The Allman Brothers Band - Whipping Post (REACTION!)

[@Lafever1883]

The thing I always found wild about this song is that Gregg Allman The singer , Organ player ,and writer of this song was not even 22 years old when it was recorded. He sounds and vibes like a man 40 years older then he was at the time.

[@coachwhitford7315]

And he died not long after in a motorcycle crash

[@raidrfrk]

@@coachwhitford7315 that was his brother Duane

[@coachwhitford7315]

@@raidrfrk correct always mix them up, then Berry Oakley nearly to the day a year later. Shitty luck.

[@kentorials2603]

@@coachwhitford7315 the great always die young

[@tomlehr861]

Greg started on gtar,hadnt been playing organ long

[@Hey_Blinkin]

Duane Allman is never talked about enough when talking about the greatest musicians of all time. He was a Genius, and had very few peers. There's a reason Clapton wanted to work with him.

[@raidrfrk]

He was a Taj Mahal fan too

[@voodoobill]

And Aretha Franklin…

[@BritIronRebel]

Amen bro!

[@brianmiller6055]

Plus Duane and Wilson Pickett made magic together

[@jjadaddy]

Duane stood all alone.

[@tomfabozzi6309]

Gentlemen, you have GOT to hear this from their album "Live at the Fillmore East". It just kills live - about 20 minutes of face-melting brilliance. Frank Zappa also does a killer version of this song. You should also check out "Midnight Rider"

[@riggermorpus]

Agreed

[@velvanae]

I have been playing this song from Live at the Fillmore for hours now, and then I get home from work to see this video! Does my heart good!

[@rgriffis68]

Yes, I was gonna say, before they started the music, "Which version are they gonna play?" Live at the Fillmore East is the best, although I guess it's a bit too long for this format. Worth a listen for those who enjoy the excellent original studio version. 👍🏼👌🏼

[@rg807]

In memory of Elizabeth Reed on that album is unreal.

[@ignacioolivera871]

I'd love them to listen to some Zappa, his cover of this song would be a nice place to start. Known ground to then go deeper into his genius

[@ZackHamlin1]

Calling them a smorgasbord of great music is pretty accurate. That original lineup was a murderers row of talent. RIP Duane, Berry, Butch & Gregg

[@kateg7298]

What a great turn of phrase 'murderer's row of talent'. Thanks.

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

You are so RIGHT and that's why they are the best Live band ever ( well maybe second to Zeppelin :) LOL

[@NoNameForThisGuy]

Come to think of it, so was the final lineup

[@denisearmbruster7478]

AMEN!!!!!! NUFF SAID!!

[@laurathornton1456]

Had the great pleasure this past weekend to visit "The Big House" museum in Macon, Ga. then went to Rose Hill Cemetery to pay my respects at the graves of Duane, Berry, Butch and Gregg. If you are ever in Macon you owe it to yourself to visit both these great places!

[@waynewhaley3307]

I'm 63 yrs old , this is one of the 4-5 songs in my lifetime, i recall thinking the first time I heard it that this is taking it the next level. The Live at Fillmore East album is arguably the best live album ever recorded. Everything on it a treasure.

[@troutriver58]

Agree totally

[@Chrisinpommyland]

What are the other ones? Have you heard Ren?

[@thelarson1000]

Definitely

[@thomaswhite7783]

The Allman Brothers Band was designed as a live jam band. Everything from 2 drummers to the dualing guitarists. They always owned the stage when they played.

[@ramrodrymensnyder2648]

I feel blessed to have seen the Allman bros live quite a few times. Especially when Dickey was still with them. They definitely put it down , their shows are some of my greatest live music adventures.

[@marinamartinez6886]

The Allman Brothers are the GOATS of blues/southern/rock, etc.

[@jameshowell6361]

I played this song for my 15 year old nephew a couple of years ago as he had never heard the Allman Brothers Band before. He asked what genre they were before we listened and I said, "It's blues ,it's jazz, it's progressive rock, it's southern rock, etc." He looked at me strangely and said, "I'm probably not going to like this but I'll give it a shot." When it was over he said, "Just damn. The Allman Brothers Band are their own genre and it's one of the best things my ears have ever heard." It's like a feel good song... when you're feeling bad.

[@mikeg.9238]

Truth , they were a great band and i'm glad i got to see them so many times. At small intimate clubs to arenas. They were one of the tightest bands ever as far as musicianship!

