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[@rsanchez6375]

Greg Allman was one of the best southern rock musicians of all time. I used to listen to him and the band as a child in the 1970's. Rest in peace with Duane.

[@ustheserfs]

regardless of hemisphere, the man had a way of interpreting the blues.

[@vampyros1]

I have no problem saying that Gregg Allman is a treasure and a musical genius. None whatsoever.

[@joekarmazyn2825]

Ok.. you shouldn't have to even mention the word problem in the sentence but yup

[@vampyros1]

Agreed -- a class act all the way.

[@circlecloud11]

He sure was.....he really was.

[@fomoco1454]

Gregg was humble, easy going, and shy. He was a super nice person.

[@dawncampbell6064]

vampyros1 why would you anyway

[@harryferguson9285]

I met Greg in Reno at the Peppermill. He was at the bar before the show. He signed my original Rolling Stone magazine introducing the Bros Band. Greg talked for nearly an hour about the band and music. He made me feel like I had known him for years. That night could only have been better if his brother was there. I got to talk to my idol and he turned out to be cool!

[@debbyrogers3722]

Harry Ferguson Thanks for sharing your story! Glad you were able to meet your idol.

[@edgregory1]

A polite southern gentleman who doesn't care for bawdy talk.

[@levinmoser4001]

Gregg's laugh was priceless

[@guynellerandle9742]

Le'Vin Moser, isn’t he a lost treasure?! What a tremendous talent.

[@kenhoward3512]

I've watched him perform, only showing a very serious face. It's now 2021, and, watching this segment, this is the first time I've ever seen Greg Allman really laugh - 'glad to know he had a sense of humor.

[@rorrante]

RIP Gregg, The KING of Southern Rock.

[@lisacaruso2118]

Gregg and the Allmans were SO much more than southern rock.

[@kjoliver4125]

With all due respect...Ronnie Van Zant holds that title.

[@leavemealoneyoutube1707]

He hated his music being labeled Southern Rock. He just called it "rock rock".

[@QueenGoddessYume]

LeaveMeAloneKZbin yep!

[@ragereynolds4374]

@@leavemealoneyoutube1707 but if you're from the south you're proud that they are as well

[@whateverwhatever5715]

Took me less than 24 hours to read Gregg's book ..it was fantastic ..such a gentle soul , honorable and I learned so much from his words especially the last chapter ..love you forever Gregg , thank you

[@LPJack02]

RIP Duane Allman (November 20, 1946 - October 29, 1971), aged 24 And RIP Gregg Allman (December 8, 1947 - May 27, 2017), aged 69 You both will be remembered as legends

[@scoon2117]

Jaimoe is the lone survivor of the ABB. Long live Jaimoe.

[@creoleviking8433]

First time seeing Gregg laugh so hard. Bless him..

[@frank215n]

Although he is a man of few words. He makes those words count. Big respect

[@earlbob6857]

Frank Papp Respect? What a joke

[@rbthesunsetloner]

+Earl Bob ?

[@MrJoeyTheDude]

Eat it, moron.

[@Cerph]

Gregg was cool

[@rmachayes]

I have an anecdote to go along with this video and this is a for real, down to earth truth. In the late 60s before Greg and Duane really made ti "big time" they were on the road one evening and traveling US 43 through a small town, Jackson, Alabama. We only had 3 patrolmen at the time, not counting the chief. At any rate, as it would happen, their vehicle was not what you would call "keeping it straight". One of my friends, who was a cop and working that night, spied the vehicle, pulled it over, ran a few checks and decided that these guys should not be driving. They were arrested, all of em, and taken to our little jail, where they spent the night. During the night one of the band members carved "Allman Brothers Band" with the date into one of the concrete blocks in their cell. Through the years that concrete block is still right where it was over 40 years ago. The patrolman later became Chief of Police, but not because of this arrest. lol Many people have visited Jackson just to see this concrete block. To my knowledge, the building is still there eventhough the police station has moved to a more modern building. Many people have offered to come down, remove the block, put in a new block and paint the cell. All have been turned down. I am telling yall this because of the recent passing of GA. May he rest in peace. You had a good ride. Now, you and Duane have a lot of catching up to do.

