Mahalia Barnes picks 5 songs that sum up her soul
As the oldest child of Jimmy and Jane Barnes, music has always been in Mahalia Barnes' blood, so it was no surprise that she inherited her dad’s extraordinary set of pipes, and set off on her own path.
We may have first met her as a little kid in The Tin Lids, but pretty soon Mahalia entrenched herself in a world of jazz and soul. Forming her own band, collaborating with American guitarist Joe Bonamassa, and now – singing her heart out on stage with Jesus Christ Superstar. Her starring role as Mary Magdelene was the catalyst to invite her in to Take 5, with her songs of soul, and from Betty Davis to Stevie Wonder to Aretha, this is a beautiful celebration of the greats.
Sister Rosetta Tharpe - Up Above My Head I Hear Music in the Air (Ft. Marie Knight)Stevie Wonder - I Believe (When I Fall In Love It Will Be Forever)Betty Davis - Game Is My Middle NamePrince - Purple RainAretha Franklin – I’ve Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)Watch Jimmy Barnes Take 5 here https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-rowe/series/2/video/AC2218H003S00
Take 5
The Take 5 is a music podcast where the people you love, share five songs they love. Each guest has a different theme, and the memories attached to their most beloved songs flip them to fan mode, often giving a rare insight into their creative heart. Hosted by Zan Rowe.
- No. of episodes: 250
- Latest episode: 2025-06-20
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