Dickey Betts' Greatest Guitar Solo of All Time

[@VirtualWoodshed]

So great to see all the love for Dickey and the ABB in these comments! Folks, I gave the video a provocative title to get you guys talking, and it appears to have worked! I realize other people may like another Dickey solo better than this one, and that’s great! Feel free to post a link to your own favorite in the comments below. Long live Dickey Betts! 🤘🍑 🍄

[@richardstevens4230]

I was 112 days old when this was recorded, give or take the time of day. The Allman Brothers have brought me much joy over the years. Dickey played with unique phrasing, lingered on the flat seventh ... I am greatly pleased that you are honoring their skill sets and musical talents. Kudos. Dickey's Southern voice and style uplifted me and will forever be the best soundtrack to the road trip of life

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Richard Stevens “The best soundtrack to the road trip of life.” Fantastic quote! Thank you my friend. Kinship through music; it’s a beautiful thing.

[@alb.dersame]

This was BRILLIANT !!! I was thinking about Alan Paul. I haven't been on his channel for a long time. Was trying to imagine his comments after the sad loss of Greg. I still gotta buy his book "One way Out". Damn, this was Awesome bro, got my adrenaline pumping big time .. Made my night, thank you ! Liked and subscribed 👍

[@ianchirnside3266]

VirtualWoodshed Steve Gaines

[@corykassabian8839]

VirtualWoodshed Dickey was better. And always had a great lp tone. Duane was king of an era that bridged blacks and whites. He was also the king of poor boys who just played music for his own enlightenment if he got paid or not. Not the fame and fortune. and that’s why he is one my favorite character ever. I grew up in Jax and all the guys from there have hugely influenced my playing.

[@marysumner2516]

"Fillmore east"......about wore that album out in the 70's!!

[@roberthamlin6638]

Me too. It’s the best of the original six members in my opinion.

[@Bohonk212]

DID wear mine out

[@dcstiger]

20 years after that when I was a teenager I was doing the same on CD. In the 90's I grew up listening to music from the 60's and 70's. I wonder if there are any kids now that appreciate how amazing that era was musically.

[@hellskitchen10036]

Too bad you weren't there !

[@johnmichelx]

@@dcstigerI’m 18, grew up on 60’s and 70’s music dickeys always been my favorite guitarist of all time

[@davidterry4152]

The whole world owes Mr Betts a standing ovation.

[@josephfiore9233]

ABSOLUTLY

[@newmoon54]

Damned straight we do!!!! Dickey had heart,, Duane had raw energy,, I never got any goosebumps from listening to Duane! But as for Mr. Best Bett's ........................... ~goosebump pandemic~ ~!~!~!~

[@G.S.W.SewmesomeMusic]

Ahmen!!!!!👍☮️

[@strattuner]

the man is never lost on the finger board of a guitar,and damned impressive and i like him

[@donaldeldridge1674]

Amen to that, brother...

[@et88b]

R.I.P. to one of the greatest ever. Thank you, Dickey Betts.

[@thequeensmother]

So damn much talent in this band. There will never be another Allman Brothers Band.

[@thomasguitarman9025]

for certain that is true

[@johnhebert3986]

Amen, to that statement. They were the best.

[@sheilaallen2839]

I use to watch them every weekend at The Shell I Overton Park in Memphis. You talking about talent ‼️❤️

[@BillBondsHasAPosse]

Tedeschi Trucks Band and Govt Mule are smoking 🔥 right now

[@exdemocrat9038]

No doubt. They were as good as any band.

[@XxSkydog71xX]

This is a perfect example of how someone has full control over their instrument. Duane Allman and Dickey Betts will go down as two of greatest guitarists in music history.

[@mikesolomon481]

There is no question, that among us guitarists, that Dickey Betts is one of THE Greatest guitarists of ALL Time...I mean EVER. He has the rare , uncanny ability to fuse blues, country, jazz, rock, folk, old & contemporary western swing, and meld it into something uniquely his own sound, and turn on a dime. He's is , like Duane was too, an Incredible rhythm player...his solos are so melodic and flowing....I have been listening closely to he and Duane since 1970..and to this day their play together as a duo is unmatched by anyone. They are a Master Class in how Dual Guitarists in a Band can and should work together , how to play together, off each other , call & response, and not step on another's toes...Dickey was the Perfect foil for Duane, and vice a versa. I am still blown away by Dickey's composition of Elizabeth Reed, Jessica, Les Bres in A minor, and his solo work on Stormy Monday, You Don't Love Me, One Way Out plus his dobro work on Pony Boy...Dickey is REALLY, REALLY SPECIAL !

[@VirtualWoodshed]

I would love this comment twice if I could. 🍄

[@mikesolomon481]

@@VirtualWoodshed Thank you for these very kind words. I say all this about Dickey Betts, as I am also a HUGE fan of his Amazing ex band mate Duane Allman. I have such Tremendous Respect for both of them. I never like to compare any musician to another. Each has one's own special sauce, mojo , approach and sound.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

@@mikesolomon481 Agree! Please check my channel homepage for a ton more ABB content. PS - I believe I recognize your name from the Skydog Facebook group.

[@mikesolomon481]

@@VirtualWoodshed I am a member of that group plus mark Vormitags ABB Group too

[@holboroman]

My history of listening to The ABB is quite similar. I must mention also the emotions which Duane's and Dickey's twin leads stirrev in me as I listened in disbelief.

[@moonmunster]

I really like what you say: "It’s just music, and Dickey and Duane are simply different colors of the same rainbow. Neither better than the other, just equally beautiful.” There are so many excellent players. Just different colors, none better or worse. It's a great time to be alive with recording technology. We get to hear all the great players even if it was before we were born.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Thanks for taking the time to read and share your thoughts!✌️

[@morroyce21]

Rest In Peace, legend. Your legacy, like your music, will live on forever.

[@zigwil153]

...bells are ringing everywhere.

[@martinluckhurst9808]

Sad😢

[@johncarroll5383]

Yes,Sad! But so fortunate to have had Dickey Betts all those years on stage!

