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The Best Episodes of Stax: Soulsville USA

Every episode of Stax: Soulsville USA ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Stax: Soulsville USA!

Binge this in 3h 46mPeaking at 9.2/10

The story of an underdog, interracial record label that ushered in groundbreaking music.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Stax: Soulsville USA Season 1 Episode 1 - Cause I Love You
    9.2/10(89 votes)

    #1 - Cause I Love You

    S1:E1

    In the late 1950s, Memphis' Stax Records quickly becomes one of the most influential record labels on the Black music scene, breaking out iconic artists such as Sam & Dave, Booker T. & the MG's, and Otis Redding. As popularity grows in the Black market, Stax executives and musicians transcend racial divides and bring their music into the American mainstream.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Stax: Soulsville USA Season 1 Episode 2 - Soul Man
    9.2/10(73 votes)

    #2 - Soul Man

    S1:E2

    Stax breaks through to the white market with Sam & Dave's crossover hit "Soul Man." But the untimely death of Stax star Otis Redding, the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., legal obstacles, and ongoing racial tensions in Memphis reveal cracks in the company's façade.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Stax: Soulsville USA Season 1 Episode 3 - Respect Yourself
    8.7/10(64 votes)

    #3 - Respect Yourself

    S1:E3

    Despite severe business setbacks, Stax Records rises again with Isaac Hayes's Oscar® and Grammy®-winning work for the 1971 smash hit Shaft.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Stax: Soulsville USA Season 1 Episode 4 - Nothing Takes the Place of You
    8.5/10(62 votes)

    #4 - Nothing Takes the Place of You

    S1:E4

    By the 1970s, a booming Stax expands to Los Angeles and gives back to the Black community with the benefit concert Wattstax. But when their bank goes under and the company faces other legal setbacks, Stax prepares to shutter its doors.

    Director:Unknown
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Best Episodes Summary

"Cause I Love You" is the best rated episode of "Stax: Soulsville USA". It scored 9.2/10 based on 89 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 5/20/2024. This episode scored 0.0 points higher than the second highest rated, "Soul Man".