How to watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A outside India on JioCinema

As of May 25, 2025, STAX: Soulsville U.S.A is available to stream on the OTT platform JioCinema in India.

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STAX: Soulsville U.S.A Synopsis

What is STAX: Soulsville U.S.A about?

STAX: Soulsville U.S.A. is a documentary series that explores the history and impact of Stax Records, a significant music label based in Memphis, Tennessee. The series chronicles the label’s rise from a small, family-owned record store and studio to becoming a powerhouse in the soul music industry. It highlights the careers of iconic artists like Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, Booker T. & The M.G.’s, and Sam & Dave. The documentary showcases archival performance footage and interviews, detailing how the label broke racial barriers and created a distinctive sound that defined an era.

STAX: Soulsville U.S.A Cast

Who is in the cast of STAX: Soulsville U.S.A?

• Director: Jamila Wignot
• Producers: Jamila Wignot, Kara Elverson
• Executive Producers: Ezra Edelman, Caroline Waterlow, Nigel Sinclair, Nicholas Ferrall, Scott Pascucci, Sophia Dilley, Michele Smith, Jody Gerson, David Blackman, Charlie Cohen, Ron Broitman
• HBO Executive Producers: Nancy Abraham, Lisa Heller, Tina Nguyen.

STAX: Soulsville U.S.A OTT Release Date?

As of May 25, 2024, STAX: Soulsville U.S.A is available to stream exclusively on JioCinema in India.

How many episodes does STAX: Soulsville U.S.A have?

Season 1 of STAX: Soulsville U.S.A consists of 4 episodes. The firs two episodes air on May 20, 2024 on HBO, followed by the final two episodes airing back-to-back on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the same time.

STAX: Soulsville U.S.A Season 1 Episode Guide

• Cause I Love You – Premieres May 20, 2024
  Stax Records starts in Memphis in the late 1950s and becomes a major Black music label, launching artists like Sam & Dave, Booker T. & the MG’s, and Otis Redding.
• Soul Man – Premieres May 20, 2024
  Stax breaks into the white market with “Soul Man” and Otis Redding’s Monterey Pop Festival performance. Challenges arise with Redding’s death, Dr. King’s assassination, legal issues, and racial tensions in Memphis.
• Respect Yourself – Premieres May 21, 2024
  After Otis Redding’s death and a problematic merger, Al Bell saves Stax with hits like “Soul Limbo” and supports Isaac Hayes, who wins awards for “Shaft.”
• Nothing Takes the Place of You (Season Finale) – Premieres May 21, 2024
  In the 1970s, Stax thrives and gives back with the Wattstax concert. Financial troubles later force the company to close.

Where to watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A in India?

You can watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A streaming on JioCinema in India starting May 25, 2024. Make sure you have an active subscription to JioCinema to access the documentary.

How can I watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A outside India?

To watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A outside India, use a VPN to access JioCinema and stream the series on smartphones and tablets via the JioCinema app, available for iOS and Android, or through web browsers like Google Chrome and Safari on PCs and Macs.

Where can I watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A for free in India?

Since JioCinema does not offer a free trial, you cannot watch TAX: Soulsville U.S.A for free in India.

STAX: Soulsville U.S.AFAQ

What is the primary focus of ‘STAX: Soulsville U.S.A.’?

The documentary series focuses on the history and cultural impact of Stax Records, a significant soul music label based in Memphis, Tennessee. It explores the rise and fall of the label, its role in breaking racial barriers, and its contribution to American music through artists like Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, and Booker T. & the M.G.’s.

Who are some of the key figures featured in the series?

The series features interviews and archival footage of important figures associated with Stax Records, including founder Jim Stewart, co-owner Estelle Axton, musicians Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, Booker T. Jones, Steve Cropper, Sam Moore, and Al Bell, among others.

What awards has the documentary series received?

‘STAX: Soulsville U.S.A.’ was an official selection at the 2024 South by Southwest (SXSW) Film & TV Festival, where it won the TV Premiere Audience Award.

What role did Al Bell play in Stax Records’ history?

Al Bell, a key figure in the documentary, served as the promotions director, president, and later owner of Stax Records. He played a pivotal role in reviving the label after the tragic death of Otis Redding and the Atlantic Records merger, and he helped produce several hits, including Isaac Hayes’ award-winning music for the film “Shaft”.

Is STAX: Soulsville U.S.A on JioCinema?

Yes, STAX: Soulsville U.S.A is available on JioCinema. You can stream the documentary series on JioCinema in India .

STAX: Soulsville U.S.A Trailer

Check out the official trailer for STAX: Soulsville U.S.A here.

Watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A online OTT outside India

To watch STAX: Soulsville U.S.A online outside India, you can stream the series on OTT platform JioCinema using a VPN to change your virtual location.