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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

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $20.00

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Tue 24 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)

JerryM302

Jul 2022

No need to say more than what has already been said. This place ranks among them all as the home of great music and Terrell gives a great tour

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you so much for your kind words! Thanks for visiting!

todde889

Jul 2022

The staff here are really nice. Terrell, our guide, did a fantastic job relating what is special about 3614 Jackson Highway. I'll give you a hint -- it's not the building, though the history of the building and what was done to make it usable as a recording studio is interesting. If you didn't know what happened at that address you would drive right on by without a thought. Stop in and give Terrell your attention for a little while, though, and you'll realize you're standing on holy ground, a place where some really cool and talented people had fun creating something special. My wife and I enjoyed this tour more than the tour of another famous studio in the area. We both agreed that the difference was Terrell's inimitable charm and ability to tell stories.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you so much for your kind words. Terrell is very passionate about the place and the stories!

654JOHNB635

Jun 2022

Not only unmissable if in Muscle Shoals but worth a trip in itself. The studio has an amazing history and atmosphere and our guide Tyrell was fantastic. We could have happily stayed for another couple of hours hearing stories about artists who recorded there.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

We appreciate your kind words about the studio and our passionate tour guide!