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The Boys from Doraville

Atlanta Rhythm Section · 1980

38 min · 9 tracks · Southern rock

A smooth blend of Southern rock and pop sensibilities, driven by soulful melodies and polished instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo groove throughout
  • soulful melodies for relaxation
  • for afternoon drives
  • casual sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of fast-paced tracks
  • prefer experimental soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'The Boys from Doraville' was released in 1980, Atlanta Rhythm Section had solidified their presence in the Southern rock scene after their breakthrough album 'Champagne Jam' in 1978. This album followed a period of increasing popularity, with the band aiming to refine their sound further while maintaining their roots.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Cocaine Charlie 4:50
  • 2 Next Year's Rock & Roll 5:24
  • 3 I Ain't Much 4:23
  • 4 Putting My Faith in Love 5:11
  • 5 Rough at the Edges 3:18
  • 6 Silver Eagle 3:52
  • 7 Pedestal 2:48
  • 8 Try My Love 4:00
  • 9 Strickly R & R 4:40

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