Alabama - Fan Mail

We always love to hear from our fans. We welcome positive remarks about your visit to the web site, any concerts you have attended, visits to Fort Payne and, of course, Alabama's many songs and recordings.We reserve the right to edit any entry in order to keep this a pleasant, family-safe experience.Those of you requesting an autographed picture will be disappointed to learn that Alabama reserves the right to limit personalized autographed photos to attendees of their annual Fan Appreciation Day held every June at the Alabama Fan Club and Museum in Fort Payne. A downloadable, printable machine autographed PDF file is available HERE for your requests. Please email us and we'll post your letters here.
You can download last year's Guestbook 2007 pdf file here.

My Homes in Alabama
Looking forward to June to meet you guys. You make our state look good and we need all the good will that we can get. Can't you guys record some music together in Fort Payne? You don't have to tour to sell your music. How about one reunion album?
Mike Pesseackey
Moody, AL

Why are there no messages since Easter? Is the system down? I heard that Randy might be writing a book. That is one I would love to read.
nghill@co.pg.md.us
(Nancy, you might need to clear your cache, there have been plenty of messages, Ed.)

First of all I would like to say hello to Randy, Jeff, Teddy and Mark. Words cannot express the gratitude that I have for these four talented individuals and the footprint that they have left us artists to follow. I grew up in a small town in Texas (Still live there) and I remember sometime in the early 80's, Alabama played in Brownwood, Texas about 25 miles west of where I live. My brother Donnie played piano in a band called Texas Pride and I remember one night in a bar one of the guys in my brother's band kept sticking quarters in the jukebox playing My Homes In Alabama over and over and all at once he stopped and just stared at everyone and said 'One of these days we are going to open for these guys! About 6 months later they got a call from someone who asked them to open for Alabama. They had already been the opening act for Merle Haggard, Ronnie Milsap and Hank Jr. I remember these guys were on clould nine (Can you blame them?) Anyway it was one of my most memorable concerts and the Boys in Alabama were so nice! Fast forward about 28 years..I myself started my own band and every time we would play out somewhere someone in the crowd would yell out Alabama!! You see, I have been told that I look like Randy as well as sound like him. Maybe I didnt know it back then but I believe Randy made a bigger impression on me than I first thought. Even now I can walk into a restaurant or a convenient store and some will just stare but most often someone will say, Hey has anyone ever told you that you look like that guy who sings for Alabama!!(In Case you are wondering I am 48 years old) Now folks I am talking about the towns here in Texas that I visit. So I believe that Alabama left a small footprint in this small Texas town and its amazing how people treat me just knowing that maybe just maybe I could be him. What an honor!! I just wanted the guys to know what a difference they made in this smalltown boys life. God bless you Randy,Jeff,Teddy and Mark
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Danny Bingham
Comanche, TX

I grew up a rocker but with working-class, dairy farm roots in Western Massachusetts (the grandson of hardworking Slovak immigrants), have always had "country" in my blood, too. People in the South might not realize, though I'm sure the Alabama boys and any other country act that have toured up North do, just how much love for country and Southern music there is in the North, and the shared cultural loves (just come to any country fair in New England and you'll see). And that's of course very true for love of the greats like the Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker Band, Charlie Daniels, Skynyrd, and others; in the 1970s, my teen years, the enthusiasm I remember for those bands was incredible. Large areas of the North and even the Northeast are rural, and we love our country--the music and the USA--dearly. And I love Alabama: their songs like "Fallin' Again" and "She and I" and "Born Country" and "There's No Way"--I can listen to them over and over. What talent you guys have, what gifts. One of my great regrets is that I and my wife did not get down to see you in Wallingford, Conn., on your farewell tour. You make wonderful music, so evocative of the land and the human spirit of love, the sense of fun (like "the cheap seats"), the values all decent people share wherever they may live. Be well.
Tom Pitoniak in Westfield, Mass

Good morning Alabama,
I just wanted to write to you to let you know how much your work has influence my life. I have been a fan of yours for a long time. I appreciate your achievements and accomplishments - you are a wonderful role model for people around the world.
Sincerely,
Jill Bemis
Saint Paul, MN

Hey Guys! I wanted to thank you and the wonderfully delightful lady who waited on my parents at the Fan Club store and museum last week. On their recent trip to visit friends in Alabama, my mom and dad stopped there just for me. They know how much I have ALWAYS loved Alabama. My mom drove me 200 miles to see you in Indiana in 1983. She spent all day in the terrible August heat so that her 15 year old could be awestruck. Now, at 40 and a parent of teenagers, I realize how lucky I was. Randy, you were my teen idol. You have remained so through the years. Anyway, last week, my Mom called me from the store to tell me that it had just closed and missed Randy by about 90 minutes. They spent the night in town and went the next morning. She called to ask what I wanted from there. The lady who helped them was so sweat and friendly. I am sure my mom went on and on about how I was Alabama and Randy's greatest fan. While they had not planned to, she insisted that they go through the museum ( without charge) so that my dad could get pictures for me. She gave them a map to your farm so that they could get more pictures for me. My parents knew that they were in my Mecca and wished I could be there. The friendly lady did all that she could to help them take it all home for me. She even gave them Inspirational CD when she learned that they were not Alabama fans (burned out form hearing my records years ago), they did like Gospel. They loved it! They didn't get the lady's name, but wanted to thank her again.
All love and thanks,
Vicki from Ohio

Hey, I have love the group, Alabama, and I have enjoyed their music since their first song, and love you guys so much also wanted to say you rock RANDY thank you for making Nashville Stars more enjoyable didn't hurt the eyes at all after all these years your number one fan.
Teresa Miller in Bear Creek, Alabama

Hi my name is kim and i just wanted to let you know that my fiancee has been a fan of yours for a long time.
His name is Michael and he comes from Stone Mountain in Georgia he has been in Australia now for 44 years and is a cab driver we call eighteen wheeler our prayer because we do not live together this songs and all your others keeps us going when we are apart.he has not been home for 9 years and misses it terribly.
the last time he was home was for his mommas funeral i know y'all do not send out emails i am writing from Australia and was wondering if you could just send him a howdy on my email thank you i would really appreciate it keep rolling on Alabama you are the greatest!!!!!!!!

