What happened to THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND?

Early pioneers of country rock, The Marshall Tucker Band, topped the charts in the 1970's. But tragedy would soon test the bands faith.

[@thomashumphrey7395]

What a great band, not just a Southern rock band. They mixed rock, country, western, bluegrass, and even jazz elements into their unique sound. And they were superb musicians who played off one another and well together like a band should.

[@my8osprive]

It's a crime they are not in the Rock 'n' Roll Hall of Fame.

[@josephnelson430]

Best concert ive seen Marshall Tucker and Charlie Daniels 1974

[@jamesmack3314]

I can only imagine! They were smoking then...

[@bak-mariterry9143]

Saw them together in 76 at THE SCOPE in Norfolk , Virginia and they rocked the joint. Opening act was Grinderswitch .

[@veritasetlibertas7889]

As a foreign student at USC, Columbia, SC, my roommate from Columbia and a former Green Beret, introduced me to Marshall Tucker Band, grits, and Jack Daniels. And I became a fan of all three and Southern rock and culture, and food.

[@michaelduggan1890]

Still listening today at age 64, love MTB , great memories . Thank you

[@dashjeffreys6998]

I got to meet the band in 1974. Awesome bunch of guys. Miss the magic of those days.

[@Miatacrosser]

Saw them open for the Guess Who in 1973. Nobody had heard of them before that show. Nobody forgot them after it.

[@jamesmack3314]

Fantastic live band...

[@GawgaCracka]

Damn right bro...

[@50pinkies67]

Saw them when they opened for Lynyrd Skynyrd and Charlie Daniels all on the same night 1973 Miami. What a treat.

[@bigsur175]

I saw them on their front porch in spartanburg my cousin was dating toy Caldwell man it was great

[@mauallen4234]

@@50pinkies67 I was 9 years old. Wish I’d been there. We live in S FL. I don’t think they would have let me go. Damn, I would have had a blast.

[@midninteranger4315]

One of the best southern rock bands rest in peace to all the members who passed on. One hell of a band

[@cottontopp6400]

midninte ranger great guys to work with to also my home town

[@midnightrider715]

midninte ranger Them and the Allman Brothers

[@williamspencer8357]

Agree. Restin peace, Stewart Swanlund (lead guitar).

[@ELBlDu]

@@cottontopp6400 Marshall tucker reminds me more of the "Outlaws" I dated Brad Gillis at age 13 (way before Midnight Ranger) he was my best friends cousin who lived in the next town...They would come over and swim at my house while visiting (so I could get a good look, tee hee) Tried to send a message via his website (just to say hi and congrats on those music lessons really paid off) lol I always thought he was Soooo dreamy. It would be fun to chat with him now that we are old lol

[@robinaanstey3734]

They belong in the Music Hall of Fame!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im waiting patiently or not so patiently for them to be honored as they should.

[@lylesommers5018]

I agree but it’ll never happen

[@robinaanstey3734]

@@lylesommers5018 that's just wrong isn't it!!

[@stevebrownrocks6376]

So sad, the tragedies surrounded this fantastic band. Them, along with Skynyrd & the Allmans, epitomize true Southern rock.

[@false-flagburner4184]

They all went through their own chunk of hell on earth that's for sure man!

[@terbailey9978]

Let's not forget Molly Hatchet. SRRF SOUTHERN ROCK AND ROLL FOREVER. How sad to lose all three brothers.

[@megastick9324]

@@terbailey9978 hatchet, outlaws, there’s a ton of great southern rock. Still playing loud n proud here in Dixie!!

[@dannyc.jewell8788]

southern tragedy

[@SteveBrownRocks2023]

I agree with all of y’all! Keep Southern Rock alive Brothers! 💪🏼😎👍🏼

[@christopherguimond9240]

One of the greatest and MOST under rated bands of all time.........!!!

[@GawgaCracka]

Amen.. .

[@sherrysetliff2502]

christopher guimond no doubt.

[@jamesmack3314]

Incredible musicians.... I saw probably 100+ concerts back in the day and Tucker is in the top five blew my mind at Nassau Coliseum February 1980 with five encores

[@deepVAroots]

Yessir

[@kurtporter1323]

Their music still resonates today.

