Jessica (Allman Brothers) | Lexington Lab Band

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Guitars: Stephan Laplante
Guitars: Roger Coleman
Acoustic Guitar: Derrick Breaux
Keys: Austin Vitucci
Hammond B3: Mike Vandemark
Bass: Randy Refalo
Drums: Tucker Wilson
Congas: Joel Espinosa
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Recorded March 2024 | LLB HQ
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Producer: Mike Vandemark
Engineer: James Rutledge
Mix & Mastering: Mike Vandemark
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Camera: Amber Mulhall
Camera: Toria Vitucci
Camera: David Cole
Camera: Nick Elam
Camera: Fred Fields
Camera: Kip Leonard
Camera: Xander Leonard
Camera: Zach Hamilton
Edit: Mike Vandemark
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[@martin156a]

Sometimes a ‘like’ doesn’t come close to giving the credit that’s deserved. This is flawless! Outstanding in every way 👏

[@georgemichael7178]

Another great cover, The Brothers would be proud. Can’t wait until September

[@FlightData101]

Well said!

[@chuckoaks6756]

Real music is a thing of the past it seems like. Could anything like this come out today? I doubt it. Thanks to all of you for the memories.

[@craighermle7727]

You're so right. If I didn't know it was LLB and I was just listening to the music LLB was the Allman Brothers. I honestly wouldn't have noticed the differences. Well, actually I would have. One of the piano/organ solos in the ABB version sounded like a finger slide or hit a wrong note. It was always part of the song, and I was waiting for the LLB to play it

[@ptrubert9199]

Mm m​@@georgemichael7178

[@kitdinker]

RIP Dickey Betts. Excellent rendition of this song Dickey wrote for his daughter Jessica.

[@cecileroy557]

I had forgotten that - thank you!!!!!

[@asajayunknown6290]

Every time this bass player is on, I just love watching him. He is so stoic about the whole thing. Doesn't miss a thing and is great. But will not smile. Not once😊

[@digitalsplit9312]

Randy is a awesome player and a awesome dude!

[@philstubblefield]

As a fellow bassist, I'm well aware of the stereotype: Q: "How many bassists does it take to screw in a light bulb?" A: "None... you don't need light on that side of the stage." 🤣

[@ericwiitala5407]

I was thinking the same thing. Randy is always rock solid.

[@johntellier2366]

Love Randy's tone-what amp is he groovn' on? Just sounds right.

[@stuartstephens]

Me too, the guy is great. I once had an older musician who was kind of a mentor to me, and he would always say you don't need to jump around and make faces, just play the music.

[@212sarge]

And that folks, is why Lexington Lab Band is the best. No debate.

[@Frontdesk99]

-edit- commented wrong reply :-)

[@tedblumstein6772]

OMG!! Amazing tribute!! ... RIP Dickey Betts. You are remembered right here.

[@lindabergman3127]

Yep beautiful ❤❤❤

[@nobodyhere4961]

Pure music heaven...... The Allman Brothers would be proud !!!!!!!!!

[@dougharris8328]

Definitely

[@HuasoPodrido]

Duane, Greg, Betts are you listening? you are still here. Music never dies....

[@tristansheehan1453]

Tonight, on TOP GEAR

[@CatPianoClassics]

I wear some goggles, Richard falls down a small slope, and James says "hello" to a man

[@VigilanteAgumon]

I drive a tractor, James makes some gin, and Richard gives his daughter driving lessons.

[@buzzytrombone4353]

I fight some sheep, James says “Cheese”, and Richard sleeps with his Oliver

[@ajhieb]

I take a Seawolf-class nuclear submarine around the test track, Richard races an ostrich across a football pitch, and James wears a stripy shirt.

[@papasquat355]

This is not a cover. This is a perfect replica of the original. And, the sound engineer is as much a part of this group as is each musician.

[@ChuckThomas]

seriously!

[@brucenye6137]

THANK YOU guys!

[@GranpomLali]

You can never match a vocal song because you just can't match another person's voice but as far as instrumentals go, this is without a doubt the greatest cover version that I have ever heard by far. They've got it down to a T. This is officially the GOAT of instrumental cover versions.

[@dougsimmons2791]

Please…. Take the time and close your eyes and just listen!! You will transported back to 1973 and a great time for music. Perfect job LLB!!!

[@jerrydillard2430]

Sounds just like the brothers! Beautiful!

[@jmcjmc1600]

I saw the Allman Brothers do this tune at Eastown Theater in Detroit. With all the original members!

