Atlanta Rhythm Section (ARS) is an American southern rock band that formed in Doraville, Georgia, in 1971. The band's original members were Rodney Justo (vocals), Barry Bailey (guitar), Dean Daughtry (keyboards), Robert Nix (drums), J.R. Cobb (guitar), and Paul Goddard (bass).

Their first album, "Atlanta Rhythm Section," was released in 1972 and included the hit single "So Into You," which reached No. 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The band's sound was characterized by a mix of rock, country, and blues, with smooth vocal harmonies and intricate guitar work.

Over the years, the band underwent several personnel changes, with various members coming and going. Among the most notable replacements were Ronnie Hammond, who replaced Justo as lead vocalist in 1972, and Steve Stone, who replaced Bailey on guitar in 1983.

Throughout the 1970s and early 1980s, Atlanta Rhythm Section enjoyed a string of successful albums and hit singles, including "Champagne Jam," "Imaginary Lover," "Do It or Die," and "Spooky." Their music was a staple on FM radio and helped define the sound of southern rock during the era.

Today, Atlanta Rhythm Section continues to tour and perform, with Daughtry and Cobb as the only remaining original members. Despite their many lineup changes over the years, the band's music remains popular among fans of classic southern rock.

From Doraville, Georgia.  My favorite southern rock band. -GSH

• Barry Bailey - guitar - b. June 12, 1948, Decatur, Georgia - formerly with The Imperials, The Vons, Wayne Loguidice and the Kommotions, and The Candymen.
• Rodney Justo - vocals - formerly with The Candymen.
• Paul Goddard - bass - b. June 23, 1945, Rome, Georgia.
• Robert Nix - drums/vocals - formerly with The Candymen.
• J. R. Cobb - guitar/vocals - b. February 5, 1944, Birmingham, Alabama - formerly with The Classics IV.
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards - b. September 8, 1946, Kinston, Alabama d. January 26, 2023 - formerly with The Candymen and The Classics IV.

The Candymen often performed as the backing band of Roy Orbison.

Album:

1. "Atlanta Rhythm Section" (1972)

• Barry Bailey - guitar
• Paul Goddard - bass
• Robert Nix - drums/vocals
• J. R. Cobb - guitar/vocals
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Ronnie Hammond - vocals - b. Macon, Georgia - formerly with The Celtics.

1. "Back Up Against the Wall" (1973)
2. "Third Annual Pipe Dream" (1974) - Single: "Doraville"
3. "Dog Days" (1975)
4. "Red Tape" (1976)
5. "A Rock and Roll Alternative" (1977) - Single: "So In To You"
6. "Atlanta Rhythm Section" (1977)
7. "Champagne Jam" (1978) - Singles: "I'm Not Gonna Let It Bother Me Tonight", "Imaginary Lover"
8. "Are You Ready!" (live) (1979)
9. "Underdog" (1979) - Singles: "Do It Or Die", "Spooky"
10. "The Boys from Doraville" (1980)
11. "Quinella" (1981) - Single: "Alien"
12. "Live At The Savoy, New York - October 27, 1981" (2000)
    

• Buddy Buie - former producer/manager for The Classics IV.
• Barry Bailey - guitar
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Ronnie Hammond - vocals
• Steve Stone - guitar
• Sean Burke - drums
• J. E. Garnett - bass

• Buddy Buie - 
• Barry Bailey - guitar
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Ronnie Hammond - vocals
• Steve Stone - guitar
• Sean Burke - drums
• Justin Senker - bass

1. "Truth in a Structured Form" (1989)

• Barry Bailey - guitar
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Ronnie Hammond - vocals
• Steve Stone - guitar
• Justin Senker - bass
• R. J. Vealey - drums - d. November 13, 1999 (heart attack)

1. "Partly Plugged" (1997)
2. "Eufaula" (1999)

• Barry Bailey - guitar
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Ronnie Hammond - vocals
• Steve Stone - guitar
• Justin Senker - bass
• Jim Keeling - drums

• Barry Bailey - guitar
• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Steve Stone - guitar
• Justin Senker - bass
• Jim Keeling - drums
• Andy Anderson - vocals

• Dean Daughtry - keyboards
• Steve Stone - guitar
• Justin Senker - bass
• Jim Keeling - drums
• Andy Anderson - vocals
• Alan Accardi - guitar - b. Nashville, Tennessee, USA.

• Dean Daughtry - keyboards/vocals
• Steve Stone - guitar/vocals
• Justin Senker - bass
• Jim Keeling - drums
• Andy Anderson - vocals
• David Anderson - guitar/vocals - b. Huntsville, Alabama, USA.

1. "The Best of Atlanta Rhythm Section" (1991)
2. "Greatest Hits" (1997)
3. "The Best Of Atlanta Rhythm Section" (1997) - re-recorded versions of classic songs...great stuff with extended guitar solos, but I still prefer the original versions.
   
4. "Backtracks" (1999)
5. "The Best Of Atlanta Rhythm Section: The Millenium Collection" (2000)
   

1. "Champagne Jam - Live" (2007) - DVD
2. "Live at Stabler Arena" - DVD - Recorded in December 2003; you can order this from the official Atlanta Rhythm Section  Home Page.
   

• The Atlanta Rhythm Section - Home Page
• Atlanta Rhythm Section