ALLMAN BROTHERS BAND - Midnight Rider | FIRST time COUPLE REACTION | FANTASTIC DISCOVERY!!!

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[@slw59]

The greatest southern blues rock band ever. I recommend WHIPPING POST (original studio version).

[@hog7203]

Yes. Perfect for their second taste of the Allman Brothers. And while I love the live versions, mainly for the instrumentals, the original studio version really lets the vocals shine.

[@danl.909]

No doubt. It's a travesty to mention CCR alongside this band.

[@StevesFunhouse]

I disagree with ALL of you. I don't often like live versions over studio versions but, the Allman Brothers were an exception and, in my opinion, the studio version of Whipping Post can't compared to the At Fillmore East version. I'm fine with agreeing to disagree, just so you know ... I am just registering my vote.

[@StevesFunhouse]

@@danl.909 Who mentioned CCR ???

[@RobRager]

^^^THIS!!^^^

[@jimlang7461]

In Memory of Elizabeth Reed from Live at Fillmore East

[@buckstraw925]

Yep, this one too.

[@michelemichele3375]

Yes! Great instrumental ✨💕

[@DaleBrotherton]

Not to mention The Whipping Post from the same concert. Any of it tbh

[@tt55k]

Yes

[@rudolfbecker4313]

my favourite song in my favourite version ... amazing how they developed the song over the years, if you listen to older versions ... and always different lenght of the song ...

[@greybeard2280]

A very deep and lustrous rabbit hole for you guys. "Statesboro Blues", "One Way Out", "Ain't Wastin' Time No More", "Jessica", "Blue Sky", etc. Eat A Peach album is an absolute delight!

[@dudex2450]

And don't forget Whipping Post, a true classic..

[@greybeard2280]

@@dudex2450 could never forget whipping post...lol

[@dans5595]

In Memory of Elizabeth Reed

[@gerrywillard1344]

Add Stormy Monday. Just listen to Live at the Fillmore album

[@jowsmith1904]

JESSICA IS OFF THE CHARTS, DON'T FORGET RAMBLIN' MAN.

[@spiderbass65]

Live stuff is longer, and better. Whipping Post is awesome, and starts in 11/4. These guys are brilliant. And 2 drummers....

[@harlanginsberg7269]

Whipping Post is the Allman Brothers must do song.

[@allisterfiend_2112]

I second the above statement!!!!

[@jimmcevers9443]

@@allisterfiend_2112 I second BOTH statements above!!

[@buckstraw925]

Third, an absolute must!

[@michaelstevens9332]

Do both studio and live versions!

[@unclemeat7310]

"Whipping Post", "One Way Out", "Statesboro Blues", "Jessica" and "Melissa" are all worth a listen.

[@deantait8326]

No …. ‘In Memory of Elizabeth Reed’? Great song especially the live from Filmore East concert

[@taterdawg]

"Whipping Post" is a MUST listen, but I must admit that "Melissa" always really did it for me... so many incredible songs from the Allmans...

[@Stretchgood366]

Def one of their more commercial recordings, I second In Memory of Elizabeth Reed from Live at the Filmore East, beautiful instrumental. Many consider this to be one of the greatest guitar duos, line up is twin lead guitarists, two drummers, bass and Greg Allman on keys and vocals one of the best voices ever, his brother Duane Allman was considered one of the best guitarists and one of the first to bring slide guitar into rock, they have gone through many changes through the years and only ended with the death of greg just a few years ago, Duane died in 71 I think, their last line up had Warren Haynes and Derek Trucks two of the best guitarists of this generation, amazing band with equally amazing history.

[@michelemichele3375]

Great comment, Richard. I’m up-voting it. ✨😊👍

[@danjohnson2986]

Yes. What he said. And not a song you’ll hear on the radio.