[@jameshowell6361]

@@mikeg.9238 , I totally agree. I was fortunate enough to meet the ABB at a couple of shows and Butch Trucks was the most outgoing of the bunch. We chatted both times quite a bit and it was 23 years between times.

[@mikeg.9238]

@@jameshowell6361 That must have been wicked cool to have that experience.

[@BradCross1982]

The Allman Brothers were really a genre by themselves. Greg Allman is one of my top 5 vocalists of all time and Duane Allman is one of my top 5 guitarists of all time, so much talent 🤘🏽

[@moniqueleroux2198]

Don't forget Dickie Betts,!

[@MrLeFilipfloppyvelarde]

Doesn't matter how much of a metalhead or a rush fan i am, i always wanted to play guitar like the Allman brothers

[@WildBCPhoto]

Me too. I'm a metalhead but Duane and Dickey were always my guitar heroes.

[@jk-76]

Practice!

[@TheGuitarMan71]

@@WildBCPhoto they transcend genres of music because their techniques can be applied to a lot of different guitar styles.

[@namhsur]

I'm a metalhead & Rush fan as well. I've seen Rush 28 x's - seen The Allman Brothers 26 x's - I've always wanted to play guitar like Alex Lifeson \m/

[@jeremysears4263]

@@namhsur Alex is SIIIIIICK with his skills. Never gets the mainstream recognition that others from his genre or generation get. But he is a BEAST

[@klaptongroovemaster]

"A feel good song when you're hurting." You just defined Blues. That's the beauty of blues and gospel. Turning Pain into Joy.

[@gr8fulted49]

One Way Out is KILLER Allman Brothers!

[@thomaswhite7783]

Duane Allman was one of the most influential guitarists of his time. He played slide guitar on Derrick and the Dominoes "Layla".

[@hha9527]

It was also his riff I think...

[@pcraig1383]

Hi Thomas, he also recorded with Aretha Franklin and Wilson Pickett. Can't fake talent!

[@randyrupert4210]

Dickie Betts too!

[@kayh7982]

While Dwayne was the original and after Eric Clapton played Layla while he was writing it Dwayne added the slide guitar solo. Dwayne unfortunately died a year later. Many versions of Layla with Derek and the Dominos slide solo was played by Derek Trucks. Eric has said that he loves playing with Derek because he channels Dwayne into his guitar. You should check him out. Derek Trucks Band, Allman Brothers, Derek and the Dominos, Derek and the Dominaters or Tedeschi Trucks Band. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jniqaImYd7d-rLM

[@fotoviano]

not to mention Beck's breakout

[@lukeallen6444]

"In memory of Elizabeth Reed" is my go to Allman Brothers tune.

[@kylerichards7792]

Live At Fillmore East 🙌

[@ChuckWasHere]

Same!

[@mikeg.9238]

Too long , love the Allman brother though , seen the numerous times. Always a great show and tight musicianship!

[@justal4844]

I just played that song (also my favorite) for my 19yo daughter, after hearing her playing "Rambin' Man" and asking her, "Do you know Allman Brothers?"

[@Newfie-zc7ug]

@@kylerichards7792 ...You got it ! Not enough love........one of the best live tracks I have ever heard in my life..it's been a long life so far :)

[@lesliesylvan]

Hey, fellas. I'm 72 . . . and streaming tears of joy, from the vicarious pleasure sharing your appreciation for this, oh so fine, song; I've heard no fewer than a few hundred time. It NEVER gets old; I do. lol

[@jasonmatthews806]

Midnight Rider and Ramblin Man........ Don't matter what Allman Bros song you choose, it's can't miss.

[@evanwest4751]

Glad to see Allman Brothers Band getting some more love. If you guys are considering a southern rock marathon, you have got to check out "Green Grass and High Tides" by the Outlaws. I highly, highly doubt you'll be disappointed.

[@beekay5914]

That is an incredible song, and the Outlaws should never be left out when talking about Southern Rock. I put Outlaws up against Skynyrd or Charlie Daniels or any of those bands.

[@johnfoskey7855]

@@beekay5914 don't forget train train by Blackfoot

[@rsohlich1]

Definitely a great guitar solo in that song

[@NotTheRealCodyDean]

The Allman Brothers Band is the birth of Southern Rock

[@russellhudson4558]

Allman Bros are one of the quintessential bands, and this is one of their best. The best music is always the stuff that you feel in your soul... If you don't feel this one in your soul, you might not have one.

