Baton Rouge

The Profile

Baton Rouge are an American hard rock band formed in Louisiana in the late 1980s, fronted by Kelly Keeling. Signed to Atlantic Records, they released the albums Shake Your Soul (1990) and Lights Out on the Playground (1991).

Formed in Louisiana (1987) and later moved to Los Angeles. Signed to Atlantic Records. Debut album: Shake Your Soul (1990). Follow-up: Lights Out on the Playground (1991). Fronted by Kelly Keeling. Style blends hard rock with AOR and arena-sized choruses.

A single, glowing review reappraises Baton Rouge’s 1990 debut Shake Your Soul as a warm, Louisiana-bred hard rock record with AOR hooks and arena-sized choruses. It recalls the band’s 1987 origins, move to Los Angeles, and Atlantic Records debut, praising songwriting, production, and standout tracks. The piece urges listeners to revisit the album without prejudice.