Alabama sits down with WPDE NewsChannel 15's Lisa Edge. This is the raw interview with (left to right) Jeff Cook, Randy Owen, and Teddy Gentry.
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@lundsean753 жыл бұрын
Mark Herdon was that bad boy rock image that helped Alabama be where they went in the 80's. You have to give not just the three credit but Mark credit also..
@toddgraham60062 жыл бұрын
I agree I wish they would just rehire Mark, and call him a MEMBER and partner of ALABAMA.
@beverlybrockington5546 Жыл бұрын
Very true! And they say he was just one of the boys in the band. I think he made the band alot of the times. He might not have sang but he was part of the band.
@TheBamayaker Жыл бұрын
He was as important as Ringo was for the Beatles.
@nashburnette7247 Жыл бұрын
@@toddgraham6006 ...... Randy Owen is a complete ass. Especially when he came out and said Mark was never an actual member of Alabama, but was just a hired employee. F**k you, Randy Owen. Mark Herndon was as much a member of Alabama as any of the other three were. And they screwed him.
@mvandeven11 ай бұрын
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@SalGL8 жыл бұрын
Thank everyone for loving them. Letting them do what they love for a living. My daddy is Teddy, and Jeff and Randy are my cousins. They are still out touring and a new CD coming out in September!!! Love to everyone and God Bless
@shannonmurphy65677 жыл бұрын
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@shannonmurphy65677 жыл бұрын
Sally Gentry your dad was always my favorite member of the band. I always had to have the cool white converse shoes like he always wore.
@jerrypenticuff46797 жыл бұрын
Am a musician my self love Alabama. I live in east tn didn't know they had such a beautiful relative
@Amanda021519765 жыл бұрын
That is cool Reba Randy's. Sister married my Dad's brother Verlon i miss him so much along with Vance. Rachel is also my Aunt she married my mom's brother small world
@kimrichardson235 жыл бұрын
Sally Gentry thank you for sharing them with their fans...they're all genuine people and love them very much!! God bless you!
@garylagstrom3864Ай бұрын
ALABAMA BAND: MOUNTAIN MUSIC TOUR 1982: In 1982 on the Mountain Music tour I met drummer Mark Herndon during a break of the band playing softball 🥎 against the local radio station DJ’s. I was a beginning drummer and asked him how to play the fast part on Mountain Music. He showed me with his hands on his legs explaining it was a paradiddle-diddle between the kick and snare 🥁. He said to learn it slowly listening to Ride the Train from the Feels So Right album. I’ll never forget how kind he was to a young drummer and a total stranger! I’ll always love the Alabama band!
@ShaneTelevision200010 жыл бұрын
This band brings back a ton of childhood memories. Every Christmas holiday you could hear Alabama in the background.
@SalGL11 жыл бұрын
To the real fans....I will and have always said....are the BEST FANS EVER!!!!! Teddy is my daddy, RO is my 2nd cousin, and JC is my 5th.....God Bless you ALL!!!!
@jasonpruitt4491 Жыл бұрын
These three are true examples of the American dream and never forgot they are really just farm boys from Fort Payne. They always seem so genuine and real
@lindaboudreaux14163 жыл бұрын
Actually saw them once in concert. But I used to subscribe to Music City News magazine. And with that subscription you were allowed tickets 🎟 to the Awards Show in Nashville during Fan Fair. I was lucky enough to see them every year during Fan Fair. Now it's called CMT FESTIVAL. Still love Alabama. Just came back from vacation my destination was Fort Payne. Went to the ALABAMA MUSEUM and found and drove by Randy Owen's home and took pictures. FEELS SO RIGHT. Thanks for the memories.
@mattosmond201510 жыл бұрын
The dancin on the boulevard album is fantastic, it's one of my favourites by the group.. Alabama is always Randy, Jeff, Teddy and Mark!!!
@redneckgirl33264 жыл бұрын
When I was in high school in the late 1980s, I had to do a semester project on a famous musician. I chose Alabama. We each had to write to the person or group we were focusing on. I'm the only one who got an answer. Jeff answered my research questions and asked for a copy of my final paper. He later wrote and complimented me on my writing skills.
@20truck2 жыл бұрын
I don't understand why they say Mark Herndon is not a member of Alabama, on the album "41 number one hits for the record" Randy Owen state in 1979 they rolled into Florence South Carolina for a week long engagement at the Thunderbird where they met a person named Mark Herndon who was just right for the ACT and became the new drummer and the fourth member of the band.
@useddj10 жыл бұрын
These guys will always be my brothers! They are the same guys that I first met back in 1977 when I was a DJ at Big Yak radio. We always knew they would hit it big but we never imagined what they have done over the past 40 years. I consider knowing these guys before they hit big the highlight of my 20 year career in broadcasting. I treasure those days and those memories.
