Between 1959 and 1975, Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee released international chart-topping hits such as "Soul Man," "Dock of the Bay," "Green Onions," “Midnight Hour,” "Respect Yourself,” and the theme from Shaft. The label's artists included Otis Redding, Sam and Dave, Booker T. and the MGs, Wilson Pickett, Isaac Hayes—even Richard Pryor and Jesse Jackson. Founded by a white, conservative bank teller who played country fiddle music, Stax became the preeminent soul music label in America. It
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Stax Records began in 1957 as Satellite Records, founded by Jim Stewart. In 1961, he and his sister and co-owner, Estelle Axton, combined their names to officially launch Stax. Since then, the label has been home to two iconic logos: 🎵 The Falling Records logo (1961–1968) 🫰 The Finger Snap (1968–present) Which one speaks to your soul? Show your Stax pride and pick up your fave tee: https://found.ee/stax-apparel | Stax Records
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“A fascinating retrospective that offers plenty of surprises, even, perhaps, for the most knowledgeable of Stax fans.” - Soul and Jazz and Funk Complete your Stax collection with “Stax Singles, Vol. 4: Rarities & The Best of the Rest.” Available now, this 6-CD box set delves deep into the Stax archives, offering long-forgotten B-sides and rarities, and featuring a cross-section of rock, pop, blues, gospel, country and soul recordings from 1960-1975. An 80-page book with 4 new essays rounds out t
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In May 1968, Stax became an independent label and introduced the iconic "snapping fingers" logo to reflect the catchy, "finger snappin' music" that their talented group of artists had become known for. Is anyone repping the logo on some official Stax merch today? Make sure to tag us in your stories and posts! | Stax Records
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👑OTD, The King Was Born👑.Richard’s work and legacy continues to inspire countless of generations throughout the world. Today we honor his life and what he left for us to enjoy. Watch a Richard Pryor movie or listen to one of his records today. Long live the king! #RichardPryor | Richard Pryor
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On this day 58 years ago, The Mar-Keys released their single "Philly Dog" — written by the one and only Rufus Thomas! | Stax Records
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⭐️ THE BEST OF ISAAC HAYES ⭐️ Coming June 6 — This 10-track collection celebrates the legendary @staxrecords artist/songwriter/producer’s most memorable hits of the 60s and 70s, including “Walk On By,” “Never Can Say Goodbye,” and the Oscar-winning “Theme From Shaft.” Featuring newly remastered audio, the album will be available on 1-LP, standard digital, hi-res digital, and — for the FIRST TIME EVER — Dolby Atmos® spatial audio. Pre-save the album and pre-order the vinyl here: https://found.ee/
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