[@bmeach4940]

Blue Sky!

[@vixybanker]

Listen to "Statesboro Blues" or "Southbound" I have seen them 4 times!!! They never disappointed! Dancing in the aisles...

[@stevenm.6886]

All if the offshoots of this band are great as well! Tedeschi/ Trucks Band, Gov’t Mule . Dickie solo

[@workingguy84]

Love those bands. SusanTedeschi is outstanding.

[@VIDSTORAGE]

SEA LEVEL

[@kayford7979]

Allman Betts Band too. Fronted by Gregg's son Devon Allman and by Duane Betts.

[@Fawkes318]

Derek Trucks is the best slide player of all time, no question.

[@furthurdead81]

They should do Tedeschi Trucks band,great band. Love Susan.

[@wm3752]

Check out "Southbound"....my favorite Allman Brothers song.....will definitely showcase their "southern rock" roots......Wayne Maher - Bellingham, Wa.....

[@kevinboyce3035]

Lost in Vegas to me is an instructional on how to listen to music, always enjoy hanging with you guys and jamming out! I think you will dig the Mick Taylor era of The Rolling Stones

[@viciann]

Statesboro Blues is my favorite Allman Brothers tune. But they are one of my favorite bands

[@ericstearns170]

There is a reason that the Allman Brothers tend to resonate over so many genres. As you stated they kind of pulled from everywhere. Part of the reason modern music seems so sectarian is when production companies and radio stations started to 'format' music. It wasn't unusual in the 60s to hear The Shirrelles or The Rhonettes back to back with The Beatles or Led Zepplin. By the 70s that started to go away and by the 80s it was done.

[@Jimbodisfan]

Blues n boogie. This is the seventh and closing track of the Allman Brothers' 1969 self-titled (eponymous) debut album on Capricorn Records. I have a 14-track single Polydor CD titled *Beginnings* that contains this album and their second album, 1970's *Idlewild South*.

[@Straydogger]

"It's Not My Cross To Bear" Is a fantastic song from these guys!

[@jackofhearts1056]

Merry Christmas Ryan and George! The Allman Bros ARE everything..... blues, jazz, rock, R&B, prog.....all rolled into one. They are like Tool, Rush, Black Sabbath.....they are the truth.

[@thomaswhite7783]

Check out Larkin Poe, often cited as "The Allman Brothers Little Sisters"

[@tedschmidt3288]

Gentlemen, from someone who’s listened to the Allman Brothers at Fillmore East album over thousand times, was fortunate to see Duane Allman play live, please take the advice of the commentor below me, Mr. Fabozzi, and play the live version from “At Fillmore East”. By your reaction of the studio version which we just heard you will need medical care after the live version. 😁

[@troutriver58]

Absolutely

[@andyandalex]

Freaking love this song, your guys’ reaction did not disappoint!! You guys got it 100%, some straight up great music! 🙌🏻🔥

[@koltonk2713]

My two favorite reaction channels colliding!

[@normansawatzky4778]

I always loved One Way Out.

[@petebrown3715]

Should've done the "Live from the Filmore East". Yes it's long but an awesome jam. The jam of all jams.

[@michaelhathaway496]

Stormy Monday is hot

[@Creepy_Lorax]

Allman Brothers are best experienced live. They are on another level.

[@mtcnaz]

When my dads first wife left him in 71, my oldest brother said he played this song on repeat at top volume for a month straight

[@rsohlich1]

Pure soul and heart

[@robertaovercast8918]

The Allman Brothers Filmore East is in The Library of Congress as the most influential album of all time and I have to agree

[@chrisray7849]

Gotta keep diving into The Allman Brothers and Lynyrd Skynyrd

[@joshb23]

"Allman Brothers are the Truth" LOVE IT!! These boys could rightfully be called the OG jam band (along with The Grateful Dead - different vibe.) They have a famous instrumental piece called Mountain Jam that would typically go for half an hour or more. If you're looking for something to listen to one night and have a spare 30min, check out Mountain Jam from Fillmore East '71, the first official release of this live track. It is an impeccable example of 6 stellar musicians so in tune with each other that they can fearlessly follow wherever the music takes them, improvising as one huge musical beast. Turn it up LOUD and let them take you on an awesome journey!

[@FLASK904]

Duane Allman is by far considered top 4 guitarists of all time.

