What makes Georgia Satellites by The Georgia Satellites notable?

This album features the hit single 'Keep Your Hands To Yourself,' which peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, helping to catapult the band into mainstream success. Its infectious sound and down-to-earth lyrics resonated with audiences, influencing the Southern rock revival of the late '80s. The Georgia Satellites released their self-titled debut album in 1986, marking the beginning of their commercial success. At this point, the band had already built a local following in Atlanta but was still establishing themselves on a national level.

How many songs are on Georgia Satellites?

Georgia Satellites has 10 tracks, running approximately 37 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Georgia Satellites

The Georgia Satellites · 1986

37 min · 10 tracks · Southern rock

A gritty blend of Southern rock energy and catchy hooks that invites listeners to sing along while tapping their feet.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Keep Your Hands To Yourself — As the album's breakout hit, this track combines an irresistible chorus with a narrative about love and boundaries that showcases the band's playful spirit.
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Battleship Chains — This song stands out with its driving rhythm and vivid storytelling, embodying the classic Southern rock flair that defines much of the album.
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Every Picture Tells A Story — A cover of Rod Stewart's classic, this rendition highlights the band's ability to reinterpret familiar songs while adding their unique Southern rock edge.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

61 /100

Foothills

Higher than 38% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid songwriting and energetic performances but lacks standout depth or innovation.

What we noticed

The first track, 'Keep Your Hands To Yourself,' establishes a high-energy tempo that is maintained through the next three songs before slowing down slightly with 'The Myth Of Love.'
The album closes with 'Every Picture Tells A Story,' which features a more reflective tone compared to the earlier tracks, providing a contrast in mood.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Keep Your Hands To Yourself 3:26
2 Railroad Steel 4:11
3 Battleship Chains 2:55
4 Red Light 2:45
5 The Myth Of Love 4:12
6 Can't Stand The Pain 3:40
7 Golden Light 3:35
8 Over And Over 3:35
9 Nights Of Mystery 4:44
10 Every Picture Tells A Story 4:23

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