[@cecileroy557]

My twin sons were born in 1973. They grew up listening to the Allman Brothers and have played some of their songs in their band. NEVER LIKE THIS - OF COURSE!!! ❤

[@sclewell777]

Hey babies that was the Allman Brothers on 99.3 WFRE rocking Kentucky with classic rock. Great job. Can't tell the difference. 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@yancyjenkinssr1824]

D93 Bowling Green ain't no joke neither! And I live in Tampa😅

[@shakey2634]

Twice a year I take off on a 2k to 5k motorcycle tour of this great country of ours and this song is always playing in the earbuds as I pull out of the driveway. Great, great cover.

[@Hemispheres2112]

The duel guitar work between Lefty and Jason Bateman is superb. The whole band in this tune is spot on!

[@feleciaberry6546]

When a seven and half minute song seems too short ; you've got to be doing something right.

[@brendanfromnz]

I can tell you that my neighbours are going to enjoy hearing this one, whether they want to or not. Superb!

[@scuffmacgillicutty7509]

LOL!

[@armedinbama]

Randy's bass playing is sublime. Never flashy, always perfect. Everything a great bassist should be. Man, you guys can sure pick 'em!

[@idaho2ndgens240]

Wow, that is incredible musical talent right there!! Everyone is right on time, perfection!!! Thank you for doing this fantastic song!!!

[@jerrydillard2430]

That was perfect!

[@shanebarber9330]

What an incredible tribute to Dickey Betts and the Allman Brothers! The only difference between this version and the original is the people playing. Everything else is IDENTICAL!! Unbelievably fantastic! Thank you guys for this one!

[@countroshculla]

Thank you Stephan, Roger, Derrick, Austin, Mike, Randy Refalo, Tucker & Joel for this awesome cover of a life long favourite song of mine.

[@markchiz64]

I have a daughter named Jessica. When I hear this song, I think of her beautiful face. You guys did the Allman Brothers right !

[@bellbrass]

Lexington area drummer here. I didn't know who Tucker Wilson was before watching this great performance. I sure do now. That dude is fantastic here.

[@LexingtonLabBand]

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[@bellbrass]

@@LexingtonLabBand Done!

[@2TrackMind-c6i]

Again, I find myself levitating around the room, gently bumping against the ceiling - memories going all the way back.

[@johncronk3939]

One more flawless example of what these excellent musicians are capable of doing. Great job. We named our daughter after this song.

[@allentumminello2343]

You guys can’t be that damn good You never pick an easy piece of music to redo. Thank you. PRIDE

[@paulmayer4836]

Maybe a little too good ....

[@charlesknox8721]

I am ever in awe of the caliber of musicians associated with LLB. It makes for a pure listening experience.

[@jonspangler1868]

Flawless performance. The complexity of the song, the note-for-note rendition, and the cohesiveness of all the band members to bring it all together is amazing. Takes me all the way back to the 70’s when I first heard this song.

[@johnnywishbone8985]

Tonight on TOP GEAR. LOL😄😄😄😄

[@DonDixit]

During my scout years I led pioneers to the Pacific. All I needed to endure the brutal elements was Jessica. By Lex Lab. OUT-STANDING!

[@oldprankster7606]

What an absolute joy it is to hear a southern rock classic resurrected so lovingly and brilliantly by a younger generation of artists. Thanks from the bottom of my heart, gentlemen!

[@hdjoe88]

The best cover of Jessica I’ve ever heard. I think Dickey would approve!

[@trumpingtonfanhurst694]

Took me right back, thanks for that.... and Thank You Allman Brothers and Dickey Betts.

[@MrRebar15]

*lexington Lab Band* Bravo well done, thank-you for taking the time top bring us along. GOD Bless.

[@2olvets443]

The best rock instrumental song ever then and now!

[@Oldjohn52]

Misters Allman and Betts would be very appreciative of your MOST EXCELLENT rendition of one of the best instrumentals ever.

[@jkxelor1295]

Awesome!!! RIP Dickey. One of the greats. Thank you LLB

[@RedBearTrading]

Now THIS is how it's done! You guys are fantastic! Bravo gentlemen, bravo!

[@wallhome464]

Please do Melissa, One Way Out, Whipping Post or Ain't Wasting Time No More. Awesome job.

[@mhmadgenious]

"On that terrible disappointment it is time to end thanks watching top gear good night" this song will always make me think of top gear.

[@johngray6277]

This is simply another outstanding performance! Don’t you guys get tired of being soo good?! This is not an easy “cover “ and you performed it to perfection! Sounded like the original, doesn’t get better than THAT! When you play as well as the best, you’re awfully dang good! Well done, well done, BRAVO!

[@leifhietala8074]

I can't get enough of Austin's easy competence on the keyboards. There's a guy who takes hard parts because they're fun.

[@charlesbrown959]

This group is my library of music now......amazing.