[@bme2335]

My absolute most favorite guitarist of all time. God bless Dickey Betts ❤

[@johncarroll5057]

RIP Dickey, one hell of a guitar player! My personal favorite. Will never tire of Blue Sky, Jessica, and so many others. Thank you for the great music.

[@tupelo1975]

Dickey... hell yeah.

[@StevenCarinci]

Is Betts playing lead on sweet Melissa?

[@TheNaturalust]

Who doesn’t remember exactly where they were when someone put on The Allman Brothers at Fillmore East record for the first time? Guitars never sounded so out front and special. I’ve never been the same. A pro guitarist for over 35 years now. Thank you Dickey for what you gave me!

[@stephenedwards5038]

I remember exactly, was mesmerized...14 or so. ...just kept flipping the discs for days, over and over. There was so much to take in... I honestly felt like those notes got into my cells and dna somehow.... how fortunate to be weened on the absolute best there ever was!!

[@TheNaturalust]

@@stephenedwards5038 It’s amazing that I’ve heard almost the same story from guys all over the world. Those Southern boys truly tapped into a universal well spring of music. These days I find the music, theirs and many others, one of the few things to be proud of as something really American when world traveling. And now playing that music has opened so many doors no matter where I go.

[@ericfischer996]

i went to a party soon after got out of high school, some kids basement and he played "at the Filmore" though a Marshall stack. Awesome. I thought is how it should be recreated.

[@lepe7841]

Still my go to record!

[@TheNaturalust]

@@ericfischer996 That is a classic story! 😂

[@delboyrams363]

Dickey Betts is a magical guitarist and deserves so much more recognition. Just amazing listen in awe of a master .rock on mr betts

[@jhandle4196]

He did write some nice stuff. "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed" is one of the finest rock instrumentals ever. If he'd not had so many incidents of being an abusive drunk, perhaps more people would pull for him to be revered.

[@alexandersantala2895]

Yes!!!!!!

[@surfinwax58]

Got soul!

[@jamiemartin1793]

My dad took me to see Allman brothers when I was 7. They played on a flatbed truck. That shit was awesome. Still a fan 41 years later.

[@garydarland1404]

That might be the coolest thing I ever read.

[@guyfawkes578]

Where was that? Do you recall?

[@perijetton9275]

I saw them in Piedmont Park and it was magical! My sister was babysitting me and had to take me along. I was 8!

[@billmartiny4622]

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[@BillLukens-m1r]

Was that in Florida?

[@brianwells4507]

You Don't Love Me off that album floored me when I bought the album in 71' and it still does today!❤

[@charleshill9649]

Been playing guitar 54 years. Thank god two of my biggest influences early on, and till this day, were Duane and Dickey. Many many hours studying and learning their parts. Slide aside, they were different but like partially overlapping circles they met in the middle. I don't find much major pentatonic use in Duane's recordings prior to Dickey, but he excelled in it (Blue Sky). Each had their particular gifts. I humbly say I find Dickey's style easier to play than Duane's. And after all these years, I'm still chasing both.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Charles Hill That’s great man. Please check out my other videos. Lots of ABB related content, sounds like you would enjoy!

[@davidmartin7081]

"One Way Out" is a Big favorite of mine + demonstrates the styles of the 2. Sounds SO Good,!!! Just not long enough!!!!

[@thomasguitarman9025]

Me too and yes Dickeys parts are easier to play

[@donnyvaughan9133]

Respect, Love of the instrument, play your strong parts and vice versa. And we will compliment each other.

[@davidsprague7747]

All of us are players are still chasing these two

[@jeffsilverman6104]

Dickey is a force to be reckoned with. Not only did he step up after Duane and Berry died to literally save this great band, but he did so much more. Highway Call is still on my regular playlist, and the night I saw Great Southern over forty years ago he was blistering. But it was in 1991 that he and Warren Haynes and the late Allen Woody made The Allman Brothers whole again. It was the concert for Shades Of Two Worlds, and they took it to a level I didn't realize even existed. I admire few people as much as Dickey. It's nice to be here among like minded folks.

[@dougschwamb9653]

Yes. Highway Call has been a sort of touchstone for me for many years.

[@litedawg]

Brothers and Sisters is a masterpiece and he carried the band from 1972 onward for a while.

[@jeffsilverman6104]

@@litedawg Not just for a while. The pressure was on and Dickey delivered for years to come and was the driving force. Gregg was essentially worthless for a long time because of grief and way too much cocaine. Dickey kept everybody afloat until Gregg's trouble caused everything to just implode.

[@bbb8997]

hand picked

[@joegreatmusicfirstweir9646]

@@dougschwamb9653 yeah Doug this band The Allman Brothers band you're the greatest I've got all their music I've got all I've got all their music these guys are great Doug I don't know what they are still Turing or not I don't know but I do know their music will live on forever 🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵 🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵 i

[@joeleo078]

Dickey’s solos are so insane. He’s the only one who could of ever matched up next to Duane. They pushed each other. Carried each other. Led each other through the thick and thin of songs and jams. Much respect to anyone who can play note for note a Dickey Betts solo.

[@jr05fatboy]

Dickey Betts was and still is twice the guitarist Duane ever thought of being.

[@aaronm.3581]

@@jr05fatboy No.

[@mikemm03]

@@jr05fatboy bawahaha

[@mauallison7755]

They complimented each other. Really well.

[@tomcoleman6405]

@@jr05fatboy Are you fucking insane 😳

[@dougbodenhamer9391]

Best duo of all time in a band together imo.......Betts and Allman!

[@gregscheyd4131]

Sounds like a PERFECT STATEMENT to my ears !!!!!

[@Steve-O-Florida]

@@gregscheyd4131 are you putting Dickey and Duane over Derek and Warren?

[@danielwhitten7380]

Clapton and Beck ?