[@deantait8326]

Live from the Filmore East concert (71?) incredible version of the song. Sources say it’s about an affair Dickie Betts had with Boz Skaggs girlfriend but a different name of course)

[@Stretchgood366]

@@deantait8326 I always heard Dikie had written it and was trying find a title, they hung out in a nearby cemetery and Elizabeth Reed was just a name on a tombstone, but who knows, you're version is more fun....lol

[@antoniocharo1724]

YES! THE WHIPPING POST should be your next listen. It WILL surprise you!😎🍻🥃🎇

[@danjohnson2986]

Agreed. Live at Filmore East version though. I usually recommend studio versions of many artists. But that version is amazing.

[@dagmar.6954]

Great rock band from the 70's that mixed blues, jazz & country music in their sound. They had lots of great songs such as "In Memory Of Elizabeth Reed", "Whipping Post", "Melissa", "Blue Sky", "Ramblin' Man" etc. One of my favorites is their instrumental "Jessica" which was written by guitarist Dickey Betts & named after his daughter.

[@bobholtzmann]

"Melissa" was my early intro into the Allman Brothers - it was recorded as a tribute to brother Duane, who would have played on it, but Dicky Betts fills in the guitar part nicely.

[@davidheiser2225]

I rarely recommend listening to live versions first but the Allman Brothers are an exception. Allman Brothers Live at Fillmore East is an experience. Eat a Peach and Brothers and Sisters are classic studio albums. Just drop in anywhere.

[@MisterWondrous]

A classic of the era.

[@brianparkman8183]

Eat A Peach does have some live cuts.

[@danjohnson2986]

Must do whipping post and must do live at Filmore East version. No debate.

[@MisterWondrous]

@@danjohnson2986 Essentials.

[@jowsmith1904]

AGREED DAVID, SKYNYRD WAS GOOD LIVE TOO

[@ChasBeauregarde]

If youre "jonesing" for longer songs by the Allmans my vote is "In Memory Of Elizabeth Reed" from the Live At The Fillmore album. They are known for their extended live jams similar to the Greatful Dead's space jams Times 10! Clocking in over 12 minutes you will really sppreciate it.

[@johndrx165]

One Way Out, Blue Sky, Dreams are great ones to start with as well. I really like the way they start their first album.

[@jeffputnam3582]

We would ALL appreciate that reaction!

[@andrewpetik2034]

@@jeffputnam3582 You are correct, sir!

[@sealee55]

In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, Whipping Post, Statesboro Blues, One Way Out, everything on Live at the Filmore. Great, great band.

[@skydogfan4671]

The Allman Brothers are greatest blues rock band of all time. They did also infuse jazz and country into their sound as well. They had two top tier guitar players - Duane Allman is the greatest slide guitar player. His brother Gregg was great blues singer. I recommend the studio version of their song Whipping Post.

[@frankmarsh1159]

6:38 The Allman Brothers were heavily influenced by jazz music. They used to listen to a lot of Miles Davis and John Coltrane. In fact they are considered by many to be one of the first jazz rock or jazz fusion bands. They and the Grateful Dead are considered to be the founding fathers of the jam band scene...

[@christophergilbransen1373]

You guys are definitely going to want to check out In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, it's one of the greatest instrumental rock songs of all time.

[@arthurmarx6427]

Especially the live version from Fillmore East. (The studio version is kinda limp by comparison.)

[@christophergilbransen1373]

Agreed

[@millerk20]

In terms of Southern Rock, it doesn't get any better than the Allman Brothers. A good place to start is Whipping Post off of their 1969 debut album.

[@j.c.a2872]

hahaha, listening to that album as I'm reading this comment, just picked it up at a local record expo,one of the best debut albums ever !!!!

