January 21, 2012 | Peachtree Tavern | Atlanta, GAWith a lineup like this,I knew this show was gonna rule. If Black Oak Arkansas is performing nearby, I make an effort to show up to experience their signature 'Raunch N Roll' sound and I've been keeping an ear on Six Shot Revival ever since they killed it at Nashville's Hard Rock Cafe. I had never heard Bigfoot, but I had no doubt they were gonna slay, and slay they did.
Bigfoot is a greasy and unkempt creature that smells like gasoline, looks like a biker gang, and sounds like Sturgis all jacked up on methamphetamine. So take a moment to stop readin' this junk, go grow a pair, and listen to Bigfoot.
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Six Shot Revival is a rock n roll band with a southern sway. I've had the pleasure of hearing them once before and they were just as great here; a sweaty, whiskey soaked group of fellas intent on getting you drunk on riffs and high on life.
Black Oak Arkansas is a damn national treasure. Reaching the height of their fame in the mid 1970's, I was surprised to find out that there is still an active incarnation. Jim Dandy Mangrum and Rickie Lee Reynolds are the two original members who play with a semi-regular band of musicians.
At first the thought of seeing Black Oak without a full original lineup seemed like maybe Jim and friends were just riding on the band that sold out arenas and played the 1974 California Jam to a crowd of around 250,000 rock and rollers. My reservations were put to rest as soon as I first saw the current lineup in Nashville - these guys are playing because it's what they love to do.
Jim Dandy , now in his 60's, shows no sign of slowing down. He's all over the place; belting out songs new and old with his signature down and dirty vocals while popping off jokes and stories in between songs. Rickie Lee Reynolds, BOA's other original member, is Jim's right-hand man and keeps the rhythm locked in while providing backup vocals when need be. The other members varies from show to show, but this particular night included George Hughen keeping the low end solid on bass guitar, Hal McCormack on fiery lead guitar, and Vic (?) keeping a steady beat on drums (normally Johnny Bolin).
If your a fan of Southern Rock and have a chance to see BOA, don't miss it!
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