[@dougbodenhamer9391]

​@@danielwhitten7380clapton and duanne.......the list goes on and on, why I said imo

[@rickhocks2616]

I've heard this solo many times, but I just listened twice - it's SO GOOD!!! Also at this closing of the Fillmore East concert is the version of "One Way Out" heard on EAT A PEACH - Dickey's solo in the middle of that version is another awe-inspiring guitar passage ... Dickey (always a great guitarist) was truly on fire that night!!! After Duane died, it was Dickey more than any other single Brother who pulled them through the next five years ...

[@robertwoodward9231]

Yes. A lot of people aren't aware of that fact. Dickey did the main solo of One Way Out, on closing night of The Fillmore and they included it on Eat A Peach. I think it's one of his greatest moments. He killed it!

[@lukeeadiw9337]

Duane was one hell of a guitar player, but after he passed Dickey carried this band. I agree with you completely

[@johnmartino2691]

Too TRUE

[@thomasminarchickjr.7355]

I’m reading One Way Out now and I just read the part about him being unhappy that he ever agreed to let the band be called the Allman Brothers Band. He could never (in the public’s eyes) be an equal member to Duane and Gregg, and Gregg was a lazy mess most of the time. Sad the Dickey didn’t get his due. Did he have the same temper before Duane died?

[@sheddski2942]

When allmon brothers were going to call it quits after Duane died Greg was going on then dicky had some new licks with a story behind it and Greg wanted to hear it and he thought it was definitely a great song so the rest is history and it was ramblin man and brothers and sisters came out

[@phatnana2379]

Unfortunately, the INDIVIDUAL talents of the Allman Brothers Band, simply just wasn't comparable to the band as an ensemble! I absolutely LOVE Dickey Betts too! Betts is def one of my top 10 or even top 5 favorite guitar players of all time! Unfortunately, in losing Duane, the band lost a core part of their sound and soul! Dickey is a true legend but half the magic of the Allman Brothers Band was contrast between Dickey's picture-perfect, squeaky clean, and jazzy style and Duane Allman's dirty, unpredictable, soulful style! Now, this isn't to say that Duane was THE reason for the Incredible music the band played together! Quite the opposite! If Dickey Betts had died that day in a motorcycle accident, we would be having the SAME conversation about him! The fact that the five members of the band were in the same part of the world, at the same time, met, and came together as a band is a goddamn MIRACLE! Losing any SINGLE member of the band would have been detrimental!

[@sueellenmcgoey6095]

How can one man be so beautiful and talented? Long live Dickey Betts❤❤❤

[@ryanmichalski3490]

Duane Allman said “I’m the famous guitarist in the band, but not the best guitarist in the band.”

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Ryan Michalski “I’m the famous guitar player, but Dickey is the good one.”

[@stevet6727]

I love Dickey Betts, but Duane was being excessively modest.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Steve Taton I disagree. Duane wasn’t known for bullshitting or blowing smoke. People didn’t have to guess where they stood with Duane. I didn’t know him personally, but I’ve spoken with many who did, and I am 100% confident that he had the utmost respect for Dickey Betts. Listen to Duane’s playing prior to the ABB. He was an accomplished player, no doubt. But his playing soared to new heights in the Allman Brothers, due in no small part to being relentlessly pushed by Dickey Betts. Dickey brought a jazz influenced sophistication and depth that Duane’s playing lacked prior to the formation of the band. Dickey Betts was and is still an absolute monster. Cheers, 🍑🎶

[@joselipton1641]

@@VirtualWoodshed Duane probably said that because Dickey was pulling another hissy fit. Also, listen to Dickey's playing after Duane died on Wipe The Windows...he sounds out of tune on most of his solos.

[@jellycream1964]

@@VirtualWoodshed VW, I'm not sure if u realized it but the Dickie solo u posted is an alternate take from the one on the Filmore. Not quite as good as the original. No big deal just thought I'd mention it

[@itolduso6238]

Dickey has a way of changing tempo effortlessly, like bending the colors of a rainbow, and bringing it right back into rythym. One of a kind. Also sounds like he is pushing his guitar strings to the absolute limits while still being in full control. The combo of Dickey and Duane will never be replaced. Legends!

[@bradwilliams935]

Blown away. What a phenomenal band with some of the greatest individual talent ever combined.

[@toddroland3203]

Just plain great stuff My first concert was the Allman brothers band in Richmond in 1975 they were so good. The most underrated band ever I miss them still God rest the souls of Duane Greg Barry and Butch they will love forever in my soul

[@CliffDHall69]

I'm almost 50 years old and I'm still finding music from the 60s , 70s, that I just have missed along the way. Thx for sharing

[@richardagreen]

Keep on searching there’s a ton of great music from the 60s & 70s

[@leecampbell5790]

I remember when he played at the Forest Inn in Jax., fl, late 60's and 70.

[@davidmartin7081]

In 1985 I got to see Richard Forest Betts jam with the Vassar Clements Band inside a giant outdoor tent in Orlando. Front + center, 12 ft from edge of stage, I watched in amazement as Dickie played "Southbound" to hundreds of dancing fans under that tent. As Mr. Daniels said: " People come from near + far to hear Richard Betts picking on that red guitar. " WOW!!! A moment worthy of King's + Troubadors!! HAIL. A. B. B.!!!

[@richardstones6445]

Such a sad day. The music of the ABB, especially “Live at the Fillmore East” and “Eat a Peach” albums, had a huge impact on me 50 years ago as a young guitarist. Rest easy Ramblin’ Man. Now we can truly say If there’s a rock and roll heaven, you know they got a hell of a band.

[@telerooo5213]

Dicky Betts - RIP Brother.......😣😢........✌&♥.....

[@glenramo8597]

Nice to hear this live ABB at the Fillmore again as I was there when they recorded their double live vinyl THANK YOU

[@matthewoconnor5838]

Greatest live album ever,Dickey deserved so much more recognition but the outpouring of love and respect for him since his passing has been wonderful.

[@claudecarrier5463]

WoW, I have heard this solo Thousand of time,that is the Fillmore album version, yet this one blew me out of my chair. Dickie Betts you are one of the greats

[@RolloZx]

most underrated guitarist of all time. technically supreme - was shredding before it existed

[@andrewwhyte8259]

mat rowles he’s my no 1 for sure just so clean.

