Brittany Howard

About

Brittany Amber Howard is an American musician from Athens, Alabama who rose to prominence in the early 2010s as the lead vocalist, rhythm guitarist, and primary songwriter of Alabama Shakes. Her work with the band and as a solo artist has earned her five Grammy Awards from 18 nominations, including Best Alternative Music Album. Throughout the decade, Howard expanded her musical pursuits by playing bass in the side project Thunderbitch and both acoustic guitar and double bass for the trio Bermuda Triangle. In 2018, Alabama Shakes announced a hiatus, leading Howard to launch her solo career. She released her debut studio album, Jaime, in 2019 to critical acclaim and seven Grammy nominations, winning Best Rock Song for "Stay High". Her second solo album, What Now, followed in February 2024. In early 2025, Alabama Shakes announced a summer reunion tour scheduled to run from July through September.