About Alabama Shakes
Beginning their musical career by doing Roots Rock covers of everything from AC/DC to James Brown and Led Zeppelin, Alabama Shakes have now developed into a genuinely unique band that first surprises and then completely wins over audiences whenever they play. Put aside any preconceptions of ‘country music’ when it comes to this band, because they have taken the concept, played around with it, and then given it a good old shake up. The result is a foot-stomping sound that has proved to be a hit at every festival, gig, shindig and gathering since.
Alabama Shakes concert tickets are now on offer for their forthcoming UK tour dates, so if you haven’t experienced the full force of this quirky, vibrant band yet, then now is your chance to get to know them through tickets from Gigantic.
The Shakes are playing Glastonbury this year in June, so festival goers will get a chance to enjoy their uniquely quirky style and rousing sing-along set, guaranteeing that they’ll be a massive hit with the audience. Alabama Shakes tour dates include the T in the Park event on the 10th-12th July, and the Brixton Academy on the 18th and 19th November. So if you can’t get tickets for Glastonbury, you’ll get a chance to catch them as they drop into the UK on the European leg of their world tour.
Roots Rock is an acknowledgement of the influence of traditional styles of music on the development of modern genres, and the Alabama Shakes are exponents of this style of fusion and innovative musical advancement. The result is a rich and contemporary sound that still retains the freshness of country, blues and folk undertones. The Alabama Shakes acknowledge their musical heritage and have embraced it, giving a new generation of fans the chance to discover it for themselves.
Their success has led to a cluster of music industry nominations and awards, including three Grammy Award nominations, a Brit Award nomination for Best International Band and the winners of the Americana Music Honors & Award for Emerging Artist of the Year in 2012.
Their 2012 debut album ‘Boys and Girls’ received critical acclaim, and tracks from their new album ‘Sound and Colour’ are bound to feature heavily on their tour. Alabama Shakes tickets are going to sell out quickly, particularly as there are only limited opportunities to see them in the UK this year, so make sure you grab your tickets from Gigantic now to guarantee a spot in the front row at their next gig.