To Alabama,
I have been a big fan of yours for as long as I can remember. And I've had the great honor of seeing you live in concert just two times (not enough if you ask me). Both times I will never forget. Your songs have hit home with me on many occasions. Expecially the song "Close Enough to Perfect", It's a song that I hold dear to my heart, becuse it seems like you wrote it about my wife and I. And I thank you for that. I had heard a rumor that you may be getting back together for another album. I hope it is true, because you are missed. I truly believe, hands down you are the greatest country band ever.
Roll On!
Jeremy Payne
Lexington, Ky

Dear Tedddy Genty
It was fun to have you at The Manchester Cracker Barrel. I was touched at how open you were. I know a musican life is exausting It is refreshing to meet people that are grateful for their lives.
Thankyou for your music,
Liz( the waitress at the register)

Hi Randy Teddy Jeff &Mark hope you and your families are doing well and hope you and your familes had a great easter I just received my fan club membership package on Monday the 24th. Glad that you guys are staying busy. Randy you looked great on the grand ole opry on feb 23rd and dancing around on the stage I like your haircut. I wished I can make it down in june for fan day but I won’t be able too hope I can make in down at fan day in 2009 randy my husband I will come down to the cape code ma and see you in concert in august with your other band take care god bless you guys and your families too.
From your fan gayle r whitney, new hampshire

I just wanted to write and let you know that Christmas at my house wouldn't be the same without your album (yes,album) playing in the background. Daddy introduced us to the magic of Alabama when we were very young and the Alabama Christmas record is as much a tradition as the tree. My sister and I are both married and live away from our parents now, but every year, there's at least the one constant-- each of our houses has "Thistlehair" in the background from Thanksgiving until Christmas day, and Christmas Eve and morning that's the soundtrack at our parents' house. I just know that tradition will be passed on to my niece. Thank you for the wonderful memories!
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Meagan Moncus England

Hello !
I just wanted to ask you to please post somewhere on the website about the new Alabama Videos that were just added to iTunes !
I have been waiting forever for them to get some Alabama videos and they finally got 5 of them and I know everyone will want to download them too !
The 5 are: High Cotton; God Must Have Spent A Little More Time On You; She And I; How Do You Fall In Love; There's No Way
I hope they will be getting even more...It would be terrific if they got all the Alabama Videos !
Thanks !
Roger

Hey Guys, My family and I wanted you to know you have been fans of ours from the beginning of your careers. I took my children to see you when they were little, something they still talk about. But the biggest thing that is so dear to all of my family was when our Dad passed away March 7th, 2007. He was a retired trucker, a job he had for 51 years. We played “Roll On” as the last song at his funeral, and then we had him taken to the cemetary on the back of a Big Rig. Someone built a platform that sit on the back of the truck for his casket to sit on. We knew he was right at home on the back of that truck going to his final resting place. Thank you for all the wonderful music you have made over the years. There will never be another group that can top you guys. THANKS!!!!!
Theresa Apperson & family
Ripley, Tennessee

AM LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING EVERY ONE IN JUNE.I WANT TO THANK RANDY FOR GOING BACK ON THE ROAD. I KNOW THAT THIS IS HARD ON KELLY AND I KNOW THAT SHE HAD TO AGREE WITH HIS DECISION SO FOR THAT I WANT TO SEND HER A SPECIAL THANK YOU. 1WANT TO THANK THE OWEN FAMILY FOR ALL THE COOK-OUTS AND FUN TO HAVE BY ALL AT THEIR FARM IN JUNE AND I HEAR THAT THIS JUNE IS GOING TO BE EVEN BETTER. I AM TRULY THE ALABAMA BAND #1 FAN .I ATTENDED 350 CONCERTS AND ALL THE JUNE JAMS AND NOT ALL THE FAN APPRECIATION BUT WHAT MY HEALTH WOULD ALLOW I THINK I ATTENDED 8.THANKS TO ALL THE BOYS FOR ALL THE GOOD MUSIC THAT THEY GAVE THE WORLD.
THEIR #1 FAN JANIS FROM FL.

alabama I love your songs Mountain Music Song of the South, and some others. I have some of them on my MP3 player. I love you guys so much!!
Candice Reynolds
Clayton, Ga

HI Guys. My name is A.J. I’ve been a country music fan & a fan of yours since the late 1970’s. I can’t believe it’s only been 4 years since you came off the road. I saw you every time you came to S. Fla. Besides being a fan, I am a mobile DJ & love playing your music anytime my clients request country music. Is there any chance of you guys doing a small tour down the road.
I know you haven’t broken up. So, it wouldn’t be a reunion tour. Randy, might your new solo album lead to some touring ? As June is a very busy month for us with weddings & graduations, getting away to Ft. Payne for your festival would be a MAJOR sacrifice. Thanx for your many year of great songs & very entertaining concerts. Alabama certainly is 1 of the greatest musical groups of all time / any genre. You’re definitely my favorite & my wife’s.
Take Care guys. A.J. – Miramar, Fl.

Two years ago the Gunn family played your song "Pictures and Memories" during our dad's funeral service. We live in Denver, Colorado and just wanted to let you know that we are big fans or yours and how much comfort your song gave us.
James Gunn and Family

Hi Guys....
I have been playing in bands here in Western Kentucky for the last 25 or 30 years and in all the places that I have played, when the people get a little lazy or just don't want to get up and dance, me and the boys just go into one of our many Alabama songs and the dance floor fills up like water in a rain barrel. Fast or slow, NOBODY can pass up an Alabama song...
Thanks for makin' my life better for so long..............
Larry Cunningham
Madisonville, Ky.

