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Episode: 1978 - January - Atlanta Rhythm Section - Champagne Jam
Description: January 1978 — “Champagne Jam” by Atlanta Rhythm Section
Bruce has a special place in his heart for this classic. The Atlanta Rhythm Section - also known as ARS - started as a session band for Studio One in Doraville, GA. Champagne Jam is their eighth and most successful album, going platinum by September of 1978. This was a time when Southern Rock was hitting a peak with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Molly Hatchett, The Charlie Daniels Band and others. ARS crafted a more laid back style within the genre on the strength of Ronnie Hammond's vocals.
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