@bdgar621410 жыл бұрын
Great Band! I am from North Alabama and I have several of their albums. Never went to any of their concerts because they were always sold out before I could get tickets. Still enjoy their music! "My Home's In Alabama" is one of my favorite songs; even though I have live in Georgia longer. When I hear the song, it makes me miss friends and especially extended family in Alabama. "...my home's in Alabama, no matter where I lay my head. My home's in Alabama, Southern born and Southern bred.."
@Vanillablooos11 жыл бұрын
Like Randy says, they have worked their tails off and it shows! They have soo many hit songs and they are truly a musical inspiration to many many artists! Growing up when I was in high school, I never was an Alabama fan. But thru the years, I have learned to appreciate their music!!
@KenRossJordan4 жыл бұрын
I was there, I watched these guys a whole lot back then, but I never talked to them much, I was a party animal! But I'm sure they had a huge impact on my life and my music even though I never started taking my music serious until later in life! God bless Alabama!
@kimkelly5512 Жыл бұрын
Love Alabama I saw them when I was a teenager, they were great!!!! I still have the pictures and now I am 61 and still listen to them!!!!
@paullemay32187 жыл бұрын
I live in Canada and started listening to Alabama when I came to Fort Payne for an instructional class with Derrell Martin. I am sure all of the band members know who Derrell is. I have been listening ever since. I always make a stop at the museum when I am in town. My favorite song is Angels Among Us. Derrell's son sang in the choir in that song.
@JRM137 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the music and memories Jeff. Rest in Peace.
@deaf19830 Жыл бұрын
Love you guys, so glad you came along.
@jamesstrum18493 жыл бұрын
Great to hear wonderful stories like this,Thanks Guy's!!!🥰
@jstarr171710 жыл бұрын
Nothing better than these guys. I have seen them in concert in greensboro n.c. and at the alabama theater in myrtle beach......they always put on a great show. Sal G......let the haters hate.....don't let it ruin ya day.....your Dad and the others are awesome.....always have been.....always will be. People are so quick to judge when they don't have a clue. Way to stick up for your dad though girl! Luv them "bama" boys!!!
@MoxxieKnolastname10699 жыл бұрын
Been listing to these guys since I was 1 still awesome
@packman59064 жыл бұрын
Just like there song Down Home..real and unchanged by their enormous success. Never be another country band as prolific and successful and it all started with a dream and hard work!
@sallyseville5074 Жыл бұрын
I've been a fan since 1975 when I first heard you guys on the radio
@Ditch12217 жыл бұрын
What a great band, great music and more so great guys. Been a fan since 73.
@veloreb11 жыл бұрын
Alabama is probably my all-time favorite country music act. I first discovered them on an 8-track tape, when I was 8 or so, from my mom's collection. Ride The Train was the song I most remember from this tape. Then my mom bought the Mountain Music album on cassette and I became a fan. But I got a little older and 80's pop, hard rock and metal dominated my musical tastes. Then in late '91 I think, Garth Brooks released Roping the Wind. I rediscovered country music and Alabama in the process.
@leading4Him11 жыл бұрын
Back around 1987 I saw Alabama in Evansville Indiana at the now torn down Roberts Stadium, they did an improptu autograph signing by the stadium entrance. Teddy and Mark sat at a table and Randy and Jeff walked down the line talking to people and letting them take pictures with them turned around.lol I remember thinking how tired Randy looked, I said to him, I bet you guys get tired of these signings and all he said was "We love the fans".seemed like great guys to me, always loved their music.
@lillyboldlyshewhispers71456 жыл бұрын
Love these guys. Songs from the Heart. Ive been to the Bowery many times. Wish I could have been there to see them!
@jameshoover3558 Жыл бұрын
Love these guys. They are the real deal. Fly high JC!
@uncleelmer5 жыл бұрын
Mark should be there. Alabama without Mark is not Alabama. He had the musical energy that helped the band.
@TheBamayaker11 ай бұрын
Yes he established himself on the first video I ever seen of the doing “the closer you get” . There was a chemistry with him. He was much more than a hired gun to me. I understand the business side too. Still think with their amazing success he deserved a tiny piece of the pie.
@gemgrl2911 жыл бұрын
My daddy shot pool with them in Georgetown many many moons ago before i was born and i think its the coolest story... i love their music... i knew all the words when i was a kid.
@billestep68046 жыл бұрын
They played camp lejuene in the late 80s. I was stationed there. Had a concert on the beach. I remember their white limousine
@celiaburleson94643 жыл бұрын
I was there from the beginning. Love you guys...
@BaahBen5 жыл бұрын
An amazing success story. Truly the first super group. of country music.
@linn49111 жыл бұрын
Greatest country band ever.
@scottferguson22785 жыл бұрын
What they did TO Mark Is unforgivable. Greedy Guys!!