Was excited to be able to go to the Alabama Theatre and watch Randy in concert. It was great and as usual Randy poured his whole heart in his performance. I was a little disappointed that Jeff, Teddy, Mark, Dino and Larry were not there but I would like to compliment the new band and their energy. It was uplifting. Congratulations Randy on your new songs. Hope to see you in the Northern States one of these days.
BARBARA, Montgomery, New York

I grew up in Fort Payne and miss it very much. When I was in the eighth grade at Ft. Payne Middle I finished the year and my parents got back together. Unfortunately that meant moving to Birmingham. That was almost eight years ago. I just turned twenty one and me and my girlfriend are thinging of marryiogn and moving to Ft. Payne. I may have had to go to a Birmingham high school, but I always have and always will consider myself a Fort Payne Wildcat. I saw the video for "I'm Not That Way Anymore" for the first time the other day on cmt.com and it touched my heart and I almost cried. Keep up the good work guys and GO Cats!
Jared Johnson

Hi Randy Teddy Jeff & Mark. My husband and I went down to cracker barrel had super there I pick up the Alabama cd we went to florida for 4 weeks for vacation it was great weather just got back home to new Hampshire at 12am on Thursday morning we came though dc it was snowing and foggy other then that it was nice all the way home. Can’t wait to see you all in june. Love ya all
from your fan gayle r whitney . new hampshire

I have been a huge fan of the band for almost 30 years. But I can't figure out why you took that picture from the Box Set and airbrushed Mark Herndon's picture out for the new live album. Especially because he plays on all the songs. You guys make good music but some only an idiot would think that there is an Alabama without Mark Herndon. Come on guys. Get your senses and have a real re-union tour.
Frank

WOW! Was fortunate enough to see Randy perform at the Alabama Theatre Saturday and what a show it was!!!!! It was seeing the Randy of years past: relaxed, happy, energetic and very entertaining. He still has his amazing voice and can still make the ladies swoon (was there ever any doubt?) He was kind enough to hold a "Meet and Greet" following the show too. It really made me miss the "complete Alabama band" though as it just wasn't the same without Teddy and Jeff. The new CD will be FANTASTIC and if you have the opportunity to see Randy in concert, you will not be disappointed.
Also, there was a gentleman in line after me with a service dog that had located a missing little girl a while back that Randy wanted a picture of the dog. I made 3 of Randy with the dog. I would like to send them to the gentleman that owned the dog if possible. I did not get his name/address. So if anyone has information, please email me at: hollyjonichols@yhaoo.com
Holly Nichols, Mount Airy

It was awesome seeing Randy at the 92.5 radio concert Monday 2/18/08 in Southington CT. His voice is better than ever and the crowd was so excited to have Randy entertain us and bring back that "Alabama" atmosphere to a concert. Everyone was clapping and singing along with every song. We are so glad you are back singing and recording even if all the Alabama guys aren't with you, but we do miss them. At the end of the concert you captured everyone's attention when you sang your new song "Braid My Hair". It is a remarkable song and I can only wish and pray that the words become true for children with life threatening illnesses. You are a wonderful person and thank you for getting Country music and its fans involved with St. Jude's Hospital. It is our pleasure to donate to St. Jude's and hope for a cure. Randy you are the BEST. Keep up the good work and please plan another concert in Connecticut real soon. Looking forward to your new CD, I play your new song "Braid My Hair" everyday as well as I pray for the sick children that God will be with them. Love to you and all the other Alabama boys.
Joanie Carley - Shelton CT

Hi Randy,
We really enjoyed your wonderful show at the Alabama Theatre last Saturday night. Your new haircut makes you look like Randy of old and looking good! See you at the farm in June.
Fans forever,
Sharon & Linda
from the Carolinas

morning and happy valentines day to yall of yall hope yall have a good day teddy hope you had a good birthday and stay healthy . Randy cant wait to hear that new CD
Phenix Moving & Storage

Hello,
My name is Jeffrey Privette, I've been listening and seeing ALABAMA at the York Fair in York, Pennsylvania for years. I just want to let you know that I still listen to you everyday. I really miss watching you at the York Fair. Mom told me when I was younger, one year at the fair I had run up to the stage and looked up at Randy Owen. I loved all of your songs, especially Roll On, 40 Hour Week, Mountian Music, God must have spent a little more time on you, and a lot more of your songs.
Thank you,
Jeffrey Privette

hi i have seen you twice in my life when you were in clearfied county fair to years in a row and i have been a fan even be for that i hope all is well with all of you and good going on your music its great i have almost all of your albums. and i still try to buy them when i can aford them.ps thanks 4 a great performance and music
your fan
rich w

Randy, Teddy, Jeff, and Mark: just wanted to say that I have been a LONG TIME FAN of the group, growing up, a friend of mine allways associated me with Randy, because she was a fan just like I was at the time. I just wanted to say that if you guys ever get back together and come back out on tour, I would really love to get to drive one of the trucks, as I was a driver on Reba's tour in 98. have a great 08 guys
Ben

Happy & Healthy 2008 to Randy, Teddy, Jeff & Mark! I just received the schedule for the Oregon Jamboree and was ELATED to see that Randy will be there on Saturday August 2nd. I have 3rd row seats and I can't wait to see you back in Oregon. I love your new song and am anxiously waiting the release of the CD.
Vicki Z
Hermiston OR

A tribute, using Alabama's "Angels Among Us,"to the four Luong children who died at Dauphin Island Bridge and to the selfless people who kept searching until all our Alabama Angels were home.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=976VNRqn1Bk
Ashlea Singleton

Oh my gosh, I have goose bumps just listening to the new CD. Randy just the little you did on the video makes me have chills all over. I will without a doubt buy this one.
"Hill, Nancy G."

Randy,
Your new single, "Braid My Hair" has really inspired me. Not only do I love the song, but the stories that have been submitted on your website in relation to the song are so touching. Its amazing the effect it has on families and children across the nation. Thank you for supporting St. Judes and the children of the world. Simply amazing, this song will have an ever lasting effect!
Truly touched,
Allison
North Carolina

HI GUYS,
MY NAME IS CAROL ! I LOVE LISTENING TO YOUR MUSIC, I AM SO HOOKED ON IT. THE REASON IS BECAUSE YOU GUYS ARE AWSOME. MY STEPFATHER WAS FROM GADSDEN ALABAMA, HE PASSED AWAY DUE TO LUNG CANCER, BUT HIS FAMILY DOWN THERE ARE STILL CLOSE TO US. WE JUST LOVE THEM, I GET DOWN THERE AND DON,T WANT TO COME BACK TO COLUMBUS OHIO. I HATE IT !! HE IS BURIED DOWN THERE, THEN IN NOVEMBER 2007 HIS BROTHER PASSED AWAY ALSO. I JUST LOVE YOU GUYS !! I PLAY YOUR MUSIC OVER AND OVER .. WHEN MY STEPFATHER WAS ALIVE, WE WENT YOUR CLUBHOUSE IN FORT PAYNE. IT WAS AWSOME ! !
LOVE YOU GUYS,
CAROL
COLUMBUS OHIO

