What makes Open All Night by The Georgia Satellites notable?

'Open All Night' features the hit single 'Sheila,' which reached No. 75 on the Billboard Hot 100, marking a continuation of the band's commercial viability. The album is notable for its energetic style that helped solidify the Georgia Satellites' reputation in the late '80s rock scene, contributing to the resurgence of Southern rock during that era. Released in January 1988, 'Open All Night' was The Georgia Satellites' second studio album following their self-titled debut in 1986. By this time, the band had begun to carve out a niche within the Southern rock genre, building on their initial success while expanding their sound and audience.

Who is Open All Night for?

Open All Night works well if you're into steady mid-tempo groove, for late-night drives and sing-along camaraderie with friends.

How many songs are on Open All Night?

Open All Night has 11 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Open All Night

The Georgia Satellites · 1988

40 min · 11 tracks · Southern rock

A rollicking blend of Southern rock energy and gritty melodies, capturing the spirit of late-night escapades.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo groove
for late-night drives
sing-along camaraderie with friends
energizing background for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

prefer slow, introspective music
seek complex, lengthy compositions

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in January 1988, 'Open All Night' was The Georgia Satellites' second studio album following their self-titled debut in 1986. By this time, the band had begun to carve out a niche within the Southern rock genre, building on their initial success while expanding their sound and audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Neil Young· ZZ Top· Hank Williams Jr.

Tracklist

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

1 Open All Night 2:50
2 Sheila 3:43
3 Whole Lotta Shakin' 2:34
4 Cool Inside 3:00
5 Don't Pass Me By 4:52
6 My Baby 4:08
7 Mon Cheri 4:40
8 Down and Down 3:50
9 Dunk 'n' Dine 2:32
10 Baby So Fine 3:50
11 Hand to Mouth 4:50

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