Southern Avenue
Southern Avenue is redefining modern roots music with a sound that blends Memphis soul, blues, gospel, and fearless rock & roll into something unmistakably their own. Fronted by powerhouse vocalist and songwriter Tierinii Jackson and anchored by the electrifying guitar work and songwriting of Ori Naftaly, the band has become one of the most compelling live acts on the international touring circuit.
Their 2025 Alligator Records debut album Family earned a GRAMMY nomination for Best Contemporary Blues Album at the 2026 GRAMMY Awards and solidified Southern Avenue’s place at the forefront of contemporary American music. The album was praised for its deeply personal songwriting, genre-defying musicianship, and uplifting spirit, while earning airplay across Americana, Triple-A, blues, roots, jamband, and college radio formats worldwide. Family reached #1 on the Global Blues Radio Charts in the U.K., Top 5 in the U.S. and Canada, and Top 10 in France and Australia. NPR Music also featured the record on its “Best Albums of the Week” list and playlist.
Southern Avenue’s momentum continued with major industry recognition, including being named 2025 Band of the Year by Living Blues and receiving 2026 Blues Music Award nominations for Band of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Contemporary Blues Album.
Beyond the band’s success, Tierinii Jackson has emerged as a celebrated songwriter and vocalist in her own right. In 2026, the soundtrack for the feature film Sinners won the GRAMMY Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media. Jackson contributed the original song “Can’t Win for Losin’,” co-written and performed with Cedric Burnside, along with a standout rendition of “Wang Dang Doodle” featuring Burnside and Sharde Thomas-Malloy.
Known for explosive live performances and emotional authenticity, Southern Avenue has appeared on some of the world’s most prestigious stages and tours, including the 2024 Outlaw Tour alongside Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp, and Bob Dylan; the Chicago Blues Festival main stage; AmericanaFest; XPoNential Music Festival; and New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Additional highlights include performances celebrating B.B. King’s 100th birthday, multiple appearances on Legendary Rhythm & Blues Cruise, dates with Dave Matthews Band and Trombone Shorty, and international touring throughout Canada, Denmark, Norway, and the U.K.
“Unforgettable music and electric performances...Southern Avenue showcase the soul of Memphis. Their stories resonate long after the last note of music fades” --Rolling Stone
Social Stats
Spotify Monthly Listeners
101 K
Instagram Followers
20.5 k
YouTube Subscribers
7.2 K
Facebook Followers
41 K
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What’s Next for SOUTHERN AVENUE?
SOUTHERN AVENUE - CONTINUES THE FAMILY TOUR With this tour, Southern Avenue, continues a mix of headline shows and coveted festival performances promoting their 2025 album, Family. Recently named the 2025 Band Of The Year by Living Blues magazine, received their 2nd GRAMMY nomination, and received 2026 Blues Music Award nominations for Band of the Year, Song of the Year, and Best Contemporary Blues Album
Single, So Much Love, Hitting Radio Airwaves Southern Avenue are known worldwide for their inclusive, message-driven songs and soaring harmonies all fueled by hard-hitting grooves and electrifying guitar. The band's new single, So Much Love, is now hitting radio airwaves around the world. According to Tierinii, “'So Much Love is about finding love in the little things. Those quiet, beautiful moments we sometimes overlook. We wrote this song as a thank you to our fans, to remind us all that love is always there if you’re open to seeing it.”
Band Named August "Artist To Watch" By Tastemaker Radio Station WXPN-FM In Philadelphia Sharing their excitement, tastemaker NPR Music station WXPN-FM in Philadelphia named Southern Avenue as its August "Artist To Watch". The band will perform live at the station's famous XPoNential Music Festival on September 19.
Since the April 2025 release of Family, Southern Avenue has earned a remarkable amount of positive press and has received radio play worldwide. No Depression shouted, "Voices soaring, beats pulsing, and spirits on fire…between the irresistible grooves and unflagging positivity, it’s impossible not to feel reborn and uplifted after spending time with this dynamic quartet."
AllMusic declared, "Family is Southern Avenue’s most remarkable album to date. Glorious, iconic, three-part harmony vocals…a dynamic, organic meld of soul, blues, Memphis funk and roots rock. Gritty and soaring stomp-and-roll…hip, warm and summery…spiritually uplifting and hard-driving."
Blues Music Magazine added, "Family highlights the seamless beauty and forthright honesty of the Jackson sisters’ stellar harmonies, conjuring up memories of The Staple Singers...a joyful celebration that packs a musical punch...a vibrant prayer for a brighter tomorrow."
Excerpts from Alligator Records Press Release - Aug 5, 2025
CONTACT: Marc Lipkin / Alligator Records / 773-973-7736 x235
EMAIL: publicity@allig.com
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Contacts
Management
Luke Pierce
Manager
WORKS Entertainment - Nashville, TN
310-595-6771
luke@worksentertainment.com
David Britz
Manager
WORKS Entertainment - Los Angeles, CA
310-734-4803
david@worksentertainment.com
Kristy Reis
Day-to-Day Manager
WORKS Entertainment - Nashville, TN
937-232-8417
kristy@worksentertainment.com
PUBLICITY & MARKETING
Marc Lipkin
Global Head of Publicity & Communications
Alligator Records
773-973-7736 x235
publicity@allig.com
Kyle Novak
Director of Marketing & Merchandising
WORKS Entertainment
909-815-2211
kyle@worksentertainment.com
Agency ContactS
U.S. & Worldwide:
Jordan Burger
Royal Artist Group
jordan.b@royalartistgroup.com
Scandinavia:
Flemming Christensen
Marsk Music
info@marskmusic.dk