Today the group talks about Southern Rock, but what is Southern Rock really?  Is it a sound?  Is it truly geographical?  Or maybe it’s both?  Well, we certainly have fun debating & providing examples of bands we personally think fit the genre.  Hope you enjoy!

Song Samples from the Discussion:

ZZ Top – “La Grange” from Tres Hombres (1973)

Wilson Pickett (with Duane Allman) – “Hey Jude” from Hey Jude (1969)

Delaney, Bonnie & Friends – “Coming Home” from On Tour With Eric Clapton (1970)

Little Feat – “Oh Atlanta” from Waiting For Columbus (1978)

Drive-By Truckers – “Let There Be Rock” from Southern Rock Opera (2001)

The Black Crowes – “Twice As Hard” from Shake Your Money Maker (1990)

The Outlaws – “Green Grass & High Tides” from The Outlaws (1975)

Atlanta Rhythm Section – “So In To You” from A Rock And Roll Alternative (1976)

Molly Hatchet – “Gator Country” from Molly Hatchet (1978)

Charlie Daniels Band – “The South’s Gonna Do It (Again)” from Fire On The Mountain (1974)

Also, check out our Youtube playlist we created with some other great examples!

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