The Shoals area

We are rich in our musical heritage and proudly claim the title of Hit Recording Capitol of the  World, with such artists as the Rolling Stones, Aretha Franklin, George Michael, Wilson Pickett, Willie Nelson, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Joe Cocker, Paul Simon, Bob Seger, Rod Stewart, Cat Stevens and more.  We are also home to John Paul White, Lenny LeBlanc, James LeBlanc, The Secret Sisters, Gary Baker, and others.

Because of our love of music, there are several events held yearly that draw people from around the world.  These include the W. C. Handy Music Festival, Billy Reid's Shindig, the Helen Keller Festival, and more.