[@michelemichele3375]

Many of us LOVE this band. And LIVE, they were amazing. Live at Filmore and Eat a Peach - great LPs. We lost a great talent in Duane Allman early on, but this band survives. Greg’s soulful vocals - yummy. They define Southern Rock and Blues but so much more. Hope you like them. Whipping Post, Statesboro Blues, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, Melissa, One Way Out, so many. ✨😝

[@michelemichele3375]

And, Lex, I see you on those congas. Percussion was big back then. ✨👍😊

[@NicknLex]

Hehehehhe🪘love

[@michelemichele3375]

@@NicknLex Besides percussion, they had 2 drummers. Rudi and I were both gonna request them - they do get bluesy but also jazzy and elevated. Great pick! ✨🤗

[@greybeard2280]

@@michelemichele3375 I see you didn't mention "Soulshine" in that incredible list...lol

[@michelemichele3375]

@@greybeard2280 Thanks for that addition. I noticed others included it too. There are so many great ones. I bet the two drummers appeal to you too. Lol ✨😉

[@DocRock71]

Whipping Post and In Memory Of Elizabeth Reed would be outstanding Allman Brothers follow ups.

[@myownchannel247]

they are an excellent example of pure Americana! Whipping Post and Statesboro Blues are at the top of the list 🔥 btw they had two drummers and always had two guitars, harmonizing lead lines. Gregg Allman on vocals (r i p), over 40 years of great music

[@marckusel5602]

Live at the Fillmore East is arguably their best album. GOAT album GOAT band

[@richkurl]

2 drummers, by the way - Butch Trucks & Jai Johanny Johanson. The first 4 albums were their greatest works IMHO - The Allman Brothers Band 1969, Idlewild South 1970 (combined later for the album Beginnings), At Fillmore East 1971, and Eat a Peach 1972. This was the very first band I truly fell in love with. Do some research on Duane Allman, one of the greatest guitarists that ever lived, teamed with the also great Dickey Betts. Duane died in a motorcycle accident October 1971 at only 24, but his body of work is simply breathtaking. His brother Gregg with that blue-eyed-soul voice was the singer and keyboardist. One of the finest instrumental jams of all time is In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, composed by Dickey, and recorded twice - the studio version on Idlewild South, and the extended live version on At Fillmore East. The studio version is excellent, the live version will blow your mind.

[@davidgale7384]

The Allman Brothers were southern rock/blues band. Lex, do that 6 minute song which is probably their rendition of Whipping Post . Absolutely amazing. Later it was covered by Frank Zappa which is also worth a look. Might make a good double feature comparison video.

[@williamadkins5547]

The Allman Brothers Band recorded the greatest live album ever. Just find their at the Fillmore live album and listen from beginning to end. There's a deluxe edition thats awesome. You really have to hear them live to appreciate how great they were. We're talking 20 mn songs. 30mn songs.

[@fredmedlen8020]

The Brothers interpretation of the blues... Try Stormy Monday and Aint my cross the bare. The Live at the Fillmore east is probably the best live album ever recorded.

[@douglasg.9271]

Please, PLEASE…. More Allman Brothers ! They are tremendous ❤️

[@johncagnettajr344]

The Allman Brothers did fuse blues/jazz/country. Greg singer/keyboards and Dwane Allman guitar are the “brothers”. Richard Betts is also a member and a guitarist/song writer. Dwane was the force that set the pace, he played guitar and used the bottleneck slide. “Live At the Fillmore” is their iconic album. Arguably the best live album in rock history.

[@richkurl]

I owned Fillmore on vinyl as a teen in the 70's, and it was the first and only album that I actually wore out the grooves and had to convince my reluctant parents to let me buy another copy. Nobody quite like Duane before or since.

[@danjohnson2986]

I’ve read about that night. Apparently played til the early morning hours. It was so epic that people afterwards walked out into the streets of NYC and weren’t speaking a word. It was said to be like a religious experience.

[@timjones8377]

The famous glass aspirin bottle slide. Too cool 😎

[@jlopez97122]

Amazing band! Y'all should definitely listen to "Stormy Monday" from their live performance at Fillmore East! A masterclass in jazz/rock/blues fusion!

[@DaleBrotherton]

You HAVE to see them live to really appreciate them. Fillmore East concert.

[@franksullivan1873]

It was something to see them back in the day.Two drummers,one bass,two guitars and one keyboard player,Great band.