Hi Randy,
I just purchased your new single Braid My Hair what an awesome song. Just when I thought things couldn't get any better in your career, you come up with this. What a talent you are. I can't wait to buy the album. I hope you would tour somewhere close to Pittsburgh Pa because I would love to come to one of your shows. Thank you for all the great, inspiring music.
Shirley Bonazzoli
Ellsworth, PA

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TEDDY!!! Hope you have a wonderful birthday. I really miss watching you guys live!
The new "Alabama The Last Stand CD" is awesome. It brings back memories of the Farewell Tour. I saw you all in Charlotte, NC; Tampa, FL; Jacksonville, FL AND Daytona Beach, Fl at the Dale Earnhardt Tribute Concert. All concerts were wonderful, of course!
I miss you guys!
Kim Pitcock
Jacksonville, FL

Hello Randy, Mark, Teddy & Jeff. I was just wanting to say hello and to wish Teddy Gentry a Happy Birthday 11days after mine on January 22nd. Well, I am looking forward to getting "The Last Stand" and also the "Braid My Hair" CD. Well, thank you very much for all the wonderful music.
Your #1Fan in Salem, WV
Corrina Roach

First let me begin by saying that I have been a fan of Alabama for as long as I can remember. You guys still rock! I actually got to see you in the early 90's at the Alltel Pavilion in Raleigh, NC. Kenny Chesney opened up for you all and it was just an awesome show. My brother once sang "Old Flame" at a high school talent show and told our mom not to attend because he'd be too nervous. She sneaked in, of course, not realizing how well he could sing. Needless to say, he never had a problem with girls after that.
kwoodsm

Teddy,
Have a great birthday! Wishing you a happy, healthy 2008.
Patty

I read that Randy will be doing a new CD. He said he decided too after doing a few tours with his “new band” and he thought the fans would be interested. Randy most of the songs you played were BAMA songs and we loved them. But we die hard fans will certainly buy your CD. Sorry to hear that Jeff and his new partner are no longer together anymore. I also saw a picture of Teddy with Emerson Drive, did he have a part in their beautiful song “Moments”? I guess he is doing more then raising prize cattle. I guess it just goes to show that Randy, Jeff, Teddy and Mark are meant to be together.
"Hill, Nancy G."

I again heard your song '40 hour week' on the radio last night. It is one of my favorites. I started to think..what if you did something like that with the same tune but in honour of our fighting men and women who keep us free. Something like "this is for the one who drives the tank keeping us free, this is for the combat medic who helps the wounded, this is for the signal oporater who keeps us in touch...you work for us, America, to help keep us free". I don't know. Just a thought.
Thanks and God Bless.
jlincke1044

First saw you in Stockton, Ca. in 1985. Loved y'all. I don't think there is a bad song you do at all. High Cotton is probably my favorite. I do love Song of the South and Cheap Seats, too. And anything fast. Take care and God bless you.
Dewey
Idaho Falls, Id (formerly of Roanoke, Va.)

HI RANDY OWENS WE HAVE LOVED YOUR MUSIC FOR OVER 20 YRS. MY BROTHER INLAW 11YR OLD SON LOVED YOUR MUSIC ALSO. HE WAS KILLED IN A 4WHEELER AXIDENT IN HIS BACK YARD HE WAS A PASSENGER ON THE 4WHEEL. HE RECIVED SEVERE HEAD ENGERYS. HE PASSED ON 1/8/2008 . HIS NAME IS MICHEAL DAVID LONG. HE FAVORITE SONG WAS BORN COUNTRY HE PLAYED IT ALL THE TIME. THEY HAD IT PLAYED AT HIS FUNERAL SATURDAY 1/12/2008.
THANKS
RANDY HUGHES

Randy,
I am thrilled that your solo album will soon be available. However, I wish it had a guestbook and videos such as this site. As it does not, I am asking for a schedule of your up comming tour. I need to make plans to get to the nearest to me. Randy, I have another request. Please write an autobiographic book. As your greatest fan, I know several facts about you and the band's history, but I crave more. You are a writer. You are a wonderfully talented writer with rich life experiences. Please, use your talent to share yourself to us. I want to hear details...specific incidents...how everything made you feel. You have expressed yourself through music for years. Please keep the music coming and start that book!
All my love,
Vicki Tanner
Ohio

HAY THERE GUYS, MY NAME IS JASON AND I HAVE BEEN A BIG FAN FOR A VERY LOMG TIME. MY BIG DREAM WAS THAT SOME DAY I WOULD BE ABLE TO MEET YOU ALL. AND HOPE THAT I COULD DRIVE ONE OF THE TRUCKS FOR YOU I REAMBER GOING AND SEEING YOU IN PHOENIX AZ WHEN YOU CAME IN THE LATE 80,S AND 90'S I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A BIG FINE. MAYBE ONE DAY I WILL GET TO GO THROUGH FT PAYNE AND STOP BUY. NOW THAT I DRIVE TRUCK. AND I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO SEAT DOWN AND TALK SHOP ON SOME FAMLY HISTORY. IF THAT WOULD BE COOL. ANY WAY YOU GUY ARE THE BEST. I REALLY ENJOY THE BOX SET YOU PUT OUT I REALLY LOVE IT
THAX
JASON

Woo-hoo!! New music from Randy! Can't wait to get my hands on that CD this Spring. Just got goosebumps reading about "Braid My Hair"- to benefit St.Jude. What a blessing Randy and everyone involved in this project (and so many others) have been to these kids. This is what being a real "star" is all about.
Anxiously awaiting The Alabama Theater performance, in Myrtle Beach, February 16 and the new cd!
Proud to be an Alabama fan,
Tanya Phillips
Canton, Ga.