[@markcoluzzi5754]

Saw these guys 3 times in the 70s. Never will forget the night when Elvin Bishop warmed em up. My girlfriend ( wife of 42 yrs now ), and I were so close to the stage that both bands met eyes with us and smiled at us all night. Absolute magic...still gives us goosebumps. Damn!!

[@redsammy7789]

What a treat to have Elvin playing , awesome.

[@markspeeps]

Elvin Bishop does one hell of a show too.

[@TheYamahog12]

I shook Elvin’s hand one drunken night in Rochester, NY back around 1980.

[@sailorgregor]

of all the 'southern rock' bands, Marshall Tucker holds up best over the years. stellar songwriting and arrangements ... they explored some depths that the other groups ignored. Caldwell's passion for music is evident in his guitar and voice ... genuine.

[@themindoftwister]

I really miss this band!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I never think of the 70s without thinking about them!!!!

[@carvinlambert6899]

when they say, heard it in a love song, and pause,.... can't be wrong. That's so true. if some body puts words like that and it sells a record...its pure magic poetry!

[@gagealdrich6128]

Saw them Live last night at a small campground. I was there for the weekend and me being so young I didn't realize that The Marshal tucker band was famous. I was amazed to hear one of the greatest performances of my life. Super glad they still travel and play their music for people. $25 to see them play for 3 hours.

[@rogerfournier3284]

True Southern band...I have tremendous respect for the Marshall Tucker Band. I even hung backstage with them in Shelton, Connecticut.

[@fc-2macdonald378]

This Band is full of memories for me. I was & am a Very BIG Fan. I will Not tell You that I was 26 years Young in 1977. You Do the math as to what my age is on the day you read this. These Guys made a LOT of GREAT/ FANTASTIC Music, Enjoy on My Peeps!1

[@timtravasos2742]

Great band. Unforgettable music. Still sounds good today.

[@6412mars]

🎶 They'll always drift our way..like leaves blowin on an autumn day🎶They'll be Runnin like the wind🎶

[@DatKat]

man...thats a fine song

[@6412mars]

@@DatKat Amen brother✌️

[@jamessim1858]

GOD BLESS THE SOUTH AND ALL OF ITS GREAT BANDS PAST AND PRESENT!

[@dontdiscriminatehateeveryo9263]

I'm from and currently reside in Spartanburg and I love love love Marshall Tucker band. They were just amazing and get airplay in my home on the daily.

[@scottmoore2231]

Underated!!! One of the best ever!!!!!

[@markminton5297]

One of The Greatest Bands of All Times! Their music is timeless!

[@docmackin]

How's the drama with a band called The Dixie all stars made up of members of Molly Hatchet The Outlaws Blackfoot we had the pleasure to have toy set in and play with us as we toured around the United States and Europe we are fortunate enough to have them do it again. Great he come out and send can't you see

[@danielcrowe8110]

I grew up listening to and loving their music. We still have 3 of their 8-trsck tapes! They should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, no question about that.

[@vancemyers6655]

COUNTRY HALL OF FAME TOO

[@mddell58]

Definitely a fabulous band that had it's own original sound. Brings back some wonderful memories.

[@NattyBumppo48]

Great memories indeed! In the '70s I did a lot of traveling in my job, and I know I wore out 2 or 3 MTB 8-track cassettes in my car...lol Nothing like them today, and young folks now have no idea...

[@bluesman97]

What a loss of great musicians, seen them in San Diego in the 70's and liked them ever since.

[@nancyprianti2355]

My all time favorite band ❤️

[@jimcourt6220]

You are a " friend of mine". My favorite band also.

[@gregtabor8428]

Mine too! Im Mrs. Greg not Greg. I've downloaded my favorite....24 hours At A Time from 1974 with special guest Charlie Daniels on the Fiddle. I think the concert was in Wichita. Fastest version I've ever heard and no flaws! To think that Toy and Tommy didn't use picks but their thumbs to play amazes me! My Dad and brother used to play and I've seen their fingers actually bleed and they used picks! They used clear nail polish when they played out sometimes. I bet it was something growing up in the Caldwell house with all that good music! It was in mine too. Miss my brother and those days!

[@flagman515]

My first wife is a cousin of theirs. I had the honor of meeting Toy senoir in his home. Great folks, great music that stands the test of time. RIP and thank you gentlemen.