@patsyviars69955 жыл бұрын
Just watched this interview, Randy you are as handsome as ever & real! Love you !
@mustangpatty5111 жыл бұрын
This is the best country band ever. Seen them numerous times live and I am sad Mark is not with them now but I know they are all good fiends and that is how I know all the guys are. Randy, Teddy and Jeff are great guys and I love every one of them. I wish Mark the best and I know he is content with his life and you couldn't ask for anything better. Sal G, I applaud you for your love for your Dad. He is an awesome person. Kudos to you girl. I've been a fan of Alabama since 1978.
@randyowen8413 жыл бұрын
Hello there thanks for your support are you one of my biggest fan?
@snowman374th10 жыл бұрын
Yeah I too love Alabama. Great people. Men with style. I can only hope to be as good as they are one day. Don't you listen to these people who put em down. Their best days are probably waking up sober. Bless you all Sal. My whole family loves this band Alabama. Snowman.
@davidbogolin34115 жыл бұрын
Ben a fan Sense I first heard them on 8 track still sound great I se them every chance I get when there on tour
@edbigtruck2 жыл бұрын
The Greatest Band Country Music ever had or will have.
@savioursoul2 жыл бұрын
They now always carry an elephant around with them. The name of it is “what they did to Mark”.
@linn49111 жыл бұрын
Hi Sal G, love your daddys band!
@mustangpatty5111 жыл бұрын
Sal G, good for you girl. I don't know why people do stupid things. I'm a real and true fan and love every one of these guys and have met them all in person. Their legacy in country music is rooted there and they changed the face of it and it's the best thing that could have happened.
@jacquelineramphal19113 жыл бұрын
What a fun interview!🤪
@randyowen8413 жыл бұрын
Hello there thanks for your support are you one of my biggest fan?
@darrylelkins681 Жыл бұрын
Alabama put Myrtle Beach on the map, true to the roots...........RIP Jeff Cook
@JohnyReb434 жыл бұрын
The greatest country group ever!
@jamescody7743 жыл бұрын
Where's Mark
@RjBenjamin35311 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Mark is very happy, CAUSE HE HAD A DAMN GOOD ATTORNEY!!!!
@kimkelly5512 Жыл бұрын
How about the song if your gonna play in Texas you gotta have a fiddle in the band!
@christywhitehead3171 Жыл бұрын
Rest in peace Jeff Cook
@gemgrl2911 жыл бұрын
and progress has ruined the beach... even since i was a kid... i use to go to the pavilion when i was a kid... hope they leave the Bowery alone.... great place... so much fun... their house band was cool.
@lynnlively68208 жыл бұрын
I am a fan and aways will be... 1982 and I am sorry no one hands a candle to ya'll
@kande69163 жыл бұрын
What did you guys do with Mark??? Heard rumors , and hope that they are not true!!
@elliebellie78166 жыл бұрын
Guy in the green jacket doesn't really look all that excited if you ask me.
@BaahBen6 жыл бұрын
He has Parkinson's Disease....Horrendous
@useddj10 жыл бұрын
Ain't we havin' fun now!
@spacetrucker29526 жыл бұрын
Gonna have a party!!!
@lynnduvall20134 жыл бұрын
Love Alabama❤️
@randyowen32223 жыл бұрын
Thanks for how long have you been listening to my music and what’s your favourite?
@Almoekd197110 жыл бұрын
I wondered what happened, but figured there was a reason, and it is what it is.
@geraldellis11776 жыл бұрын
mr rooselvelt ah gonna save em all
@gemgrl2911 жыл бұрын
and the cops still watch really close. lol
@lukeevers36197 жыл бұрын
He is my cousin
@CowpoteAdventures5 жыл бұрын
I love Alabama without the original drummer you're just a tribute band sorry just like Kiss without ace or George Thorogood without Jeff Simon the drummer
@SalGL11 жыл бұрын
You know I have had to deal with ignorant people like you since 2002.....THEY ALL made their choices...Mark is playing and had been with Leah Seawright and chose to stay with her...They all love and respect each other and are still friends...If they can let it go....and it's really not any of your business....WHY CAN'T YOU???? Do you know the devastation all the families go through reading the crap like you put up?? Of course not..you don't care.....sick
@elliebellie78166 жыл бұрын
If you're gonna show up here and claim to be family you're going to get the shit that goes with it. Could've just said you were a fan and let it go at that. Nobody does you an apology for anything sister except for my sister who enjoyed a little roll in the bay with your daddy a few years back.
@soeffingwhat6 жыл бұрын
+Ellie Beirne Now that was OTT. No need for that shit.
@wolfgangwylde58894 жыл бұрын
💋
@gemgrl2911 жыл бұрын
they are so awesome... people are awful... they dont know anything but something they may have heard on tv... ridiculous. some of the last true musicians and real country music