BIOGRAPHY
.38 Special is an American rock band that formed in Jacksonville, Florida, in 1974. The band's name refers to a .38 Special revolver cartridge. Initially, .38 Special's music meshed Southern rock, blues, and hard rock, but they later shifted more towards a pop-rock sound.
.38 Special found mainstream success in the 1980s with a string of hits, including "Hold On Loosely," "Caught Up in You," "Fantasy Girl," and "Second Chance." These songs helped solidify their reputation as a prominent band in the Southern rock and arena rock scenes. Despite lineup changes over the years, .38 Special has maintained a loyal fan base and continues to tour and perform.