Honestly, I have to admit I had heard the name around town but Grill Man and I had failed to show up.  With busy schedules sometimes it is hard to squeeze in time for chasing good music. Sadly, most of us gravitate to what we  know. Stop it people, get out of your box and open your ears.

Where is the Music in Fairhope?

On Friday, Coastal Alabama Community College  Fairhope campus presented another free outdoor concert as part of the Live at Five Concert Series. This past Friday Concert featured Jimmy Lumpkin and The Revivals. In addition, John Cochran played with the band.

Gorgeous afternoon framed Halstead Amphitheater perfectly for band to introduce newbies and reward fans. Crowd consisted of people of all ages enjoying the lovely day, fellowship and music. If weather cooperates this is a great venue to bring your chairs or blanket, snacks and libation of choice. Sit back, enjoy the ride and listen.

Another Chance in March  to hear Soulful Sounds of Jimmy Lumpkin

Every month on Monday nights Book Cellar introduces an artist for the month. Guess who’s playing in March? If you failed to make Live at Five this Friday, you have another chance on March 26. Grill Man and I managed to catch Jimmy  playing one night and were glad we made the effort to get out on a school night. During the course of the evening, Molly Thomas stepped in with her violin  and added a layer of melody that only violins add. Hollis joined in with a banjo and mandelin during part of the set.

After the show,  I chatted  with Jimmy for a few minutes and I discovered a kind old soul. I am in love with the quality  of music available to us locally.  Support the artists and musicians so that they keep coming back to us.  Soulful Sounds From Fairhope Alabama With Jimmy Lumpkin And The Revivals   found on the CD titled Home produced Skate Mountain Records

Listen to the music, it will get your boots dancing!

Before the next live at five, plan your meal ahead of time and try the Spicy Gulf Shrimp Gravy, Andouille Sausage and Grits Recipe.  After the concert, drive home to a home cooked meal waiting to be served up to your love.

Happy Spring, Y’all!

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Of course, living near the Gulf Coast  with easy access to fresh seafood will spoil you for more than one reason. Being able to buy fresh shrimp, crawfish and  fresh catch fish is a luxury I adore. If  your landlocked and not as fortunate, most seafood markets will ship fresh or frozen seafood overnight. Trust me it is totally worth it.

Surprisingly, I have never cooked shrimp and grits. Yet I thought that it would be easy based on my love and familiarity  with the ingredients. What could go wrong with shrimp, butter, seasonings, shrimp stock, garlic and grits? Plus my grits were specially sourced from my Rural Alabama Trip To Inspire.

How to cook Spicy Gulf Shrimp Gravy, Andouille Sausage and Grits

As a rule, growing up Southern you  learn about grits early.  Since I am always trying to cut carbs I rarely cook grits. It is important for me to save carbohydrate allowance for my obsession, potato chips, Doritos, chili cheese fritos, ZAPS etc.   Thankfully, the grits package  will provide instructions. You will only need to read and follow directions.

All in all gravy requires more skill but you will manage it well. Spicy Gulf Shrimp Gravy, Andouille Sausage and Grits Recipe is easy to cook. At the same time, the hardest part of this recipe is peeling shrimp and making  stock. Great idea to recruit your man for peeling shrimp while you chop vegetables. Bribe him with a glass of wine or two if  you must. Trust me it is totally worth it.

Finally, shout out to Skate Mountain Records for Jimmy Lumpkin and The Revival  My Name is Love. I have only recently discovered this band but I love the soulful sound. Visit web site for tour dates and tunes. Trust me it is totally worth it.

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