What is pirates of the mississippi?

Pirates of the Mississippi was an American country music band formed in 1987. The band was originally made up of Rich Alves, Bill McCorvey, Jimmy Lowe, and Dean Townson, with Mark Jones later joining as the drummer.

The group quickly gained popularity in the country music scene, scoring numerous hits on the Billboard country singles charts throughout the 1990s. Some of their most well-known songs include "Feed Jake," "Honky Tonk Blues," and "Speak of the Devil."

Pirates of the Mississippi were known for their traditional country sound mixed with rock and roll influences. They released several albums on major record labels such as Capitol Records and Giant Records.

The band eventually disbanded in 1999, but they left a lasting impact on the country music world with their energetic performances and catchy songs. Members of the band continued to pursue music careers after the group's breakup, with some finding success as solo artists or in other bands.