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.38 Special (band)
38 Special, often stylized as .38 Special or spelled out as Thirty-eight Special, is an American rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1974 by singer-guitarists Donald Newton "Donnie" Van Zant (born June 11, 1952) and Richard Donald "Don" Barnes (born December 3, 1952). They are known for their hit songs, including "Hold On Loosely" and " Caught Up in You", among various other Top 40 hits on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100 during the 1980s and early 1990s, including “Fantasy Girl”, "Rockin' into the Night", "You Keep Runnin' Away", "If I'd Been the One", "Back Where You Belong", " Teacher, Teacher", "Like No Other Night", " Second Chance" and "The Sound of Your Voice". History 1970s Donnie Van Zant is the younger brother of Lynyrd Skynyrd co-founder and frontman Ronnie Van Zant. Donnie began playing music during his teen years. He formed a band, the Other Side, in 1965, and later Sons of Satan, which changed its name to Standard Production in 1968. In 1969, he ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Jacksonville, Florida
Jacksonville ( ) is the most populous city proper in the U.S. state of Florida, located on the Atlantic coast of North Florida, northeastern Florida. It is the county seat of Duval County, Florida, Duval County, with which the City of Jacksonville Jacksonville Consolidation, consolidated in 1968. It was the List of United States cities by area, largest city by area in the contiguous United States as of 2020, and became the 10th List of United States cities by population, largest U.S. city by population in 2023. Jacksonville straddles the St. Johns River in the First Coast region of northeastern Florida, about south of the Georgia state line ( to the urban core/downtown) and north of Miami. The Jacksonville Beaches communities are along the adjacent Atlantic coast. The area was originally inhabited by the Timucua people, and in 1564 was the site of the French colony of Fort Caroline, one of the earliest European settlements in what is now the continental United States. Under B ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Hold On Loosely
"Hold On Loosely" is a song by American rock band .38 Special, released by A&M Records on their 1981 studio album '' Wild-Eyed Southern Boys''. Release Released as the lead single from the album, the song reached No. 3 on the US ''Billboard'' Rock Tracks chart, No. 27 on the US ''Billboard'' Hot 100, and No. 32 in Canada. It later appeared on their 1987 compilation album '' Flashback: The Best of 38 Special'' and their 1999 live album '' Live at Sturgis''. It was the 13th music video to be played on the day that MTV debuted in 1981. Don Barnes sang lead vocals on the song. ''Record World'' said that "Rip-roarin' guitars slash away at the dual-drum rhythm section while Don Barnes' convincing lead vocal handles the bold hook." Origin Barnes going through a difficult time in his marriage, lamented that his wife was not being more supportive of his career aspirations. He presented a seed idea for a song to co-writer Jim Peterik, asking what he thought of the title "Hold On Loos ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Lynyrd Skynyrd (, ) is an American Rock music, rock band formed in Jacksonville, Florida in 1964. The group originally formed as My Backyard and comprised Ronnie Van Zant (vocals), Gary Rossington (guitar), Allen Collins (guitar), Larry Junstrom (bass), and Bob Burns (drummer), Bob Burns (drums). The band spent four years touring small venues under various names and with several lineup changes before deciding on "Lynyrd Skynyrd" in 1968. The band released its first album, ''(Pronounced 'Lĕh-'nérd 'Skin-'nérd)'', in 1973. By then, they had settled on a lineup that included bassist Leon Wilkeson, keyboardist Billy Powell, and guitarist Ed King. Burns left and was replaced by Artimus Pyle in 1974. King left in 1975 and was replaced by Steve Gaines in 1976. At the height of their fame in the 1970s, the band popularized the Southern rock genre with songs such as "Sweet Home Alabama" and "Free Bird". After releasing five studio albums and one live album, the band's career was abruptl ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
The Sound Of Your Voice
''The'' is a grammatical article in English, denoting nouns that are already or about to be mentioned, under discussion, implied or otherwise presumed familiar to listeners, readers, or speakers. It is the definite article in English. ''The'' is the most frequently used word in the English language; studies and analyses of texts have found it to account for seven percent of all printed English-language words. It is derived from gendered articles in Old English which combined in Middle English and now has a single form used with nouns of any gender. The word can be used with both singular and plural nouns, and with a noun that starts with any letter. This is different from many other languages, which have different forms of the definite article for different genders or numbers. Pronunciation In most dialects, "the" is pronounced as (with the voiced dental fricative followed by a schwa) when followed by a consonant sound, and as (homophone of the archaic pronoun ''thee'' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Second Chance (38 Special Song)
"Second Chance" is a song by American rock band 38 Special, from their eighth studio album, 1988's '' Rock & Roll Strategy''. Written by keyboardist Max Carl, guitarist Jeff Carlisi and Cal Curtis, the rock ballad was released as the album's second single becoming the band's highest-charting song in the United States. This song, of which Carl was the lead vocalist, showcases a stylistic departure from their signature Southern Rock sound. Background and composition "Second Chance" began as a song written by Jeff Carlisi and Cal Curtis in 1983 entitled "I Never Wanted Anyone Else But You," which was only recorded as a demo; according to Carlisi, 38 Special's original frontman Don Barnes didn't feel that it was really a 38 Special song." When Max Carl replaced Don Barnes in 38 Special in 1988, Carlisi played the demo of "I Never Wanted Anyone Else But You" for Carl who remarked that "the guy in the song sounded like a real jerk"; Carlisi's reply: "yeah, but a lot of people have been ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Like No Other Night
