Where heritage, harmony, and heart meet

There’s a certain kind of magic that only happens in The Shoals. It’s in the air, in the rooms, and most of all, in the voices. The Shoals Sisters embody that spirit as authentically as anyone carrying the tradition forward today.

Originally comprised of Marie Lewey, Cindy Richardson Walker, and the late Ava Aldridge, the group represents a lineage of vocal excellence deeply rooted in the Shoals sound. Today, Marie Lewey and Cindy Richardson Walker carry that legacy forward, honoring Ava’s spirit while continuing to deliver the unmistakable blend that has defined the group for years.

Their connection to FAME Recording Studios runs deeper than geography. It’s musical DNA. These are voices shaped in the same ecosystem that produced some of the most enduring recordings in American music history. When The Shoals Sisters step to a microphone, they bring not just harmony, but history.

Across decades of recording sessions, The Shoals Sisters have contributed their signature harmonies to a remarkable range of artists. Their credits include work with Alicia Keys, Michael McDonald, Steven Tyler, Demi Lovato, Phish, Etta James, Candi Staton, Russell Smith, Ronnie Milsap, Patti Austin, and Percy Sledge, among many others. Whether behind the scenes or front and center, their voices have consistently been the element that elevates a record from good to unforgettable.

Each member’s individual career adds depth to the group’s identity. Ava Aldridge is remembered not only for her extraordinary voice but for the soul and spirit she brought to every session. Her legacy remains an essential part of The Shoals Sisters’ sound. Today, Marie Lewey and Cindy Richardson Walker continue to be two of the most respected session vocalists in the region. Marie brings a commanding presence and emotional depth to every performance and is especially known for her ability to craft and lead head arrangements in the studio. Cindy is widely respected for her precision, tone, and musical instinct. Together, they carry forward a vocal tradition that is both rooted and evolving.

Live, The Shoals Sisters deliver something that can’t be manufactured. It’s the interplay between voices, the phrasing, and the shared understanding that only comes from years immersed in great music. Today’s performances are both a celebration of where they’ve been and a continuation of where they’re going.

At FAME, we’ve always believed that great music comes from great people. The Shoals Sisters represent exactly that. They honor the past, carry Ava’s legacy with grace, and continue to move the Shoals sound forward with authenticity, heart, and unmistakable soul.

At FAME Recording Studios, we have always believed that great records begin with great musicians. Few embody that spirit more than Peter Levin.

Peter is one of those rare artists whose playing immediately elevates every room he walks into. A world-class keyboardist, musical director, arranger, and producer, he has built a remarkable career working alongside some of the most respected names in music while always bringing his own unmistakable touch to every session.

Many fans know Peter for his years as the longtime keyboardist and musical director for the Gregg Allman Band, where his soulful playing became an essential part of Gregg’s live sound and final touring years. His ability to blend blues, Southern rock, gospel, jazz, and deep soul made him a perfect musical partner for Gregg, helping carry forward the emotional depth and musical honesty that defined those performances.

That same authenticity is what makes Peter such a natural fit for Muscle Shoals.

At FAME, Peter has become a trusted collaborator and an extension of the family. Whether behind the piano, shaping arrangements, or helping guide a session from the producer’s chair, he brings both taste and instinct that cannot be taught. He understands how to serve the song first, and that is the heart of what we do here.

Peter has worked with an incredible range of artists throughout his career, including Blind Boys of Alabama, Chris Stapleton, The Blind Boys of Alabama, Paula Cole, Allen Stone, Marc Broussard, and countless others across genres. His versatility is matched only by his humility. He is the kind of musician other musicians trust.

More than just a player, Peter is a connector. He brings people together, builds musical chemistry quickly, and helps artists find the emotional center of a performance. In a place like FAME, where feel matters more than perfection, that gift is invaluable.

As we continue building the next chapter of music in Muscle Shoals, artists like Peter Levin remind us why this place still matters. It is not just the walls. It is the people inside them.

We are proud to call Peter Levin part of the FAME family.

And if you have ever heard him play, you already know why.