WOW!| FIRST TIME HEARING The Atlanta Rhythm Section - Imaginary Lover REACTION

[@markfadness9204]

"Imaginary Lover" was the 2nd of Atlanta Rhythm Section's 2 Top 10 hits. The first was "So Into You" which peaked @ #7 in 1977 and "Imaginary Lover" also peaked @ #7 in 1978.

[@fastecp1]

They reacted to "So Into You" about 4 months ago, but I think they forgot.

[@UTubeHandlesSuck]

@@fastecp1 Yup. Second time in a week they've announced a "new band" that they've already reacted to.

[@markfadness9204]

@@fastecp1 Yeah, I thought so.

[@you2449]

@@fastecp1 LOL. but honestly I dunno How they can remember all these Bands and names!! But Yeah, I'll look for their reaction to So Into You.

[@scottwilliams8334]

They do all the time.

[@danbenedict8375]

Love ARS. If you want real baby making music, you need to listen to So Into You. Spooky is another great song. A total vibe with two guitar solos and one keyboard solo

[@UTubeHandlesSuck]

You need to watch them do So Into You, so here it is: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5ObiJ6bl7Wkm7s

[@maryellenazack4466]

SPooky 👍👍👍

[@timr5490]

upvote Spooky, its so funky.

[@collettdave]

It's great to see you two enjoying the music of my time! The 70's were amazing🎼🎶🎵🎸

[@collettdave]

You should have experienced AM radio back in the day!!

[@MediocreComedian]

You got that right!

[@scottwilliams8334]

Not just music, but everything was better, food, music, movies, and especially people.

[@derekdonnell6503]

AND THE 80S 😆😆😆!!!

[@collettdave]

@@scottwilliams8334 If you look at any random picture of folks in the 70's everyone is lean! Fewer choices but better choices!

[@Robsan40]

I can't believe they forgot that they already reacted to this band 4 months ago, with "So into you". For a great band you haven't covered yet, I recommend one of the 60's most memorable bands, The Union Gap. "Young Girl" was their biggest hit.

[@stevedem76]

That's a cool song, but I always liked better "Woman (have you got cheating on your mind?)".

[@Robsan40]

@@stevedem76 - it's a tossup for me.

[@John_Locke_108]

This song gives me chills every time. That vocal is haunting.

[@laraismyname821]

LOL.Another of those catchy songs that I had NO IDEA what it was about until well into adulthood. Right up there with 'Afternoon Delight' & 'She Bop'.

[@patrickb4877]

RIP Ronnie Hammond (lead vocals)! Another great Macon, Georgia musician!

[@kbusby4824]

Agreed.

[@neilmccomsey9550]

Mylon Lefevre

[@cameo_celeste]

Mylon LeFevre was lead vocals on Imaginary Lover and So Into You. I don’t know if he did any other vocals for them or not. He went on to sing gospel after his stint with ARS. RIP Mylon Lefevre. Died Sept. 8, 2023 of cancer.

[@patrickb4877]

@@cameo_celeste LeFevre sang on one song with ARS, "Jesus Hearted People." Show me your reference that he was lead on "Imaginary Lover." He wasn't even near the band when they recorded the album "Champagne Jam" on which this song appeared.

[@debbiel.1655]

yes, this song is sneaky but not so sneaky in its implication..".Imaginary lover...satisfaction guaranteed"...a little naughty:)

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you'll love their "Spooky" !! edit- you reacted to their song "So Into You" May 30, 2023.

[@LaserRanger15]

Yes, Spooky. Suggested that also.

[@ZG1967]

Yes "Spooky"! ...been wanting to see Jay and Amber's reaction to that for a while

[@timme2844]

Thank you! I thought I heard Amber say new band and I thought wait the did so into you...I know they did so into you.... lol

[@surlechapeau]

@@timme2844 You're welcome!

[@vickeyadkins1481]

How about Champagne Jam?

[@MairaGracias]

La mejor música de ayer y de siempre. Atlanta,espectacular

[@violetflame23]

ARS - one of the most underrated bands of the 70s. Love Ronnie Hammond's voice and especially Barry Bailey's tasty guitar riffs.

[@WebbsWeb]

I grew up in Atlanta. I have seen ARS and sat backstage with them many times. Great music, great people, and great times!

[@wallacewhipps1206]

Atlanta Rhythm Section Songs: Alien, Do It or Die, Champagne Jam, I’m Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight, Spooky, So into You. All great songs.

