Metalhead listens to THE ALLMAN BROTHERS song "Melissa" | First Time Hearing

[@Missalissa529]

I’m the one who requested it, and I can’t thank you enough. My dad passed away December 2015 from stage four cancer and so I asked this around his birthday. He got to name me after my mom named my sister. He was prepared to have a boy so when they found out it was a girl, we was scrambling. He heard on the radio one day an interview with Greg Allman and how he decided to name the song “Melissa”. After hearing his story my dad knew that would be my name. And my mom loved it as that was her childhood best friend’s name. So as much as I miss my dad, I know I’ll always have him because of my name. And hearing people love the song, especially for the first time makes me emotional because that raw feeling is what I have every time. And I just find that amazing ☺️

[@ilichiregius2884]

I knew of the Allman Brothers Band by name but this is the first time I can remember listening to their music. But now, I know I'm going to be going down the Allman Brother rabbit hole.

[@kenlassiter3107]

It is indeed a deep hole

[@nm84ncsu]

Classic. Their “Eat A Peach”‘album was my Dad’s favorite off theirs.

[@Merlotlo]

I remember looking at my dad's vinyl of Eat a Peach WAY TOO YOUNG. There's a lot of phallic symbolism lolol

[@robinmcpherson7981]

Duane was hit and killed. by a Peach truck.

[@jackmorgan3498]

whipping post is a must listen from these guys!

[@susanheard4843]

Walked down the aisle to "Little Martha ." "Statesboro Blues" and "Blue Sky" are my favorites. You should listen to their live album At Fillmore East. It's what converted me.

[@827dusty]

Duane, his brother and guitarist died in "71" on his Harley by a peach truck. Hence the album "Eat A Peach." Greg is the Blonde guy singing. Dickie betts is one of the great guitar players. In their day, they played the best Blues you could find, Listen to the live album "Live at the Fillmore." It's iconic.

[@morethinkingneeded2112]

I though this as well. Duane hit a regular flatbed truck, not a peach or watermelon truck. It references something Duane said in an interview just before his death. "Whenever I'm in Georgia I eat a peach for peace."

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

@@morethinkingneeded2112 the 2 legged georgian kind. or something like that I can't find the whole quote.

[@peterconnelly9263]

The founder of the Allman Brothers Band was Duane Allman an accomplished studio musician playing on tracks by varied Artists from wilson pickett to Boz Scaggs, arytha Franklin, Herbie Mann. Considered to be a virtuoso in many guitar styles, he replaced Eric Clapton in Delaney, Bonnie and Friends, and later was asked by Clapton to play on the double album by Derek and the Dominos named "Layla and other assorted love songs" In fact, Duane created the opening riff on the title song "Layla" and played on 10 of the 14 songs on the double album. Eric asked Duane to join Derek & the Dominos, however he declined as he had already formed the Allman Bros Band in Jacksonville, FL. The original band included Duane (lead and slide guitar) Brother Gregg (vocals, organ, piano and guitar) Dickey Betts (Lead guitar & vocals), Berry Oakley (Bass guitar & vocals) Butch Trucks & Jai Johnny Johanson, AKA Jaimoe (as the two drummers & percussionists) The Allman Brothers were initially signed to Capricorn Records in Macon Georgia. They lived in a very large home near Mercer College named "The Big House" which is a very popular museum paying tribute to the band. I highly recommend googling The Big House Museum for a virtual tour. They came to gain international recognition after the release of the double album entitlied " The Allman Brothers Live at the Fillmore East" in 1971. Many ctitics acknowledge this work to be "Best Live Recording" in the rock/blues genre. Their music was heavily influenced by taj mahal, early american blues players and jazz greats such as miles davis, John Coltrane among others. Tragically the band suffered many losses throughout the years. Less than 6 months after the release of the live album, The Band Founder, Duane Allman died in a motor accident in Macon with Bassist Berry also dying in a motorcyle accident about a year later. Gregg Allman had a severe addiction problem which he was able to overcome in late 1990's, received a liver transplant in the early 2000's and died in 2016 from liver cancer. Shortly thereafter, Butch Trucks killed himself due to owing the IRS $800,000. In the late 1990's Dickey Betts was asked by the band to go into Rehabilitation for Alcholism which resulted in legal dispute and Betts leaving for good only to die of COPD and Cancer in late April 2024. With Jaimoe being the only surviving original member. The Allman Brothers music is still being kept alive by children of the original band memberd such as Duane Betts, Berry Oakley, Jr and Devon Sllmam as well as Derek Trucks, nephew of Drummer Butch Trucks. Finally, on March 20th 2020 the more recent members of the Allman Brothers recorded a Sold Out concert (sold out in 2 hours at Madison Square Garden under the title"The Brothers". It is available as both a DVD or CD. The band included members of the most recent ABB musicians and prior members: Jaimoe -drums, Marc Quinones, Derek Trucks, Warren Haynes, Chuck Leavell (former ABB pianist, now musical director and piano player for "The Rolling Stones"), Oteil Burbridge, Duane Trucks (Brother of Derek & drummer for "Wide Spread Panic"), Reese Wynans from "Stevie Ray Vaughn Band" Pete C.

