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Alabama Shakes

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Musicians

The Resume

    Born in United States
    Formed in Athens, Alabama (2009)
    Members include Brittany Howard, Zac Cockrell, Heath Fogg, Steve Johnson & Ben Tanner
    Songs include 'Hold On,' 'I Ain't The Same,' 'Hang Loose,' 'Don't Wanna Fight,' 'Gimme All Your Love' and 'Sound & Color'

Why they might be annoying:

    They achieved minimal singles chart success.
    They formed a band, partly due to the boredom of living in small town Alabama.
    Apple used 'Sound & Color' in ads promoting its iPad Pro.
    Brittany Howard commands the majority of the band's media attention.

Why they might not be annoying:

    Their music combines elements of southern rock, soul and r&b.
    They were Grammy Award nominated for Best New Artist.
    They won Grammy Awards for Best Rock Song and Best Alternative Album.
    Their music is critically acclaimed.

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Year In Review:

    In 2023, Out of 4 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2022, Out of 6 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2021, Out of 14 Votes: 42.86% Annoying
    In 2020, Out of 13 Votes: 46.15% Annoying
    In 2019, Out of 11 Votes: 36.36% Annoying
    In 2018, Out of 8 Votes: 50.0% Annoying
    In 2017, Out of 12 Votes: 0% Annoying
    In 2016, Out of 11 Votes: 45.45% Annoying