ATLANTA RHYTHM SECTION - SPOOKY | REACTION

[@donalddixon6541]

"So into you" and "Imaginary Lover" are just a couple of excellent songs from this group. Well worth looking into!!!

[@jalkabre5904]

A must ... great musicians in this group.

[@allendixon1044]

Oh yes indeed all of that all of that come on but there's something you left out how can I how can you leave out champagne you got to have a champagne you got to have some champagne Jam all right all right

[@allendixon1044]

You know the damn party a started if there ain't no champagne come on and then you drink of champagne you have a champagne Jam all right come in there all right I'll

[@thomasbohannon2066]

To those, I'd add- "Do It Or Die", "I'm Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight", "Champagne Jam", and "Dog Days".

[@dkwoodsy2082]

How can you not mention Homesick in that list?!? From Quinella. Way years ago when I was a kid, I thought it was Molly Hatchet- that’s not a bad thing- you can see where I might have thought that. Heavy Southern Rock. Not much better than that!

[@stinkyweaseldeitz3862]

Paul Goddard, bassist extraordinaire. He held the band together so much

[@mkg59]

Yes, the Classics IV did the song originally. Few know that 3 members of the Classics IV are members of ARS (including the singer which is why the 2 versions sound so much alike).

[@Noelle0026]

I didn’t know that. Interesting!

[@johnhoerl7326]

Not to be annoying, but ... Dennis Yost was the lead singer for the Classics IV, while Ronnie Hammond was the lead singer for ARS. Two members of the Classics IV also played in ARS (JR Cobb and Dean Daughtry). Buddy Buie produced, managed, and wrote/co-wrote songs for both bands.

[@jennifertierney9076]

I didn't that. Thanks for the info 😊

[@jamesnoble6845]

@@johnhoerl7326 Yup. Dennis Yost was the Classics IV singer. Sadly, Dennis passed away about 12 years ago. Great voice.

[@cameronstestingart794]

Classics IV featured the saxophone as opposed to the guitar in ARS version. Liked it but loved the original

[@BethHutter]

This is actually a remake of a song from the 60's by the Classics IV. Different vibe from each one. Worth listening to both. From ARS I would suggest Imaginary Lover, So Into You and Champagne Jam. From Classics IV I would listen to Stormy (Also covered many times), Sunny, Traces, Every Day With You Girl.

[@brianmiller6055]

Three members of the Classics IV went on to form ARS.

[@lordessducky8494]

Excellent suggestions.

[@jbojoify]

i only listen to this song for the guitar solos

[@scot60]

This song was written by a member of Classics 4 who later formed ARS. This version is better than the original

[@BethHutter]

@@scot60 I think it's apples and oranges- can't really compare the two.

[@perijetton9275]

I’m from Georgia and I grew up in the 70’s! I feel so blessed that this is the music I grew up on. You should try “Doraville”. Great song from ARS.

[@MrSmartAlec]

Love Doraville !

[@EessaTube]

I saw them live at the Knebworth Festival in the UK in the 1970s. Amazing musicians.

[@richardrodriguez2120]

Very underrated band from the 70s. Bunch of studio musicians that formed a band a were just excellent. They can jam that’s for sure

[@thomasbohannon2066]

"So Into You", "I'm Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight", "Do It Or Die", Champagne Jam", and "Dog Days". Was lucky enough to see them twice during their prime, and once years later on a small "reunion" tour. Being mostly session players prior to ARS, they were an awesome live group, with serious musical chops. And the bass player, Paul Goddard, was a wild man on stage.

[@distillerycats_clt1587]

Champaign Jam is a killer. The drummer you speak of is Sean Burke, a friend of mine who is still playing around the Atlanta area. He is a killer pocket player! Oh yeah- you posted this reaction on his birthday!!!

[@Lwize]

The Classics IV original is the one to beat, along with Dusty Springfield's 1970 cover.

[@superyou918]

the writers of this song for classics iv are the same guys as this band lol. the last guitar player is the guy who wrote it for the classics iv and the same manager etc.

[@Lwize]

@@superyou918 And?

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

I’m from Georgia too, and these guys were huge. They had a song. CHAMPAGNE JAM, that was so huge that for quite a few years there was the Champagne Jam Concert that lasted all weekend. I was too young to go, but my brother went a couple of years. I love and miss Ronnie Hammond’s vocals.

[@timothymunger3186]

Several members of The Atlanta Rhythm Section were also members of The Classics IV and played on both versions of the song.

