The members of Blind Boys of Alabama met in college. The drummer was encouraged to play by his mother. The drummer used to listen to his sister's tape constantly as a child. Blind Boys of Alabama began singing at Schedule, a local bar. The group used to practice at the bassist's garage.

Blind Boys of Alabama’s first album was a dud, but the second finally got some exposure. The group plays plenty of arenas, but would rather perform in the smaller clubs in which they started.

Blind Boys of Alabama will take some time off after the tour, allowing the band members to pursue other projects. The band may have recently finished their most current release, but they are plotting their next move already.

Generally critics will commend Blind Boys of Alabama for their ability to connect with the crowd at live performances. Noah Weyland, a music critic from Denver, has always praised band’s bassist. Blind Boys of Alabama’s newest project is receiving incredible reviews from notable music critics like David Gibson and Andy Krishnamurthy.

Dallas has always been receptive to the band, even when they were small time, so the group schedules a show there every year, even if they are not touring. The group’s latest tour information, from Blind Boys of Alabama tickets to concert schedule changes to seating charts, are all available on TheSeats.com.