Marcus & Beatty | Tuscaloosa, AL – Blocks from the University of Alabama
So, you're here in town. You're touring dorms, attending sessions on how to let go, eating your body weight in Dreamland BBQ, and quietly calculating how long your son can survive on frozen burritos and microwave Mac & Cheese.
You're doing great, Mom.
But while you're planning his future and double-checking his laundry settings, let’s talk about something simple:
His hair.
🧼 He’s Clean-Cut Now. But Give It Time.
Sure, he’s freshly trimmed for orientation.
You made sure of that. But come September?
The sides will be puffy, the beard (if we can call it that) will start creeping onto his neck, and he’ll claim he doesn’t “really need a haircut yet.”
No one wants to see their son on ESPN at the first football game looking like a caveman.
You won’t be here to drag him to the chair.
That’s where we come in.
✂️ Marcus & Beatty – A Barbershop You Can Trust (Even If He Forgets You Gave Him Our Name)
We’re Marcus & Beatty, and we’d like to personally introduce ourselves before you hand your son over to Tuscaloosa.
We’re a barbershop just a couple blocks from Monarch Coffee, less than a mile from Bryant-Denny, and even closer to that slightly stunned freshman standing next to you in his new Crimson Tide hoodie.
Owned by two local barbers — Trey Umfress and Sam Morgan — we specialize in cuts that grow out well, beard trims that look intentional, and honest feedback that keeps your kid looking sharp.
📋 What We Offer (aka: How We Keep Freshmen Looking Fresh)
- Skin, mid, and low fades
- Textured cuts and mid-length styles
- Beard trims (even if it’s 47 hairs and a prayer)
- Straight razor shaves
- Father/Son combo appointments (for when Dad is in town for the weekend)
Real talk and real skill — no fast food fades here.
We don’t do walk-ins. Why? Because we value time and precision — both yours and ours.
Booking is easy online, and we’re flexible if things come up (they will).
👉 BOOK NOW
🚗 Location, Parking, and Peace of Mind
📍 2124 9th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL
Just off the beaten path, with plenty of free street parking and a big lot out back.
Translation: your son won’t need to parallel park, which is a win for everyone.
💬 What Makes Us Different (Besides the Music and the Motorcycles)
Marcus & Beatty is more than a barbershop — it’s a place where guys feel like themselves. It’s got the warmth of a Southern living room, the vibe of a musician’s green room, and the kind of energy that makes a guy want to keep up with his grooming.
We’re not forcing wellness on your son.
We’re just here when he realizes a good haircut might actually help him get that second date.
🎓 Parents, Here's the Game Plan
You’ve got a few more weeks before he’s officially moved in. Why not:
- Get his first cut now so you know what kind of place he’s going to.
- Book his next appointment for September before you leave town.
- Add us to his contacts: Marcus & Beatty — Not Mom, but close.
Want to keep tabs? Follow us on Instagram.
🪑 Final Note From the Chair
We know this transition is big. For him. For you. For the grocery budget.
But one thing you don’t have to worry about?
Your son finding a reliable, stylish, real barbershop in Tuscaloosa.
We’ve got that covered.
Let us earn his trust — and your approval — one cut at a time.