In December, for their first live performance together in seven years, Alabama Shakes singer/guitarist Brittany Howard, guitarist Heath Fogg and bassist Zack Cockrell were backed by Nashville ...

“I forgot my electric guitar,” Howard told the crowd ... had a surprise in store, walking out her Alabama Shakes bandmates (minus only original drummer Johnson) to the delight of of a roaring ...

There are also contributions from Alice In Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell and, the film’s female lead, Hailee Stanfield. Howard has won Grammys both as a solo artist and with Alabama Shakes.

But Alabama Shakes Hold On slips comfortably into the number two spot. Alabama Shakes debut album Boys & Girls is out on April 9th on Rough Trade. You’re now subscribed to all our newsletters.