Muscle Shoals Meets the ’80s

Published 9:00 am Saturday, January 4, 2025

DECATUR — The historic Princess Theatre will come alive with the boisterous sound of “Muscle Shoals Meets the 80s,”  Jan. 10, in an evening blending the Muscle Shoals’ music legacy with hits of the 1980s.

Headlining the event is The Fiddleworms, an American rock music group from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, who are celebrated as keepers of the Muscle Shoals tradition, bringing both original hits and fresh interpretations to life on stage.

At their core, the Fiddleworms are an original band, though they are also known for putting together shows paying tribute to their favorite artists or, in this case, favorite decade.

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Adding a special twist to the evening, the Decatur High School Marching Band will join the lineup, showcasing their talent and energy in an exciting collaboration.

This performance offers a unique opportunity to spotlight local student musicians alongside professional artists, making it a community-centered event that bridges several generations at once.

The night will also feature additional artists who will bring their expertise and passion to reinterpret classic 1980s music. These artists include; Kelvin Holly, Jay Burgess, Gary Baker, Jimmy Nutt, Dave Anderson, Taylor Grace, Mike Dillon, Marty Lewis, James LeBlanc, Marie Lewey, Cindy Walker, G Mane, Cissy Ashley Guin, Brad Guin, Drew White, Ricky Burkes, Scott Campbell, Eddie Martin, Connr, Nick Franks, Lenny LeBlanc, Gary Nichols, Rob Aldridge, Natasha Paige Nix, Bay Simpson, Daniel Crisler, Michael Ledbetter, Angela Hacker, Jamie Barrier, Lucie Tiger, Monkee Wammack, Red Mouth, Doug Stokes, Trey Nichols, Steve Vickery, Scott Todd, Halley Phillips, Carla Russell and Microwave Dave.

The Muscle Shoals Meets Shows have sold out every year in their hometown of Muscle Shoals and last year’s “Muscle Shoals Meets the Eagles” was a sell out at the Princess Theatre.

Fans can expect an exhilarating mix of soulful grooves, 1980s nostalgia and powerful live performances. Don’t miss this incredible evening of collaboration and creativity, celebrating the legendary Muscle Shoals sound and the timeless appeal of 80s music.

Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased online at www.princesstheatre.org. Day of show, doors will open at 6 p.m. with performance beginning at 7 p.m.