Grass diagnosis help needed

I had the same issue years ago. The only thing that worked was mixing centipede seeds in with a bunch of the Scotts yard/starter soil (purchased in big bags from Lowes) with some grass mulch spread over the top to prevent erosion before roots can start. I even tried sod before this and even that didn't work but the seed/soil/mulch combo did. Good luck.

Thanks gents. Will try the aeration to start.