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[bamabluesbro]

Well, last night was a highlight for sure. Justin and I were fortunate enough to hook up with our pals at the Radio Station here in Muscle Shoals Alabama 'Birthplace of the Blues', and jam for a couple hours with the one and only Steve Cropper.
Steve was one of the most down to earth, coolest cats we have ever had the pleasure of meeting. He saw us across the lobby and started laughing and called us over. It was funny he was playing a showcase at the local Holiday Inn lounge(movie)! Of course the first thing I told him was, 'We're puttin the band back together'. He looked at me and asked me "You got that money you owe us?" Priceless, huh?
He rocked the house for two hours with Mustang Sally, Midnight Hour, Dock of the Bay, Knock on Wood, Green Onions, and of course the last tune of the night, Soul Man.
He asked us to come on up and we sang the 2nd and third with Steve. The crowd loved it! It was a cool experience.
Jamey

[Mike]

That is so awesome! Being able to play with Steve Cropper must have been so exciting. You'll remeber that for years:D:BB:

[Flashcomix]

Wow, just a big Wow. I think I'll hate you from now on :D

[Scott]

bamabluesbro said:

Of course the first thing I told him was, 'We're puttin the band back together'. He looked at me and asked me "You got that money you owe us?" Priceless, huh?

Awesome!

[bbcentral]

I met Steve at the Anniversary DVD launch, he was such a cool guy to talk to. He told me the band would love to do another album one day.
I can't wait to see your photos! :D

[alabamablues]

Enjoy everyone! Raw footage our guitar player shot for us when we were asked to get up on Soul Man...Vocals are not all that great but I think you can get the idea!
Wow!!! I have had permanent Cold Chill Bumps ever since last night!!! lol
Justin www.TheAlabamaBluesBrothers.com

[jake_lee_blues]

Wow thats some excelent footage there guys!
Thats so great you got to do that! Im really happy gor you guys.

[alabamablues]

Here are links to few more short clips of Steve Cropper along side of T. Graham Brown we took with our Camera Video...Enjoy!
Justin



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qI2YKCoRK_4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-WdxgYAl2M

[Bluezz]

Oh my, thanks for posting that guys. I just saw it on here and had to comment to you. Great footage...What was he like? Did you get to talk with him for a while?
Cool!

[alabamablues]

Thanks for the comment BLUEZZ...
He was really a nice guy and spent a few moments with us uninterrupted. We were so thrilled to get called on stage and it was overall a great event we will remember forever...
Thanks, Justin
www.TheAlabamaBluesBrothers.com

[alabamablues]

http://www.dnj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070301/LIFESTYLE/703010303/1024

This is a link to a newspaper article that came out today about a show we are playing this Sat in TN...Thought I would share...
Peace, Justin

[ElwoodJones]

what a cool article!.. great to see you guys gettin some good press.... btw.. Justin.. i love that picture of you with that little girl when you played that local school ( on your website) so classic... I hope one day me and my bluesbro can do the same!!

EJ

[alabamablues]

Thanks for the comment EJ...I tell ya, any PR is good Pr with a group like us huh? We are literally PR junkies man! haha
We normally always book at a minimum of 1-2 shows just off the press we receive from shows like this...It is always an honor to get that call from a newspaper reporter or news station person everytime!

Justin
www.TheAlabamaBluesBrothers.com

[ElwoodJones]

i think what it really is.. people don`t realize the blues brothers are still alvie and kickin inside tribute bands like yourself.. and when they do its like " ooooh oooh I want the blues brothers!!!"

EJ

[alabamablues]

Yeah, you are most definitely right about that...It is good to know that we can continue this tribute through the ages and always knowing that the Blues Brothers will most likely never ever get old...What a great act...What a great Band...
Justin

[SolomanDHBlues]

Doggone it! I wish I had known you were there. It's about a 4 hour drive, but I'd have made it to see you fellows again. Gotta keep up with me so I can know what's where. Ya'll call!

Everyone else: If you get a chance to go see The Alabama Blues Brothers, get to it. Well worth it!!

alabamablues said:

http://www.dnj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070301/LIFESTYLE/703010303/1024

This is a link to a newspaper article that came out today about a show we are playing this Sat in TN...Thought I would share...
Peace, Justin

[alabamablues]

Appreciate the word of praise Soloman! Hope you have been doing ok?
Hey ElwoodJones, you live anywhere close to Hartford??
Doing a gig up there at the end of the month and thought we could all grab a beer or something during our short stay...
Hollar when you can, Justin

[ElwoodJones]

Uhh yeah guys... i can get to hartford.. it wouldn`t be a problem in the slightest.. although I might have to hit you guys up for a soda.. not a beer

EJ

[Odupianist]

If you guys are hitting up VA anytime soon, or northeastern NC, let me know. It'd be cool to see you guys. I'll come dressed for the occassion.

[ElwoodJones]

How are you guys gonna get here? you flying in.. or did you get a new Bluesmobile?

Either way.. i`ll be there.. just tell me the place and time..

EJ

( btw... those of you that have seen the Alabama brothers concerts.. did you just wear your shades.. or the full suit and hat?.. io`m just thinking of a cool way to show support..)