Molly Hatchet are an American southern-rock band from Jacksonville, Florida, noted in reviews for a signature three-guitar lineup, Frazetta-style fantasy covers and strong early albums such as the self-titled debut and Flirtin' With Disaster. Danny Joe Brown is frequently cited as the defining early vocalist; the band has undergone many lineup changes over the years.

Origin: Jacksonville, Florida. Noted features in reviews: triple-guitar attack, Frank Frazetta artwork on covers, early lineup included Danny Joe Brown, Dave Hlubek, Duane Roland and Steve Holland; later lineups and a version led by Bobby Ingram are mentioned in reviews.

DeBaser reviews portray Molly Hatchet as a quintessential Jacksonville southern-rock outfit, famed for a three-guitar attack and Frazetta-style covers. Early albums (debut, Flirtin' With Disaster, Beatin' the Odds) are praised for guitar work and Danny Joe Brown's voice. Later records and reunions elicit mixed reactions; lineup changes and the passing of original members are noted.

For:Fans of southern rock, classic hard rock, and guitar-driven bands

 it’s the only one in their extensive discography that doesn’t have a crudely fantasy cover, usually filled with brawny warriors brandishing axes (hatchet).

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 I bought it when I was young solely and exclusively for the cover.

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 the whole album sounds decisive and inspired, although undoubtedly derivative, yet sincere and passionate.

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