[@walterleonard2489]

I prefer the original version by Classics 4 because of the saxophone lead.

[@timothymunger3186]

@@walterleonard2489 I have to admit that in most cases (there are always exceptions) I prefer the original version of a song - the original intent of the singer and song writers. An example of an exception would be "Amarillo By Morning". It was a big hit for George Strait (I love his version), but was originally written by Terry Stafford (who wrote and sang "Suspicion" back in the 60's.

[@lynnsmith3976]

Oh my Chod, from the first time I heard So Into You I ran to get their album. Their sound is so smooth and easy yet gets something on your body moving. Please Try So Into You or Imaginary Lover. Thanks for this smoothness.

[@commentatron]

That guitar work makes the song.

[@slimpickins9124]

ARS has a cool Jazzy groove. I really like them.

[@johnhoerl7326]

Barry Bailey on lead guitar! One of the unsung heroes of 70s guitar

[@wompa70]

Atlanta Rhythm Section is so cool. And I mean cool in the classic 70s sense.

[@mikemiller3069]

As a musician, I usually prefer the original version of most songs. This is a cover from the band, "Classics IV". But in this case, ARS took it to a new level with the great guitar and keyboard solos. One of my old bands did a cover of Atlanta Rhythm Sections cover.

[@827dusty]

Classics IV is the original and the best . They also did many other songs that were hits. "Stormy" "Sunny" is another great song by The Classics IV.

[@StevesFunhouse]

Well, that's not entirely true. Have of Classic IV were also in ARS. In fact, the person who wrote Spooky was Mike Shapiro, and it was just an instrumental. Then J.R. Cobb of the Classics IV added lyrics and recorded it with the band. He and 2 other Classics IV members joined ARS after the Classic IV split up. So, theoretically, it's neither groups' song, at least as far as the original tune goes. As far as the SONG goes, it was done by both groups by the original lyricist and his bandmates.

[@pbdez0623]

You should try some ELP “ still turn me on” ,”karn evil 9” ,”Lucky man”

[@rondawildey5801]

It's great listening to these old songs again. They r timeless. I'm enjoying your reactions...

[@keithetherington4824]

The title track from there best album is Champaign Jam. I'm Not Going To Let It Bother Me Tonight is another great song that fans forget that's off the same album. Listen to it for yourself if you don't react to it.

[@thomasklempin542]

No bass player sounds like Paul Goddard. And Ronnie Hammond has the smoothest voice.🎵🎸🎧

[@anotheremptygesture]

Goddard was absolutely great!

[@williamcabell142]

Is this a great tune or what! 😎👏👏👏👏👏🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@mikimike]

This is a cover version of a '60s song. Although this version does have more guitars, the Classic IV version has must better vocals with ghostly back-up singers and a great saxophone solo. The original Classic IV version is also a classic Halloween song. Check it out and see what you think. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnicnIKjeJuiaLc

[@rockinredneck57]

It's a cover but their version of Outside Woman Blues is killer. Georgia Rhythm, Police, Police, Champagne Jam, Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight, just a few more ARS suggestions. Great music from my high school days!

[@keithetherington4824]

Large Time is another great song from Champaign Jam album by ARS.

[@kingstumble]

My favourite ARS track is Who You Gonna Run To When You're Through Walkin' On Me.

[@robertlear2735]

Another example of a good pocket drummer is Rick Marotta on "Peg" by Steely Dan

[@bethshadid2087]

Being in Georgia this was one of my bands of course they're a great underrated group. I believe your the first reactor to play ARS. Enjoy the ride 💗🕊️

[@violetflame23]

Great reaction Chod. Barry Bailey should be mentioned when talking about great rock guitarists. Incredible tone and phrasing.

[@kevinbuchholz3496]

ARS has many excellent songs! Champagne Jam, Doraville, I'm not gonna let it bother me tonight, Cocaine Charlie, Georgia Rhythm. Angel, Homesick, Jukin', Large Time. There are many more, you won't be disappointed.

[@EessaTube]

So many great Atlanta Rhythm Section songs. This one is great, but it is a cover song, not an original. Check out some of their originals. 'So Into You'; 'Doraville'; 'Georgia Rhythm'; 'Outside Woman Blues'; 'Sky High'; 'Don't Miss The Message'; 'Everybody Gotta Go'; ''Police Police'; 'Shanghied'; 'Jukin''

[@davidsuycott]

My man with the Pocket! 🙏🙏🙏🙏 I'm 56 and have played since I was a small kid, I learned from 60/70s pocket drummers. Thank you! Do some classic rock stuff with power trio drummers, that's a special bread too! ✌️

[@pamelaellis2291]

"Back Against The Wall" and "I'm Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight" are two more to add to the ARS list.