[@yelnek4548]

Georgia Rhythm!

[@savageman2194]

All of this.

[@stevemancuso9236]

Boogie Smoogie, Crazy, Another Cuban Crisis, Silent Treatment, Blues In Maude's Flat, etc... etc....

[@RicoCosta317]

About fantasies about you-know-what 😂

[@petertrent4797]

You need to check out the Classic IV. Two of ARS members were original members of the band. The sound is similar. Spooky, Traces, Sunny and Stormy are some of their hits.

[@Straydogger]

J.R. Cobb and bandmate Dean Daughtry from Classic IV later became part of the Atlanta Rhythm Section and re-recorded "Spooky" in 1979.

[@davidahart2113]

Featuring Dennis Yost on vocals.

[@williammckay9229]

CLASSICS 4

[@info267]

We just lost Dean Daughtry at the beginning of this year. Jan 26,2023.@@Straydogger

[@martymccoy6475]

Yes, the song is about what you think it's about.

[@TheMkarr]

How you know ?

[@Gr8ApeKat]

Love the smooth rhythm, yet rock edges to it. I get similar vibes from “I Can’t Tell You Why” by The Eagles done in their later period.

[@keymack2477]

The 70's? The South? Ozark Mountain Daredevils performing "If You Want To Get To Heaven" is one you can't miss!

[@gwensnyder8313]

They reacted to it three months ago.

[@keymack2477]

@@gwensnyder8313 Thank you - must have missed it. I'll go find it now!

[@orcoastgal]

Youve done ARS once before, I am SO glad you are finally checking these guys out again! I was a personal friend of the bassist. Paul Goddard... amazing human being. Oh, and amazing bassist! He's in the GA Rock & Roll Haal of Fame for the best live bass solo ever! (Champagne Jam)

[@larrywelch9738]

I went to school with Paul from the 6th grade thru high school. He was a really good guy. He tried to teach me how to play a guitar but I just don't have any talent.

[@orcoastgal]

@@larrywelch9738 cool story! I worked with Paul at a small company in Alpharetta.

[@karenf1225]

"I'm Not Gonna Let it Bother Me Tonight" is a really fun one..😊

[@StanRiddle]

Our high school won a contest from Care Free Gum. ARS played a concert in our high school gym-about 1977-78.

[@darylporter4005]

Grew up in Doraville less than 5 miles from where they recorded!

[@BeckyLStoutWriter]

Might wanna listen to some more from The Band. RIP Robbie Robertson.

[@db-gb5xi]

Oh wow, hadn't heard. They could also listen to some of his solo stuff like Showdown at Big Sky or Broken Arrow or Somewhere Down the Crazy River.

[@John_Locke_108]

RIP. Another legemd gone.

[@andrew348]

The playing for change cover of The Weight (featuring Robbie Robertson) would be a great reaction

[@BeckyLStoutWriter]

@@andrew348 YES!

[@Whistler33]

One of my favorite bands from my Home state! Can’t go wrong with A. R. S.

[@pamelawertz498]

Another late 70's vibe you need to check out is Pablo Cruise! Love Will Find a Way & Whatcha Gonna Do were big hits with a smooth groove.

[@terryhibbett9026]

Went to see them live many times in Atlanta at the Fox Theater and Champagne Jam concerts in the 70’s. Great band and great song. Thanks for bringing back the memories guys!

[@sallyatticum]

I went to a Champagne Jam on New Years Eve 1978 in West Palm Beach. The Guess Who opened for them.

[@terryhibbett9026]

Try this song from 1971, "Can't Stand It No More" great song from ARS!

[@bryangriffin2093]

You guys have just scratched the surface with this band. I'm not going to let it bother me tonight, Georgia rhythm, Doraville just to name a few.

[@cathybuchanan1747]

I still love Doraville.

[@raymondreid4987]

This is one of the great songs written. The arrangement is incredible and very jazzy.

[@joelstarkey1143]

Oh wow... I forgot about this one! So smooth...

[@blackblake3658]

I remember this song. It always seemed so long on the radio.

[@armandoperez7967]

A true classic! Memories come flooding back!

[@debibailey2968]

Been so excited for you to react to this group! They're one of my go to's for relaxing at work!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤. All of their songs are fantastic!!!!! Champagne Jam, Not Gonna Let It Bother Me, Spooky and so many more!!!

[@westlod]

Yes, not going to let it bother me tonight is my favorite from them.