[@treyphillips119]

Best at melodic bends that I have ever heard. Just a supernatural talent at tone, instinct for the exact right note, and touch. Every note in his solos feels like it's the only note that could go there. Your ear hears it and immediately, it's like of course this is the right note to play at the exact right moment. It's just unbelievable how clean and simply perfect it sounds but once you start to try to figure it out, it's just a maze of notes. Mind boggling.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Trey Phillips well said. Agree 💯. Rock on. 🍑 🍄

[@thefrogking481]

Under rated? Maybe to those who don't know, those of us who do know....well we just know.

[@michaelcraig9449]

Shredding existed long before this. It was Jazz, bluegrass, western swing etc..

[@marktrkla7189]

Thanks for the music Dickey RIP

[@billwassell3718]

Which one is better? That's the wrong question. Like asking which one of your children is better? These are artists (Allman/Betts) that transcended the musical paradigm. They created (please note the word 'they') something in space and time that will never be replicated. We are fortunate to experience it. Period. As outlined. it is not a race or contest, it is just 'beauty'. Be very thankful brothers and sisters.

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Bill Wassell Beautiful!

[@philipg3372]

Well said, Bill. “Better”, when it comes to art is just a giant slippery slope, IMO. It’s like arguing over ice cream flavors, what’s best is what tastes good to the lucky eater. When I read a comment that this player is better than the other, I just translate that into a matter of taste - it’s totally subjective and there is no right or wrong in that. Yes, those who have a knowledge of music can argue from a technical standpoint, but who really cares? Technically, Pavarotti was a great singer, but I prefer to listen to Bob Dylan. The music Duane and Dickey created was a wonderful gift - almost 50 years later and it’s still powerful, compelling and moving.

[@ellywinterquist7665]

I don't know how to put it in big smart words like some people. All I know that sounded GREAT!!!!!!

[@hughsnyder891]

I agree completely. I got to see the original lineup just once at the Spectrum in Philadelphia. It was kind of bizarre as Jerry Lee Lewis and Little Richard were on the bill . Jerry Lee Lewis was supposed to open but did not arrive on time . Little Richard refused to go on first so the Allman Brothers did. Then Little Richard interrupted them twice saying stuff about the promoter . After the second time he got escorted off stage and as was later reported a police escort out of town. Inspite of all the nonsense the Brothers played fabulous and Duane and Dickey played like four hands and one heart . Phenomenal ! When they were done Jerry Lee Lewis showed up . It wasn’t going well then Dickey came out and joined in and saved the night for JLL . Weird night but great memories. Lifetime Allman Brothers Band fan 🙏👌😊☮️

[@ellywinterquist7665]

I believe that they complimented each other with their fantastic playing, neither one was better than the other. They were Great together. Music is something that brings people together, not to talk about who is better, and maybe that's how they felt. Like the one gentleman said " it is just beauty, and being thankful you were there to enjoy and witness it" I hope everything I think and write is not taken as spiteful or trying to be mean, and nobody takes any offense.Peace and Love to you all.

[@ramsfire]

Been following these guys since the early 1970's when I was 13/14 yrs Old. I learned to play The Blues Harp to "Live" At The Fillmore East for a Band I was in back then. Never gets Old for me. Dicky Cold On That Axe Man. R.I.P. Duane and Greg. Met Greg at a Denny's one night Late after seeing him earlier that day in a Concert in Newport Beach,CA. In 1991. I met Sonny Bono in 1993 in the Bay Area while Consulting for a LandBanking Firm. Whoda Thunk that I would meet BOTH of Cher's Husbands? Life is Fulla Surprises.

[@v2vroth]

This live at the Fillmore album is the perfect template of what ass kicking Rock is!. Long live The original Bros!

[@ambassador8524]

I watched that man crush it at the Beacon Theater 12 nights in a row. I would sneak in the rod iron fire escape on side of the venue. I was 16 years old.

[@richardvanry9000]

"wrought iron"

[@ambassador8524]

@@richardvanry9000 awe, ty

[@richardvanry9000]

Please forgive me; I'm an English teacher :)

[@juana1483]

@@ambassador8524 and I'm an iron worker, and Lord Bless you for sneaking in like that. In 10th grade, we all climbed over the fence at the drive in theater, and one of us drove in.

[@thomasfoss9963]

We built a tree fort platform just outside the fence at our local drive- in, and watched movies with our girlfriends for years!!!! I used to laugh driving by it years later on the way to work!!! It stayed up there rotted till they tore the theatre down decades later!!!!

[@matthewblanchard9301]

Great story and very well written, and right on about Duane and Dickey being different colors in the same rainbow. Brilliantly Perfect......🎸🌈 🎸(Sorry for the Strat Emoji) I was very lucky to see this original line - up when Duane was still with us. seven - times in 17months from mid - March 1970 to the end of August 1971. And one of those concerts was on 06/27/71, Yep! That was one hell of a concert, a special night that close out the Fillmore East. They were indeed on fire that night, and Dickey's solo ending reminded me of a concert I'd seen at the Boston Tea Party a year earlier with Led Zeppelin. It seemed that Dickey was channeling a little Page into that solo ending, but the bottom line was simply all Dickey, and he laid off all Betts that night. It's sad that with Dickey's passing that only leaves drummer Jai Johnny Johanson as the last man standing. As for a story I heard was that Jai Johnny was the first one Duane asked to join his band while they were session musicians at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio at 3614 Jackson Highway in Sheffield, Alabama. Yeah! Home of the Swampers......🎸🥁🐊

[@Jcperrin]

"It’s just music, and Dickey and Duane are simply different colors of the same rainbow. Neither better than the other, just equally beautiful.” Tremendous detail in these two sentences. Perfect...

[@XxSkydog71xX]

Let’s just say thank god for the Allman Brothers Band.

[@olddragguy]

Amen Bro I have a daughter named Mellisa.

