#1 Record (180g LP)

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Details Big Star, considered to be among the founders of power pop, has been cited as an influence by many of the major alternative bands of the ’80s and ’90s, and continues to be a powerful presence in today’s musical landscape. Artists such as R.E.M., Teenage Fanclub, The Replacements (who famously penned the song “Alex Chilton”) and Wilco all enthusiastically …

Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats (LP)

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Details Critical reaction to Nathaniel Rateliff & Night Sweats’ debut album has been passionate on both sides of the Atlantic. The UK’s Q Magazine 4 Star rave proclaims: “As an album, it’s something of a revelation; the stunning sound of an artist being born again,” while the Village Voice adds, “A new project doesn’t necessarily encourage a full-on reckoning that …

Come Go With Me: The Stax Collection (180g 7-LP Box Set)

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Details Come Go With Me: The Stax Collection presents all of the group’s studio albums released on the iconic Memphis label, spanning 1968–1974, and features the Staples’ biggest hits, including “I’ll Take You There,” “Respect Yourself” and “If You’re Ready (Come Go with Me).” The six studio albums were cut from the original analog masters by Jeff Powell at Take …

Stax Yellow Finger Snap T-Shirt

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Details • A yellow short sleeved T-shirt, with the classic Stax finger snap logo in blue • Comfortable jersey fabric, relaxed fit, a cotton, rayon and polyester blend • A unisex T-shirt by Sportiqe – SIZE CHART

Shaft: Deluxe Edition (2-CD)

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Details A landmark album released by Isaac Hayes and the Bar-Kays at the height of their powers in 1971, Shaft not only resulted in an Oscar win for Hayes, but launched the wah-wah workout and #1 smash-hit, “Theme from Shaft” into cultural ubiquity. Its legacy transcends time as not only one of the most lasting and most successful Blaxploitation albums of all time, but one …

Electrified (LP)

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Details Although Mississippi-born Ernie Hines made his first recordings in Chicago for the USA label, it was when he returned south that he was signed to Stax’s We Produce label by Al Bell. He recorded this one album for the We Produce label under the supervision of Tom Nixon, who was then producing Rufus Thomas‘ big dance hits. The musicians …

With Stevie Ray Vaughan In Session (LP)

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Details First ever vinyl release for this landmark meeting between these two blues giants! This is the only known recording of Albert King and Stevie Ray Vaughan performing together – the greatest blues summit of all time. With each musician spurning the other to greater heights, this 1983 live recording sounds as exciting on each subsequent listening as it does …

Christmas In Soulsville (CD)

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Details “Vintage ’60s soul from the stars of Stax Records in Memphis: Booker T. and the MGs (‘Winter Wonderland’), Isaac Hayes (‘Winter Snow’), Otis Redding (‘Merry Christmas, Baby’). This 2007 compilation (replacing 1982’s It’s Christmas Time Again, which collected the label’s scattered Christmas singles for the first time) is at its strongest when it’s uptempo and nasty – meaning you …

Who’s Making Love (180g LP)

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Details In 1968, Johnnie Taylor’s provocative single, “Who’s Making Love” gave the newly independent Stax Records its first major hit. The song peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and helped to bolster the label’s profile. The album Who’s Making Love was released months later, and not only featured the title track but also an irresistible collection of …

Stax Country (LP)

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Details As part of Stax’s year-long, 60th anniversary celebration, this quirky collection of long-lost gems from the latter days of the Stax empire, Stax Country highlights the Memphis soul label’s effort to branch out into country music. Although the majority of the tunes on this album never made it to the radio waves, the tracks here stand as a unique …

Roy Lee Johnson & The Villagers (LP)

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Details An unsung monster from the waning hours of the Stax empire, Roy Lee Johnson & The Villagers‘ eponymous LP is as funky as anything the label ever released. While its sound is unmistakably Stax — its elegant yet earthy sensibility couldn’t come from anywhere else — the music expands on the formula via tight, hypnotic grooves and scorching guitar …

Stax “Falling Records” Logo Tote Bag

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Details • 12oz natural canvas tote with contrast handle• Featuring the Stax “Falling Records” logo on both sides• 15″ W x 16″ H Questions? Read our Store FAQ or Contact Us

Stax “Classic Snap” Embroidered Canvas Jacket (Black)

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Details Black Harrington canvas jacket, featuring the Stax “Classic Snap” logo.  Water resistant polyester / cotton coated blend canvas shell Polyester / cotton interior lining Fold down collar with inside storm placket Inner pocket Adjustable cuffs with snaps Lower front pockets with hidden snap closures Inconspicuous Hidden Zip feature Questions? Read our Store FAQ or Contact Us

Stax “Falling Records” Logo T-Shirt (Red)

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Details • A cardinal red short sleeved t-shirt, with the Falling Records logo in white  • Comfortable fabric, relaxed fit, 100% cotton • A unisex t-shirt by Bella+Canvas

Stax Vintage Hoodie (Black)

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Details A black, long sleeve, light-weight fleece pullover Features a vintage Stax logo on the front Comfortable cotton/polyester blend jersey fabric A unisex hoodie with a front pouch pocket and a white drawcord by Bella + Canvas With printed Stax Records custom neck tag Questions? Read our Store FAQ or Contact Us

Stax Vintage Logo T-Shirt (Maroon)

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Details A Stax short sleeve t-shirt in maroon Features a vintage Stax logo on the front Comfortable 100% cotton jersey t-shirt Includes a printed Stax Records custom neck tag