Just picked up my copy of the latest CD today at Cracker Barrel, and I was surprised to see that Mark Hernden is not pictured with the rest of the band. Is there a reason why he is not pictured.
Richard Schwartz

Guys I am a lifelong ALABAMA fan and have been for many years.I am 29 years old now and I can still remember being a little boy growing up in eastern Kentucky and listiening to the eight track "ROLL ON" in my daddys truck every time when went somewhere.Your music is so specieal to me and I enjoy it a little bit more every time I here it and I listen to it a lot.It never gets old.I got the chance to meet you guys for the first time in 2006 at fan apperciation day at Fort Payne ,AL. and the one thing that has stuck with me from that day is how real your music is.Your songs really do relate to where you guys come from, and how you grew up ,and how proud you are of Fort Payne and never forgetting where you came from.You guys truly are down to earth good old country boys.Thanks so much for all the many great years of TRUE country music...........
Shannon Helton Columbia,Tennessee

hello there just want to say me and my husband were in ft. paune. 28-29 Dec,. and is just beautiful the older lady that works in the gift shop is supper nice she was a big help miss hearing yall sing together just be safe and have a good time. and healthy.
Linda grogg/Phenix city,al

TO THE GUYS IN ALABAMA I HAVE NEVER WRITTEN TO ANY GROUP SINCE BEING A TEEN AGER. WE, AS A FAMILY HAVE MANY OF YOUR CD’S BUT OUR MOST FAVORITE IS YOUR CHRISTMAS CD AND ESCPECIALLY “THISTLE HAIR THE CHRISTMAS BEAR”. FOR MY CHILDREN AND MYSELF THAT ALWAYS SIGNALED THE BEGINNING OF THE HOLIDAYS. I COULD HEAR THAT TUNE BEING PLAYED OVER AND OVER AGAIN THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAY SEASON. TWO YEARS AGO MY SON WAS KILLED BY A NEGLIGENT DRIVER RIGHT AFTER CHRISTMAS SINCE THAT TIME WE HAVE NOT CELEBRATED CHRISTMAS. FOR US THE WORLD STOPPED AND DID NOT RESTART. MY SON CAME ALIVE AT CHRISTMAS AS WE ALL DID AND EVEN TODAY IT IS JUST NOT RIGHT,BUT THIS YEAR WE FOUND YOUR CD AND PLAYED “THISTLE HAIR AND SANG IT LOUD FOR MY SON TO HEAR IN HEAVEN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR BEAUTIFULL MUSIC.
Tammy Lojacono

I Tried to get this out to you on your birthday, but I have a new computer, and for the life of me, I don'y know how to use it, anyway, hope you had a wonderful birthday
Donna

Well ALABAMA fans, my local country station WMZQ took a survey as to who got the listeners into country music. You guessed it ALABAMA. I was always a country music fan, but the minute I heard Mountain Music I couldn’t get enough of Randy, Jeff, Teddy and Mark. I still get goose bumps when I hear their music. It will never grow old. Roll on ALABAMA!!!
"Hill, Nancy G."

Happy New Year, ALABAMA!
Hey Randy, in your "Hello from Randy" in the Fan Club newsletter, you mentioned that you had been to NC, SC, GA, TN; VA, MS, WVA, KY, AR, and MO. However, in this "alphabet soup," you forgot PA!
Please don't forget PA again after your concert at Lancaster in July!
Kathy Egan

Hi,
Just wanted to say I hope all of Alabama and their families had the best Christmas and hope you have the best New year.
Debbie in Blythe

Hey Bama Boys.
I am a long time fan and just wanted to wish the boys a very happy new year and to thank you for all the years of the best country music on the planet. I am just finding it weird to enter another year without you guys pumping out another number one hit and those unmistakable harmonies. Looks like more play from your greatest hits CD"s
Rockin Ron

Randy, Mark, Teddy, & Jeff,
Happy New Year! I hope 2008 brings you and your families health and happiness.
Patty

Hi Randy Teddy JEFF & MARK hope you and your families had a good Christmas and a great new years In 2008 Teddy happy birthday on January 22 enjoy it with your family and grandchildren hope to see you all at fan day Alabama will always be in your hearts of your fans. Hope all of the fans had a good Christmas and a nice new years take care god bless I love you all
from your fan
gayle r whitney, new hampshire

Hi,
I just wanted to tell you that I think I have the youngest Alabama fan in the world at my house. My 2 year old son loves Alabama. Every time we go anywhere in our Jeep he asks me to play "Alabama." We were just having lunch and he started singing "Home Town Honeymoon." It was hilarious. My husband and I could not believe it. I just wanted to tell you that Alabama will also be alive in our house. Thanks for the great songs!
Sincerely,
Cherie in Parsonsfield Maine.

Hey everyone,
Just wanted to get word out to the fellow fans that according to our local newspaper, Randy is scheduled to come to Lancaster, Pa. on July 10th. Sooo looking forward to seeing you and your band again, Randy!! Happy New Year to all !!
Cindy M.
Columbia, Pa.

Joy! Hope you all had a joyous and loving Christmas! Randy, How do you still look and sound so good with each passing birthday? Your Christmas albums have charged our home with spirit of family, love, and hope. Thank you for that gift to us all.
Love,
Vicki, OH

Just wondering if the fans will ever get an official statement from the band on why Mark's pic isn't on the LAST STAND cd? Through all the years they always said that ALABAMA will always be the 4 of them, but yet now it seems to be getting really confusing. WIsh you all the best for the New Year!
Troy

hey just wanted to say you guys are awesome.. yall are my favorite band ever and i would die to see yall in concert.. yall rock!
Martin Guthrie

Hello, my name is Nelson Peraza from Caracas – Venezuela. I just heard the song “Happy birthday Jesus” from the album “Alabama Christmas II”, what a beautiful song!!! I got very happy with it, and I would like to ask if you may send me through e-mail the music (accords) for guitar.
Thanks in advance,
Nelson
Ing. Nelson Peraza Marín
Especialista Hipotecario
Unidad Centro Hipotecario

