Albert S. Lowe, Jr. (1940 – February 15, 2025), also known as Junior Lowe, was a distinguished American guitarist, bassist, and songwriter, celebrated for his significant contributions to the music industry, particularly in the Muscle Shoals music scene. Born in Florence, Alabama, Lowe began his musical journey at the age of six and formed his first band with friend Terry Thompson by age twelve. His early career was marked by his involvement as a session musician at FAME Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, where he played on numerous iconic recordings, including Percy Sledge’s million-selling hit “When a Man Loves a Woman.”

Lowe was a key figure in the FAME Gang, a group of session musicians who backed legendary artists such as Aretha Franklin, Etta James, Wilson Pickett, and Little Richard. His career as a session musician also saw him contributing to recordings by The Osmonds and Clarence Carter. In 1969, when the original FAME rhythm section left to form Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, Lowe chose to remain at FAME, continuing to play a pivotal role in its success.

Transitioning in the early 1970s, Lowe shifted his focus to songwriting, with his compositions recorded by artists like Hank Williams Jr. Notably, he co-wrote "Greenwood, Mississippi," recorded by Little Richard. During the 1990s, Lowe toured extensively with Little Richard across the United States and Europe.

Albert "Junior" Lowe’s legacy is cemented by his enduring influence on the Muscle Shoals sound and his contributions to some of the most memorable recordings in American music history.