[@melissakhalar1842]

RIP Duane ❤ RIP Gregg ❤

[@dwanpyrtle3134]

The Allman brothers are from Nashville, TN. They also spent early youth in Daytona Beach, FL. The band materialized in Jacksonville, FL. They had a recording contract with Capricorn Records from Macon, GA and moved there in 1969.

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

exactly. they went to military school in my hometown. I smoked cigarettes in the movie theater bathroom with them. They were older than me but i started smoking when i was 7

[@ZChoate]

Gregg wrote this whole song when he was a teenager, and hehad everything but the name. He said he tried many but "Sweet Barbara" just didn't have the same ring to it.

[@JC-11111]

Whoa. I have a friend named Zac Choate lol. He's from Louisiana. IIRC, it was Duane's favorite song that, Gregg wrote. Duane used to always tell him "play that song you wrote about that girl" ❤️😉

[@jsellitto]

Whipping Post from the Allman Brothers at Fillmore East is a must listen!

[@hiawatha.g]

The lead guitarist is Dickey Betts, who cofounded the band with Duane and Gregg Allman (Gregg is singing here). They spanned a range of stuff from blues to southern rock, and were the best jam band of their era. If you want another by them, I suggest this instrumental a few other people recommended: "Jessica". You can do a 6 min version, featuring Betts kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIOoZHWsZsyir6s or, if you want to try a long version, this is 13 min. with a much later lineup including Derek Trucks on lead guitar: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYiVZp-Go9RmfKc Both are great.

[@ZChoate]

I got to hold the original gold top les paul. My boss knows his son, Duane Betts. Top 10 moment in life.

[@donnaselfon2969]

Yes that's Gregg he passed in 2017. Try listening to whipping post to give you some idea what they were about..loved them

[@Merlotlo]

You've probably heard Jessica by the Allman Brothers. It's the theme song to British Top Gear. Also just an amazing song

[@Merlotlo]

Also would love to see you react to more of Hamilton, that's how I found you. Have a good week dude, keep up the good work!

[@ttrails1]

Allman Brothers became popular in the beginning of the Country Rock era. One of the best shows I saw in 1976, btw. One of my dad's favorite bands as well and he was jealous I was going. LOL I don't remember why he didn't go but oh well. Whipping Post is a must to hear.

[@rickb4079]

Gregg Allman's Got A Soulful voice and plays the Hammond organ in the band.

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

Gregg and Duane were from Nashville TN. They lived in FL foor a while but the band's home base was in Macon GA. I had friends that went to military school with them. The ABB was the original Southern Rock Band, they invented the genre and southern rock was huge in the 70s.

[@wesreilly3248]

My husband routinely dedicates this song to me.🥰 I didn't know about this song until he played it for me. I was 29 at the time, I'm 49 now.

[@robinmcpherson7981]

Thats Gregg Allman, Usually plays the piano. One of their famous songs. I met him several times in Daytona Beach and Macon Ga. He was a pretty good guy. Down to Earth.

[@matthewbarton782]

Fun fact: Gregg Allman couldn't find the best name for the title of the song. One day he was at a grocery store in the aisle and heard a mother calling for her daughter who's name was...MELISSA. Gregg ran over to the mom and hugged her and told her Thank you. He finally had the perfect name to fit in this classic song .

[@fionacrouch1732]

I must admit to being not so sure of this song in the beginning but by the time they let loose with the incredible guitar playing I was hooked. Thanks again for the exposure to all genres of music. I for one, am realizing how much I have missed out on, and adding music to my Playlist I never in a thousand years thought I would have! ROCK ON!

