Notable Mentions:

1. Myke Jackson, frontman of the progressive blues-jazz-psych band Felt, known for their 1971 self-titled release, delivers the evocative track "In Search of a Home," showcasing his range and enduring influence in Alabama’s underground scene.

2. Buddy Causey, a Birmingham native with a career that spanned decades, from Muscle Shoals to London’s Abbey Road Studios, shines on "There's a Way," a song that highlights his reputation as a “singer’s singer” and the emotional depth of his voice.

3. The Renaissance Ensemble, featuring the earliest known recordings of Nell Carter, captures the energy of the era with "Alabama Sunshine." This track offers a glimpse of Carter’s incredible vocal range before she became a household name on Gimme a Break! Bandmate Frank Friedman, who later joined Wet Willie and penned several tracks which the band recorded. Frank Friedman wrote the song "Beggar Song" which Wet Willie recorded and Jay-Z sampled.

4. Glen Wood, a producer and engineer from Birmingham, whose work with artists like Frederick Knight and Sam Dees made him a cornerstone of the local music scene, showcases his own bluesy songwriting with "Done Forgot How To Sing Them Blues."

5. Warm, a band rooted in Sand Mountain’s music tradition, toured with rock legends like Alice Cooper and Willie Nelson. Their track "Centerpoint Hotel" is a testament to their eclectic mix of southern influences, from swing to rock and roll.  Ray Honea, guitarist from WARM was invited to join the Allman Brothers after Duane died, however, he turned down the offer pursuing his own projects.

6. Henry Lovoy, featured on Boditch's "Six Days on the Road," was a key player in Alabama’s garage rock scene. Known for his work with The Rockin' Rebellions and Chair, Lovoy's blend of hard-edged rock and southern flair made him a pivotal figure in the early ‘70s southern rock movement. Mabron McKinney who played with Boditch was also in the Hour Glass, pre-Allman Brothers. Al Gardener (Black Haze Express) also played keys on the Boditch track.