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Episode: 1986 - December: The Georgia Satellites “Georgia Satellites”
Description: Atlanta, Georgia's own The Georgia Satellites released their debut and self-titled album in 1986. Dan Baird was their primary songwriter and lead vocalist on most songs. Guitarist Rick Richards, bassist Rick Price, and dummer Mauro Magellan complete the band. Originally formed as Keith and the Satellites in 1980, the band saw a number of personnel changes and a name change to The Georgia Satellites soon thereafter. They honed their craft playing at a Buckhead bar called Hedgens on Monday nights.
The Georgia Satellites signed with Elektra Records in 1986 and released this debut album to significant commercial success. The single "Keep...