[@howardk6031]

absolutely

[@mikeruzza1463]

Loved the Allmans before Duane and Berry died. They were never the same after that. Still good, at times brilliant but never consistently hitting the standard Duane set for them. Imagine 20 more years of Duane and Dickey together, and all the great music we missed out on. God bless the ABB and all the musicians who are now playing in Heaven!!

[@adamstanley4778]

Holt shit it's Jim page

[@XxSkydog71xX]

@@adamstanley4778 yessirrrrr

[@acdebiase]

Sir Richard is still awesome and loved by all the ABB fans of the world. I hope he's healthy and happy now.

[@vikingrobot4179]

Man……thank you so much for taking me back to a much better time in our history. It feels really good to take a break from (now) just to experience just how awesome it was (then.) I was born in 71 and my Parents, my Aunts and older brothers all listened to this kind of music. I was very lucky to have an older brother by 8 years play in numerous bands in our basement and garage. I remember one summer we held four graduation parties in our back yard with my brothers band jammin some Allman Brothers among many others. Good times I’ll never forget.

[@LetzBeaFranque]

This solo is Dicky's best - it conjures an old Appalachian fellow doing a dance on the front porch. Excellent stuff!

[@LetzBeaFranque]

My guess is that Dickey was emulating the Hambone. See this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hn3QqoaHaqioj5I

[@williamgeorge2433]

For me this goes way beyond that.

[@LetzBeaFranque]

@@williamgeorge2433 Understand!

[@jimsilva8079]

Blistering solo -- literally. And you gotta love that tone, so basic and pure. Les Paul + Marshall Stack + Dickey = Magic

[@dicksteptoe9199]

They used traynor amps

[@michaelcraig9449]

THat is what makes the best solos and tones.. Strat or Les Paul, and dont forget MOSRITE, and a Marshall stack.

[@finddeniro]

Les Paul guitar .. Les Paul played for the Joy of Music.. So did Rickey Betts..Fun as well..

[@solezuroleman8892]

Duane said it best when he said, "I'm the famous one but Dickey's the guitar player." Who would know better than him?

[@peppersander2457]

This is one of the best times in music history, thank you so much for posting Virtual Woodshed :)

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Very welcome Pepper!

[@stevelongobardi6870]

Thanks for posting this. I've been a fan an Guitarist for over 40 years and wore through a few Fillmore Albumns learning these solos. Anyone who plays guitar knows how good these solos are, and how challenging they are to master. These guys were in their 20's and set a benchmark that is unsurpassed today. What upsets me - is while Duane was unmatched, It was Dickey who kept that band together - and it was Dickeys guitar work on Brothers and Sisters that made them millions. Not having Dickey at the closing night of the Beacon was disrespectful to his legacy, and his absence bothers me to this day. Long live Dickey Betts .....and thank God this stuff was captured on audio.

[@jasonsmith-bm1sv]

He was asked to appear and refused.

[@charleskuckel3173]

I loved that statement. Duane Allman and Dickey Betts were different colors of the same rainbow. Neither was better than the other, just different. I CAN'T say if this was his best Solo BUT it's definitely ONE of his best. I'm in awe of his talent.

[@slickrockcreek1]

"Duane Allman and Dickey Betts were different colors of the same rainbow." One of the most beautiful and deeply true statements I've ever heard.

[@glenduncan8125]

"I'm the famous one, he's the good one." Duane Allman

[@stagg6439]

You are absolutely right sir! That is one ripping solo from the great Dickey Betts. Thanks a bunch for sharing that with us, I've never heard it before. My personal favorite solos from Dickey and Duane are from the live version of In Memory of Elizabeth Reed from the Live at Fillmore East album, which imo was much better than the studio version on Idlewild South. That whole band was on fire during that period

[@Earlvis]

I had the privilege and honor of meeting Dickey after a show and we talked for 15 minutes! He gave me a huge hug and thanked me for the support through all the years. Man that dude was strong 💪

[@jacobbrown3479]

He’s still alive

[@Earlvis]

@@jacobbrown3479 Sure is

[@jacobbrown3479]

@@Earlvis when you said he was strong, I guess you meant like, back in his prime playing days. You’re correct with that statement, I misinterpreted

[@Earlvis]

@@jacobbrown3479 He grabbed me for a hug and about ripped my neck in half-strong

[@SURRYHOUSE2]

Hello my brother. You are right about him .he is by far one of the best. You guys sounded good on Jessica today video

[@peterb.68]

Revisiting this after hearing of his death. What a profound loss for music. RIP Dickey

[@judithfox2435]

I post this so often. Love it!

[@dee9568]

Dickey Betts..... so underated....sweet sound ......my friend.

[@countrymusicguitarclassics]

Thank you so much for uploading! Dickey Betts is one of my favorite guitarists of all time. Love his playing. I appreciate you sharing this.

[@gregbates4260]

how are you doing ?

[@mulemule]

Woah! I'd never heard this virtuoso performance before. Left me both awestruck and exhilarated. Thank you!

[@TheRhNegative]

🤩

[@douglassmith5211]

I've been listening to Dickie and the Allman Brothers Band all my life, and still believe they are one of the best of all time.

[@ponynose4987]

When I listen to the Fillmore album, I think Duane and Dickey were reading each other’s minds. I know they played together a lot, and knew the music, but that album only had seven songs on it, and most of them were just JAMS!

[@wmden1]

There was a lot going on in this. Blues, hard rock, country, Soul. Excellent, just excellent. There is, Nobody, I had rather listen to play guitar than Dickey Betts.

[@recurvearcher6542]

Thank you, at 72 yrs I first heard Eat a Peach in 1972, like many, marvelled at this band, what made it great was the talent of each member, coming together, creating a particular sound, thats where the magic happens. Even after 51 years it stands as a testament to how brilliant these musicians really were.

[@CuttySX455]

The playing he and the other ABB did on the At Fillmore East is imo one of the greatest displays of guitar virtuosity ever made. My favorite from that album has and always be In Memory of Elizabeth Reed. Talk about talent. It's got everything on it and I consider that piece to m4 more akin to a improvised jazz piece. I've been listening to that piece of guitar art for about 45 years and never get tired of it !