Dear Alabama Band,
I just wanted to write to you and tell you that I am one of your biggest fans. I love your style of singing and I just plain love you all as a group. I think you are the best there is. I just purchased your last CD, "The Farewell Tour". I love it. You guys have a whole lot of fans out here who love and adore you. Keep up the good work.
Always a fan,
Judy A. Davis
Mesquite, Nevada

Hello again! I just want to tell Randy HAPPY BIRTHDAY and also to wish you all a MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR!! My dream was to get to go to one of your concerts and meet you in person. Well, my sister did get me tickets to your Farewell Tour but due to unfortunate circumstances I was unable to attend. On January 11th, 2008 I will be celebrating my 30th birthday. I was just hoping that maybe Randy, Mark, Teddy or Jeff could write, call or email me to wish me a Happy Birthday. That would really make my day. Even though I never got to go to any concerts or meet you in person I have and always will be a fan of yours. And as soon as I get the money I am going to get the "The Last Stand" CD.
Your #1 Fan in Salem West Virginia, Corrina Roach

hi guys just a note to say i still listen to your cds everyday and just recently purchased the cd from cracker barrell and like the others that have posted here was wondering what has happenned to mark and also in the newslett theres no notes from mark like they used to be. does anyone have any info on this or where hes at or what hes doing....just wondering and ALABAMA your the best
johnny

Hi, just wondering why Mark isn't on the cover of the Cracker Barrel CD.
Merry Christmas!
Kathy Egan

Hey Bama Boys!!!! I just purchased the Cracker Barrel CD. First, I'm so happy that some of the recordings from the Farewell Tour are finally released. Any chance that the whole concert will be released on CD or DVD? Also, I know that the pictures on the CB cd are from past cd's. Why was Mark digitally taken out of the pictures? He's as much a part of this as anyone. Oh well, as everyone else, I dearly miss you guys and hope you have a great holiday season.
Cory/Bradley, IL.

I just wanted to wish the guys a very happy holiday season. I also wanted to wish Randy a happy birthday and look forward to seeing all of the guys at Fan Day. Take care and have a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Kindest Regards,
Kevin Ammons
Enterprise, AL.

I just heard the song MAKE A MIRACLE and the DJ said it was Alabama with other guest singers. I can not find it anywhere and I NEED THAT SONG!!!!! For years I have been advocating for OUR youth, today's youth. That song is perfect. It brought me to tears and said just what my heart feels. Would someone please let me know where I can get it. Thank you, God Bless, and Merry CHRISTmas.
Kim

I just want to you let you know that every morning I listen to you sing "In the Garden" This was my mom's cd and her favorite song. My mom passed away recently from cancer and I miss her terribly. This was not the outcome we expected. Everytime I went to her house after she passed away, her cd player was set on a timer to come on. This song was on everyday. I cried every day until one day I took the cd and now I listen to it every morning. I cry but I just want to tell you that you sing it wonderfully. I just have to keep playing it over and over. I am sure my mom enjoyed listening to it all the time too. My mom was my best friend and this has been the biggest adjustment in my life. She was a wonderful woman, great mother, and grandma and she loved to sing. Thanks so much for making that great cd. I will continue to listen to it, even though I cry it helps me through the day. If you ever happen to sing this song at a concert or somewhere, please let me know as I would love to hear you sing this song in person. Thanks so much.
Paula Hoffman

Happy Birthday Randy....And Many Many More.
Love ya always.................
Trish Young

Happy Birthday, Randy! Hope you enjoyed your day. Really enjoyed your concert in York. Hope to see you next year. Randy,Jeff & Teddy Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your families.
Cindy Townsend
Pittsburgh, Pa.

Happy Birthday! Wishing you health and happiness always.
Laura Bender

Hello Randy, Hope you have a great birthday. We will see you in June. I hope you and your family has a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Tammy Norwood, SC

HAPPY BIRTHDAY RANDY!!!
May your day be filled with special memories and your heart be warmed by the love of your family, friends, and fans.
Sandy
Mobile, AL

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO RANDY OWEN
Samantha,Jacksonville, NC

Randy, we wanted to wish you, from snowy NEW YORK, a wonderful and Happy Birthday!! We hope you have a great day!!
Your fans from NY,
Tammy and Jessie

Happy Birthday Randy...Laugh lots, eat lots of cake, and by all means get some spankings!
With Love,
Your Friend,
Cindi Ellis

Happy Birthday Randy…
We still hold many ALABAMA memories close to our hearts. Hope you and your family celebrate your birthday together. Tell Kelly hello, I’m trying to get down for the concert in June. We are in the middle of our Festival Of Lights in East Peoria…. Do you remember the night we took the tour bus through ? One of my most favorite times with you all. Have a safe and wonderful holiday season.
Jeff & Lori Giebelhausen

Hey Randy.....don't know if you truly ever read this Guestbook or not...but, if you do, I join with thousands of your Central Illinois' fans in wishing you a very Happy Birthday!! Have a great day....and, all the best to you and your family. Hope to see you one day soon. Have a very Merry Christmas, and a wonderful 2008!
Dan Dermody
WIRL Radio
Peoria, Illinois

Just wanted to wish Randy a happy birthday, you are one month and two days younger than my brother. My daughter sent me the new CD from Cracker Barrel. We don't have Cracker Barrel in California. I also would like to know what Mark is doing now and why he wasn't in the picture on the cover of the CD. He is the best drummer I have ever heard in any music genre. Randy, I saw a picture of you with your hair cut shorter, sure looks better and now we can see that handsome face better. I also want to wish all of the Alabama family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. May be have Peace on Earth in the new year. Tell Potts hi from Bakersfield.
Chris Hess
Bakersfield, CA.