[@perijetton9275]

Gregory has the lyrics for this on his grave stone. I’m a huge, long term fan. This was Duane Allmans favorite song that Gregory ever wrote. ✌️🍄🎶❤️🍑

[@mrnobody9104]

that band has been in my head for most of my life and i wouldn't have it any other way! RIP to all that have left us, you are missed.

[@rickb4079]

At this recording Dewayne Allman Gregg brother had already passed away the other two guitarists is Dickey Betts and Warren Haynes who took over with Allman Brothers after Dewayne Fastway

[@VinE83656]

The Allman Brothers Band were a Southern Rock and Blues influenced band who did some acoustic and even has some Jazz influence. They had ballads and rockers. You've probably heard Ramblin' Man which actually is a little bit on the country side. Suggested songs from me would Whipping Post, One Way Out, Statesboro Blues but there are so many great ones since they made music for about four decardes. Soulshine is a latter day gem also worth a listen.

[@CVNW0696]

They are from my home state of Tennessee

[@827dusty]

Looks like Dickie Betts is still playing his guitar as well. Him and Duane in the same band was insane, and no jealousy, just love for one another.

[@matthewbarton782]

Duuude, ABB will always be one of the Greatest American Bands. 🤘 The Shred Alert always gives me chills.

[@tommathews3964]

Oh, my friend, you have some work to do! And it will be so much fun! I'm an old guy, and we relate to "albums", and that's really the only way to find out ALL about a band. The albums The Allman Brothers Band, Idlewild South, Live at Fillmore East (Greatest live album of all time, according to many!), and Eat a Peach all feature Duane and the rest of the original lineup. It gets complicated after that......Brothers and Sisters comes next in summer 73 with the addition of Chuck Leavell and Lamar Williams. I would suggest: Whipping Post from Fillmore East, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed from Fillmore (instrumental), Midnight Rider from Idlewild, One Way Out, Ain't Wasting Time No More, and Blue Sky from Eat a Peach, and Jessica from Brothers and Sisters. That is indeed Gregg singing Melissa, with Dickey Betts and Warren Haynes playing guitars. Warren and Derek Trucks were the guitar players in the last version of the band, and you owe it to yourself to check out some of the excellent live stuff on You Tube with that band. Derek is a monster slide player, as well as conventional, as is Warren. Very Deep Rabbit hole indeed! See you down there! I've been in it since 69!

[@sionyevans]

Ye man..sweet soulful sounds...Dickie Betts & Warren Haynes on acoustic ....last bit of weaving was sublime

[@lancerx1759]

Melissa & Jessica are two songs and the names of two woman I love unconditionally

[@827dusty]

They were very old in this video, and of course Brother Duane died a long time ago. Greg's voice is so soulful, but never heard him on guitar, only organ. Watch to their Fillmore East concert(1971?) on video. Proclaimed as the best ever recorded live concert. They were the Best Blues Band ever.

[@rickvoigt8720]

love, love, love this. I miss the Bros, but at least Warren Haynes and Gov't Mule are keeping this genre alive!

[@hiawatha.g]

Some of the other commenters mentioned the album "Eat a Peach". It got its name because the accident that killed Duane Allman was a collision with a truck full of peaches.

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

you are very wrong that is an urban legend. In an interview Duane was asked what he was doing for the revolution? He answered every time I am in GA I eat a peach for peace. pause The 2 legged Georgia kind. It was a joke about oral sex but most people leave the last part off.

[@VinE83656]

Greg was singing on this one, though Dicky Betts who was on guitar sang as well. Greg's brother Duane was a great guitarist who past away in the early 70's. You also see Warren Haynes on guitar in this video who also has his own band called Gov't Mule. I saw them live in the late 70s and they were amazing.

[@mostirreverent]

It's my favorite of theirs. check out the Eat a Peach album for a non acoustic version

[@bobl4439]

Truth be told I like the album version a lot better

[@sailinbob11]

That's not the Almond Brothers. That's Greg, Dickey and a couple others. First saw em in Atlanta back before Dwayne died, and many times after. Greg is usually behind the keyboards. Still nice to listen to. Southern Rock at it's best. Yes That's Greg. Yes he's died. So has Dickey. Fun fact : Greg was married to Cher.

[@jerryadkins5418]

Greg is a keyboard master. In this video, Dickey Betts and Warren Haynes were the other guitars.

[@827dusty]

Man Greg Allman is really old in this video. I expected to see him at the keyboards and singing "Whipping Post" or "Dreams," I love these guys. Best Blues band ever.