[@rmac8008]

They were the heart of southern rock / Jam band You must hear them live Long extended versions of their songs Gregg was the vocalist Duane and Dickey betts were the guitarist Lots of history and sadness in their story

[@lookmanohands1966]

The live Fillmore East concert has the best live stuff. Long jams, crazy good guitar work. Two guitarists in their prime. They're all great musicians.

[@petejp1]

The allman brothers crowning achievement is live at the Fillmore East, but it is best listened to in its entirely. Maybe on your patreon page? I think especially nick will appreciate the amazing guitar work on it. A must listen!

[@juliettespain7994]

I really like "Whipping post" and definitely "Rambling Man". I'm such a Southern Rock fan. Just like I luvluv Little Feat. Please please listen to Marshall Tucker Band 2 songs "Heard it in a love song" and "Can't you See". I really enjoy your reactions.

[@shannonbennett987]

I'm fifty six and this song makes me think of my mom. She loved it. Great video guys.

[@floorticket]

Greatest jam band ever by some measures. On the penultimate night before the closing of the Fillmore East they played for about six hours including a "Mountain Jam" that was reportedly over two hours long. Stunned silence as the exit doors opened and the New York morning sun poured in.

[@michelemichele3375]

Wow. Chills. 😝 Great memory.

[@danjohnson2986]

I was just communicating this on someone else’s comment in the thread before seeing your comment. Perfectly stated.

[@williamstlouis3368]

I was in a club in Columbia, SC in the late 60s, maybe early 70. The Brothers were doing a concert in town that night. Gregg, Duane and Jaimoe walked in around midnight. The band stopped. Those three got on stage and played for about an hour and a half. Good memories. Peace out. If you like off the main track of classic rock. Listen to the Flock. Peace out.

[@garyscharf9232]

I love your appreciation for great music. As a fan of THE WHO I'm amazed that very few do reactions from the LIVE at Leeds album, one of the greatest live albums ever. On a night when they were at their best, and at a time when their raw power was unmatched. My Generation is a 15 minute medley with one banging riff after another. Young Man Blues is incredible. Magic Bus has Daltry on a mean harmonica. Amazing Journey/Sparks features Moon. Like a runaway freight train, they keep on comin'.

[@9211goat]

Live at Leeds , At Fillmore East (Allman Brothers), Europe 72 (Grateful Dead).... three best live recordings ever.

[@rudolfbecker4313]

If I had to pick one song of this album, it would be Magic Bus - epic intro - wild song ..... I love it since I heard it for the first time around 71/72

[@buddystewart2020]

I always loved In Memory Of Elizabeth Reed. I prefer the studio version of it, but I'm sure you'll hear a lot of people say the Filmore East version.

[@rudolfbecker4313]

correct 🙂

[@davecallan2019]

Idlewild was their 2nd album. But like others have said you've opened a great big rabbit hole!

[@toddmichelfelder3417]

Welcome to another great “rabbit hole”!! One of the drummer’s is Butch Trucks. He is the uncle of Derek Trucks of the Tedeschi Trucks Band, another incredible group you need to listen to. Keep the great reactions coming..👏👏

[@mr.goodenough3796]

In "Memory of Elizabeth Reed "and "Whipping Post " off of the Live at the Fillmore East album are so good guys!

[@michaelstevens9332]

You guys keep going to my favorite artists, now checking out Allman Brothers! This was a radio hit, but this was not a radio band though, except on early format FM radio which played long cuts and whole album sides.. Duane Allman on lead and slide guitar, with co lead guitarist Dicky Betts, Gregg Allman on keyboards and lead vocals. Elizabeth Reed, Whipping Post...the very best album was Live at Fillmore.

[@michaelstevens9332]

I spent a great Halloween evening at Sweetwater in Marin County California back in '87. Duane had died years before, and the Allmans continued to tour and record as the Allman Brothers Band, and Gregg had married Cher (yes, that Cher). Anyway...it was a Halloween Costume Party at Sweetwater, which was a small venue, maybe 150 seats, and Gregg played solo with a drummer, bassist and guitarist, but not his regular band, Cher was there, 2 tables away from me and my wife, and at the end of the evening they had a costume contest, which my wife and I won, we got on stage and Gregg and Cher gave us a trophy and hugged us to the cheers of the crowd. I never got to see the Allmans while Duane was alive, but saw the later version live, Dickie Betts had taken the role of lead guitarist, and admirably but they never enjoyed the same fame. Dickie is playing lead on Ramblin Man. Anyway, its beginning to almost sound like its impossible for me to have met all these artists personally, but I swear, its all true! Different times!

