Originally published in 1997, Soulsville, U.S.A.: The Story of Stax Records by Rob Bowman is widely considered the "Stax bible". Bowman spent over 12 years researching and conducting first-person interviews to capture the rise and fall of the Memphis-based label.
The story of Stax Records is inextricably linked to the city of Memphis, which was affectionately dubbed "Soulsville U.S.A." by the label's founders. This vibrant music scene, fueled by the creative energy of Stax and other local labels, helped shape American music and culture. Originally published in 1997, Soulsville, U
⚡ Soulsville U.S.A.: The Sonic Cathedral of Black Excellence and Integration Jim Stewart, founder of Stax Records Estelle Axton,