"Like No Other Night" is a song by American rock band 38 Special and the lead single from their seventh studio album '' Strength in Numbers'' (1986). Critical reception Mike DeGagne of AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All-Music Guide and AMG) is an American online database, online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on Musical artist, musicians and Mus ... commented the song "can't compare to previous efforts like " If I'd Been the One," " Back Where You Belong," or " Teacher Teacher". Charts References {{38 Special 1986 singles 1986 songs 38 Special (band) songs Song recordings produced by Keith Olsen Songs written by Don Barnes Songs written by Jim Vallance A&M Records singles ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Teacher, Teacher (38 Special Song)
"Teacher, Teacher" is a single by 38 Special from the soundtrack to the film ''Teachers''. It reached number 25 on the Billboard Hot 100 in November 1984. Don Barnes Richard Donald Barnes (born December 3, 1952) is an American rock vocalist and guitarist and one of the founding members of the Southern rock band 38 Special. Barnes performed lead vocals on nearly all of the group's biggest hits, including "R ... sang lead vocals on the song. Charts References 1984 songs 1984 singles 38 Special (band) songs Songs written by Jim Vallance Songs written by Bryan Adams Capitol Records singles Songs written for films Songs about educators {{1980s-rock-song-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Back Where You Belong
"Back Where You Belong" is a song by American rock band 38 Special and the second single from their sixth studio album '' Tour de Force'' (1983). Composition "Back Where You Belong" is a Southern rock song that combines guitars and keyboards in the instrumental. Lyrically, it is about the singer's wish for a lover who has left them to return and reconcile with them. Critical reception Bret Adams of AllMusic regarded "Back Where You Belong" as "more of a straightforward pop/rock song" than " If I'd Been the One", another track from ''Tour de Force''. Skip Anderson of ''Classic Rock History'' wrote that Rodney Mills' "production expertise helped craft the song's crisp and dynamic sound, highlighting the dual guitar interplay of Don Barnes and Jeff Carlisi, along with the robust rhythm section provided by bassist Larry Junstrom and drummer Steve Brookins. The track is driven by a powerful guitar riff and a hook-laden chorus that effectively captures the band's energetic style. The in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
If I'd Been The One
"If I'd Been the One" is a song by American rock band 38 Special and the lead single from their sixth studio album '' Tour de Force'' (1983). Critical reception Bret Adams of AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All-Music Guide and AMG) is an American online database, online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on Musical artist, musicians and Mus ... called the song a "stunner steeped in passionate vocals and simple but highly effective rhythm and lead guitar parts." Charts References {{38 Special 1983 singles 1983 songs 38 Special (band) songs Song recordings produced by Rodney Mills Songs written by Don Barnes Songs written by Jim Peterik A&M Records singles ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
You Keep Runnin' Away
"You Keep Runnin' Away" is a song by American rock band 38 Special and the second single from their fifth studio album ''Special Forces'' (1982). Critical reception Mark Coleman of ''Rolling Stone'' considered the song one of the few "minor delights" from the compilation album '' Flashback: The Best of 38 Special''. Mike DeGagne of AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All-Music Guide and AMG) is an American online database, online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on Musical artist, musicians and Mus ... had a favorable reaction toward the song for its chorus and "well-proportioned rhythms". Charts References {{38 Special 1982 singles 1982 songs 38 Special (band) songs Song recordings produced by Rodney Mills Songs written by Don Barnes Songs written by Jim Peterik A&M Records singles ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Rockin' Into The Night (song)
"Rockin' into the Night" is a song by American band 38 Special. Written by Gary Smith, Frank Sullivan and Jim Peterik of Survivor, it is the title song of 38 Special's third album, ''Rockin' into the Night''. The song reached number 43 on the ''Billboard'' Hot 100. Don Barnes sang lead vocals on the song. History The song was written by Survivor members Gary Smith, Frankie Sullivan and Jim Peterik, for their band to perform on their first album, ''Survivor''. Producer Ron Nevison Ron Nevison is an American record producer and audio engineer. He started his career in the early 1970s as an engineer on '' Quadrophenia'' by the Who and Bad Company's debut album. He eventually became a producer, working with artists includi ... felt the song was not right for the record, and the rough mix was given to 38 Special's manager, Mark Spector. The band re-recorded the tune and became 38 Special's first hit. References {{Authority control 1979 songs 1980 singles 38 Special (ba ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
Fantasy Girl
"Fantasy Girl" is a song by American rock band 38 Special and the second single from their fourth studio album '' Wild-Eyed Southern Boys'' (1981). Composition "Fantasy Girl" is a midtempo song composed of "melodic guitar lines" and includes a guitar solo. The lyrics depict a man longing for an ideal lover who only exists in his imagination. Critical reception ''Record World'' commented that the song has a "smooth vocal and a virtuoso guitar display." In his review of ''Wild-Eyed Southern Boys'', Mike DeGagne of AllMusic AllMusic (previously known as All-Music Guide and AMG) is an American online database, online music database. It catalogs more than three million album entries and 30 million tracks, as well as information on Musical artist, musicians and Mus ... considered "Fantasy Girl" among the tracks that "reveal a stronger regard for producing catchy and approachable rock & roll tunes." Charts References {{38 Special 1981 singles 1981 songs 38 Special (band) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] [Amazon] |
