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Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Tour in Sheffield Alabama

Muscle Shoals Sound Studio Tour in Sheffield Alabama

Overview

In 1969 the Swampers founded Muscle Shoals Sound Studio and within months they were attracting hit recording artists from around the world who came to them in search of the signature sound that forever changed American music. Through the generosity of Beats Electronics the legendary studio has been authentically restored. From the vintage equipment in the control room upstairs to the orange carpet in the Swampers' party room downstairs, the building looks exactly as it did during those magical years between 1969 and 1978. Peek into the bathroom where Keith Richards put the finishing touches on Wild Horses or sit at the piano that Paul Simon played on Kodachrome.

City: Alabama

Fri 27 Dec

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Fri 27 Dec

Starting at $20.00

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What's Included

Professionally Guided Tour

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Show Viator Voucher as proof of purchase to participate in Tour
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Parking is on-site.
Masks are Required as of July 30, 2021

What To Expect

Muscle Shoals Sound Studio

The tour is of the iconic studio that produced hundreds of hit records including hits by the Rolling Stones, Bob Seger, Boz Scaggs, Paul Simon, The Staple Singers, Leon Russell, Rod Stewart, Rival Sons, Linda Rondstadt and many more. The studio is still a working studio. Merch for sale to support our operations that are managed by a 501C3 non-profit. We are requiring masks currently and limiting capacity in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (95)

Christine_C

Aug 2021

Our tour Director, Terrel was fantastic! Very informative and entertaining! We enjoyed the stories and the insights on the people and times.

JustenBDCollins

Jul 2021

What we had planned as a simple rest stop between Atlanta and Memphis turned into the highlight of our entire family trip. The folks at the Muscle Shoals Sound Studio are so welcoming, and the tour is so engrossing - full of music and colorful stories about this amazing building and the stars that once passed through its doors. Highly recommended for music fans of all ages, but an absolute must-visit for fans of the 1970's Muscle Shoals sound that dominated the charts for so many artists.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

So glad you enjoyed the tour and came to visit with us!

SunWorshiper60898

Jul 2021

Oh my! If you love the music of the 60’s and 70’s, you must do this! The Jackson Hwy location - not the newer one, which we did not visit. Terrell Benton was our tour guide, and he knew, admired, and obviously loved the “Swampers”. Standing in that old studio, listening to Benton’s stories of the recordings and artists, told with the appreciation and reverence they deserve, I was simply mesmerized. Benton is easily the best tour guide I have had, and the studio itself is a treasure. Book it, and enjoy!!

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thanks for the kind comments. Terrell is very passionate and we are thrilled to have him on our team!