[@guynellerandle9742]

Rodney Hayes , such a tremendous loss. Great talent.

[@debbyrogers3722]

Rodney Thanks for sharing this story! Words can't even express not being with them anymore. Oh but all the memories they left behind will live on in our heart great story!

[@angierucker5505]

Great story .. Thanks for sharing!! What a loss

[@JC-11111]

Thank you so much for sharing this story. Thank you!

[@perijetton9275]

It’s now a historical site!

[@cwb0051]

I Love Gregg Allman, Such a Laid Back, Cool Guy..Rest His Soul...

[@butchvito]

RIP Gregg Allman. One of the best voices in all of music. It's sad to see all the greats going. Props to Conan for having rock legends on his show. I don't see that with other late night hosts.

[@oicsaywhat]

Loved seeing Gregg laugh with Conan kidding around. Conan is the best talk show host

[@thanethagreat]

Johnny Rotten is one of music's biggest posers

[@crissyheimlich9216]

Got that right

[@listennowbreath]

Johnny Rotten is a hyphen Mark, Greg Allman is like Google compared to that little TWIST of a TWIT TWAT!

[@NoineNoineNoine]

Allman Brothers created two genres of music. The Pistols were posers. Everyone knows this. Gabba Gabba hey.

[@rev.j.rogerallen9328]

Greg Allman is the greatest white blues singer that ever lived.

[@JacKass00001]

Someone have forgotten Janis Joplin.

[@bradyblackburn4863]

Rev. J. Roger Allen Right behind Janis Joplin, Steve Winwood, Robert Plant, 'Blind Owl'.

[@gdawgs101]

Rev. J. Roger Allen Forgot Joe Cocker as well

[@cpea12]

Janis screamed very well.....

[@greglarry11]

All outstanding but I agree Allman is the best.

[@JC-11111]

Man Gregg was so so humble. It's the truth. Best live album EVER produced. Bar none. Nothing comes close. They were really hitting on all cylinders for those shows that make up that, album. Whipping Post proves that without a doubt.

[@seishsmom638]

RIP Gregg Allman.....we will always treasure your music. Glad the Allman Brothers are reunited in Heaven again.

[@angierucker5505]

That's cool as Hell> the way Conan has got Gregg laughing his ass off!! That's so cool

[@lotusflower3146]

+Angie Rucker I noticed that too. when I watch him live, he is hard to read. I have always wondered what his personality is like I know he went through a lot but I couldn't tell if he had a mad case of the blues or just had one of those hard to read faces. I literally rewinded him laughing 4 times. it was nice to see, and now the "Gregory" from his book makes more sense.

[@pattyboda6403]

absolutely Annie, well said!

[@RobMacKillop1]

Good night, Gregg. Thanks for everything.

[@RogerPeet]

I saw Gregg live in 1978 at a summer fair near Vancouver WA. It was incredible to be that close to him while he jammed out. 'Live at Fillmore East' is a Classic.

[@NoRosesForMe]

PS...the "head phones" thing.....absolutely right! It goes right into your head and it is more personal that way.

[@lotusflower3146]

+NoRosesForMe lol whenever I recommend a song to a friend I always say "ya gotta listen to it with headphones. only way". Then you hear more and esp the bass

[@jsblake199]

Yes

[@jsblake199]

☺

[@zjs3157]

What about vinyl?

[@themightykyuss]

Sennheiser HD 650's...bought 'em almost 15 years ago. Still going strong and one of the best purchases i ever made. Beats is a joke.