[@kingmanarizona2661]

I only wish they would be truthful. They are beginning to say this frequently now. They have DONE THEM BEFORE! kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5ObiJ6bl7Wkm7s

[@williameller7002]

I simply loved this band.

[@dalebroome8953]

Love this song

[@rickeyjay7164]

Great reaction. It doesn’t take much imagination to figure out what this tune is really about. 🤭 At the time word got around that a radio deejay somewhere in the Midwest accidentally played the album version (33 1/3 RPM) at single speed (45 RPM) - faster, obviously -and the listening audience thought it was Fleetwood Mac (Stevie on vocals) !!! I had the album, tried it, and ….TRUE! Wild! I recorded it on cassette and played it for years!! I wish there was someway you two could hear it!!

[@johnmezes9368]

This song represents anyone who ever fantasized about someone in "that way". If you're lucky, an imaginary lover won't disappoint you, LOL. ARS is a lot of fun to listen to, with some great songs. Happy listening RSR.

[@dougmcintosh2466]

Most people don’t know that that’s what they’re talking about lol😂

[@anan0moose]

@@dougmcintosh2466 Other songs have suggested how, this is the only song that explains why.

[@tonyfred123]

Another Man's Woman by this group has the most wicked Bass solo you will ever hear. You both would love it!

[@joelwatts5260]

Are you ready! The live album from '79. That solo is incredible.

[@tonyfred123]

@joelwatts5260 Paul was the man. Saw them live several times back then. I was 23 in 1979. What a time to be alive if you love music. Incredible.

[@martymccoy6475]

Goddard was a beast on the bass

[@joelwatts5260]

@@tonyfred123 I was only 11 in '79 but I knew when I heard good music. What a great time to be growing up.

[@glassontherocks]

Lobo "Don't expect me to be your friend" (Actually a great love story.)

[@wotgM316]

Lobo "Where were you when I was falling in love?"

[@christophermorrison1986]

If you like a cool 70's classic with an outstanding sax solo (2) I suggest Michael Stanley Band - Lets Get the Show on the Road

[@ytjake789]

"So Into You" by ARS is fantastic.

[@karenf1225]

I think you did ARS a little while back. Didn't you do ",So Into You"?? I believe Amber especially loved it. 😜

[@blacksox2730]

Great band from the 70’s. They hosted concerts at Georgia Tech’s Grant Field in 1978 and 1979 called The Champaign Jam. (Named for their song, you’d luv it). I attended the 79 concert. Twelve hours, six bands for $25.00. (25 bucks went a long ways in those days) Line up included Aerosmith, the Cars, A R S and Mother’s Finest ( To me, they stole the show!) Check out Champaign Jam next, great song.

[@TracyfromNC]

Mothers Finest is so great, I've seen them here in NC about 12 times. They are legendary black metal funk and I've worn out their album, Another Morher Further"

[@sallyphillips9175]

"Champagne Jam" MUST be your next one from ARS! "We're gonna have us a champagne jam ....!"

[@LisafromFL]

Hey guys y'all have listened to this group before. U listened to so into you a few months ago.luv the reaction!!

[@randytorres8211]

Some members of the 60s band, Dennis Yost & the Classics IV, left the band in 1970 to work in recording sessions and form what became the Atlanta Rhythm Section.

[@tammycosby4495]

OMG! You have got to check out So Into You, Georgia Rhythm, Doraville (which is an Atlanta suburb) Champagne Jam. They had so many hits and such a wide variety of ‘Southern’ rock. They’re from Georgia. Back in the 70s, the hosted a huge New Year’s Eve party called The Champagne Jam. It was THE place to be, kind of like Atlanta’s version of the Times Square party.

[@bringingtolightnj9127]

Oh yeah... smooth but dirty. You guys got that right. This is on my all-time 100 top songs.

[@myownchannel247]

So into you is their most famous song and I think their best. They’re not southern rock, they’re pop/rock and found their way to FM radio 👍 great band

[@Jan82-x7n]

They did that one. I think they forgot already.

[@myownchannel247]

@@Jan82-x7n 👍

[@ptsteelers]

:Love this song, but their song Homesick is an absolute jam!! Sounds like Molly Hatchet meets Lynyrd Skynyrd to me

[@mikemiller3069]

"Spooky" was pretty popular too. It was originally done by Classics IV whom, from what I understand contained some members of ARS. The Classics IV version is cool but the Atlanta Rhythm Section version has more kickass harmonizing guitar leads and a cooler vibe.😎

[@ptsteelers]

@@mikemiller3069 Oh yeah, Spooky is certainly another good one.