[@freesoul3371]

I was akid that grew up on great 60-70's music my older sister had lots of great albums but I discovered ABB in 1970 when I was 9 and my favorite band has and will always be the ABB and duane and dickie were the best ever and dickie doesn't get the credit he is due he wrote some of the greatest songs and licks.....duane and dickie was the best guitar duo ever and ABB is the greatest band they were the best jam band I ever seen and just the best.

[@highjinxwillie62]

I’m not a almond brothers fan at all. But without a doubt Betts is one of the greatest guitar players in rock ever. And the most underrated

[@jeffstack1771]

The fact that this don't have a million likes is a testament to how far society has fallen

[@supme7558]

Music is generational

[@jeffstack1771]

@@supme7558 so too is the declince

[@waywardson13]

Amen, but we ain't in the 70s no more.

[@cirrus1964]

Maybe people want to hear a melody on guitar, instead of listening to an acrobat?

[@Hawijack]

As of today 1,100,000 views, I guess we’re alright.

[@klmullins65]

Dickey made Duane an ever greater guitarist because he pushed and inspired him. I was really blown away by Dickey's playing on the Winterland 1973 recording too. He definitely stepped up at a critical time.

[@jonpierce5901]

I was eleven years old in 1971 when I first heard "At Fillmore East". It gets better each time I play it. Thanks so much for the video!

[@mrnobody9104]

showing Brother Dickey some love............. he and Skydog have rocked my world for a long time and made it a much safer place for all in doing so!!!!!

[@elizabethreed2090]

ABB***FELL IN LOVE WITH THE MUSIC 46 YRS AGO AND I AGREE DUANE AND DICKIE ARE DIFFERENT COLORS OF THE SAME RAINBOW****STILL LISTENING. R U ???

[@VirtualWoodshed]

I am Liz, I sure am. 🍑

[@elizabethreed2090]

@@VirtualWoodshed you go girl

[@gregbates4260]

hello

[@moondancejackson5081]

Oh, Dickie. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with us mere mortals. RIP!!!!!

[@barrymcadams4598]

Forever remembered! Glad he is still with us! The Brothers forever!

[@sjl2362]

😢RIP

[@simontromans2748]

There's a vitality and freshness in music from these 20th century eras as people pushed each other to find something new. Love Dickey's playing, a true icon and inspiration.

[@normcook9335]

Thanks for posting - I've always considered Duane a better player. But this is a piece of work by Dickey! O.O And RIP good sir, I posted of his passing. :/

[@briankelley617]

Just doodling on a search of Duane Allman, and I came across this. I saw the Allman Bros live with Dickey Betts at Worcester Auditorium in Worcester, MA 1988. I went to music school on guitar. I can tell Dicky is a very articulate player with a lot of lean on syncopation, attack, funk, great respect for time and crossing bar lines with sustained phrases, bending, sweet vibrato, fluid speed. It's "mean", "down and dirty and hard-edged " but entirely virtuosic and very captivating. I remember at school there was kind of a smug guy who majored on guitar, mostly classical who said, "yeah Dickey Betts!" Maybe, I was thinking of him when I chose to buy a ticket. I have to do more listening honestly to both of them and the Allman Brothers, but music school and being a guitarist does tend to put in your blood, if you have ears and worked at it, a fast recognition of a player's technical motifs, talents and lyricism, and general unique voice etc. Duane is no doubt beautiful and soaring and very lyrical with amazing tone and musical intelligence. But the two are very different. Duane's a very natural, musical player. Dickey perhaps has more disciplined chops in some respect. If I had to yank out a stretch of a comparison, I might offer they remind me of the difference between Robert Fripp(Betts) and Adrian Belew (Duane A) in King Crimson of the 1980s.

[@SteveHorowski]

Richard Betts was one of the all time great guitar men of all time R.I.P. jam with S.R.V. wish i could hear it

[@Darkwell0071]

Can you imagine two greats playing off one another going higher and higher doesn’t get much better.

[@davidrhelmick72]

Darkwell0071 no disrespect intended but i can name three :Allen Collens,Steve Gaines,and Gary Rossington of Lynard Skynard.No disrespect towards Ed King but he was no Steve Gaines...

[@strprog-rock4284]

@@davidrhelmick72 Steve Gaines was one of my favorite guitarist , saw him with Skynyrd a few days before their plane crash. I jammed with Betts in Tampa ,fl. in 1973.

[@davidrhelmick72]

STR PROG-ROCK to see Steve jam live with Skynard or to personally jam with Betts,would be a safe assumption to consider you a blessed man!actually double blessed!!

[@Grovesgeo]

Peter Green / Danny Kirwan...live Rattlesnake Shake ,1970....Boston Tea

[@jupitermoongauge4055]

Now you're talking about 2 real greats. The allmans are definitely not in the same league by any stretch of the imagination as those guys

[@tonymarvin8842]

His playing had a depth and soul that isn’t present in many players. Some of his solos bring tears to my eyes they’re so damn good. His playing was so melodious and the tone so pure he just reached down to my core. Rest in peace Mr. Betts!

[@VirtualWoodshed]

@@tonymarvin8842 larger than life.

[@curtisfry692]

Holy moly! Ive always been a fan of Mr Betts and the Allman brothers band, but this is fantastic!. I only wish I could've seen them live!

[@billythekid5258]

THANX, VirtualWoodshed!! I’m a long-time diehard ABB fan, really appreciate ANY underground or obscure stuff! And I enjoyed your reasoning on Duane vs Betts! Duane died before I could catch him, so I can’t pontificate too much on him, but I saw Betts with the ABB many times. He was never less than amazing! Truly jaw-dropping! I was a real rock’n’roll road dog in my day, saw hundreds of concerts and thousands of bands. One thing I can say about Betts was that he was maybe the only guitarist I saw whom I got the absolute feeling that he was playing stuff, trying out techniques, reaching for notes, that he had NEVER done before. Not in practice, not alone, not on stage… he was doing stuff for the first time - and even surprising himself! He was doing it and hearing it for the first time, and so were we, the audience. It happened a couple times, and it was an exhilarating feeling!!

