The brainchild of Elektra president Jac Holzman, producer Russ Miller, and singer-songwriter Don Nix (best know for his work with The Marr-Keys, The Alabama State Troupers were originally envisioned as a traveling roadshow meant to showcase the talents of various Southern musicians who had been signed to the Elektra imprint. Among the acts to be showcased were Nix, Lonnie Mack and his band, singer Jeannie Greene (best known for her work supporting Elvis Presley). and an all star collection of sessions players dubbed the Mt. Zion Band and Choir. original plan was to include Lonnie … read more
The brainchild of Elektra president Jac Holzman, producer Russ Miller, and singer-songwriter Don Nix (best know for his work with The Marr-Keys, The Alabama State Troupers were originally envisioned as a traveling roadshow meant to showcase the talents of various Southern musicians who had be… read more
The brainchild of Elektra president Jac Holzman, producer Russ Miller, and singer-songwriter Don Nix (best know for his work with The Marr-Keys, The Alabama State Troupers were originally envisioned as a traveling roadshow meant to showcase the talents of various Southern musicians who had been signed to the Elektra imprint. Among the acts to be showcased were N… read more
