Ep. 151 - From Muscle Shoals to Margaritaville

🎙️ What does it take to play bass for Elvis Presley, shape the Muscle Shoals sound, and produce hits for Jimmy Buffett? In this episode, legendary bassist and producer Norbert Putnam takes us behind the scenes of six decades in music history.

From his early days in Muscle Shoals - where a small-town studio created a sound that shook the world - to his unforgettable sessions with Elvis, Jimmy Buffett, and so many others, Norbert shares the stories only an insider could tell. With honesty, humor, and a deep love for the craft, he reflects on the magic moments, the challenges of the studio, and the lessons he’s carried through a lifetime of music-making.

Whether you’re a lifelong Elvis fan, fascinated by the Muscle Shoals legacy, or simply curious about how timeless songs come to life, this conversation will pull you straight into the heart of American music.

Norbert Putnam’s book

Music Pioneer Arthur Alexander

Fame Recording Studio (Muscle Shoals, Alabama)

Rick Hall

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