Stax Museum Holiday Hours
Happy Holidays from the Stax Museum! Please note that we will be closed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day & New Year’s Day.
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LEGACY: Quincy Jones Dies at 91, Leaving a Monumental Legacy in Music and Culture
Quincy Jones, the record producer, arranger, and cultural trailblazer whose influence spanned more than seven decades, has died at 91. His publicist, Arnold Robinson, confirmed his death in a statement, noting that Jones died peacefully at his home in Bel Air. The statement did not specify the cause. Known for producing Michael Jackson’s landmark albums,
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“My playing has always sucked, but it sells!” The guitarist [Steve Cropper!!] who co-wrote two of the most famous songs of all time admits he is no virtuoso
“I’m not a guitar player, I never took the time. I use it as a tool.” Read Full Article Here.
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Electronic Press Kit This is the Stax Museum Electronic Press Kit. To utilize the exterior marquee, which is licensed and copyrighted, please contact Mary Helen Randall at 901-596-3945. Images Click HERE for all approved images: Mission The Stax Museum of American Souls Music seeks to present, preserve, promote and interpret the art, history, culture and
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NPR: Franky Beverly dies at 77
Frankie Beverly, a funk and R&B innovator, singer, songwriter, producer and founder of the band Maze, died Tuesday. He was 77. Beverly’s death was confirmed by his family in a post via the band’s Facebook and Instagram accounts: “Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience,” the announcement reads. “This period
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