SOUTHERN AVENUE'S FAMILY RECEIVES GRAMMY AWARD NOMINATION

        

“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

“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.”
—No Depression 

"Rootsy stripped-down Memphis soul…masterfully written songs [featuring] Tierinii Jackson's soaring vocals"
—AllMusic
 
"Inquisitive and uplifting…The band’s signature whisk of roots, blues and soul stylings lean into the spirit of Memphis [and] maintain a timelessness and soul-laden delivery not unlike The Staple Singers."
—Relix 
 

On Friday, November 7, The Recording Academy announced the nominees for the 2026 GRAMMY Awards. 

Memphis-based blues, soul and gospel-influenced roots band Southern Avenue received a nomination for Best Contemporary Blues Album for their groundbreaking 2025 Alligator Records debut release, Family. This is the band's second GRAMMY nomination.

Southern Avenue plays uplifting and timeless original music. They are known worldwide for their inclusive, message-driven songs fueled by hard-hitting grooves and electrifying guitar. The band is unlike any other on the scene today, featuring lead vocalist/songwriter Tierinii Jackson, her husband, guitarist/songwriter Ori Naftaly, and her sisters, drummer/vocalist/songwriter Tikyra (T.K.) Jackson and percussionist/violinist/vocalist Ava Jackson. 

Southern Avenue says, "Family was born out of everything that’s real to us...love, pain, joy, and growth. A GRAMMY nomination reminds us to always stay true to who we are.” 

The 2026 Grammy Awards ceremony will be held in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1, 2026.