[@robertpistone1698]

I was a roadie for Greg Allman, in 1989 at A.V. Fair. While ,loadout, his piano was pushed and fell on me,Greg was great about it,. More worried about me.!!!

[@jcroston3266]

Blues definitely, they took things to another level. It for the era but is timeless. As good today as it was back then. Do Melissa or Ramblin’ Man.

[@elisaabolafia9542]

A SMORGASBORD 🔥🔥🔥Haha. GOOD ONE GEORGE. Allman Bros are masters. More please.

[@pokethebear5788]

Check out the song One way out from the live at Fillmore East album . The live video will blow your mind. Duane and Greg Allman are both under 25 years old in these recordings. They are so talented and just bled the blues

[@jb7250]

I am not a fan of southern rock in general, but I do enjoy this song and especially Midnight Rider.

[@heatherboyer4974]

It's been too long since I heard this song. Still love it.

[@AmberPearcy]

I’m so down for a southern rock exposition! And, man, this song just gets in there, hits all the feels, then leaves without saying sorry. Haha. Definitely a staple on many southern classic rock radio stations. Also there’s a really good book/movie called “Muscle Shoals” (if I remember the title correctly) about the studio where the Allman bros, Skynard and more recorded.

[@BradCross1982]

I’m down for a southern rock marathon... The Allman Brothers and Lynyrd Skynyrd are two of my top 5 favorite bands of all time 🤘🏽

[@ReactarooSkidoo]

I wish people would realize how amazing Lynryd Skynryd was. All of their songs were great. Mr. Banker is an amazing blues song.

[@Nightcrawlerfive]

Full Muscle Shoals movie (with ads) is available on KZbin: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nnzQeIh_gpaod6s

[@raidrfrk]

It's on KZbin too

[@richardcranium5048]

@@ReactarooSkidoo My granddaughter just turned 6, and every since she was about 3 every time she's at my house (couple time a week) she says play the banker song Pa. Just very recently has she actually started to get the title right. Tomorrow is Christmas Day she'll be here, I'll here "hey Pa, play Mr. Banker more than once, I've no doubt. I don't mind of course, it is after all, as you say a great song

[@mikemiller3069]

I like the Allman Brothers but my FAV song by them is a feel-good instrumental called "Jessica". The instrumentals are crazy good and it always puts a smile on my face and gets my foot tapping.

[@danielcarey1642]

Buddy has two daughters: Jessica and Melissa.

[@michaelheller8841]

The Allman Brothers are the Pioneers of Southern Rock period. They were much more than that though. They could jam like no other, Rock, Blues, Jazz, you name it. They were one of the first bands to have two drummers that were amazing. Greg before he was a singer/keyboardist was a guitar player. Greg is one of the best storytellers in Rock. Greg wrote "Whipping Post" when he was a kid, think about that for a minute. Duane Allman was one of the best session guitarists before ABB. He played with some of the best Blues and R&B musicians you can name. Duane was way ahead of his time and when he was so poor he took a Flinstones Vitamine bottle to play slide with it. He had become one of the best Slide Players ever. Dickey Betts was a Banjo player before a guitarist. All good things come to an end and they broke up, then Greg dies and I cried like a little baby. Great analysis guys, keep doing what you do.

[@shnz6440]

“One Way Out” “Statesboro Blues” and “Southbound” are all great classic ABB tunes. You will not be disappointed.

[@oltcutdown]

Trouble No More, In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, Jessica!....Long live the brothers!

[@MrKubisba]

One of the best live bands ever to play!!

[@ChuckWasHere]

In Memory of Elizabeth Reed live at Fillmore East next guys!

[@thomasking5472]

Check out the unplugged version. Pure musicality.

[@marymargaretmoore9034]

Duane Allman (R.I.P.) on guitar, Gregg Allman (R.I.P) on vocals and organ, Berry Oakley (R.I.P.) on bass, Dickey Betts on guitar, Jaimoe Johanson on drums, Butch Trucks (R.I.P.) on drums, As you can see, they had two drummers and two guitarists. Their album "Eat a Peach" is my favorite.

[@myfavoritedream2149]

I saw Gregg Allman, Dickie Betts in the late 80s. The band came onstage, no Gregg. Minutes passed. Gregg finally strolled out, sat at the grand piano, and proceeded to search for the ashtray on top to put out his cigarette. He couldn't find it. Finally he just ground it out on the top of this gorgeous piano. I thought, oh no, he is so messed up. But then he began to play and sing like a lost angel. 😔 What a beautiful talent he was.