[@terrimanuri7944]

Damm l love this dude,what a real Man,lm so sad that we lost Gregg,it seems so sad and such a loss.RIP Gregg

[@guynellerandle9742]

Terri Manuri , isn’t he a lost treasure and tremendous talent. So unexpected. 💔😢

[@gayleash9712]

To be the best of the best in music, you need some talent, heart, and soul. Gregg Allman had all three in droves...

[@TheMonolake]

What a great old soul

[@reddove108]

Saw his band twice. Marvelous voice and musician.

[@kennygo8300]

I lost my brother only 12 years ago, but now... there are only good memories. I see that in Gregg's eyes when he thinks of his brother.

[@nickvarchenko1258]

"The only way to listen to music is with headphones.." He's right, anyone who truly appreciates music will put on headphones every time.

[@MikeAndersonvinyloldies]

every time? I love music, but you don't listen to music in your car?

[@dedalliance1]

Yeah, Good headphones though, im talking 500-1000 dollar pair of Bose not your 5 dollar Apple ear buds from Walmart.

[@JohnDoe-mk3ch]

Nick Varchenko In other words never go to a concert?

[@natetheguitarkid]

+Nick Varchenko Nahh live or with a stereo is fine too. I like hi fi headphones, but theres nothing wrong with a good stereo.

[@Cook9698]

that's a little over the top but to each his own

[@ronnietoots6797]

when "Eat a Peach" came out it was like a new type of music began, I am a Beatles guy, but every Southern rock band owes their genesis to these guys, Midnight Rider, Sweet Melissa, Whipping Post, etc etc...the instrumentals and the words had never been done before, the arrangements were NOT country NOR PoP nor Rock, got it. Every party we had back then had Led Z, James Taylor, Deep Purple, Grand Funk RR, and Allamn Brothers on the STEEREO..lol, thats what it was. comments from young people ignored....

[@andrewptob]

Ramblin Man, Blue Sky, ... I love the Dickie Betts tunes.

[@earlbob6857]

ronnie toots When eat a peach came out? What? eat a peach? Did you never hear the allman joys? Idlewild south? Dude, the ABB was the real deal, everyone else just took bits and parts of the brothers and ran with it. Rock and Roll owes so much to the brothers. It hurts my heart when i see a 'best guitar player' list and Duane isn't at the top of it.

[@bc7544]

+Earl Bob ....sir Duane IS in the top 5....that's somethin....hard to say whose the BEST...a matter of opinion

[@lotusflower3146]

+Bill Campbell yeah! and you know what Duane, Dickey, Warren and Derek are ALL amazing guitarists, they all deserve to be #1 in my book. add in steve howe, and jerry Garcia bob weir....those are a few of my personal favorites. but unfortunately art is subjective. some people like different things and personally I think derek is my fav at least right now. I love how he plays slide with no pick so he can be so technically proficient. they are all masters of their craft and maybe because I am younger *sorry to original poster* but there are a few....not too many...but a few young people like me who like that music and know its the real deal. my boyfriend and I love the ABB hes a few years older but ive been going to see them since I was 15, now 24. that might be why I am so fond of warren and dereks guitar playing. I am sad that I never had the chance to see duane live or allen woody.

[@ronnietoots6797]

@@earlbob6857 I was young dude...give me a break...

[@screeningmimi]

Makes a huge difference when the host is a fan! Piers Morgan made everyone uncomfortable with his stupid and repetitive questions. It's great to see Gregg relaxed, among friends, and laughing. Two of my favorite people, Gregg Allman and Conan O'Brien.

[@ARTll-zy1cp]

my lord.... i just cannot watch more than a few seconds of anything gregg allman anymore without tearing up.... my heart aches for their music.

[@ellenoraamrani2274]

Love Greg Allman (And The Allman Brothers). "I'm No Angel" is pure rock classic. Love it!

[@KkBo15]

plus easy on the eyes! And the best voice ever! I love him!

