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Alabama Hint at a New Tour and Album in 2012

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Alabama said farewell to their fans seven years ago, after spending almost 30 years churning out hit after chart-topping hit, including 'Dixieland Delight,' 'Roll On (18 Wheeler)' and 'Song of the South.' But now, after making an unexpected return to the airwaves thanks to Brad Paisley's No. 1 single, 'Old Alabama,' the legendary band say they may not be finished after all.

"We're talking about doing maybe 20 shows next year," founding member Jeff Cook tells Bradenton.com. The Country Music Hall of Fame members ended their farewell tour in 2004 in the capital of North Dakota, which is a decision he still regrets. "I never felt it was right that a band called Alabama should end their career in Bismarck," he notes. "It should have ended in Birmingham or Huntsville."

The country legends say that, if they return to the stage next year, they will definitely have a new batch of tunes to perform. "I feel sure that if we do dates, we'll have a recording to go with it," Jeff reveals. Included on the new album would be the song, 'Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way,' that the three-member group recorded as part of the collaborative album, 'The Music Inside -- A Collaboration Dedicated To Waylon Jennings Vol. I,' which hit shelves in February.

If Alabama does release a new album in 2012, chances are their recent collaborative partner would be first in line to buy the CD. "More than anything, I hope this makes their iTunes songs spike a little," Brad told The Boot about his hopes for 'Old Alabama.' "They're really the coolest band we've ever had, so I'm really proud to get to be an unofficial member for a little while."

For now, fans will have to be content to listen to Brad's latest single to hear any new music from the trio. Proceeds from the song benefit the American Red Cross, to aid in tornado relief following the south's deadly storms. Download the single here.


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Felicity

I would so love to see yaw perform. My first song I learned to sing was High Cotton!!! I love every one of your songs. Got all of the memorized. I keep looking for concert dates after i heard the annoucement that you all were touring again in 2012. I hope you come to Charlotte North Carolina. My husband is a truck driver and his song is 18 wheeler roll on. Love you guys! keep up the good work!!!!

December 26 2011 at 10:40 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
siebertruckn

I hope they do another tour! That would be awesome they are the best country band ever along with brooks and dunn. To bad the new country pop rock crap aint like the 80s and 90s

June 16 2011 at 2:31 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Scooter

Oh, guys...please do a reunion tour! I am a performer who is now disabled and hoping to play again one day. Alabama was my Number One musical influence when I first started performing and are still my favorite group of all time! I have seen 120 country superstars in concert but have never gotten the opportunity to see THE Greatest Country Act Of All Time!!! I know I would bawl my butt off during the whole show but, swollen, irritated eyes for a couple of days would not be a bother but rather a souvenir from Alabama. Please, please, please keep Wisconsin in mind when you schedule the tour!!

June 09 2011 at 5:08 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Donna Hill

I hope you do get back together soon!!! you have been a godsend and an asset to the country music industry. I have been your biggest fan over the years and I want you to know you have been greatly missed

June 06 2011 at 12:22 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
BALLZMCWIZZLE

IT WOULD BE AWESOME IF THEY WOULD BRING MARK BACK AND QUIT BEING AN ASS TO HIM. YOU KNOW HES THE BEST DRUMMER YOU COULD HAVE.

June 06 2011 at 2:54 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
schloeglheide

I hope the come back with a new CD, I love their music

June 05 2011 at 9:16 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Cindy Emerson Hinton

I think it would be great if Alabama went on tour again and fantastic to have a new CD. Saw them when they first began

June 04 2011 at 9:51 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Patricia

I Love country music the day,I was born.

June 04 2011 at 6:29 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Brenda Davis

This would be awesome! It would be even better if they would return to New Brunswick, Canada..specifically Saint John, if they decide to do the tour for sure...The first visit was amazing! Sure would be nice to see them again though!

June 04 2011 at 2:15 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Shelby Horner

It would be great if they came out with a new cd. Especially if they worked with their old producer, Scott Tutt. It would be cool to hear the feel of the first two albums with them again.

June 04 2011 at 6:02 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply