Released: 24/02/23
Wattstax, the legendary 1972 benefit concert commemorating the Watts riots, brought over 100,000 people to the L.A. Memorial Coliseum for a 7-hour celebration of Soul, Funk, and Gospel. Featuring iconic performances by Isaac Hayes, The Staple Singers, Rufus Thomas, and more, the event was immortalized in a hit 2-LP soundtrack and the acclaimed 1973 documentary Wattstax. To mark its 50th anniversary, Stax Records presents The Best of Wattstax, highlighting the festival’s most unforgettable performances.