[@michaelstevens9332]

In a similar vein, you should try listening to the band Little Feet! Try "Rock n Roll Doctor" Lowell George is absolutely fabulous on lead vocals and slide guitar. He and Duane Allman and Joe Walsh, the 3 greatest slide guitarists ever!

[@Olivia-jy9jf]

The Allman brothers, the original southern rock band ...full of soul. Greg Allman is a legend.

[@paulgatton1785]

Very Nice that you are giving a listen to this remarkable band!! So many great selections---you should check out "Not My Cross To Bear", "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" "Statesboro Blues" and "Jessica" !! Happy Listening!!

[@stephenandrewsrealestatevi7138]

They may become a favorite of yours.. They are that good with a huge vault of quality stuff. You have NO idea!

[@arthurmarx6427]

You're right, Nick, that "Midnight Rider" is a nice introduction. And you're right, too, that it would be nice to hear them stretch out in longer forms. Well (lucky for you!), you'll have that opportunity if you listen to tracks from their albums Live at the Fillmore East and Eat a Peach. Their first two albums, both recorded in a studio, are kind of restricted, but in concert (and in their live albums) the original group of Duane Allman (guitar), Greg Allman (vocals and keyboards), Dicky Betts (guitar), Berry Oakley (bass), Butch Trucks (drums), and Jai Johnny Johansen aka Jaimo (drums and percussion) were one of the great jam bands of all time. Sadly, only two of the four original members are still with us. Stick to the original group. The band went on for decades, but their best work was created early on before Duane and Berry died in motorcycle crashes about a year apart. And, spend some time looking into Duane Allman's session work with Boz Scaggs (see John Chu's comment on "Lowdown"), Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett, Clarence Carter, and, of course, Derek and the Dominoes (i.e., Eric Clapton and his band from the early '70s).

[@terrylandess6072]

Ah - Eat a Peach. I took a little 'trip' with the band with Mountain Jam. It was like watching them in a small bar, going outside with them on a break up into the woods behind the bar and then they ran me all over. Just when I felt completely lost we 'popped out' back at the bar where they went back in and finished the set. When the song ended I was sitting there at home wondering what had I just witnessed . . . . I was lucky to see them in South Florida back in the 80's.

[@scottanderson8420]

A great place to start. My favorite Allman Brothers is that live at the Fillmore East record. So much good material but I am partial to in memory of Elizabeth Reed, whoping Post, Melissa, and Jessica. Greg Allman is a great singer/blues singer, he’s got a lot of soul and he’s a number of great songs on later solo releases. My favorite there would be I’m no angel. Enjoy! I’ll just be kicking back and seeing what comes our way.😎😎😎😎

[@-R.Gray-]

This was the first incarnation of the band. Their breakthrough record was 1971's double album Live at Fillmore East. The lead singer was organist Gregg Allman, who was married to Cher for a while. There were 2 drummers and 2 guitarists. Check out Duane Allman's slide playing on "Statesboro Blues". Clapton saw him play and invited him to play on the Layla album. His playing had a more bluesy direction than the other guitarist, Dickie Betts - and after Duane died in a motorcycle accident, you heard Betts singing "Ramblin' Man" which was more in a country vein. A later version of the band had Derek Trucks, a nephew of the drummer, on slide guitar, and Warren Haynes, who has the band Gov't Mule, on guitar and vocals. I hope you get to that lineup. A good introduction to Derek Truck's slide playing would be the live video of "Ain't Wastin' Time No More" on their "Live At The Beacon Theatre - 2003 ". Probably the best known Allman Brothers song is "Whippin' Post", which would be too long for many radio stations. Probably inspired by how The Cream used to lengthen their songs live, many of their songs were vehicles for soloing, and could last for 20 min. If you remember Jimmy Herring, he used to play with them occasionally, having played in a band with Derek Trucks before. I never requested them because Nick said he didn't like blues. B.B.King said that Derek Trucks was the best slide guitarist he had ever seen.

