The Alabama Troubadour: Tribute to John Prine to be held at Talladega’s historic Ritz Theater on September 19

Jim Zeigler

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September 14, 2025

(John Prine/Facebook, The Ritz Theatre (115 Court Sq N, Talladega, AL)/Facebook, YHN)

The music of the late singer-songwriter John Prine will be recreated on Friday, September 19 at a historic location – the restored Ritz Theater on the courthouse square in Talladega.

While John Prine is gone, his music lives on. Prine is not as well-known as some other singers and songwriters, but he has a large and loyal cult following in Alabama. You can expect fans from all over Alabama to head to Talladega Sept. 19 to relive and honor “Prine Time.” Show starts at 7 p.m. The Ritz is located at 115 Court Square North in Talladega.

You remember The Traveling Willburys? A state of Alabama version of that conglomeration of outstanding musicians has joined together and will present the John Prine story in music – mostly his music. They call themselves “The Alabama Troubadours.” Their lineup includes:

Rick Carter of Rollin in the Hay and Telluride
Stan Foster of Rollin the Hay and Phil and Foster
Donna Hall of Wet Willie
William “Moose Harrell” of Jason Ringenberg and Telluride.

The official trailer for the show reads:

Information and tickets

Jim Zig Zeigler is a contributing writer for Yellowhammer News. His beat includes the positive and colorful about Alabama – her people, events, groups and prominent deaths. He is a former State Auditor and Public Service Commissioner. You can reach him at [email protected]