The event was unprecedented in the Shoals area, and brought together producers, writers, artists and executives from throughout the industry.We are owe a debt to Terry Pace and Robert Palmer of the Times-Daily for the work done on their excellent series on the Muscle Shoals Music Industry which appeared in the paper this summer and which is still available on the papers web site. Editor Noel Nash also deserves accolades for the foresight to allow this project to go forward. You can access the Times-Daily web site for more information about this event.
As producers, publishers and record company executives these four men have changed the face of American culture, and furthered the culture of the world. From left, Buddy Killen, Rick Hall, Sam Phillips and Jerry Wexler
Among the musicians which have made the name Muscle Shoals recognized around the world are, from left, David Hood, bass, Spooner Oldham, keyboards, Roger Hawkins, drums and Jimmy Johnson, guitar.
As a young woman, Sue Richards signed a contract with Sam Phillip's Sun Records. This resulted in the release of this 78 RPM record under her maiden name, Maggie Sue Wimberly.
James Joiner opened the first record company in Alabama, and released this single on Bobby Denton, a young singer from the Shoals area.
Rick Hall, from left, founded FAME and recorded early hits on Jimmy Hughes. Jimmy Johnson was Hall's first employee.
Rodney Hall, left, provides leadership for FAME Studios spearheading its emphasis on publishing, while Steve Melton, an independent engineer is also exploring the realm of song publishing.
Hollis Dixon, left, provided employment for many musician coming through Muscle Shoals, while Wolf Stevenson, a partner in MALACO Records, has helped continue the legend Muscle
Shoals Sound Studio.
Alecia Elliott continues the Muscle Shoals tradition. The 16-year-old Muscle Shoals native has been performing for almost half her short life. She currently is watching her first recording climb the country charts.
Dan Penn is the coolest white man alive. He has written, engineered and produced classic soul music, and is the most soulful singer I've ever seen. He's so cool, he can wear overalls under this tuxedo coat and get away with it.
Jerry Wexler, the God Father of Muscle Shoals Music, attended the early sessions of the symposium, and injected witty comments and asides as the members of the Muscle Shoals Sound Rhythm Section told their story. by Dick Cooper
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