Concord Reactivates Stax. Signs Isaac Hayes.

To celebrate the 50^th anniversary of the legendary soul label Stax, the Concord Music Group is planning an aggressive schedule of reissues, special events and the reactivation of the label with new
signings including Stax original Isaac Hayes.

Stax’s contribution to popular music is enormous. Releasing hit after hit from Otis Redding, Booker T. & the MGs, the Bar-Kays, Hayes, Sam and Dave, the Staple Singers, Eddie Floyd, Johnnie Taylor, William Bell and Rufus and Carla Thomas, among others, the Memphis soul label established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand. (more)