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Book Mavis Staples
Mavis Staples is an American soul and gospel vocalist and a lifelong champion of civil rights. Named among Rolling Stone's greatest singers of all time, she rose to fame with her family's group, the Staple Singers, whose classics include "I'll Take You There" and "Let's Do It Again." She launched her solo career with a self-titled album in 1969 and has worked with Aretha Franklin, Prince, Arcade Fire and David Byrne. You Are Not Alone (2010) topped the Billboard gospel chart and won her the Grammy for Best Americana Album. Later albums include One True Vine (2013), Livin' on a High Note (2016), If All I Was Was Black (2017), We Get By (2019) and Sad and Beautiful World (2025). She has won five Grammy Awards from 16 nominations, including an Album of the Year win for her featured turn on Jon Batiste's We Are, plus wins for "Godspeed" and "Beautiful Strangers." Her honors include the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the Gospel Music Hall of Fame, the Blues Hall of Fame and the 2016 Kennedy Center Honors. Staples brings unmatched soul and living history to the stage.
- Genres: blues, R&B and soul
- Active since 1950
- Born in Chicago
- Labels: Epic Records
- Category: Musician
Estimated fee range
How much does Mavis Staples cost?
The estimated booking fee for Mavis Staples is $25K–$50K. The final figure depends on the date, location, event type and what's required, and travel, production and hospitality are usually extra.
*Estimate only. Not a quote. Actual fees depend on date, location, travel and event details.
Career timeline
Milestones
- Signed with Stax Records
- Received the "Spirit of Americana" Free Speech Award
- Won the Grammy for Best Americana Album ("You Are Not Alone")
- Launched the Solid Soul Tour
- Won the Grammy for Best American Roots Performance ("See That My Grave Is Kept Clean")
- Received the Libera Award for Best Blues Record
- Received Order of Lincoln
- Won the Grammy for Album Of The Year ("We Are")
- Won the Grammy for Best Americana Performance ("Godspeed")
- Won the Grammy for Best American Roots Performance ("Beautiful Strangers")
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What is the typical fee range for Mavis Staples?
Our estimate puts Mavis Staples in the $25K–$50K range (estimate).
How do I send a booking inquiry for Mavis Staples?
Use the availability form on this page with your date, city, event type and budget range. Altus Entertainment contacts Mavis Staples' representatives and replies within one business day; there is no cost to ask.
What is Mavis Staples' booking fee?
The estimated booking fee for Mavis Staples is $25K–$50K (estimate).
How much does it cost to book Mavis Staples?
Plan for an estimated $25K–$50K for the fee itself, plus travel, production and hospitality. Altus Entertainment will confirm the real number for your date.
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