Mavis is the new project from Ashley Beedle & Darren Morris, named after the legendary Mavis Staples, who the duo cite as a true inspiration. The LP features an array of distinguished talent, including Kurt Wagner, Edwyn Collins, Candi Staton, John Turrell, Ed Harcourt, Sarah Cracknell, Disa, Danielle Moore and Cherilyn MacNeil, giving their all on some of the most beautiful songs you’re likely to hear this year, creating a late night / early hours soundtrack to a city filmed in black and white. Ashley Beedle & Darren Morris, alongside the guests have truly excelled themselves here. Mavis has been three years in the making, an honest labour of love, made with 100 percent soul, and it’s a proper boat floater. Inspiring.
5 Out Of 5
Reviewed By: Dean Thatcher