Hey Randy, Happy Birthday on December 13th. You were awesome at the york fair. Sure do hope to see you very soon again in Pa. Your concert was the best. You have a really good band too. I listen the the alabama cd's all the time.You will always be my favorite. Have a good one!!
Brenda Ephrata,Pa

Hello ALABAMA,
I’m Dallas Fox and attached are two images that I just took after finding this LP you all did as Wildcountry when you first started. I was a Consulting Engineer in Bowling Green, KY in 1975/1976 and I resided in my motor home at the rear of the Red Carpet Inn when I first met you all. My family would visit me from Dayton, Ohio from time to time and we all enjoyed your music. My two daughters and my wife fell in love with you all. Anyway you autographed this old album and I guess changing the name of your band was a catalyst to your long term success. I’m retired now and living in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
Thanks for all the years of great music.
Dallas Fox

happy birthday Randy hope you and your family are doing good and have a good christmas and happy new year that also goes for every one else in the band. sur do miss yall wish yall would all get back together again well agin have a merry christmas and happy new year
Linda Grogg/ Phenix City,Al

Dear Alabama,
First and foremost, thank you, for all your years of devotion and hard work, to the fans and your music alike. I can hear one of your songs and be magically transported back home from whereever I may be at the time. I wanted to take just a few moments of your time to ask if you will be doing another Songs of Inspiration album (those are my favorites), if so how soon will it be available for the fans. Secondly I have written a song for my Granddaddy and would love for you to hear and possibly consider it for a future recording. I have recently visited your museum in Fort Payne and it charged my battery(old Jerry Clower saying) to hear that Randy had once sung with his father, mother and two sisters in a gospel group. Please relay this question to Mr. Owen if you can: "Which three characters from the Dukes of Hazzard were also on the Andy Griffith Show (here's a hint one traded his guitar for a badge, one traded his jug for a pitch fork and the other went from a mayor to a doctor) I won't take up any more of your time after so many years on the road you deserve to have your time with your family. Who knows ,perhaps, if we can't talk again, on this side of the river, maybe we can meet ,on the other, and spend a few thousand years basking, in the warmth, of our Saviour's love. Have a Merry Christmas and a Blessed New Year!!!
God Bless,
WilliamRaines

I wanted to wish all of the Alabama Band family a wonderful holiday season. I also just purchased your new CD from Cracker Barrel. And I was also wondering why, as Patrick recently asked and posted, why Mark is not pictured on the back of the CD? If anyone could answer that, I think many of us would appreicate it. Good luck with the Christmas for Kids party today!
Susan in Michigan

I had to take a moment and send a message. While around the "water cooler" discussing our favorite Christmas songs, I told someone my absolute favorite is "Santa Claus - I Still Believe in You." They laughed at me because as I told them about the song I got a bit misty. (I'm known for being pretty emotional over the silliest things.) So, I found the lyrics and sent them to everyone in the office. The lyrics brought lots of smiles and nods…and a few tears. I'm sure I don't know the story behind the song, but folks our age, with children, sure do understand every single word.
May God continue to bless you and your families.
Reva O. Ramey

Hi Randy Teddy Jeff & MARK I would like to wish all of the Fans a Merry Christmas and a nice new years in 2008.
Love ya’’ all
from your Alabama Fan Gayle R Whitney, New Hampshire.

Dear Alabama:
I love the new CD "The Last Stand" but don't understand why Mark Herndon's picture was not on the back of the CD. It is like The Beatles leaving John Lennon's picture off one of their albums. But regardless, it brings tears to my eyes to hear the four members of one of the greatest bands in country music history once again playing music for their fans. And Mark, the fans know that it will always take 4 musicians to be Alabama. Thanks.
Patrick

My son, Randy A Owen got a kick out of seeing his name and all the websites with "Randy Owen" on it. He's 9 years old.
Randy Owen GA

Dear Alabama
First of all, thank you for taking a minute to read my letter. My family and I have enjoyed your music so much over the years. I don’t think that there was a song that you all put out that I didn’t love. You’re album Roll On was the first CD I ever owned and is still one of my favorites.
Kimberly Lovin

JUST WANTED TO WISH THE ENTIRE "ALABAMA" FAMILY AND FANS WARMEST HOLIDAY WISHES! COULDN'T WAIT TO GET THE LIVE FAREWELL CD!! JUST AS OTHERS MENTIONED ..IT JUST BRINGS BACK WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF THE TOUR. YOU HAVE TOUCHED SOO MANY AND CONTINUE TO SHOW LOVE AND GRATITUDE TO YOUR FANS......"THANKS FOR THE BLESSINGS" YOU HAVE GIVEN TO ALL OF US! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO RANDY!! EAGERLY AWAITING YOUR NEW CD! HELLO TO STEVE :)!!
LOTS OF LOVE,
MELISSA
FLA

Randy,
Just wanted to wish you a very happy birthday!!! Also, thanks again for coming to the York fair back in September. You were awesome!!! Loved ya as much as ever.
Cindy M.
Columbia, Pa.

Hello~
My name is Dallas. I am 14 years old and a big fan of your music. My mom, Lynne, is also a fan. I just wanted to tell all of you that the song "Angels Among Us" is possibly one of the greatest songs ever.Every time we hear that song, we think of my grandmother who died a few years ago. Every word in that song relates to her and the words that you have written are true. My mom and I believe in angels, and we believe my grandmother watches over us every day. My mom hears that song and cries every time.
Thank you for the words and music.
Dallas Bouge

Hi there,
My name is Vicki Jenkins from Pocatello, ID. I just felt I should thank you for the song 'Angels among us". Every Thanksgiving weekend for the past seventeen years, we have a fireworks show and chili feed at our local fairgrounds. The cost of admission is a new toy for the needy children in our community. At the end of the fireworks, just before the grand finale, we play your song and through the years it has become the theme song of this event. There are around two thousand people swaying and singing (alot of them with tears, including myself) and it is absolutely moving to see all these people coming out into the cold for this cause. I have been the organizer all these years and I will continue until I can pass it on to my children & grandchildren.
Thank You for the warm, giving feeling you have added to this event!
Vicki Jenkins & the "Christmas in the Night Time Skies" crew

I met you guys in Prattville, Alabama at a concert you were putting on and was able to get my special son back stage to meet you. Randy Owens, you changed my life forever, You told me that I was the most beautiful lady that you have ever meet. As long as I live, I will always remember that and what it means to me!!!
I just wanted to say “Thank you”. After two not so great marriages, I needed that vote of confidence.
Thanks again,
Kathy

I purchased “The Last Stand” on Friday. It brings back wonderful memories from the Farewell concerts that I attended in Atlanta, Maryville and Tallahassee. Thanks for the memories of the last 27 years and for the wonderful c.d.
Luann Daniels

Does anyone know where I can find a performance track with just the music to the Christmas song Joseph and Mary's Boy. I love to listen to that song during the Christmas season. My husband sings and I want him to sing this song at chruch soon. If you can be any help please e-mail me at the following address: voliver@nlamerica.com
Thanks,
Vic

Hi Randy Teddy Jeff & Mark I would like to wish the fan club staff a merry Christmas and a great new years and your families too glad that everyone staying well though the holidays. You guys will always be the best band and the fans will always like your music and we will always love you guys. Glad that you guys are doing well and your family too. Take care love you guys from your Alabama fan
gayle r whitney, new Hampshire.