[@raymondallo9947]

I can't find the words to express how good this is. All I can say the volume is set to 10, cat has ran away and dog is wagging its tail and my daughter asking me to turn it up.

[@thomaswahl5091]

An excellent tribute to Dickey Betts. If he heard this fantastic cover, he was dancing in heaven. Thank you guys for this awesome piece of music.

[@philbivins7133]

All I can say for you guys is, “The Allman Brothers would be proud of your hard work.” Well done Lex!

[@martincolley5371]

One of my favorite Allman Bro's tunes.Ya'll did it right..

[@DanC-go9lc]

Wow !! Not only would the original Allman Brothers just LOVE to hear this, but Chuck Leavelle would just as much. Please more Allman Brothers --- one of the very BEST lives bands ever ! Thank you so much for this Lexington Lab Band -- this was truly incredible -- keep up the GREAT work !! 😂🤣💪

[@kathygoldade6959]

Phenomenal! I never would have known it wasn't the Allman Brothers.

[@donbaisden1519]

I named my daughter after this song 🎵. I have been a ABB fan since 1970. Dickey Betts would be proud 👏.

[@daleweaver9952]

100% PERFECT! Love it! What a tribute to Dickie Betts! So glad this music lives on!

[@floundergearjam]

The timing is beautiful with the recent passing of Dickie Betts. Well done LLB.

[@RubenPutteet-wm4wm]

Sometimes music is great with no vocals. This is incredible. Everyone played their parts to perfection. I could get lost in this one and keep listening to it over and over. LLB completely smashed this one. I know the Allman Brothers would definitely approve this cover and be proud of it. Fantastic job everyone.

[@stevelowe1634]

OUT-DAMN-STANDING!!! The Brothers would be damn proud of ya, I am, and I’m not even a Brother. Musicianship Supreme!!!

[@timparry715]

RIP Dickey. I cannot tell you how much I love Jessica. My favorite instrumental of all time!!! Bloody great job! Thank you!!!

[@magwamagwa45110]

As a long long long time ABB fan you guys crushed it wow!!!!!!! 😮

[@Hammer8308]

Beautiful, you see the heads bobbing, the legs moving, the feet dancing, and the smiles. You guys make such beautiful music and it sure looks like you have a great time doing it. THAT makes it very special each time!!!!

[@memstuff4634]

Were you watching the same clip? Where were all these smiles you talk about? Great playing but it didn’t seem they were actually enjoying it.

[@Hammer8308]

@@memstuff4634 yes I am watching, again, and again, I see enjoyment and satisfaction on their faces, and in their motions. This group doesn't do anything that they don't enjoy

[@reddsshaker3477]

Nailed every part. Eyes closed, THAT’S Dickie Betts!

[@Itsjustjess352]

My dad used to play this one for me….as far back as I can remember. He’s been gone 8+ years now, but I still smile every time this one comes on. Such an incredible tune in the soundtrack of our lives. Well done LLB! 🥰 🙏🏻

[@daverobertson5614]

I love the look on Derrick's face being between Stephan & Roger. He must feel like he was dropped into the record. Just outstanding! Great dynamics btw

[@Tipp_Of_The_Mitt]

Superb job guys. RIP Dickey.

[@davidmay5338]

Absolutely positutely amazing, I'm 72 and was lucky enough to see them live at little Marietta College in 1970 or 71 (I'm so old I can't remember) and you guys sound just like them, thank you.

[@2151abell]

That is just UNBELIEVEABLE ! I am BLOWN AWAY ! Absoulty PERFECT on every level fella's

[@johnreilly8672]

You do Dicky Betts proud! Well done everyone. Bravo

[@garywatson3778]

One thing about a monster instrumental is that everybody gets a chance to show off a little. This demonstrates there is not a weak link among you. FANTASTIC STUFF!!!

[@lindabergman3127]

Got that right🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kanesanders6669]

I’ve always known that the BBC’s Top Gear theme song was Jessica by The Allman Brothers but being an Aussie growing up in the 80s have never listened to the song beyond hearing it as the intro to one of my favourite TV shows. This was epic.

[@terrybagwell8609]

Best 7 and 1/2 minutes I've spent in a long time. Outstanding!

[@jls0129]

Mike, You are my FAVORITE music group. You guys are such of talented musicians! We are so grateful that you bring back this great songs! You guys make them sound better than the original ones. I have been recommending your music videos to all of my family and friends! Please keep on doing that great job! I love you guys! ✌️

[@Lollygagger-k4p]

Dickie Betts would be proud. Absolutely flawless tribute.

[@dannyholder9452]

Dicky Betts knew what he was doing! LLB that was AMAZING! Dicky is smiling down on that one!!! PEACE FROM SHELBYVILLE TENNESSEE!