You should of had him buy you some dentures

[@dorian3260]

This ain't gonna be the first time this old cowboy spent the night alone...

[@DavidSmith-ss1cg]

Another great song of theirs, and an old favorite. I loved "Ramblin'" and "Long Hard Ride."

[@agator7388]

When ever I hear that song. It instantly takes me back to high school. Cut classes to see them at Great Adventure with some friends right before graduation.

[@rzacharyuaw]

Should be in the Rock n Roll HOF!

[@99somerville]

Rick Zachary The HOF wants to ignore Southern Rock for some reason. I have no idea why.

[@henryhill3778]

No Doubt !

[@reggierico]

That's an understatement!

[@JFF35753]

@Rob Dim The Beatles a crap band??? Are you serious???????????

[@moonglow1311]

When they induct TMTB into the RRHOF, they can add The Doobie Brothers and Three Dog Night. All bands from the early 70's.

[@christines7400]

One of my all time favorite bands! Been a fan since 1973.

[@mr.mr.3301]

I grew up with their kids. We in Spartanburg are proud of them.

[@jamesmack3314]

From Spartanburg South Carolina Capricorn recording artist the Marshall Tucker band definitely something to be proud about those boys were amazing...

[@megastick9324]

Used to see them in the bars around Spartanburg.

[@jaspernewcomb5656]

Toy Caldwell damn he knew how to write a killer song the best of his time. His music still stands the test of time I have it on my digital alarm clock and hear him jamming every morning before i cut out for work. Back in the 70's who knew where we'd be now. My favorite Marshall Tucker band songs are the ones he sang, not that the rest of them arent all good its just the power in his voice, do some shit kicking tearing that les paul up. And Tommy I remember the boys playing 24 hours at a time and it came to his bass solo. He was wearing a big cowboy hat and the spotlight was beaming down on just him sorta bobbing up and down playing the notes building it up into a big ol orgasm of southern shit kicking feeling good soul stomping blast off into the ozone goodness. Damn whats this world coming too if I didnt know I'd say it looks like the end to me...... peace to all my brothers and sisters who rode the same trip my God we had some great times and kick ass music

[@rustyharvey6855]

Amen brother.

[@brianboyle5934]

Well said Jasper!

[@markhester3472]

Toy Caldwell is probably one of the most underrated guitarists ever one of my favorites know that him and his brother told me they were just damn good people man sadly strongly missed by many

[@donaldhenley3661]

Ya nailed it man..the 70's were a blast and the 80's....well...a blur..cant ya see?

[@jamesmack3314]

The version of 24 hours on "where we all belong" is killer ...

[@motherofbeagles8532]

Saw them in the 90’s at a fair and they signed autographs. Doug G. was pleased that there were still young fans discovering them.

[@hqco3rdmedbattalionfmfpac953]

One of the greatest Southern rock bands ever ... it was an awesome music movement , RIP to all my southern brothers and sisters .. gone never forgotten ✌🏻

[@alvinwine5665]

The Marshall Tucker band made my youth in the 1970' s and 1980' s such a great time love the memories.

[@Alpha11]

Such a great band! Thanks, Alvin!

[@gtg1959ful]

Excellent music from a magical time.

[@janineharrison5186]

Grew up listening to them...fantastic band!

[@RaylanGivens123]

Southern rock bands just seem cursed by the Gods...Damn! This band is so under-rated. Great singers, great musicians (Toy was a great great guitarist) across the board, they could do all kinds of styles from southern rock, jazz, to country.

[@DFDuck55]

I got to see them live 1975 in Denver CO, along with The Outlaws and Molly Hatchet. Great night of southern rock.

[@jamesmack3314]

Hmmmm...thought hatchet came along like 78

[@DFDuck55]

James Mack: Molly Hatchet was formed in 1971. Most people never heard of them till '78 after they released their self titled first album and the track "Dreams I'll Never See" got some radio airplay.

[@jamesmack3314]

Duck Landes I stand corrected thanks

[@GawgaCracka]

Niiice!

[@mindyedavenport6371]

I would have thought I'd died and gone to heaven.

[@DianeHasHopeInChrist]

MTBand was a rock-country band, that started a new trend in country music, and paved the road for hundreds of crossover artists!