[@michelemichele3375]

Great info. Thanks, RG! ✨😉

[@mrnobody9104]

That was a good introduction to ABB as it was shorter and therefore got the radio play. There are a plethora of songs to choose from but one I'd suggest is the studio version of their song Southbound! To me it's one of the greatest driving tunes of any genre!!!!

[@franklassek3132]

You are so much going to enjoy this dive. Look at the list of songs mentioned in the comments. Whipping Post from the Fillmore Live album. Some of my favorites are One Way Out, Jessica, Melissa, Blue Sky,..... The list goes On. Glad that you enjoyed the concert. Have a great weekend, and thanks for jumping in on The Allman Brothers. You'll find them to be very satisfying.

[@bkshields76]

This band is a must know group and I’m really glad you’re checking them out.

[@Zebred2001]

Allman Brothers' - Soul Shine and Whipping Post!

[@albertwiles4930]

Give a listen to Jessica, its an instrumental with a great piano and guitar solos.

[@greenbeatsred]

My all time favorite Allman Brothers song is "Blue Sky". It just makes me feel good. It's satisfying lyrically with mind blowing guitar work.

[@claytonflinchum3962]

They were the first band to utilize two drummers, that,s what your hearing drum wise!

[@jackengard5718]

I've been tooting my horn repeatedly to get you to hear a truly original band that'll have the impact for you on par with your introductory experience to Steely Dan and The Doors. I'm not going to write another treatise (if you saw it) about this brilliant band, let's just say I know what would turn you on in a big way! For a single song, I'd recommend In Memory of Elizabeth Reed. For Patreon, At Fillmore East is absolutely unmissable. I'm putting my megaphone down, so the ball's in your court. Lex I hope your health continues to improve. You know legions of fans are rooting for you but of course!

[@jeffsherk7056]

My wife and I just saw Home Free in concert last week, outdoors and in the rain. Even so, the best concert I've ever seen. Please watch their video.

[@mikemiller3069]

"Jessica" is a great instrumental that kinda blends progressive rock and Southern rock. About 7 minutes of fun.

[@dudex2450]

I grew up on the Allman Brothers, they are an awesome brand with several extremely talented musicians collaborating together through the years, ofcourse that includes Duane and Greg Allman.

[@61hink]

They were such a great live band. My own favorite song of theirs is probably "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed." There are a lot of great versions out there, actually, but you can't go wrong with the one off their classic live album "At Fillmore East." Having said that, it's a 13 minute instrumental and not close to the longest song on the album ("You Don't Love Me" and "Whipping Post" clock in at 19 and 23 minutes, respectively). The members all really clicked with each other musically and they could go on really extended live jams. They have a few short songs that are nice, but that's not really their calling card.

[@jimcole9751]

To me the greatest band ever.... You really need to get into their At the Filmore East Album.... Greatest live recording ever and some of the greatest guitar playing you're ever gonna hear..... But many great studio albums also....one of my favorites on this album is Leave my blues at home.... Will really give you an good idea where you're heading

[@geraldbryden6720]

Live at the Fillmore is the bomb! My desert island album.

[@davidsyrotiak8758]

It's amazing to think that all the classic Allman Brothers were recorded when Duane and Gregg were in their early twenties. Duane died at age 24 and bassist Berry Oakley died a year later also at age 24. Live at the Filmore was recorded when Gregg (keys and lead vocals) was 22!

[@chrislegner4816]

It's a good starting point. A radio friendly single, but still possesses trademark Allman style and greatness.

[@jeffreycook5186]

I love the Allman Brothers Band! And I love the reaction. Yesterday was the 5 year anniversary of the passing of Gregg Allman. Statesboro Blues, Melissa and In Memory Of Elizabeth Reed are three good ones to start with. But you can’t go wrong with anything they did.