[@dz-6119]

Thanks again LLB for sharing your talents. Wonderful performance of this song

[@jameshigh6481]

AMAZING! Austin channeling his inner Chuck Lavelle. The spot on guitar work. And the VOCALS! WOW! I couldn't tell them from the original! 😂 Seriously, awesome job on one of my favorite bands!

[@kenfischer2285]

One of the best ROAD SONGS and you guys NAILED it.....Awesome!!!!!

[@charliebrownsdad178]

That slick ace playing the Betts lead…Just amazing he can play this with his guitar pointed the wrong way.

[@irontiger8882]

L.L.B. keep doing what you do!!! Rock America and whoever else is listening!!! 😁🎸🎶

[@twentsekaaskop]

Listening and watching from South Africa.

[@unclevernz]

Hello from Surprise, Arizona. Love your music.

[@markspraker6873]

WOW! Just wow! This made me happy cry a bit. Excellent job by everyone and perfect time to release this. Mr. Betts would be honored.

[@marksingo2177]

Holy Smokes...this band is so freaking tight... I cant put into words what i just witnessed and listened to.. For some reason, this song always brought a tear to my eye. Maybe it was the outstanding musicianship that The Allman Brothers brought to this song, maybe it was the uniqueness of the piece.. This rendition did the same thing to me... This band is outstanding!! Thank you 🤘🤘🤘

[@johnpage2935]

It’s a quiet cloudy day in East Tennessee and the Lexington Lab Band just burst thru the clouds and my feet are tapping and as usual I feel blessed to hear their music. Thanks to all!

[@awlthatwoodcrafts8911]

"That was swingin'" -Uncle Bob, That Thing You Do Randy really held down the low end with one of the busiest bass lines one can imagine.

[@reydalupan8460]

Standing ovation for this cover is well deserved….congratulations LLB.

[@harleypiper]

Been playing since 75. You guys are solid. You have a great band. Sounds just awesome, incredible and worth every second of several minutes.

[@pradipchaudhuri9240]

This is the best cover I have ever heard of this songs!! FANTASTIC!!

[@BKD70]

I've said it so many times on this channel, but never was it more deserved than with this: Is it LLB, or is it Memorex??? OMG... I'm blown away!!

[@TheHonudiver]

Holy smokes nailed the guitar solo!

[@jayg3559]

That was the BEST!!! Dickey would have been proud! I vote for that being on the summer concert set list ! Thanks.

[@tfl1078]

One word...chills. One of my personal favorite songs of all time and y'all nailed it. Thanks and keep it going!!

[@neilbissett1240]

For us in the uk it used to be top gear a car show opening music well done guys brilliant as ever thanks for sharing 🤔👏😎🇬🇧

[@tisherself1999]

Y’all are incredible. Thank you for sharing your talents with us. This song is absolutely beautiful and flawlessly recreated. Bravo!!!

[@johngoodman9380]

Close my eyes and the Allman's are playing!

[@MikeMike-jj8nd]

Perfection!!!!!!

[@mattday870]

I've listened to this recording a thousand times...I can't tell a difference. Just AWESOME. especially the pino solo.

[@Xpyburnt_ndz]

Jessica has always been my happy time song!!! GR8 job guys!!!!

[@davidroques9187]

Bro, y'all are about to send this 62 year old to the shrink with all these memories! Fantastic 💪🇺🇲 Shout out from Louisiana ⚜

[@darrellswiger6335]

The Allman Brothers were one of my favorites when I was growing up. You guys nailed it. You're band is so tight and you never miss a beat....

[@godzillabass]

hearing (& seeing) LLB perfectly & beautifully recreate a classic song is like a symphony orchestra performing a classic work from a beloved composer…

[@richardclark375]

Why can’t musicians today create music like this anymore?

[@Fastvoice]

That's ironic - because you just listened to musicians that created music like this *nowadays* . They didn't compose it though - but I'm sure there are still many excellent songwriters out there too.

[@TexDrinkwater]

At the gym I go to, at least half of the music has samples from decades ago, and my 30-something trainer is always surprised when I say something like, "Oh, those horns are sampled from Chicago 'Street Player'".

[@ninod1502]

All the good riffs have been taken

[@otto7232]

Same reason they can't read cursive writing

[@DeeDocker]

❤3LB That just touched my heart. I started playing guitar listening to the Allman Brothers and named my daughter Jessica. With the passing of Dickey Betts 😥 and playing what I believe is the best song he ever wrote, ..... well done you guys.... well done

[@rolfsvensson5777]

We should also honor Jessica in the LLB~ Was thinking of her! Just me! Great stuff again? Yes!

[@charlesknox8721]

It's easy to get lost in a long instrumental. This was pure perfectiom......