[@zummo61]

Just listen to the three versions of Whipping Post from the complete Fillmore set. Dickey pulls out something completely different each night. The Indian flavored interlude with harmonics is my favorite Betts solo of all time. I think it is the second version.

[@arvokaseorg2337]

On Allman Bros Live at the Fillmore, this "movement" is on You Don't Love Me

[@2ampipeonthepatio]

zummo61 the complete Fillmore recording is 6 hours of amazing music, but the thing that struck me was that Dickey’s best stuff didn’t even make the original Fillmore album. I was ecstatic about getting to hear more stuff from Duane and after listen to the complete Fillmore recording I left with a greater appreciation of Dickey and just how damn good he was.

[@zummo61]

2:00 am Pipe On The Patio i agree.

[@jcavazos4145]

zummo61. He rules !

[@samiam9008]

listen to it a hundred times ..you won't find one thing out of place. five and a half minutes of excellence .. thanks DB .. You can all go home now.

[@frankgarofalo2653]

You’re my blue sky You’re my sunny day

[@kevinstrong5832]

Wow!!!! I'm 66 and a stone cold Allman brothers fan since 1971. Used to fly to New York every year to see at least one Beacon show. Have seen the Allmans all over the country. I've been playing guitar since the age of nine, so I can get around a fretboard a bit. I love to listen to everyone from Duane and Dicky to Django and Tommy Emmanuel. I love awesome solos. This is the first time I've ever heard that Dicky solo. ABSOLUTELY THE BEST I'VE EVER HEARD FROM HIM!!!! On fire, and blazing!!!!!! I will listen to this to inspire myself over and over. Thank you!!

[@tomjohnson1204]

Dickys playing will forever be classic, a true jammer, although I'm a pedal steel player he has influenced my music playing greatly. Can never grow tired of listening to him, even after doing so for almost 50yrs now. Rock on Dicky Betts.

[@ChrisCole-i9o]

Thank you, Brother Dickey, for the transformative beauty and joy in your music.

[@Dean-qt3rp]

HI everyone. the comments here are fantastic. I will be 60 years old in about 18 months. have been listening to the Allman Brothers since i was 12 years old. Yes I do agree that this variation on a theme by Dickey Betts is his greatest guitar playing of all time. This solo has the same motifs he uses in the released "You Don't Love me" from Allmans at Fillmore east. the ideas are the same, but varied. Fantastically good. My favorite lick of his in the whole bunch , in this particular clip is at 4:45 - 4:55, you all should recognize it, same lick as at 13:50-13:58 of "You dont love me". Extreme dexterity by Dickey. I have been a guitarist also since I was 12 years old and have been trying to figure that lick out. Finally in 2018 after 50 years of trying, I figured it out. I would be glad to show it to anyone who might be interested (via a Zoom meeting).

[@VirtualWoodshed]

Deano Great comment Deano! And yes, that passage that you’re talking about is incredible isn’t it? I’m going to feature a tutorial on that very lick in an upcoming video, hopefully to be uploaded this weekend. I’ll be curious to see if you think I’m doing it right! It took me quite a while to get it down too. 🍑🎶

[@71rambler]

"been playing since I was 12, and finally got that lick at age 60." DUDE - I've been trying to get some of Jimi's licks since I was about 14. Now that I read your comment, I know I've only got about 13 more years before I can finally nail some of those solos! (Since I'm only a 47 yr old boy now) Lol

[@tomseadon9965]

Deano Definitely a kickass solo! I too play,since 74. I’ll be 60 in 6 months, and I wish that they still made music like this! Honestly,never tried this tune,but got”Jessica” down to a T. Duane was a great loss,and each time I hear Layla, with Duane & Eric,I still crank it up! They complimented each other so great! Perfect pitch,timing and energy!

[@tlgtlg3803]

I 'M 64, BEEN PLAYING GUITAR SINCE I WAS 4, DICKIE HAS ALWAYS BEEN ONE OF MY FAVORITES , HE IS NO "SLOUCH" GREAT MAN ,, GREAT GUITAR PLAYER ,, I AGREE "WHOLE HEARTEDLY IN EVERY WORD YOU SAY (SAID) ABOUT DICKIE,, WORLD OF MUSIC A BETTER PLACE BECAUSE OF DICKIE BETTS.....

[@alb.dersame]

@@tomseadon9965 I would love to see a video of you playing Jessica. I will be 60 yrs old on 9/29/19. I'm just a hack on the geetar, lol. I LOVE Jessica. I putz aroud with that one, and Melissa. I like to throw in some lead on Melissa as well. I wish I would have played at a young age, and taken the guitar more seriously. I never took lessons. When I was a kid, my mother played guitar and/or piano in Church. She taught me the 3 basic chords on guitar. G, C, D. I took it from there, learning a few thing's from friend's, and learning from playing along with song's on the radio. We were so fortunate to grow up in the era that we grew up in. God, I couldn't imagine a world without The Allman Brother's Band !

[@edge1289]

As a huge ABB fan and I was always a fan of the guitar man in the hat, this clip is very poignant so close to Dickey’s passing. I’ve been a fan from the beginning. I’ve been fortunate enough to have seen the band more times than I can count. I was at the 40 Anniversary run on 3/20/09 when Clapton sat in for the second set and encore. I was in the house for one of their last shows at the Beacon when they retired. The sad part about the retirement shows is that Dickey wasn’t there, rumors were he was invited, but that’s just rumor. The passing of Dickey hit me harder than when Greg passed, I don’t know why. Dickey was ten years older than me, his passing has me thinking about my own mortality. RIP Dickey, you were one of the best to ever strap on a six string.