[@denisearmbruster7478]

Many years ago I was so blessed to meet the band!!! Amazing men on an amazing, sometimes tragic and sad, journey. We all knew then that we were in the presence of greatness! Rest In Song Duane, Berry, Butch, Gregory! Loving vibes to Dickie and Jaimoe!!

[@RayRay-ot5xd]

Not only am I enjoying listening to this classic, but I'm enjoying you two ENJOYING this song. Fire On High!

[@bdubs3819]

Ryan: "give it your all, man." ..all, man? ......Allman?

[@evanwest4751]

😏😏

[@Thatgirl1973]

Love this song! And you two kill me! 🤣😂🤣😂

[@deneendipippo6967]

So many classics from The Allman Brothers. I've seen them several times in concert and the never disappointed.

[@redzone77p]

In my opinion, the greatest blues singer of all time....THE GOAT.

[@torrinantifus1]

This song is a COMPLETE MASTERPIECE and MASTER CLASS of guitar entwined with feeling! The Allman Brothers were masters of mush with FEELING! Also, because you guys are enormous fans of Chris stapleton, check out his live version of this song from 2015! Even Greg Allman LED the standing ovation! I guarantee you will LOVE IT!

[@stuarttallmadge6882]

I love that you appreciate all of what you hear in this tune. Remember, this is 1970, the precursor to all modern rock, Prof, and R&B

[@439tab]

Live At The Filmore, every song is killer. One of the albums I played over and over.

[@TexasMagnolia]

So glad to see y’all! But, never reacted? So surprised and excited! Yes, Southern Rock Marathon!

[@chriscase6929]

In addition to Duane Allman you're hearing the mighty Dicky Betts on guitar. Two of the all time greats right there.

[@robertwalker1803]

52 years ago….. unbelievable. Seeing them do this was amazing.This is a genius song.Two drummers so in sync they sound like one.

[@TheGuitarMan71]

The Fillmore East album version of in memory of Elizabeth Reed has the greatest improvised guitar solo of all time when Duane plays the second solo

[@wjarnock44]

Elizabeth Reed always gives me goosebumps - what a great band.

[@ITSTotallyTubluar]

Pretty sure Greg Allman said something like " saying southern rock is like like saying rock- rock since rock was born in the south".

[@joelliebler5690]

One of my favorite songs of all time! Now you need to do some of their other legendary songs like In Memory of Elizabeth Reed, Jessica, Melissa, Statesboro Blues!

[@elisaabolafia9542]

They're top of Southern Rock hailing from Daytona Beach Florida. 🌴🌴🌴 Smooth grooves in every song.My favorite is "DON'T KEEP ME WONDERIN" The slide quitar on that track is crazy good. It's a sad love song and sexy at the same time. So glad you get their GREATNESS🎵

[@rycolligan]

You can't stop listen to Allman Brothers without listening to "Midnight Rider". It's got so much soul,

[@edwardx.winston5744]

What an incredible track. Proggy beginning in 11/8, then a chorus that hits like a sock in the gut. How transcendent is this song? I just watched two African American brothers praise a song sung by a Southern white guy comparing his life’s troubles to being tied to a whipping post. No one in the video, nor in the comment section, questioning the use of that metaphor. The raw power of the music and universal themes in this song crush all of that divisive nonsense like Godzilla in Tokyo. The awesomeness of this song brings tears to my eyes, and your reactions to it help restore my fleeting faith in humanity.

[@davidburleson5645]

The Allman Bros. We're a blues/Southern rock band, and by the way one of the greatest bands EVER!!! They had so many great songs you will love.

[@Rainbow-yh6ov]

I love you guys! I went with a friend to an Almond Brothers concert in the early 70s and they played for 4 hours. I was too young to appreciate it! I don’t think it was until Springsteen that someone would just get on stage and play endlessly until they ran out of tunes. In college I got to sing this with a band because we had a rhythm and two lead guitarists who could play absolutely anything. I could sing, but let me tell you nothing like that! So I look back now and I am so grateful to have gotten a chance to do that and sing all the great songs from the 70s because to me the ‘60s and ‘70s had the best expression of music. Although I am beyond happy that grunge and metal came along shake things up again! Keep doing what you’re doing!!

[@stevemeadors8521]

"Can't you see by" The Marshall Tucker Band would also be a great track to play.

