry list of soul/blues luminaries for whom Howard Grimes played reads like a ‘Who’s Who’ of Memphis celebrities.

From nearly dying in childbirth, to playing his first professional gig at age 12, to becoming a father at 15, to being one of the most sought-after studio drummers in history, to his status as living legend, ‘Timekeeper: My Life in Rhythm’ is Howard Grimes’ unvarnished life story.

Animated video premieres ahead of 7-CD box set ‘Come Go With Me: The Stax Collection’ available November 13th

Acclaimed collection celebrates The Staple Singers’ Stax years, including all of their studio albums on the iconic label, plus live recordings and rarities. Out November 13th on Craft Recordings.

“Gospel Brunch Live set with DJ Jared ‘JAY B.’ Boyd” this Sunday (5/24) at 2:00 PM PT/4:00 PM CT.

Running through Gospel Heritage Month in September, the campaign includes the digital release of 25 albums, plus special playlists, videos and a forthcoming compilation on vinyl and CD

“Soul Explosion” refers to the period in 1969 when Stax was rebuilding itself as an independent label, after leaving Atlantic Records and its music catalog behind.