Dear Alabama,
My father and I just loved your song Angels Among Us. We were the only two out of 8 siblings that knew this. Well last December 7th my father died in front of my mother .I never got to say good-bye my heart is so crushed and broken. My father had cancer and coronary artery disease. Well i drove 3 hours to my parents house and when i got there, the phone rang when I opened my parents house door, it was my younger sister she was crying and said can she bring the song "Angels Among Us" to dads funeral, all I could do is drop to my knees and cryed. We played that song and I sang it for my daddy who was only 50 years old. I will always cherish that song and I cherish you all for such a beautiful song. I want to thank you for all you do for people and may god bless your band . Have a blessed holiday because there are truly Angels Among Us.
Nancy K. Dominiak

Hello Randy,Teddy,Jeff & Mark,
As of today I have rejoined the Alabama Fan Club. I finally made it to Fort Payne and visited the gift shop. The lady that works there was so nice and pleasant to talk to. I think I could have stayed there all day. Of course we talked about the Boys in the Band. The good ole days. Back in the 80's, all the concerts, Fanfare in Nashville. It's so sad that they are no longer touring. But thier families deserves to have them home. They gave up thier home life for us, the fans. We will miss the Boys. But now it's time for them to enjoy thier life with family. So, thanks to Randy's wife & family, Teddy's family, Jeff's family and Mark's family.
God bless you all and Christmas is right aroud the corner, so Merry Christmas to all in Fort Payne, Alabama.
Kathy Woods-----Acwoth, GA

Goodness, its that time of the year already. I wanted to get an early, "MERRY CHRISTMAS" TO THE "BOYS IN THE BAND"
God Bless all your families and all your adoring fans. PLEASE, remember the real reason for Christmas.
Naneha Lee, Mena AR------------------------------------------------------------------------

Last week I purchased the new CD at Cracker Barrel, & I just wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed this version of some old favorites! Listening to the CD took me back to the 6 Farewell Tour concerts I attended in several southern states. In fact, I was actually at the Tupelo, MS show where several of the songs on the CD were recorded. I could almost close my eyes & pretend I was there again in the audience, smiling & singing along at all those great concerts...what a happy memory that was! The new CD is indeed a tribute to those special Farewell shows that you guys gave us, the fans, & will become yet another treasured favorite (& yes, I do have every single CD you ever released!). We still miss you & hope that you are enjoying your "retirement"!! Happy Holidays to the best group ever!
Jill Meeks, Woodstock, Georgia

Randy, Teddy, Jeff and Mark........Just wanted to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving....Love and miss you all.......
Trish Young Easley SC

hi Randy just wanted to wish you and your family a happy thanksgiving
Linda Grogg

Hi Guys !!! You are and always will be the best Country Band there ever was or is. I can't thank you guys enough for all the (GREAT MEMORIES) I have of you. God Bless you !!! I was at the old Dating Lounge in 1979 on N.Dixie Dr.in Dayton Ohio when you drove the old Van right before Tenn. River hit it big.
Cecil Musick in Dayton Ohio

Just wanted to say that I love listening to the new "Live" cd from the Farewell Tour. Thank you for finding a way to get the music to us. You will always be #1 in the hearts of your fans.
Carolyn

I was listening to our local Country radio station 92.5 from Hartford CT today and they mentioned that Alabama was going to release their first CD in three years and it can be purchased at Cracker Barrel Restaurants exclusively. Please let the Alabama "fans" know when the CD will be out. They said it had a number of Alabama previously recorded songs on it along with 4 new songs they used in their "Farewell Tour". I know Alabama fans can hardly wait to have a new CD from the boys. I love all my Alabama albums/CD's and never get tired of listening to them. The 'Songs of Inspiration" CD's are amazing. I look forward to any music from Alabama. Please let us know when we can look for Randy's CD. The "Fans" want more Alabama.
Joan Carley - Alabama fan for life - Shelton CT

(Ed's note: I'm posting this in hopes one of you readers will contact Pepper and make a deal)

I followed a band (They were known as Wild Country) from Alabama that always performed at the Bowery in Myrtle Beach. During one of the Summers in the mid 70's, I as always went to the Beach during the time(s) that the band would be performing. While at the Bowery and talking with all of the band members before they started playing, Randy said he would be right back. He came "right back" and gave me something. A Wild Country Album. He said it was their first album and was dedicated to loyal fans and since he had seen my face during every appearance, he even remembered my name, he wanted me to have a copy. I remember a comment he made when he gave me the LP and I quote, "We're just a little band from Alabama but someday we'll be big". Little did we both know. My reason for now trying to obtain some monetary value for this album is completely unselfish. I run a pet rescue and care facility and have for some 20 years. I have never received any profit for my animal ministry but find now that I need to liquidate whatever is of value in order to survive and continue to do what I believe I was meant to do. I have worked for 30+ years (as an accountant and office manager), but keep finding myself unemployed. I, as of today, have employment but it is a part time position with a low wage. I am thankful that I have a job but desperately need additional monies to help keep my home ( I am purchasing my "duoble wide paridise") that is also home to 17 permanent members of my animal family. As a personal note, I have rescued, fostered and placed in loving homes over 425 various animals over the past 8 years.
To be honest I am 55 years old, single with no siblings or children, my parents now reside in Heaven; and I am completely alone except for God, my animal friends and very few human (most don't like my animals) friends.
If there is anything that you or someone within your organization can do to help, it would be an answer to Prayer. God Bless and thanks for reading this.
My name is Pepper Humphrey, Taylors, SC "pepper2@netzero.net

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