Have A Little Faith (CD Jewel Case )

Mavis Staples

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Cat No: CDAL4899

Format Details: CD Jewel Case

Format Details: Deluxe Edition /

Release Date: 17 August 2004

Label: Alligator Records

Packaging Type: Jewel Case

No of Units: 1

Barcode: 014551489924

Genres: R&B

Release Date: 20 April 2024

Label: Alligator Records

Packaging Type: Slip Sleeve (CD or Vinyl)

No of Units: 2

Barcode: 014551289913

Genres: R&B

Description
Brand new recordings by one of the great treasures of US gospel/soul music, her first secular album for eleven years.

'Secular' in the true meaning of the word: with the arguable exception of the traditional finale, "Will The Circle Be Unbroken" - 19th Century verses that Mavis first recorded with her family back in 1960 - these are not sacred hymns or gospel songs. However, as one might expect of Mavis, her gospel roots are evident throughout 12 spiritual expressions of hope and redemption applied to 2004.

There is personal tribute ("Pop's Recipe", a fond kiss to her father, Roebuck Staples), remembrance of the segregated south ("A Dying Man's Plea" aka "See That My Grave Is Kept Clean"), a poignant reference to 9/11 ("In Times Like These") and undiminished heart for a better future ("Have A Little Faith").

Throughout the album Mavis interprets intimately with her unique sultry beatitude that has always confused the sacred with the secular. How can such a sensually sounding woman ever hope to persuade men to straighten up and fly right?

Description
Alligator is proud to release this landmark album on vinyl for a 20th Anniversary Edition with a reminiscence letter by Mavis, expanded artwork, and remastered 2LPs on Silver Vinyl at 45RPM for the best possible sound - released specially for RSD 2024!.

The remarkable third act of Mavis Staples' legendary career has seen the gospel, soul, and civil-rights icon embraced by new generations of fans through her collaborations with the likes of Jeff Tweedy, Run The Jewels, Neko Case, and Justin Vernon. And it all began with Have A Little Faith, her Independently financed mission to bring her message into the 21st century. After being turned down by other labels unable to see the commercial appeal of this legend's fresh, genre-busting approach to spiritual music, it was embraced by Alligator Records, who helped Mavis fulfill her dream and relaunch her career.
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