Album: The Very Best of the A&M Years (1977–1988) by 38 Special (2003)
Genre: Rock | Style: Rock/Pop
Format: Compilation

Description: Fans looking for a smart, economical, and sharp-sounding overview of radio-friendly Southern rockers .38 Special will find much to love in the Very Best of the A&M Years (1977-1988). "Hold on Loosely," "Caught Up in You," "If I'd Been the One" and "Rockin' into the Night" are all present, as well as deeper cuts such as "Take Me Back" and "Wild-Eyed Southern Boys."

Artist Background: 38 Special (also written .38 Special or Thirty-Eight Special) is an American rock band that was formed by neighborhood friends Don Barnes and Donnie Van Zant in 1974 in Jacksonville, Florida. The band's first two albums had a strong southern rock influence. By the early 1980s, 38 Special shifted to a more accessible arena rock style without abandoning its southern rock roots. This shift helped to usher in a string of successful albums and singles. Their breakthrough hit was "Hold On Loosely" ... Part of the Jacksonville, Florida, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Music Scene: Part of the Jacksonville, Florida, USA music scene. Emerged in the 1970s era. Associated with Rock movement. Known for Rock/Pop style.

Tags: Rock, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Compilation


Fans looking for a smart, economical, and sharp-sounding overview of radio-friendly Southern rockers .38 Special will find much to love in the Very Best of the A&M Years (1977-1988). "Hold on Loosely," "Caught Up in You," "If I'd Been the One" and "Rockin' into the Night" are all present, as well as deeper cuts such as "Take Me Back" and "Wild-Eyed Southern Boys."

The Very Best of the A&M Years (1977–1988)

38 Special

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