Mavis Staples - Only the lord knows, You're not Alone, I'll Take You There [Live]

Mavis Staples is a legend, but she's not stuck in the past. You probably know her work with her family band, The Staple Singers, which was all over the radio in the '70s with hits like "Respect Yourself," "Let's Do It Again" and "I'll Take You There" (which she excerpts in her performance here).
What you may not know is that Mavis Staples has been actively working with her fellow Chicago musician (and Wilco leader) Jeff Tweedy on her upcoming album, You Are Not Alone. Tweedy produced the record and wrote a few songs for her, as well - including the title track, which she sings here.
The album was recorded at Wilco's studio, The Loft, and it includes songs by John Fogerty, Randy Newman, Rev. Gary Davis, Allen Toussaint and Pops Staples. You Are Not Alone also features a fine guest roster, including not only Tweedy (on bass, guitar and vocals), but also Nora O'Connor, Kelly Hogan and Wilco's Patrick Sansone on keys and vibes.
Rick Holmstrom, the skilled guitarist who accompanies Staples here, also plays on the record and in her touring band. And while You Are Not Alone doesn't come out until Sept. 14, you can get a good idea of what a treat it is by watching this stripped-down but soulful Tiny Desk Concert.

[@gregorythomas3453]

That woman is a living "hug". Just makes you feel blessed to have felt it.

[@ozgekim010]

Gregory Thomas Amen!

[@lillyandruben]

Gregory Thomas "That woman is a living hug" that is a brilliant line

[@50madmonkey]

How can you not love this woman?!

[@mikehellmann7711]

"You're not Alone" is one big, comforting, musical hug. Play it for someone who thinks that they have hit the bottom.

[@sharpurse]

BUY THIS ALBUM, YOU WON'T REGRET IT! FABULOUS! GRAMMY NOM. GOOD LUCK MAVIS & RICK

[@mlindle9356]

Mavis Staples is the real deal ! Always impressed & uplifted when I hear her perform.

[@1971mgb]

Add this to her rendition of" Hard times come again no more" and loop them. You might never need to listen to anything else for the rest of your life.

[@tdrtx]

Thank you, thank you! This is SO cool!! A true American treasure and one of the great gospel singers of all time, accompanied by Rick Holmstrom's great guitar work.

[@mitchgawlik1175]

Mavis is wonderful. Her smile and singing make me feel good. Nice to see "L.A. Holmes" with her. Rick is an animated player and his style gels nicely with Mavis'.

[@janelightning73]

The flawless Ms. Staples.

[@hansonmick]

the best, what joy

[@Buelligan88]

Wow... I knew this was going to be good before I ever hit "play." That voice! That voice!

[@janicearandelovic3206]

i loved it .the both of them .What a great musical pair!

[@hilmarwensorra1215]

oh lawdy lord, wotavoice ... i really love you, Mrs. Staples (and Pops Jr. on guitar is great too).

[@martygould5114]

My sister in Christ. God bless you.

[@annettedrapeau553]

Wow, Wow, Wow :-) THIS is mama blues! I love it :-) Just makes me ffeel good. She Rocks. and Ricks just doin what he does best!

[@patrickdiehl646]

wow she is amazing saw her in 2010 amazing voice

[@MyFranlove]

LOVE Mavis Staples !

[@beauvillelena5084]

MAVIS LOVE SONGS

[@JazzCompAlliance]

This is absolutely MAGNIFICENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@hansinternett7661]

best female soul singer, so glad i saw her live

[@darenanderson4961]

I love her. When I heard the early Staple Singer recordings, I thought I had one of the greatest vocalists ever. Her voice has changed a lot, but it’s still nice.

[@francesbrown2385]

I love,love,love that concert,I love you very much Mavis Staples,God bless you forever,keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!!😃😃😃😃😃

[@MrGHunter77]

Wonderful !

[@johnnyboy195516]

mrs. Mavis staples it's johnny from canada,,i love you in soul so much! you gave me healing in my heart and soul thank you so muck god bless!!!

[@richardharris4987]

What a great voice and lovely spirit. I miss the afro too.

[@janpasby]

So so wonderful...

[@sarahmcgee6269]

I remember them from the South with their first record!!! I've always loved Mavis and the legendary Staple family!!

[@TheMasterdein]

amazing

[@jeffbrown5529]

I am a huge fan of Rick Holstrom's guitar playing. He is awesome. She ain't bad either!

[@darknessflourecent914]

Amazing!!!!!

[@MarceloHenrique-nw1tf]

What a voice, Jesus !!!!

[@TheAndresPinto]

What a great great GREAT Singer!!! :0)))

[@laurabook9492]

I saw this recently. The gentleman beside Mavis playing guitar is outstanding. He brings it to Mavis, who in turn brings it on home.

[@bgail7669]

She is sooooo amazing!!!!!

[@terrijensen349]

MAVIS I HAVE LOVED YOUR MUSIC FOR YEARS. I HAVE BEEN RE VISITING ALL YOUR SONGS WITH YOUR SWEET POP AND SISTERS AND WHAT A HUGE JOY YOU HAVE PLACED IN MY LIFE. IT IS SUCH A BLESSING TO FIND THE SINGERS OF OUR AGE GROUP THAT HAVE BEEN SHARING MUSIC OF FAITH IN TIMES THAT ARE SO HARD RIGHT NOW. THANK YOU FOR THE SWEET MESSAGES AND THE LOVE THAT COMES THROUGH YOUR VOICES AND REMINDS US THAT OUR PRECIOUS LORD IS STILL BESIDE US TO GUIDE US AND HELP US WITH EACH NEW DAY. LOVE YOU SWEET LADY...KEEP IT COMING.

[@MrMustacrackish]

Damn. She was about to take us to a different planet on that last one too

[@Paolo264]

153 views !!! What a disgrace. This woman is a legend. She has more talent than half the idiots in the charts these days, combined. You are not alone is an amazing track...

[@tahsin8296]

wow amazing!

[@Mariekesone]

Fabulous!!!

[@bluebleeder1198]

Who ever was there were very lucky

[@mikelawct]

LOVE THESE TWO BIG TIME!

[@daliashay9549]

she is good

[@lindabrown2090]

Mavis is always so Bubbly and Jolly. She very funny too. I just love her.

[@slopere]

great

[@pedalsndirt]

Simply Awesome!

[@bobbrooks768]

just discovered this lady. she is wonderful i love her music

[@mikelawct]

THE BEST

[@matthewwintein2008]

That rhythm guitar playing is so tasty

[@TheMasterdein]

WONDERFUL magic women

[@maazvdo]

É neste momento que encontramos os talentos, simples assim. Obrigado por postar esta beleza.

[@MrGogechka]

she said: "This is pops junior" he said: "I wish" than she said: "This is Rick Holstrom from Los Angeles, California" and so on.

[@jeromewhitaker7482]

It's A MEMPHIS THANG.!?... Lol.... SOULVILLE., MEMPHIS!

[@robertdunham5677]

L A homes...

[@mjjames2442]

Rick Holmstrom !

[@johnnyboy195516]

is their any way of receiving mavis staples autograph johnny

[@leolaloli4000]

Nobody has anything to say about Rick Holmes playing the guitar.....come on now. 1

[@locomoetive]

好きだぉーι(｀ロ´)ノ