[@hollyjohns4558]

nice to see Greg laugh

[@mychannel-jd8yy]

rest in peace ,thanks for giving us the gift of your wonderful music

[@bobabooey4537]

I was born in 73. Tragic we never got to see Duane grow old. Anytime I hear a slide I think of the greatest.

[@marita649]

Sad that another legend is gone. Gregg Allman will live forever in the music that was left behind. RIP

[@waynej2608]

Right on. And fortunately he left a lot of amazing music for us! 😎

[@midnightrider7648]

Love that guy, wish greg was still here. RIP greg.

[@critter7052]

R.I.P. Gregg Allman. Thanks for all the great music!

[@elceenomoun8115]

If you ever get the chance, spend a day in Macon. The Big House museum, Capricorn Studios, Rose Hill cemetery, album cover sites, the H&H restaurant where Mama Louise fed them the best soul food, maybecatch a southern rock or blues concert, and much more. Give a wave to the North where Otis Redding is buried on the family farm. Macon was a big music town in the 70s. The cemetery is beautiful. Its the only band that I know of that will all be buried together in the same plot. Macon is a great day trip if you're ever in the area.

[@derekbodenshot510]

GOD BLESS GREGG ALLMAN

[@johnbulman2457]

Such a humble man, I wish you nothing but total admiration and respect, now you and your brother are jamming some sweet music, rest easy my friend.

[@patrickjordan6710]

Gregg Allman is an American treasure!!!!!!! If you can't see it or hear it....FU

[@patrickjordan6710]

Momo Mo he has been clean for almost 20 years. The guy he testified against told him to do it rather then have them both go down, the dude then got less than 18 months you uninformed fuckinidiot

[@jimmyleon2983]

I'm a longtime Gregg/ABB fan. I got a chance to meet him in '82. I told him I was a huge fan and how much his music has meant to me over the years. He was super nice. We talked briefly about his solo album, "Laid Back," that I mentioned to him as I handed him a pen & card for him to sign for me. Gregg wrote, 'To Jim, Don't forget to boogie'.....Gregg Allman

[@lytwyna2]

RIP Gregg :-(

[@mimi25505]

I love Gregg, damn, I feel so old. Where has the time and beautiful music gone? Damn.

[@NoRosesForMe]

Headphones,,,ear buds,,,whatever,,,YES,,my (late) brother and I believed that this is the most personal way to take in a song,,,or an album. Its just you and the music and no one else . It feels stronger and better just to YOU,. Headphones. Yes. He is the man xx ♥ "jen"

[@martymcdonough1111]

If there's a Top 10 list of the coolest guys on the planet, Gregg Allman is on it - twice.

[@EmpressOfWyoming58]

Oh, what's his face would have to do a lot more than play Stormy Monday to get the ladies in the mood. He'd have to get on his knees and beg. He's revolting.

[@definitedoll]

That was funny when Conan said the house the big house had to be steam cleaned.. Greg was laughing like crazy I wish this was a longer interview..

[@lclaughton]

I really enjoyed hearing Greg's thoughts and reactions to Conan's questions that provoked some good humor. Greg and Duane, and any and all the others including Barry Oakley, excellent bassist, and Trucks now departed, as we will depart, from this world, hope you have the awareness from the other side how you were admired and appreciated...You made your mark in the world with your music and thank God we have still have it to enjoy...RIP

[@megshafer3961]

Gregg Allman's voice is one of the best voices we will every hear...."please call home if you change your mind".....so wistful.

[@justsomeguy7042]

"Stormy Monday is the song I used to get the ladies." "I'll have to send you a bill on that one."

[@blahdeblah1975]

what a half-baked two-bit moron that guy is.

[@MrJoeyTheDude]

Gregg said, "did I ever send you a bill on that?" If you're going to quote, get it right.

[@johnnieo66]

Yeah! All one of them.