[@stevemancuso9236]

Every song from the "Dog Days" album is great and worth a few reactions.

[@Zebred2001]

Robbie Robertson legendary co-founder of The Band just died. His Somewhere Down the Crazy River would make a great reaction.

[@wheelmobile33]

Back in my days when music was music

[@fredsaunchegrow5214]

Daughtry and Cobb were former members of the 60s group The Classics Four.

[@lonniestrickland6665]

Lets not forget "Homesick" "where were you in 69? Smokin dope and drinkin wine"

[@tinagoff3573]

“Spooky”next!! ❤❤

[@sedatedape315]

ARS has some of the nastiest, dirtiest, grungiest guitar playing...in a totally great way, that i can recall coming out of the 70's! I'm actually surprised it took this long for you guys to react to them. They were a strong staple in the 70's and could always find their music on radios and juke boxes.

[@chrisvanderhoof9990]

Great song, great '70's band. Always a pleasure to hear them. Like hearing an old friend!!

[@Tuesdays_Gone]

How I love ARS, and their front man, Ronnie Hammond. These guys were flawless. They were HUGE.

[@Betsymit]

Welcome to ARS!!! I'm from GA, and I can tell you that they were BIG in the 70s. There are so many songs you should check out. Champagne Jam, Spooky, Doraville (small town vibe),The Ballad of Lois Malone, Large Time, Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight. So many!!! I really hope you explore this band some more. ❤ from GA!!!

[@halhortonsworld5870]

I absolutory LOVE ARS. This is one of my all-time fav songs. It has been on every playlist I have ever had.

[@momeyerjr]

You actually did So into You about 4 months ago, great band Spooky is another good song

[@patternsoflife1211]

Oh this took me back to my teen years. Love this song.

[@LaserRanger15]

Such a good band. They formed in the next little town (Doraville) from where I live. Listen to "Spooky" if you get a chance.

[@ptr250]

Spooky belongs to the Classic IV

[@rickswhiskeyjourney]

You need to go right now, and buy their album "Champagne Jam"!!! Total classic, and probably the coolest album cover art of all time!!! 🥃

[@StevenPyles]

This was actually your second time hearing this band. You did So Into You a few months ago. Both are fantastic songs!

[@gistechrep3816]

Yay, you got to the Atlanta Rhythm Section! Always a great live show. So smooth...

[@victorkiser8301]

I saw them live in the '70s. A great band from Macon, GA. I loved the entire Champagne Jam album!

[@ussmccord]

Atlanta Rhythm Section - "Champagne Jam" is also great.

[@vincentvanellis650]

I thought you guys reacted to I am so into you by this group.

[@FredPena-rd5cf]

Yes! ARS is a great band. Southern Rock and at the same time a band that was unique compared to most mainstream southern rock bands.

[@mitchelperkins6723]

Seen these guys in concert 3 times. Awesome band from my era growing up. Also listen to Champagne Jam. My older brother and I were at the Champagne Jam in Macon Ga. Amazing outdoor concert!

[@ronbrown912]

Always go for the long versions of any ARS song. Gotta love the groove

[@KellyShaw-w1z]

So smooth. I believe you have listened to them before, a song called So Into You. Another smooth song. Loved this band. ❤️

[@davidteller7681]

Gotta do "Champaign Jam"...it's got a great bass solo by Paul Goddard "Doraville" is another good one

[@ms.shay678]

Love you Jay and Amber.. Bless you.

[@MediocreComedian]

You guys rock! I hadn’t heard this in so long I forgot about it. Your reactions are the best. I never miss them 😍🥰

[@mikefixx7177]

What a great classic song ! Love the 70s

[@jdw5678]

Great choice -- ARS was one of the finest American bands of the late '70s, with a smooth touch of southern blues-infused rock and pop. As others have suggested, next up should be their other Top 10 hit, "So Into You," with a tasty touch of funk. There's also their cover of the '60s hit "Spooky," plus the boogie tunes "Champagne Jam" and "Alien," and the acoustic ballad "Do It Or Die."

[@kevinjamess1]

havent heard that one in years..love hearing it and as always your reactions to 70's great tunes

[@mrsteve3527]

Saw them in an outdoor concert many years ago- they were amazing.

