Atlanta Rhythm Section
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United States
- Born: May 1970 in Doraville, Georgia, United States
- Active: 1970 - present
Biography
Atlanta Rhythm Section are a Southern rock band formed in 1970 in Doraville, Georgia, by former *The Candymen* and *Classics IV* session musicians working at #Studio One#. Led in their hit years by singer Ronnie Hammond, guitarist Barry Bailey and keyboardist Dean Daughtry, they favoured polished arrangements and close harmonies over boogie excess. Albums such as 'Champagne Jam' produced enduring hits including 'So Into You' and 'Imaginary Lover', and the band continues to tour.
Genres
Atlanta Rhythm Section Discography
- Third Annual Pipe Dream (1974) - Album - rated 3.64/5
- Dog Days (1975) - Album - rated 3.53/5
- Red Tape (1976) - Album - rated 3.69/5
- A Rock and Roll Alternative (1976) - Album - rated 3.48/5
- Champagne Jam (1978) - Album - rated 3.25/5
- Underdog (1979) - Album - rated 3.08/5
- Quinella (1981) - Album - rated 3.28/5
- 20th Century Masters - The Millennium Collection: The Best of Atlanta Rhythm Section (2000) - Compilation - rated 3.39/5
Members
- Dean Daughtry - keyboards, backing vocals (1971–2019)
- Barry Bailey - lead guitar (1971–2006)
- Paul Goddard - bass (1971–1983; 2011–2014)
- Robert Nix - drums, percussion, backing vocals (1971–1979)
- James B. Cobb Jr. - rhythm guitar, slide guitar, backing vocals (1972–1986)
- Ronnie Hammond - lead vocals (1972–1983; 1988–2001)
- Roy Yeager - drums, percussion (1979–1982)
- Sean Burke - drums, percussion (1987–1995)
- Steve Stone - bass, guitar, backing vocals (1986–Present)
- Justin Senker - bass (1992–2011; 2014–Present)
- R.J. Vealey - drums, percussion (1995–1999)