Beloved ’90s Alabama band’s music, out of print for decades, is finally back

If you were hanging around the Southeast in the early to mid-90s, you likely encountered the electric, high-octane energy of Montgomery's Blues Old Stand. With a sound that hit hard enough for the rockers and kept the dance floor packed, the band earned a reputation as one of the region’s greatest "almost famous" acts.

A High-Voltage Legacy

The band was a masterclass in chemistry. Frontman Dave P. Moore commanded the stage with aggressive, lightning-fast harmonica and a gritty vocal delivery, while guitarist John Mark Turner provided what could only be described as electric voodoo. Percussionist and background vocalist Tyler Bell was the visual architect, turning every gig into a spectacle with signature lighting effects and the now-iconic mirror-ball that became synonymous with their shows.

At their peak, the band was a powerhouse. They packed clubs across Alabama, Mississippi, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, and Louisiana, and shared bills with titans like Allman Brothers guitarist Dickey Betts and jam-scene royalty Widespread Panic. Reflecting on their cult success, Moore attributes it to authenticity. "My first thought would be because it was genuine," he says. "But maybe also people caught a Southern vibe."

Back on Wax

In 1993, the band dropped their self-titled debut, a record that defined their era. Featuring tracks like "Liberate," "In This Town," and "Souled Out," the album became a rare gem after falling out of print for decades. For years, used copies have fetched eye-popping amounts on sites like eBay.

Now, 33 years later, that sonic piece of history is finally back. The band has reissued the debut as a deluxe double-album vinyl set, complete with gatefold art and archival photography. The package includes the original 10 tracks plus two new studio recordings—"Pass the Peace" and "Escape Yo Self"—and a live cut of "Mule" from a 2010 performance.

Where to Listen

Physical copies are currently available through bluesoldstand.com and at Montgomery's own Village Green Records. For digital listeners, the record—along with the fresh tracks—is streaming now on platforms like Apple Music and Spotify.

This reissue serves as a long-overdue testament to the band’s legacy, particularly for the generation of fans who experienced their rise while attending Southeastern Conference schools. Executive producer Stewart Wilbanks, a long-time associate of the group, sums it up: "I’d never seen anything like it. It was loud. It was bombastic."