Fame Recording Studios, Muscle Shoals

For anyone who has a love and appreciation of music, especially from the 1960s and and 1970s, FAME Studios is a must see even if it means traveling extraordinary miles to get there. This is the place where the sound of soul, funk, and southern rock was born. And just as amazing are the people who safeguard, preserve, and share this treasure. It’s highly recommended to spend a little more for the backstage experience. Many thanks to the wonderful staff including Rick Hall’s grandson who shared many wonderful personal memories during our tour.

We had wanted to visit here since watching the documentary about Muscle Shoals on Netflix. We travelled to Muscle Shoals from South Carolina in our RV. The tour didn't disappoint! It was exciting to be standing in the same place where so much amazing music had been recorded. Highly recommend a visit here.

A group of 6 of us made the trek to Alabama last week for a much anticipated visit to FAME studios. I was awestruck speechless, elated and will be forever amazed by the experience of visiting and touring FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals Alabama. I was prepared for a tour of the studio, hearing of its history and viewing memorabilia. However it touched my soul and evoked so much emotion that it brought a few if us to tears. Jackson Hall, Rick Hall’s grandson was the guide for our backstage tour. Jackson has most likely done this tour hundreds of times but you would never know that. He provided information, shared stories about his grandfather, his family and the artist with such enthusiasm that he was able to pull you into the experience that is FAME studios. The entire tour was amazing but the last stop in studio A (which has not changed since they opened in 1960) where we had the privilege of actually listening to recordings made in the studio was like nothing I have ever heard or experienced. If you are thinking about going do it no mater how far you have to travel it will be well worth it. #famestudioswhereitallbegan

Amazing tour. Mrs Hall greeted us, talked to the group and then it was 90 minutes being immersed in music history. Just a beautiful experience.

If you are into music history, then this is a must do for you when you are in Muscle Shoals. Tour was very friendly and enlightening. You can feel the history here. As a studio, I am not a musician but I am an AV professional, and I feel this studio is technically a much better studio then the other famous recording studio in town. Has a great feel to it. Enjoy!