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Alabama Marks 50 Years With Special Tour After Founder Reveals Parkinson’s Diagnosis
The legendary country band Alabama — one of the most influential names in the genre’s history — has officially announced a special tour to celebrate 50 years of music. The news comes shortly after founding member and lead vocalist Randy Owen publicly revealed that he has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, a chronic neurological disorder that affects movement and voice.
Rather than stepping back, the band has chosen to turn this milestone into a powerful moment of gratitude — both for their fans and for the music that has carried them through five decades. “We’re still here, still playing, still living out our passion just like we did in the beginning,” Randy shared in an emotional video posted on social media. “Music is where I find the strength to keep going.”
This anniversary tour is more than just a celebration — it’s a tribute to resilience, friendship, and loyalty, the very qualities that have held Alabama together through changing times and personal hardships. Over the years, the band has weathered shifts in the music industry, the loss of loved ones, and now, a health battle that Randy faces with courage and grace.
The upcoming tour is expected to hit over 20 major cities across the U.S., bringing back timeless hits like “Mountain Music,” “Dixieland Delight,” and “Song of the South.” These songs, beloved by generations, will once again fill the air — a reminder that honest, heartfelt music never fades.
Though the road ahead may be more challenging, Alabama continues to move forward — with unwavering dedication to their fans and an enduring love for the music that made them who they are.