Introduction:
After more than fifty years of making music together, Randy Owen and Teddy Gentry are finally opening up—not just about their legendary successes, but also the quiet regrets that have lingered in their hearts.
In a rare and deeply personal joint interview, filled with laughter, long silences, and unexpected emotion, the founding members of Alabama reflected on a journey that helped shape the sound of modern country music. From sold-out arenas to their humble Southern beginnings, their voices became the soundtrack of a generation. But now, as they enter the twilight of their career, they’re ready to share the stories they’ve never told—the ones that live between the hits and headlines.
“There’s so much we’re proud of,” Randy began. “We stayed true to ourselves. We made music that connected with people. But we didn’t always take time to appreciate those moments as they were happening.”
Teddy continued quietly, “There were fences left unmended. People we lost touch with. Words we should’ve said — but never did.”
Among their most heartfelt reflections was the memory of Jeff Cook, the band’s cherished guitarist, whose absence is felt more deeply with each performance. “We wish we had more time with Jeff,” Randy admitted. “We wish we’d told him more often just how much he meant to us.”
For the fans who’ve grown up with Alabama’s music woven into the fabric of their lives, this is more than a trip down memory lane — it’s a poignant reminder that even legends carry unspoken sorrows.