"How good are they LIVE?" in the last 12 months on 100 (as of 1/30/26)
78
%
Based on
6
critic concert reviews
Real Live Certified
Artists are "Real Live Certified" if their live shows have broad critical acclaim
Critics Consensus
Based on 81 concert reviews, the critics consensus is that Mavis Staples is rated as a superb live performer, with remarkable shows that are worth watching. Mavis Staples concert reviews describe live shows and performances as hypnotic, inspiring, charismatic, energetic, uplifting, powerful, and joyful. Mavis Staples is 'Real Live Certified' and is in the top 10% of all live performers.
How long are their concerts?
How long are Mavis Staples concerts? Mavis Staples concerts usually last from 45 minutes to up to just over an hour and 40 minutes.
How much to book?
How much does it cost to book Mavis Staples? To hire for a live performance or concert, the booking fees for Mavis Staples range from $25,000 - $40,000, with Mavis Staples's current estimated booking fee to be around $25,000.
On tour
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation, New Orleans, LA, United States (April 23)
Mavis Staples (born July 10, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American rhythm and blues singer. Most of her career has been as lead singer for The Staple Singers.
Has Performed With
Joan Osborne, Bonnie Raitt
Artist Website
Critic Concert Reviews
Chicago Concert Reviews (USA)
January 10, 2026
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Mavis Staples’ “Sad And Beautiful World,” solo Nathaniel Rateliff uplift the Chicago Theatre
The Union Chapel is a perfect venue for a Mavis Staples show. There was a fervour about her performance to which her audience (congregation?) responded accordingly.
