Georgia Satellites Will Probably Not Reunite – Enjoy “Lightnin’ in a Bottle”

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Georgia Satellites, along with Jellyfish, are probably one of the true rock bands from the late Eighties that will never reunite.

After releasing their masterpiece Land of Salvation and Sin, frontman Dan Baird went on to Love You Period. And then ride off into the world of cult figure status.

Carrying on here and there with guitarist singer Rich Richards (who also sings some of Georgia Satellites finest songs), the original lineup has sadly never formally reconvened. 

And probably never will.

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So for the die-hards and super fans, Lightnin’ in a Bottle: The Official Live Album captures The Georgia Satellites in all their prime rock & roll glory.

Previously unreleased, Lightnin’ in a Bottle features an 18-song set at  Cleveland’s Peabody’s in 1988. It was captured just a few months after the release of the Atlanta band’s slightly disappointing second album – Open All Night. 

About a year or so after the band had a surprise hit with “Keep Your Hands to Yourself.”

Lightnin’ in a Bottle includes a mix of songs off the band’s self-titled debut, the aforementioned Open All Night, along with a number of covers, like the Ramones’ “I Wanna Be Sedated,” George Jones’ “White Lightnin’,” and Chuck Berry’s “Run Run Rudolph.” 

The band’s version of “Hippy Hippy Shake,” which most famously appeared on the soundtrack to Tom Cruise’s 1988 bartender movie Cocktail, also pops up.

Another interesting inclusion is Joe South’s Games People Play, which appeared on their last album.

There’s nothing here that will disappoint. Unless you are a nitpicker and complain that the overall sound is just a step ahead of a remaster radio broadcast (which it just may be).

Folks – since Georgia Satellites ain’t coming back – enjoy the HELL out of this one!

Break out a Schlitz while you are at it!

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Lightnin’ in a Bottle reviews:

“This is the Satellites as they were meant to be heard: raw, raucous, and rocking their hearts out. ‘Lightning in a Bottle’ captures the band at their peak, tearing through their own hits and classic covers with infectious energy.  A must-have for any fan of Southern-fried rock ‘n’ roll.” –  Tinnitist

 “‘Lightning in a Bottle’ is a testament to the Georgia Satellites’ power as a live act.  The band is on fire from start to finish, delivering a setlist packed with their signature blend of hard rock, blues, and country.  The energy is palpable, and the performances are top-notch.” – deKe’s Vinyl Reviews & More

 “If you’ve never seen the Georgia Satellites live, ‘Lightning in a Bottle’ is the next best thing.  This album perfectly captures the band’s raw energy and infectious stage presence.  From their own hits like ‘Keep Your Hands to Yourself’ to their fiery covers of classics like ‘Hippy Hippy Shake,’ the Satellites deliver a non-stop rock ‘n’ roll party.” –  Amazon customer review

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