[@scot60]

My favorite by them is “I’m not gonna let it bother me tonight” Love this line from the song Lord, Lord , Lord. We got nothin but trouble I’ve done all I can do today So bartender pour me a double right now

[@brettclouse5905]

This great group had more songs to go down the rabbit hole for like: So into you, Imaginary lover. This is just a taste for you to check out enjoy.

[@donaldjackson1490]

The pocket is right and you know the best is Bernard Purdy, The Purdie shuffle

[@bostonvair]

From the same album, the song "do it or die"

[@gregmoquino7896]

If you want You say you like to drum to this type of music(Spooky Atlanta Rythym Section) You gotta react to Rare Earth version of The Temptations song Get Ready Please do the long live version It starts with a mellow slow beat on like the congos Then it gradually builds up momentum and more instruments jump on And it's a 21:43min., RIDE BUT IT'S WELL WORTH IT EACH BAND MEMBER GETS A SOLO THROUGH THE SONG THERE'S BASS, SAXOPHONE ,KEYBOARDS, GUITAR, DRUMS DRUMMER IS SINGING THE WHOLE SONG [{ AND MAN ITS WORTH IT}] ✌️😃 OUT 👍🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@gregmoquino7896]

Also from the same Album Rare Earth - Tobacco Road ✌️😎👍

[@kevinlundgren1169]

Ten Years After , Slow Blues In C , from the RECORDED LIVE album

[@markprior2278]

Whatever your favourite kind of music is, you've gotta love this song. It is so laid back its almost mesmerising.

[@jackmorgan3498]

This reaction just got you a sub. I was from Atlanta and went to the champagne jam concerts! The only one that is different is a banger Large time. The rest are smooth as silk.

[@davidhattman7649]

Dean Daughtry and James Cobb Jr. Were in the Classics IV when Spooky was recorded

[@jalkabre5904]

Since you like Jazz so much, check out Stanley Jordan ... exceptional guitarist, since he can play two at the same time or even play the piano while playing the guitar too. He has a version of Stairway to Heaven that is fantastic.

[@vickilcalloway6537]

Best cover of a song EVER!!

[@johnnygaffney4089]

If you want to hear some smooth southern jazz, I highly recommend The Dixie Dregs. Go with the songs "Cruise Control" or "Refried Funky Chicken" and enjoy!!

[@switchflow5405]

Awesome band 😃✌

[@bangmon1000]

I haven't heard this song in years.

[@michellespence6105]

My family have checked out different reactions. You are definitely our favorite. We have enjoyed it thank you.

[@historyguy5942]

An amazing re-make of the “Classics IV” song of the same name. ARS does such a great job on this song! Love the way they take it up an octave right before the lead--and such cool leads indeed. If you’re looking for another song by them try “Alien,” it will blow your mind.

[@Ritaholden1]

One of my favorite songs by ELO.

[@gilldavidmour4199]

ARS

[@DawnSuttonfabfour]

Had completely forgotten this. Groovy!

[@patclark3024]

They had these music festivals every year at Road Atlanta featuring ARS. Champagne Jams they were called. That's a good song, and so is Doraville. I had some great times there. I sure wish you'd do some Gov't Mule, and also, Duane Allman, Going Down Slow, kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5ypgHWQh6aVg7c

[@freckled100]

This is a nice version of "Spooky", but it doesn't compare to the Classics IV version - Dennis Yost - lead singer. His voice was exceptionally smooth.

[@cameronstestingart794]

I agree! Classics IV sax and singer together was unbeatable. I do really like this version tho

[@walterleonard2489]

Plus that Sax lead was much better

[@robertschiavone5159]

This was when music was real...change my mind

[@joelliebler5690]

I like the vocals and over all smoother sound on the original recording by The Classic 4

[@Coowallsky]

Every bit as good as the Classics IV verion. ARS took a pop song and turned it into a jam.

[@31carrier]

Peter and Gordon A World Without Love

[@Russ_Keith]

There's no questioning the abilities of these musicians. (Area Code 615, the Nashville equivalent house band when they performed as a group in their own right was also great.) But for me, they don't capture the mood of the song. You should hear the chilled Dusty Springfield version with the sensuality turned up to 11. Spooky!