[@ProgMannen]

The live version of "in memory of elisabeth reed" from the album after this. Live At Fillmore from 71. The band is probably the best jam band in history... so far. Their 5 first albums is great. Good reaction guys !!

[@loilt5091]

2 recomendations to start with...one specifically, for each of you; ☆ Lex; the beautiful ballad, "Melissa" ☆ Nick; the jazzy improvisational, Filmore East, live version of, "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed"

[@joelliebler5690]

Some of the best live musical bands on earth. You need to watch some of their great live performances . Their songs are usually very long!

[@user-wk5rm9cm6h]

Yes! Please do lot's more Allman Brothers. They have a complete catalogue, 'Whipping Post' is one of my all-time favorites.

[@bmac1205]

Great album! My favorite on this is 'In Memory of Elizabeth Reed' #nicknlexrequest, which is an instrumental. Midnight RIder, Ramblin' Man (from a different album) and 'Whipping Post' (from a different album) were hits. The live version of 'In Memory of Elizabeth Reed' from 'Live at the Fillmore East' is an awesome version. Another hit worth listening to is 'Melissa'. Duane Allman -- lead guitar, slide guitar Gregg Allman -- organ, piano, Vocals Dickey Betts -- lead guitar, Vocals Berry Oakley -- bass guitar Jai Johanny Johanson -- drums, congas, timbales Butch Trucks -- drums, tympani

[@yatestom4845]

What à beautiful smile miss allman rules

[@garymoen930]

A good place to start. They are a complex band. Southern rock with jazz and Blues influences. SO many great songs. It's a deep deep dive.

[@mordabeyak]

They have one of the best first albums of all time, and one of the best live albums of all time -Live at Fillmore East. Whipping Post, Dreams, Jessica, Stormy Monday, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, Leave My Blues At Home, Ain't Wastin' Time No More, Les Brers In A Minor.....so many great songs to choose from

[@tmznt]

Yay! Finally, lol. Hopefully, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, comes soon. Live At Filmore East. Two Drummers.

[@garycuskelly6844]

In memory of Elizabeth Reed is a gem. Try their album 'Live at the Filmore East'

[@schmiddyfi]

"Wasted Words" from their album "Brothers & Sisters" is a great song.

[@xJRx77]

An interesting fact you might want to know, from their inception the Allman Brothers had a two drum set sound right up until the end a few years ago. They added a percussion section in the late 90s when they reformed. They’re recordings runs so deep, you couldn’t possibly get to the bottom Of this rabbit hole. The natural progression should take you to Whipping post next

[@DavidHobbs]

You were talking about the drums, they have 2 drummers. You have officially opened the Allman Brothers rabbit hole. Can't wait to see what you guys discover. I grew up on these guys. Alex being a guitar player will love the discovery of Duane Allman and his contribution to music. Elizabeth Reed and Whipping Post are 2 classics.

[@aspenward390]

Live at Filmore East (1971) is considered by many as the greatest rock live recording ever. "Whipping Post" and "No Way Out", "Elizabeth Reed"; the entire album. Greg and Duane Allman were very young, early 20's (which makes this more amazing). They were the original "Southern Rock" jam band. The live versions are often over 20 minutes long. Greg played the Hammond organ and sings (youngest bro) and Duane is considered the greatest slide guitarist in rock history. Dickie Betts is on the other lead guitar. Two drummers. Great musicians on every instrument. Enjoy this trip. Classic band.

[@danjohnson2986]

I want to do a documentary film on the guy in the audience who yells out “WHIPPIN’ POST” right before Berry Oakley drops in with the first notes on bass. Such a bad ass intro.