[@zachromero5637]

Yes!! Love that song! Very much up their alley.

[@viacrucis2509]

I have always said that if I coulda been in any band back then, it woulda been “The Marshall Tucker Band”. What a group of musicians.

[@beekay5914]

I LOVE that song. MTB was one of the greats.

[@TheKayzieMichelle]

Or Ramblin’

[@mnetzer6777]

Agreed, 💯

[@leslie8743]

Fillmore East is one of my road trips music. They are so fricking talented. Gregg was 19 yo when he started and he has such a raspy voice at a young age and is a killer songwriter. Duane couldn't be beat on guitar.

[@davel9130]

I think it was George who said (maybe it was reacting to Roundabout?) that it was different back then. This is just powerful talent, raw emotion, and artistry that carries the ball forward. No sequencers, no autotune, no gimmicks. Just smoke.

[@roberthouston2684]

Yep, and where there's smoke, there's fire.

[@jennifersims8392]

So glad y'all finally did this song now do One Way Out!

[@itneverwasme]

Dickie Betts is sooo under rated as a guitarist, stood in Duane's shadow but then picked up the pick and went all out! Next up you need to check out One Way Out and Southbound.

[@petec9686]

Yeah, when you are DB and you are the second best guitarist in the band....well, that's one hell of a band!!!!!

[@Plutokta]

I read somewhere that When Duane was asked what it felt to be one of the greatest guitar player in the world, he answered that he wasn't even the best guitarist in the Allman's Brother. This band was blessed with two legendary guitarists.

[@jeffhobbs1729]

that tone though..

[@tinamarief51]

Allman Brothers one of the greatest bands in rock history. Incredible ♥️🎶

[@klintburns7230]

Skydog may be the best slide player ever, heavily influenced by the blues, imo. He co-wrote and played on 11 of 14 tracks w/ Clapton & Derek and the Dominoes on that legendary album shortly before his passing. Can't go wrong with those cats, Y'all killin it🤘🏼

[@gabrieln3613]

Glad you are appreciating the Allman Brothers Band. I was fortunate to see the ABB with Duane in 1971. I keep seeing comments about "Jam Band" but my impression seeing them, with the two drummers synchronized, the guitar parts played in both unison and harmony and the "sound weaving" they did, they really have always impressed me more as a Jazz/Blues/Rock/Soul orchestra. As I understand Duane would listen often to Miles Davis's "Kind of Blue" album and sometimes just before going on stage. I play harmonica, 46 years and was full time pro by 20, grew up near the ABB and actually lived on Hwy 41 (Ramblin' Man reference) and also played some shows with the "Poindexter Band" the family band whose photos you see on the reverse cover of Dickey Bett's first solo album "Highway Call". Also Tom Doucette (harmonica on Live at the Fillmore album, lived in same town and played at a small local club. The other two bands I vibe with and had so many great players go through was the Paul Butterfield Blues Band. (Michael Bloomfield, Elvin Bishop, David Sanborn, etc.) especially when they had the full horn section as you see them at Woodstock. They had that same Blues & Soul & Jazz Orchestra Feel.....arrangements like the ABB but with extended improvised solos. 2 of 3 most loved bands....along with Tower of Power.

[@stefan_becker]

"The Allman Brothers" family of bands is just incredible. Starting from the Allmans to Tedeschi-Trucks to GGov't Mule 😍👏

[@412xtaint]

Slackjaw Jezebel rocks

[@ericholladay5280]

Duane Trucks is in WSP and was in HWA(I say was because I don't know what their deal is after Neil). He didn't play with the Allmans but he is surely part of the family

[@kurthealey6936]

Absolutely epic reaction to an absolutely epic song! "RIFFAGE! Are you f***ing kidding me! Then you hit with "FEEL GOOD SONG WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE CRAP!!! For thirty years plus now I have leaned toward Southern Rock as my go to genre. Now it has taken a class act duo to validate what I knew all along. Fantastic job gentlemen! And Merry Christmas!

[@tommonk7651]

The Allman Bros. are THE proto-southern rock band, combining blues, rock, country, soul. 2 lead guitars and 2 drummers, not to mention Gregg Allman's soulful voice and organ playing. It's so sad that we lost Duane Allman and Berry Oakley so young. Duane Allman was a session guitarist at Muscles Shoals where he played on a ton of records, including some Wilson Pickett.

[@dougdavis7079]

I had this on tape in my hootch in Vietnam. I've loved them and still listening to them 50 years later.