[@ptrlxc]

Alice Cooper Halo of Flies from their Killer album, audio only.

[@dannycasson1551]

I didn’t know they covered this song.

[@kenperkins7921]

Two good ones for the price of one!

[@matthintz9468]

Funny - I just listened to this on XM radio today, and I'll tell you what I thought then: the original version y Classics IV had a better arrangement for the vocals. Most of the guys in ARS were from that band, so the vibe is spot on, but I prefer the original arrangement. The Dusty Springfield version is also very sexy. Check out "So into You" by ARS. It's a signature of theirs.

[@robertomangegali1748]

Classic IV cover is amazing

[@gerhardbraatz6305]

I think you would also enjoy the live version of this.

[@alanjones4358]

Suggestion: Bill Withers: "Use Me"

[@cameronstestingart794]

This was a great cover, they made it their own! React to original by the Classics IV, def a banger. Hint, the original has a sax player you got to hear!!!

[@sherryarflin726]

Great song!

[@jakeelliot2868]

Although this is a very good cover version. Don't forget to give the original "Classics IV" version a listen. Here's a link. Check it out if you're interested. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGHEoK1-fKxrbc0

[@baronofgreymatter14]

The Real Me by the Who will knock you out. You want bad ass bass and drums? Thats the song.

[@gaylemitchell5881]

Great song

[@diogenesagogo]

Have you done Junior Walker & the All Stars' Road Runner yet? It's the best!

[@garfield122010]

Perfect headphone music ❤️

[@michaelakkerman407]

ARS- So into You.

[@ottohouska647]

As far as unique drummers go, check out how Omar Hakim puts a drum solo into a slow song. Early Sting, 'I burn for you ' kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZjbqmyigsekgMU

[@mannylopez42]

Groovy.

[@maryellenazack4466]

Georgia rythmn-A.R.S. 🍑

[@maryellenazack4466]

Should be your theme playing when we click on your site. 🥰

[@leticiaserna2924]

I think the original group is Classics IV

[@unrulyjulie4382]

I've never heard this version before. I think that I like the original better by the Classics IV. It was definitely funkier.

[@robertschiavone5159]

Check out the Climax Blues Band couldn't get it right is the name of the song

[@notgivennotgiven7776]

That was tasty

[@philkaiser2313]

Peace

[@deanlayman9200]

check out the song lois malone

[@erikb9675]

For a real rocker- try Homesick by them.

[@markd9130]

I'd like to know what type of Jazz you listen to. Who/What impresses you? I could use an education...especially with newer artists.

[@31carrier]

Skip Peter and Gordon Please go to Eric Burdon's Monterey actually sometime it would be worth checking out the whole 1967 Monterey Festival there are many videos to choose from including a great one of Janis Joplin and I think you would like the song by Eric Burdon When I was Young

[@1bigrowdy]

There is an outtakes video of Monterey I found the other day .Starts out with The Association and end with The Who pretty damn good

[@JAMESMOORE-gq4vv]

What Up WB, should have done the video, I like HOMESICK!

[@dougthePogingguitarist]

how about Police Police by Atlanta Rhythm Section

[@joemercury100]

Classics IV is a bit smoother, imho.

[@stephenbrown199]

Check out doraville, I grew up 5 mins from them in Chamblee ga

[@stevecrisell9091]

I'd imagine you'll like "East River" By the Brecker Brothers.

[@neyneyNunya]

Love ARS

[@mbsnyderc]

Junkin to get a more rockin feel.

[@sandylee6025]

Try Imaginary Lover!

[@michaelmolloy6697]

The classics four was the original and best in my opinion but ARS does a very good job

[@johnJohnson-vm7oy]

Play Fresh Air by Quick Silver Messanger Service.

[@prometheus7615]

Not as good as the original: Classics lV, just one person's opinion.

[@rickyprice7597]

I like the Classics IV version pretty good, but prefer this one for the guitars.

[@josecastellanos5187]

Most if these guys were in The Classics lV

[@diogenesagogo]

@@rickyprice7597 Personally I prefer the bell=like guitar on the original. And the vocals.

[@kenperk9854]

@@diogenesagogo yeah but this version features the great Barry Bailey's incredible guitar playing giveing ARS the edge.

[@scot60]

I disagree. This version is better than the original

[@mng7096]

Level42 Children Say.

[@Spazzmatazzz]

I'd bet money your dad has heard this song! ☻☺