The Georgia Thunderbolts
Mascot, 2020
8/10
Listen to The Georgia Thunderbolts
A new outfit from Rome, Georgia, The Georgia Thunderbolts are steeped in all the hallmarks of Southern Rock’n’Roll, where blues, gospel and classic rock enter their powerful formula.
The EP opens with the warm acoustic guitar of “Looking For An Old Friend”, as firm percussion and soaring vocals enter the country influenced setting that’s got plenty of soul, too, and “So You Wanna Change The World” follows with an initially thicker approach of Southern rock, before finding a calmer but no less impactful place to reside that alternates between crunchy and soothing ideas.
The back half of the quick listen offers the dynamic interplay of “Spirit Of A Workin’ Man”, which is a more forceful display of gritty rock that’s also grunge friendly, and “Set Me Free” finishes off the listen with plenty of rhythm, grooves and memorable riffs.
A band that would fit in well with ‘70s rock just as they would the mid ‘90s post-grunge period, The Georgia Thunderbolts are off to an impressive start with this very carefully executed debut that’s certain to bring them legions of new fans.
Travels well with: West Of Corey- Slammed; Les Nuby- Clouded