[@robertacolarette1594]

Beautiful guitar work. Dickie Betts is a legend.

[@syncwolf3375]

There are three songs, two for sure u will really really like. Shatter me by Lindsey Stirling with lizzy Hale, genesis of aquarion an anime theme, and finally ptx nightmare before Christmas song, oh and as an added bonus almost any Evanescence song.

[@angelaharauka7271]

You For sure have to finish reacting to Hamilton!!!

[@NancyMoran-r3b]

This is Gregg singing. He said in an interview that he wrote the whole song without a title, no woman’s name. He was trying different names without success. He knew it had to have three syllables. He had to go to the store so as he was walking around the place, he heard a woman call out to her little girl. Guess what the girl’s name was?

[@kenlassiter3107]

In memory of Elizabeth Reed on of their best

[@karenscigliano9787]

Yes that's Gregg, and also the actual brothers of the band, The Allman brothers, Duane & Gregg hail from Macon, Georgia. AND no they're NOT normally acoustic!! In fact, they are electric blues mostly. This rare acoustic performance is stellar, though. Seeing Dicky Betts play acoustic lead is amazing, God!!!

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

the band lived in Macon.

[@bertpainter8385]

Eat a Peach was the 1st album I ever purchased. And it was a double album. I don't even think people today know what a double album means anymore. lol. They always kept it simple musicianship wise. If you were a guitarist you were figuring out there songs easily because you didn't have to wear out the needle on your record player. lol. Vocals were pure. None of this autotune pitch perfect singers who almost all sound the sound from today's so called artist. Just a great band with many hits back then. I have a question about a video you must have uploaded which I got notified from by KZbin, but it got deleted. It was a song called "Sucker" by Courtney Hadwin from her Vevo channel I assume. I've been waiting for a reaction by you from her for months since I last requested it. Many have reacted to her channel's videos and had no problems from copyrights. But it does occasional happen to reactors. Hopefully you liked it as much as anyone else who watches any video from her. My suggestion is to instead react to this video of her audition on AGT. The video is not from AGT and hasn't had problems from them to get it through. But it's my 1st choice for anyone to watch if the don't yet know of her. kzbin.info/www/bejne/mmaceWOLrc2sl7s Please let me know if it was a copyright issue. thanks

[@valenoso4436]

Hey could you react to the german band Annenmaykantereit? They mainly sing in germam but have some english songs aswell like: Can't get you out of my head, Roxanne or Made me believe. Their lead singer has an incredible voice!

[@sirajulalam8610]

React to Unmaad Band from Bangladesh! Song : "Thunder God - Unmaad " Song : "Let the Love remain forever - Unmaad" Dude... They just got some 4/5 thousand view.... Damn they deserve millions 😎

[@rickb4079]

You should try anything from the live at the Fillmore East album. Whipping post, One Way Out Not My Cross to Bear, any of those are outstanding songs.

[@nairbyelworc6652]

Listened to this song from Eat a Peach album. Used to kick back my seat in my car and jam many a time back then. Oh! Also check out “ Unleash the Archers- Awakening”. You will be impressed. Canadian group out of Vancouver. 👍

[@jasenyoface7555]

"Awakening" already on the channel and currently one of my favorite tracks. Check out my pages! 🤘

[@cajunsamgaming4061]

There’s another band that Brother Duane is associated with. He and Eric Clapton founded Derek ( Duane + Eric ) and the Dominos. You may be familiar with Layla by them. Yes, the blonde guy was Cher’s ex husband Brother Greg who carried on the Band after his brothers death. You may want to check out Blue Sky, Jessica and Ramblin Man in addition to Whipping Post already mentioned. Great job on the reaction. Hope you stay safe and healthy. Looking forward to your next offering. Peace ✌️

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

Duane also played on "Hey Jude" with Wilson Pickett. It was Duane's idea for him to cover it and it was a smash hit.

[@ginaarendtson9478]

Finally!! someone reacted to this song!!

[@cottonmouthmather6238]

Check out the live acoustic version played on Dennis Miller's talk show from the '90's...

[@827dusty]

This is Greg, and he must be in his mid to late 60s. He can still sing . He died just a while ago. He and Duane are together again singing and playing for the Lord.

