Mahalia Jackson (October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972) was an American gospel singer. Possessing a powerful contralto voice, she was referred to as "The Queen of Gospel". Jackson became one of the most influential gospel singers in the world and was heralded internationally as a singer and civil rights activist. She was described by entertainer Harry Belafonte as "the single most powerful black woman in the United States". She recorded about 30 albums (mostly for Columbia Records) during her career...
These are photos from concerts where Mahalia Jackson played, so they may be of other bands that played the concert as well.
The Byrds / Sonny and Cher / Mahalia Jackson May 24, 1968 Los Angeles, California, United States Uploaded by Zimtrim
Mahalia Jackson Jul 23, 1963 Asbury Park, New Jersey, United States Uploaded by Zimtrim