[@claudiogonzalez5139]

Back in 77' the Southern Blues Band walked into. Rosita's Cantina in Atlanta Georgia. The place e as empty except for me and my bud jerry. Betts asked the battender(ROSITA), "where's all the biz?" The place was huge you see. Betts told her to call all the radio stations and to tell the DJ's that the BAND would be there that SATURDAY NIGHT! The place filled up and Rosita's made a nice turn financially. BETTS gave Rosita's all the COVER-CHARGE, which e as $10. bucks a head(lots of people). Then he did it again on SUNDAY. DICKY BETTS IS A VERY GENEROUS MAN!! I was there, saw the greatest show ever, I was 4feet away and didn't even go pee cause I would have lost my place. FANTASTIC!!

[@c.s.mcleod7383]

Dickeys work on Blue Sky actually interprets colours through sound.

[@keneutervalve9459]

Happiest song I ever heard... it's my go to song.

[@rdptll]

Blue Sky is his best work imo...one of the first long guitar leads I learned note for note...he was such a perfect player to listen to and try to emulate as a young guitarist: note clarity, iconic phrasing, melodic as all hell...one of the greats.

[@gunnerblankenship4132]

Blue Sky makes me feel the Georgia sun, smell the Confederate Jessmine, see the sun glinting off the Ocmulgee, hear the mocking birds sing, and taste a sweet sip of wild muscadine wine.........my beautiful home in a song.

[@DanBurt1968]

The guitars on Blue Sky make me happy and sad at the same time. That song has always stood head and shoulders above all other songs, period.

[@utoobia]

@@DanBurt1968 ...The point where the two guitars join in harmony....incredible.

[@peti802]

Well said. The the Filmore version of this solo is excellent too. This has got more intensity. Dickey really comes into his own too on Brothers and Sisters... Jelly, Jelly... Southbound... Jessica. Just an incredible flow of non repeated ideas. Great version. Thanks, JP

[@rocketguy2]

@88Gibson LesPaul, thanks for the heads up, man!

[@marklindsey4668]

I was really fortunate To go to my 1st rock concert In my hometown Honolulu. September 1973 means I was 13 I got to watch the Allman brothers band Still my favorite band Of all time In memory of Elizabeth reed Is a great song Surfing. Thank you for great video

[@j.l.hennig4339]

Thanks for uploading this! I have known the "official" album version for decades but this tops it by far. Been an Allman Brothers fan ever since I was 15 in 1980, nobody knew what I was talking about, with all respect for Duane for some reason I always identified more with Dickey as a guitar player. Especially on that night, his tone must have been a gift from the Gods and the Muses.

[@dondimasi9318]

The Allman Bros sure had a talent for finding amazing guitar players, starting with Duane and Dickie. I saw them when it was Dickie and Jack Pearson on guitars, and both of them were incredible. They were playing Strats, and when they came out with their Fenders, I was really disappointed... until they started playing. It was at Red Rocks in Colorado, and they lit that place up! And Dickie sounded just like Dickie even playing a Strat. Jack made me a true fan, and I've seen him several times in Nashville now. Through the ABB, I was also led to Gov't Mule (who I also saw at Red Rocks). A couple of months ago, I saw Blackberry Smoke and Allman Betts Band at Red Rocks. Both bands obviously very influenced by the Allman Brothers. Amazing legacy of inspired music.

[@thomasguitarman9025]

It always amazed me how he sounded the same when playing a Strat

[@harrywinslow3946]

Red Rocks, the most magical concert venue in the world. I imagine I saw 20 or more concerts there.

[@DT-dz1jc]

Brothers, Mule, Trucks All = AWESOME live. First saw B. Smoke at the Rockingham "Smoke Out" (YOU know) several years ago...next thing you know they're opening for Tedeschi/Trucks...needle's definitely pointing up.

[@samstone6032]

On Apr 18, 2024 Dickey Betts joined those who had preceeded him in death....and heaven has another AWESOME musician. Godspeed Dickey honey, thank you for the music & memories. You will be missed and always remembered!❤

[@VonBluesman]

Thank you for the post. The Allman Brothers Band is the best Southern Rock Band ever. I used to have an 8 track tape of Dicky Betts solo project back in 1975 or 1976, the whole recording sounded great. Your band is awesome. Allman Brothers, Hendrix, Muddy Waters, The 3 Kings - B.B., Freddie, and Albert, Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, it’s all you need and more.

[@wakeupamericaandresist2413]

Dickey Betts was the Allman brothers. Ty you Dickey, to much love to explain.

[@jamesrasmussen8253]

Smokes. Thank you for sharing this information. I think the differences and the synchronicity is what truly made them brothers Allman. I was fortunate to interview Dickey when he launched the Dickey Betts Band and had a show in Minneapolis at The Cabooze. We talked for over 20 minutes....not a typical give me three minutes and we're done. He didn't think I'd show up at the gig...I did and got to watch him prep these much younger, incredibly talented musicians, into leads of their solos. It certainly would have been wonderful if Duane and Dickey duo had a longer run...alas, not to be. Grateful for what they already delivered. Magnificent.

[@PFrankToob]

Fk'n amazing...... today's guitarists may be fast and flashy..... but they don't send chills up and down your spine like the guitarists of old, with Betts solidly among them. I'm so glad I am from that era, and got to witness things like this from these artists live..... You had to be there......

[@eugenemalush9284]

Excellent!!! Dickey send chills!!!

[@andrewwhyte8259]

When I want chills I look up betts

[@pegmarinello3188]

For me he is magnetic. He stole my soul!

[@jimisnotunique]

Yes chills, literally Especially with Mountain Jam, after drum solo

[@leahflower9924]

dude this is flashy in the best way when you got it flaunt it

[@jazznjive]

Congratulations on your book Hogarth. Dickey Betts went home & so did Mike Pinder of the Moody Blues, thanks for the greatest music of our time & the best concerts. Rock on!

[@garymoore1210]

Who am I to say who's better between these two great guitar player's.Just listen and enjoy!

[@vmat1000]

After all this time, i never thought of who was better between Dickey and Duane. They were both great and had styles of their own. Heck, i even appreciated the fact that they both played Gibsons thru Marshalls and one could easily tell them apart ( 50 watt for Duane, 100 watt for Dickey). I loved this band.