[@hog7203]

Southern Rock, disco style. I remember hearing this, and So Into You when we'd go to a disco. I saw these guys back in the 70s several times. Once in a little bar, which was probably my favorite performance by them. They would stretch their songs out live, and let the guitarists jam. One of my favorite all time concerts was seeing these guys and Wet Willie. Both bands are so much better live. Check out their song, Another Man's Woman. It's a long jam with a badass bass solo in it.

[@karengoodenough827]

Not gonna let it bother me tonight and champagne jam are two others you should definitely check out, still love this band all these years later

[@blackprix]

Being from Atlanta, Atlanta rhythm section was huge in these parts! Next song you need to react to is “So Into You”. Everybody would sing this when it came on the radio. And the decade of the 70s had some of the greatest music with all genres making the charts.

[@danbaranowski8580]

Welcome to Yacht Rock. So Into You and Spooky are a couple more of their hits.

[@diannebleacher6156]

Such an awesome song!! I have always loved it’s sultry vibes! ❤

[@honeybrown1997]

Your reaction to Sanford Townsend band appeared in my feed, and I immediately came to your channel to see if you had reactions to ARS. And here we are! Omigoodness, I loved the late, great Ronnie Hammond's voice. "So Into You". Just...omigoodness. If you're in the mood for some great southern funk, check out the band DAG from Raleigh, North Carolina. Unfortunately, they're no longer together. The song to start with is "Our Love Would Be Much Better (If I Gave a Damn About You)". Best song Prince never recorded.

[@StarGeezerTim]

Excellent pick! Really talented group! Give "Champaign Jam" a try, it's a great vibe!

[@richardconnolly4835]

So Into You has to be your next reaction - a total bluesy jam.

[@surlechapeau]

they reacted to it May 30,2023

[@jameshouston2174]

Worked back stage at 2 of their Tallahassee shows back in the day…great group of guys…..and great vibe

[@LearningJeff]

Atl Rythm Sec used to headline a big music festival at Ga Tech’s stadium in the late ‘70s. Champagne Jam, with groups like Mothers Finest, Humble Pie etc. Good Music

[@jerrywoods4845]

Top 10 all rime for me. Satisfaction guaranteed!!

[@themominator4745]

Just more proof of amazing 70's music✌️❤

[@jjr007]

In other words, "sex is like a card game, if you have a good hand, you don't need a partner".

[@dunringill1747]

This is a classic. Another great hit of theirs would be "So Into You". Also check out "I’m Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight" & "Spooky", among others.

[@rickfarrell3301]

This song brings back great memories of my 1st concert. It was Summer Jam 78 at the Providence Civic Center in Providence RI. The lineup was Foghat, Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow, Sweet and ARS. You wouldn't think they would fit into that lineup but they absolutely di d. Just an amazing first concert and I would be remissed not to mention it was on my 16 birthday!

[@armandogarza6181]

This song was a huge late 70s hit for ARS. Really liked it then and still sounds as good today. Cheers guys!

[@tennesseeridgerunner5992]

When I was a kid growing up in Tennessee in the late 70s, ARS were huge second only to Skynyrd. ARS had a groove that, well all Southern rock (isn't all rock Southern in origin?) has a groove but Atlanta Rhythm Section had a groove that was sultrier and sleeker than their contemporaries. I am so glad ya'll liked it and would encourage ya'll to check out "So Into You" or "Champagne Jam".

[@One-n-only..BrooklynRed]

Guys.. Guys GUYS!!! YOU GOTTA HEAR.. SO INTO YOU! I don't know how else to describe except to say it sounds like October. It's sooooooo good! You're gonna love it!!! Love from Brooklyn , ~Red

[@kejo7779]

So Into You, Spooky and a little gem called Alien...all fire!

[@acb9231]

Great song, great band! One of my faves by them. This song makes me think of a long day at work, you stop off at a bar on the way home, there’s practically nobody in the place, Imaginary Lover is playing on the juke box, you order a bourbon, you call your wife to come join you, she says she’ll be right there, you then notice an attractive woman on the other side of the bar checking you out, you both smile at each other, you’re thinking you still got it, then your wife strolls right up next to you and gives you the biggest hug and kiss, you happen to look across the bar, and the woman is gone, but you don’t care because you realize how good you have it. ✌️

[@chuck4tnvols681]

Great band from the 70's! Too many songs to list,southern rock at it's best!