Music city on the Tennessee River
Steel buildings for Muscle Shoals and the Tennessee Valley
Muscle Shoals is the largest city in Colbert County, on the left bank of the Tennessee River. It is known around the world for its recording studios.
We have one office, in Blountsville. We do not have an office in Muscle Shoals.
A music city on the river
Muscle Shoals had 16,275 residents in the 2020 Census and covers about 16.8 square miles. It is part of the Florence and Muscle Shoals metropolitan area, which has 147,317 people.[2]
FAME Studios, founded by Rick Hall, recorded artists such as Percy Sledge, Aretha Franklin and Otis Redding. Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, started by the rhythm section known as the Swampers, worked with Bob Dylan, Paul Simon and the Rolling Stones.[2]
A city with creative businesses, studios and a metro area around it often needs flexible space. If you are planning a studio, workshop or small commercial building, a steel building may be worth discussing.[2]
Muscle Shoals facts
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In the 1960s and 1970s, Muscle Shoals was called the Hit Recording Capital of the World.[2]
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Wilson Dam was completed in 1924, and the Tennessee Valley Authority was established in 1933.[2]
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The Ford Motor Company operated the Listerhill plant, about 3 miles east, until 1982.[2]
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The city sits at an elevation of about 525 feet.[2]
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Northwest Alabama Regional Airport serves the area.[2]
Shoals area questions
General information. Every project is different, so call us about yours.
Can a steel building work as a recording or rehearsal space?
People use metal buildings for many purposes, including studios. Insulation and finish are part of the plan, so talk to us about turnkey options.[2]
Do you serve Muscle Shoals, which is far from Blountsville?
Is a barndominium a good idea near the river?
Some people choose one on larger lots. Check with the city or county about land near water, then call us.[2]
What roofing works for older homes in the Shoals?
Metal roofing is among the options. We can talk about colors and styles.[2]
Muscle Shoals building questions
Call (205) 429-4411 to talk about a project in Muscle Shoals. We will talk through your plans and answer questions.
Sources
Local details on this page come from these public sources, checked in October 2026.