The Amazing Rhythm Aces “Third Rate Romance” is a song written by #RussellSmith, first recorded in Montreal in 1974 by #JesseWinchester and his band the Rhythm Aces, assisted by Smith. It became a hit the following year by the newly re-formed Amazing Rhythm Aces on its 1975 album Stacked Deck. It was the band’s debut single, reaching No.11 on the U.S. country singles chart and No.14 on the Billboard Hot 100,as well as No.1 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks and Top Singles charts. #amazingrhythm