[@Ninang363]

Duane Allman cut a record with Johnny Jenkins called Ton-Ton Macoute. He left to form the Allman Brothers Band prior to it being released. Every song on it is great, but, the remake of Dr. John's "I Walk on Guilded Splinters" is phenomenal and I know George will LOVE the drumming! It is blues and tribal and raw. Hope you try it

[@guym2222]

Tonton Macoute were the Haitian secret police back in the day.

[@TW-me4lw]

I really love that later generations are discovering the Allman Brothers. My Sunday morning, take-me-to-church music is comprised mostly of songs by the Allman Brothers Band. Since I was a kid, in the early 1970s, _"Blue Sky"_ has been probably my favorite. _"Revival"_ is pretty much right up there, too. _"Soulshine"_ is getting there, but I only discovered it a few years back. All three songs just put a smile in my heart. As a child growing up in the late 1960s to early 1970s, I remember how much hope, and joy, and peace there was in the music of the day. Sure, there was some angry music, too. But, the stuff you heard on the radio was mostly happy, or at least, hopeful. I mean, just listen to Duane Allman's sweet acoustic guitar on _"Little Martha"_ and then tell me your day hasn't been brightened. You can't. It's just impossible. :) And it's just one man with a guitar and no lyrics. I miss those days, music-wise.

[@gleffersjr6855]

Well said!

[@klasseact6663]

Revisit the live version of this from "Live at the Filmore East". Also, "In memory of Elizebeth Reed"...one of you might walk off camera❗

[@edh3709]

The Allman Brothers played the Beacon Theater in NYC for over 30 years in a row. Over 200 concerts. Up to 10 shows in a row. I saw them there twice and if I could go back in time to any show, it would be any of those. Great reaction!

[@davidgentry4805]

Duane Allman also helped Boz Scaggs on his first album MUST LISTEN “Loan me a Dime”

[@walkalittle]

Y'all inspire me with your words as you are blown away by this once in a lifetime band of brothers and uniquely talented musicians. Keep being open and honest with your ears and let the inspiration of the language of music sweep you off your feet my friends!

[@jdbarnes321]

You guys need to check out “Trouble No More.” Probably my favorite ABB song. The twin drummers really shine

[@jimcox8148]

When you said ABB was all these different genres rolled into one, I had to chuckle. Even though Duane Allman was only 21 when he formed the Allman Brothers Band, he was already a well respected, session guitarist who had played with Aretha Franklin, Wilson Pickett and other greats. When he started the band, he had a specific sound in his mind he was going for. I saw an interview years ago with Gregg Allman talking about Duane asking Gregg to join. When Gregg heard there were 2 drummers and 2 lead guitarist, he asked what will it sound like. Duane response was "either real good or a train wreck." He accomplished that sound he was going for by bringing in the elements of blues, rhythm and blues and rock.

[@beatnpotatoes]

This is easily one of my top 5 favourite songs of all time. Up there with Roundabout and Bridge of sighs.

[@williamwallaceiii2407]

Hey friends I was able to see Charlie Daniels open for The Allman Brothers at Gamecock Coliseum in Columbia, SC in 1975. Cher was married to Greg at the time but just sat on stage. It was a killer show especially when Charlie Daniels sang "The South Will Rise Again". thanks for sharing.

[@dcummings4834]

I've loved this song since I was 14 in 1969. It's never gotten old.

[@conorwheale4705]

One of the first bands i ever saw live i was 4 years old. I think they played this song for 30 minutes it was amazing Thx Dad!

[@butchvito]

Gregg Allman was around 22-years old when he recorded this album. He had the voice of a 60-year old. You'll never find anyone that young who could sound like this.

[@Slayertack88]

check out Colter Wall

[@supernaught1963]

Steve Winwood would like someone to hold his beer...

[@butchvito]

@@supernaught1963 - I'm talking about a vocalist who has hit the scene within the last 50 years, not someone who was around before Allman Brothers released an album. That's a weird ass comparison too, Gregg Allman to Steve Winwood?

[@supernaught1963]

@Blake Hudson , Is that supposed to be a slam or a compliment? I'll be optimistic and hope it was a compliment. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bqiciIGbiNCBZqs

[@brgreg8725]

In my DVD “ The history of Rock and Roll” when this is on, George Clinton says: “ them white boys got the blues!” Maybe one of my favorite parts of the 8 disc set.