Instagram/Mavis Staples & Hozier & Music Mavis Staples, Hozier, Elvis Costello & Warren Haynes unite for a stunning "The Weight" at Love Rocks NYC. See the epic finale. March 24, 2026 AceShowbiz - Mavis Staples led a powerful performance of the Band's classic "The Weight" on Thursday night at the Love Rocks NYC benefit concert. The song featured a collaborative effort with Warren Haynes, Hozier, and Elvis Costello, each taking turns delivering verses. The sequence began with Haynes, moved to Staples and Hozier, and culminated with Costello performing Rick Danko's iconic "Crazy Chester" verse.