Release Date: April 25, 2025
Label: Alligator Records
Artist: Southern Avenue
Mastering: Michael Graves — Osiris Studio
Production: John Burk
Recording & Mixing: Lawrence "Boo" Mitchell
Recorded at: Royal Studios, Memphis, TN
Recorded: 2025
Family marks a major chapter for Memphis roots-soul band Southern Avenue, serving as both their fourth full-length album and their debut release for Alligator Records. Recorded in 2025 at the legendary Royal Studios, the album draws deeply from the traditions of Memphis soul while embracing a contemporary, forward-looking sound shaped by gospel, blues, funk, and R&B.
Produced by longtime collaborator John Burk and recorded and mixed by Lawrence “Boo” Mitchell, Family captures the band in a moment of creative clarity and cohesion. The record centers on themes of connection, resilience, and shared history, anchored by the Jackson sisters’ powerful vocal interplay and supported by tight grooves and soulful guitar work. Songs such as “Long Is The Road,” “Upside,” and “Found A Friend In You” balance emotional intimacy with uplifting energy, reinforcing the band’s identity while expanding their sonic reach.
Mastering at Osiris Studio
Michael Graves worked closely with producer John Burk during the mastering of Family at Osiris Studio. The goal was to preserve the warmth, dynamics, and immediacy captured during the Royal Studios sessions while ensuring consistency, clarity, and impact across all playback formats. Particular care was taken to honor the album’s deep Memphis roots while presenting Southern Avenue’s sound with modern fidelity and balance.
Family stands as a confident and deeply personal statement — a record that bridges tradition and present-day expression, reflecting Southern Avenue’s growth while remaining firmly grounded in soul.