[@brosand8975]

Seen Greg.in 73 at the Fox in Atlanta I.v never seen anything to match him or anyone sourthen blues singer the best

[@NoRosesForMe]

i refreshed thru the ads like 4 times before i got the straight video with no ads. This does not always work but you can try it . I still remember when the Bris were on the show in 95. This is gold thank you and my granny loves Conan so much - as we all do! LOVE and blessings - ":Jen"

[@albertocroudo7680]

Gregg amigo personal de mi adolescencia estás tocando mi corazón todos los días descansa en paz nos vemos pronto

[@MrDeterioration]

Lydon didn't "trash" the Allman Bros. He simply said he didn't like them.

[@pamelablake3358]

Me to saw them the first time in Piedmont Park Atlanta Ga. in 1970 . He has been in my life ever since i went in to a 2 day seclusion when i heard he died. He has a record that will be released sometime this year. But i know the Heavens ate Rockin with Gregg and Duane back together. Your Music lives Forever.

[@suzannereilman4516]

...chahwming as allll hayallll, humble, mellifluous, untouchable....;)!

[@gwynenglishnielsen8596]

Gregg kept the dream alive for a long time. I really miss him and his vision.

[@lexwilson2730]

Love that story...who the hell would trash the Allman Brothers!!! I will never stop missing Greg, RIP😢💞

[@ronalddreimanis8051]

Even greg is a southern punk i love greg weirdo cant cross my legs like him can you tho he better than Ronnie Mckernan on organ grateful Dead.

[@stevelittle9289]

Though I agree with you, please use punctuation. If you don't, those run on sentences can promote flashbacks. Thanks for reading....Steve

[@OneUltimateWarrior]

RIP Gregg Allman.

[@megshafer3961]

God Bless you Gregg Allman....the Allman Brothers...my very first concert.....thank you....for your musical gifts.

[@NoRosesForMe]

is he still on this show?? I dont have cable or satelite or anything where i live. I dont care and I cannot afford it on my pay but,,,,is bill nahr still on this show?? Damn,,,,why was he there in the first place? I think hes intelligent n whatnot but,,,,damn,,,he cuts in and its like your nerves twitch in the back of yr neck man haha x ~"jen"

[@luvmegan]

The Filmore album still sounds as great as ever.

[@douglasalan7786]

Words of wisdom " Only way is headphones".. Truth.

[@mtadams2009]

If you were just met Greg at say a restaurant or bar he would look like just anybody. Who would guess how incredibly talented he is and truly special. I grew up on his music and played it endlessly. FE is one of the greatest albums ever recorded. RIP

[@NoRosesForMe]

typos^^ sorry :{ havin a few drinks b4 bed and tryin to deal with a family death,,,and ive been listenin to the Allman Bros again for about 3 days!! Yesss ! Feelin better. love ya'll out there

[@LOZKULLKID]

The fact that he had a legend like Greg Allman just shows how awesome Conan is

[@l.a.d.312]

God I love this man.

[@ARTll-zy1cp]

L.A. D. he is right now along with duane, butch and berry... my soul aches for their music..

[@ginadean5696]

One of a kind!

[@coletteg.4548]

🎶♥️🎶 Loved seeing him laughing!!

[@sketchyold]

Conan exaggerates just a bit about John Lyndon “trashing” ABB. When Conan asked about bands he didn’t like during the 70s he said “Emerson, Lake and Palmer, Yes ... the Allman Brothers. He just threw them in there because they were booked that night. That’s the extent of Lydon “trashing” ABB.

[@leftyspade]

Saw the Allman Brothers, Dwayne was thriving, during six Fillmore Shows. Always went to the 11:30 pm slip, three best buds, 18 years old, truly the most talented of any of the 100 plus shows I saw at Bill Graham's altar. Acid had just been made illegal but thrived still during this time, that experience with Allman Brothers peaking was magical. Great interview with Conan.

[@melissabuss5744]

Aware to my god in heaven this song was intended for me...