[@aspenward390]

@@danjohnson2986 so funny! I've heard him a thousand times and don't know his name. 🙂

[@danjohnson2986]

@@aspenward390 I think it would be a great documentary piece. The guy who yelled that out and tracking him down. If he died in 1975 or is still living. Was he a stoner that became a lawyer or a lawyer that fell into drug addiction. No matter which way the story would go (even finding the people that were there with him and their stories of the guy) would be riveting to watch. If you know anyone that won the lottery and wishes to do this with me gimme a holler 🤣. I’m glad you knew what I was referring to. Have a wonderful and safe Memorial Day weekend.

[@Dolfan5413]

Sweet Melissa is another classic by these guys.

[@raycewilliams3300]

This song may be the first I heard of the Allman Brothers. I became a fan instantly. This song got a lot of air play. It was dubbed as "Southern Rock" which I had no idea what that was at the time. The lead singer, Gregg Allman has such a wonderful voice that certainly translates well for straight ahead blues or blues/rock genre's. His brother, Duane, was quite possibly the best slide guitarist of his time. Duane plays dual lead with Eric Clapton on the "Layla" album. My favorite album by them is "Live at the Fillmore East". The track "Whipping Post" is an absolute classic.

[@happymethehappyone8300]

The Allman Brothers "Whipping Post",, "One Way Out",, Blue Sky",, "Melissa",, "Soulshine",, "Jessica",, Etc..Etc.

[@timjones8377]

I had a blast performing In Memory of Elizabeth Reed with the cover band I was in (I played bass).. We were super tight jamming that song and always got a great response from audiences. SOO FUN! 🤗

[@brianjacob9084]

Whipping Post, Blue Sky, Melissa, Jessica(no lyrics) all great songs, and there are many more. These guys and Yes were my favorite concerts, they were even better live!

[@brianparkman8183]

Duane Allman was probably the best slide guitar player ever. When you get into Live At the Filmore, Eat A Peach, etc, you'll love the guitar playing and double lead.

[@DaleBrotherton]

"The Allman Brothers Band - Whipping Post - 9/23/1970 - Fillmore East (Official)"

[@danjohnson2986]

^this

[@vitusdoom]

I adore Allman Bros band. Listen to One Way out album Live at the beacon theatre from 2004. The song Rocking Horse!. Warren Haynes and Derrick Trucks ripping it up on guitar. Obviously the late great Duane Allman on guitar with Dickey Betts were incredible but for more modern jam band sound Beacon Theatre album will blow you away.

[@denroy3]

They had two lead guitars, two drummers. The two brothers in the band actually had an earlier band playing off the "Allman" sounding like Almond, the band was called 'The Allman Joys".

[@rk41gator]

So glad you found this. The Allman Bros are quality!

[@steveperelli3305]

Dickey Betts and Duane Allman we’re the duo guitars in the early days until Duane’s death in 1971. Dickey continued as the band’s lead guitarist and shared a lot of the vocals with Duane’s brother Greg on keyboards. Dickey Betts guitar style is so unique and tasty and adding his great voice kept the wheels turning. Two of my favorites, Ramblin’ Man and Blue Sky.

[@vudhichaiswintara2874]

RIP Dickey Betts. One of my G.O.A.T

[@dlewis5631]

They are so diverse! They are blues, jazz, rock and Country! Their first albums up to "Eat a Peach"

[@KneeAches]

Live at Filmore East: great live LP. There is soo much to learn. They really had some peak years before trajectories. Greg Allman is the singer and keyboards, Duane Allman is a great guitarist. Two drummers!

[@nealbarrus9140]

allman brothers whipping post, Jessica and many others. Awsome guitar work on everything.

[@mamaflush9945]

Allman Brothers Band - Statesboro Blues (at Fillmore East)" this is southern rock at it's best. Blues rock total jam band 🎸🎶 they have an extensive collection and if you love blues music you've found a wonderful rabbit hole 🕳️ RIP: Duane and Gregg Allman U R Missed 💔💔🔥🤗🎶

[@breakingdad8]

If you're looking for a longer song and one of the best instrumentals ever written, I too vote for "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" from Fillmore East

[@stumon257]

Just scratching the surface with this band.

[@maryrobbins4087]

Whipping post!!!❤ thank youuuuuuu ❤