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

Gregg

[@donnaselfon2969]

Yes it's Gregg he passed 5-27 2017

[@TMSAS07]

f’ing awesome

[@donnaselfon2969]

Yes its Gregg he passed in 2017..his brother died in 1971 and bassist Berry Oakley died in 1972 both in motorcycle accidents...Please react to One way out or whipping post both from live at Fillmore East..thanks!👍💞in

[@anthonyfoutch3152]

I was in USAF basic training in 1972. The local radio was reporting Gregg Allman died in a motorcycle crash I sneaked down to the pay phones to call my friends at UT Knoxville TN to find out the truth. If they had caught me I would had to start all over in BMT but it was worth it.

[@JC-11111]

Dude you have to listen to Warren Haynes & his band, Gov't Mule! Theyre amazing! Warren was the guy sitting to the right playing guitar with the light brown hair & no hat.

[@catleeper]

They are from Macon, Georgia.

[@jamescrick4561]

Greatness 🤩

[@jeffhawkins9483]

Possible two of the greatest guitarist of all time Dickey Betts and Warren Haynes

[@tootz1950]

He is so ripped.

[@jimcole9751]

I believe this was from MTV Unplugged they do a little bit of acoustic but it's mainly Blues Jazz country and maybe even a little gospel to be the greatest band ever you want to get into Allman Brothers at the Fillmore East in eat a peach will give you Duane Allman and Dickey Betts playing guitar together maybe the best guitar band. And after you listen to those albums you'll understand what I mean do yourself a favor go down this rabbit hole.

[@robhaunui3343]

You really must react to a "live" version of "Whipping Post" - there's many versions out there,but it doesnt matter if its from the original ABB line-up,or one of the later line-ups,they're all awesome

[@rudewalrus5636]

I think that it is about time you got around to doing some Bob Seger. So many good choices, perhaps "Turn the Page" is a good place to start.

[@thomaswalker4202]

greg allman is singing with dicky betts playing lead

[@zacharyrobinson5492]

My uncle Allen Woody was in that band🤩

[@nathman65]

Dude you have to review the bass battle video comparing avi kaplan (formally of ptx) tim foust (of home free) and jeff castelucci (of voice play) it is insane how low they can actually go

[@VinE83656]

Macon, Ga. not Jacksonville. Lynyrd Skynyrd is from Jacksonville.

[@winonakid1990]

World Tour suggestion: Leather Jacket by The Arkells (Live at The Rally Edition)

[@jackpresut7072]

What brand are those headphones? Btw I love your reactions!

[@ZChoate]

I would have to say, this song just isn't the same without the electric singing beneath the track.

[@perijetton9275]

And Dickie Betts rocks!!

[@wendysuper4396]

do yourself a favor someday and listen to Mountain Jam from the same album. Duane, Gregg, Berry, Butch RIP

[@SC_Shemar104]

Please react to Pentatonix new medley called Home, it’s a medley about quarantine and staying home.

[@AMERICANPRIDE1100]

One way out stormy Monday whipping post trouble no more just to name a few

[@АннаАфанасьева-р8ф]

Please please please please please, do smth with PENTATONIX, begging you And love you 💞

[@timothyconnolly3746]

Dude listen to live at the Fillmore

[@kenlassiter3107]

Whiskey drinking music

[@landonspence5559]

Could you react to, Wine Beer Whiskey by Little Big Town I know it's a country song but I thought it would be funny

[@JC-11111]

Boy you don't know what you been missing. Been listening to ABB since 1981, still in the womb. Duane is the best there ever was. And the best there ever will be, imo. This isn't a great, version of this song. There are better versions of Melissa. Check out 'BB King Medley'(below) or anything from their first 2 albums. Not My Cross to Bear is another great blues track. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jZbQq5Vml52sZs0

[@KaityO84]

Hey, just found your channel. Love your stuff. Followed over on twitch too. You should really check out Jonathan Young (if not for the chanel, check it out on your downtime.) :) He does amazing metal covers but his disney stuff is incredible. Start out with hellfire, prince Ali or one step ahead. You will fall down a rabbit hole. Lol

[@jasenyoface7555]

Stay tuned... (2fer Tuesday might be related to this)

[@KaityO84]

@@jasenyoface7555 hell yeah! Got my notifications on. :)

[@connorjoetaylorpants]

Have you heard Billie Eilish yet?

[@matthewoconnor5838]

Greatest band ever in my humble opinion.fillmore has never been equaled.

[@MrNut1980]

Love your vids man. Could you maybe react to Home Free's version of "Helplessly Hoping" I think you might dig it if you like this one man.