[@taimeuppe6174]

back in the very early 70's ..dropped a hit put a stack of albums on and the headphones and next thing i knew it was the next day

[@KENTUCKY-MAMA]

Didn't know there was a book ! Didn't know there was a museum! Definately Need 2 get the book & go 2 Macon, Georgia. Can't wait.

[@Ledprostate]

Those songs can yank me out of my chair and drop me into a bean bag with headphones and the rest with candles and incense from long ago, also in a run-down old house in Kansas, circa 1972.

[@davidmccall4776]

There's something about being a southerner that can't be hidden, and that is genuine humility, and Gregg had it in spades! God bless you Gregg, you represented us well, rest in peace.

[@decacards5250]

RIP Gregg, you will be missed.

[@richardneubauer4395]

EAT A PEACH sessions at Criteria. Tom Dowd working the board. Me, sitting in the control room,rolling joints to fire up in the parking lot between takes. Best of times.

[@michaelmurphy75]

Allman Brothers. Damn...lean back 'n listen

[@johnbelsermusic140]

what a powerful presence. you can feel the state of awe, conan, maher and andy are in. what a legend. rip

[@Bopalena]

When Gregg talked about Bill Graham's introduction for the ABB he confused the Fillmore album recording in March of '71 with the last public show at the Fillmore in June of the same year when Bill made that intro. I was at the March 12, 1971 date (early show) and they were INFRIGGIN'CREDIBLE!!! And the best part was they weren't even the headliners that weekend. They were the middle act and Johnny Winter who headlined blew what was left of the roof off the joint! What a night!

[@willparisweieneth1868]

Love Gregg Allman and Bros Band!! Great southern rock band and the music will live on for the rest of time!! GOD Speed Gregg and Duane and all the other band members that have passed away!! 🙏🕊️💙🙏

[@willparisweieneth1868]

Gregg’s smile and happiness~Love!!! ❤️

[@ANobodiemyspace]

True genius is often quiet. It seems greatness does not always feel good and can be a lonely endeavor.

[@bettadayshelladaze4012]

Greg Allman laughs like me🤣With ALL-HIS-MIGHT🤣😤🤣

[@wafflcoptr]

The Midnight Rider ain't dead folks, he's just left us all behind cuz he's gotta keep on runnin. We'll never see or hear from him again, but even death can't catch that man.

[@punishmentforall]

Dear Conan: Kudos to your great interview and FINALLY respect to a great musician ... and you let him answer the questions. Good job.

[@gfriedman99]

What a gentle soul he was. Rip Greg Allman

[@EclecticDiscus]

gettin old sucks, even for Greg Allman....sad.

[@parisweieneth6340]

Love Gregg Allman, Best of the best!! RIP Gregg, you are missed and never forgotten!! Blessings

[@pattyboda4297]

Conan is hysterical, I love hearing Gregg laugh!

[@ritabeluga7164]

with all respect to gregg....but after duane....dickey is the best....

[@jamespennington5808]

the book is great. brings back memories of the way things were back then.

[@Jaxthewonderhusky]

Totally agree with his comment about how to listen to music. RIP Duane and Gregg.

[@martinwall7297]

gone from the world way to soon RIP GREGG you'll be jamming w/ DUANE now

[@ianhitman]

You can tell Allman was embarrassed by the Johnny Rotten question. The story is completely false. Lydon was on Conan and was asked bands he hated in the 70s and he said "The Allman brothers" and then laughed and said "I couldnt resist that one." Then made a reference about there being loads of them backstage with roadies. This silly little joke has been turned into a real story, which tends to happen in music. Allman and Lydon were never going to have a fight. Its a ridiculous story.

[@mthivier]

He was the personification of the blues.

[@oncomintraffik1545]

Super Bad Ass! 2:50

[@supraludwick83]

long live Duane!

[@randybolt1021]

Dickey owned several pairs of fisticuffs!