His first big-time gig was with the Staple Singers, a gospel group.

The night after he was released, he performed in Chicago, and members of the Staple Singers came to see him backstage.

Besides bringing in a children's chorus and African drums, she is joined on two cuts by the Staple Singers.

He also co-authored "Respect Yourself", a million seller for the Staples Singers in 1971.

The Staple Singers were an American gospel, soul, and R&B singing group.

Her first name was taken from Mavis Staples, lead vocalist for the Staple Singers.

While he continued to lead the Staple Singers, Mr. Staples also maintained his solo career.

"Let's Do It Again" was a hit song for The Staple Singers.

Be What You Are is a 1973 soul album by The Staple Singers.

Mahalia Jackson and The Staple Singers were undoubtedly the most successful of the golden age gospel artists.