The Best Musical Artists From Alabama
Here are the best artists and bands from Alabama. Alabama has had a thriving music scene for well over a century now. The state has played an important role in the development of numerous musical genres. Folk, gospel, country, and blues would not be where they are today if it were not for the hard work of all the talented musicians who have come out of the Yellowhammer State. If you thought the state was only known for "Sweet Home Alabama," then think again.
Many of the best musical artists from Alabama have already been inducted into the state's Music Hall of Fame. Nat King Cole, Hank Williams, and The Commodores are just a few of the big names that have been honored by their fellow Alabamians. There are plenty of other acts that may soon join these artists in the Hall of Fame, such as Gucci Mane, Yelawolf, and The Band Perry. Other popular Alabama artists include Lionel Richie, Gucci Mane, Alabama Shakes, and Debby Ryan.
The Alabama Music Hall of Fame is one thing, but which singers do you think deserve to be at the top of this list? The most famous Alabama musical artists are found below, and you have the power to decide who should be considered the best. Whether you're a hardcore music lover or just a casual listener, your input is desired.
- 1Outlaw country, Western music, Folk music
- Albums: Cold, Cold Heart, Beyond the Sunset, Three Hanks: Men With Broken Hearts, Hillbilly Hero
Hiram King "Hank" Williams (September 17, 1923 – January 1, 1953) was an American singer-songwriter and musician. Regarded as one of the most significant and influential American singers and ...more - 2Country pop, Pop music, Rock music
- Albums: Christmas Vol. II, Alabama Christmas, Feels So Right, Christmas With The Judds & Alabama, Mountain Music
Alabama is an American country and Southern rock band formed in Fort Payne, Alabama, in 1969. The band was founded by Randy Owen (lead vocals, rhythm guitar) and his cousin Teddy Gentry (bass, ...more - 3Adult contemporary music, Pop music, Rock music
- Albums: Can't Slow Down, Tuskegee, Coming Home, Dancing on the Ceiling, Renaissance
Lionel Brockman Richie Jr. (born June 20, 1949) is an American singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. Richie's style of ballads with the Commodores and in his solo career launched him as one ...more - 4Jump blues, Swing music, Traditional pop music
- Albums: Merry Christmas, The Magic of Christmas, The Nat King Cole Christmas Album, Merry Christmas, Christmas Favorites
Nathaniel Adams Coles (March 17, 1919 – February 15, 1965), known professionally as Nat King Cole, was an American jazz pianist and vocalist. He recorded over one hundred songs that became hits on ...more - 5
Percy Sledge
Rhythm and blues, Soul music- Albums: When a Man Loves a Woman, When a Man Loves a Women, 3 for 3, Collection, It Tears Me Up: The Best of Percy Sledge
Percy Tyrone Sledge (November 25, 1941 – April 14, 2015) was an American R&B, soul and gospel singer. He is best known for the song "When a Man Loves a Woman", a No. 1 hit on both the Billboard Hot ...more - 6Southern soul, Rock music, Rhythm and blues
- Albums: The Exciting Wilson Pickett, The Sound of Wilson Pickett, Take Your Pleasure, Funky Situation, Right On
Wilson Pickett (March 18, 1941 – January 19, 2006) was an American singer and songwriter. A major figure in the development of American soul music, Pickett recorded over 50 songs which made the US ...more