[@williamrolls8075]

Hello Diane

[@scottbryant9010]

Have seen the Tucker Boys many times. I remember long ago me & a few friends headed off to SUNY Delhi in the Catskill Mountains in New York state for a concert prior to me going to college there. We stayed in the only hotel in Delhi & just happened that MTB spent the night there themselves. We drank & partied all night with the boys. Good times & great memories indeed!

[@jamesmack3314]

Cool but Delhi...never heard of that and I’m from NY!

[@scottbryant9010]

Delhi is about 20 minutes from Oneonta which also has a state university. Also, Cooperstown (mlb hall of fame) not too far...

[@provost5752]

If Waylon does a cover of one of your songs you know you're a damn good band.

[@charlesparr3296]

Rebel, believe that!!!

[@davidsigalow7349]

I saw them on what may have been their first U.S. tour, in 1974, opening for The Eagles, who had just released "On the Border." It was one of the best shows I've ever seen. Rest in peace, Toy and Tommy; we miss you.

[@curtnicholson7771]

Well they were a great band in there time when I saw them and I guess they still are, as I didn't know they were still a band making me glad I checked out this video! Boy they did some iconic songs thought didn't they!

[@mbeenz]

Saw them at the Long Beach Arena In 1977 GREAT,!!!,! ManyThanx Love Them!!!!,!

[@joanjett8814]

So many heart breaks with this band but how they turned it around and became the most amazing band in my homegrown life.. Spartanburg is my home and thankful for their amazing memories...

[@williamrolls8075]

Hello Joan

[@joanjett8814]

@@williamrolls8075 hello to you

[@williamrolls8075]

@@joanjett8814 how you doing Joan, I guess you must be a big fan as me haha 😊where are you from Joan?

[@joanjett8814]

@@williamrolls8075 why yes I am ... aren’t you lucky 🍀 bahahaha.. no I absolutely love this band . And I am from the home town of Those Amazing Marshall Tucker boys in Spartanburg S C... nothing finer to be on Carolina..

[@williamrolls8075]

@@joanjett8814 wow that's awesome, you seems to be a very nice and music lady

[@bkaley8974]

What a fantastic American band! One of my all time favorites for it's soulful country rock.

[@sandramorrison2215]

I still go see them when ever I could. All original members thank you. Doug has kept Marshall Tucker alive kicking. I still go see Doug he has a great bunch of guys playing with him. One of my favorites.

[@teresatorres3760]

Heard it in a Love Song, can't be wrong.

[@williamrolls8075]

Hello Teresa

[@11froglegs]

one of the best and greatest underrated bands to ever grace this earth ,nuff said.

[@OverlandOne]

I loved these guys! I listened to them on the radio in college in the 70's and, thankfully, I went to a college in the south so I got in to all of the great southern rock of the time. I was playing in a rock band at the time and we played several of their hits on request. Thanks for the music boys.

[@debzter1039]

I saw them in California in the ‘70’s. Greatest band of all time. They sounded amazing in concert. That’s the skill of an amazing band. 👍

[@pdmullgirl]

A really good band! I grew up listening to them! Sad all the tragic things that happened to them. ❤️💜💚

[@Rowdyrecords55]

Great band.. great country/jazz/rock sound. Literally a band of brothers i believe most of them went to high school together and at least half of them served in the military.

[@dougreed9843]

Thank You I love this band I been playen their songs for years with great joy, either solo or with others. Growing up with country with my pops singing his heart out as he worked the radio always on to the sound of country or gospel. Pretty much comes from the same peoples of Americana. This band created the right amount of country rythms and beats with that southern tradition to reach in grab your heart and squeeze. Telling the story the way we all can relate. We all are proud American of her sons who musically bring the pain of Love to sounds of music, much like the influence of the blues the other great story telling music genera countries tender side from a rogh bunch a fellas blows your mind and touchs your heart every time those stories tellers give us some LOVE. This band is one to behold and love through out time, you cant help but tap your foot while listening thats how ya know

[@jesterflight8593]

I grew up listening to MTB in high school & college & grad school, I listen to it everyday & I’m 55, but it truly makes me weep to hear when they’re band members die. I love them, like if they were my family, the day of my mother’s funeral, 2013 she passed at 77 years old, I hired a group to play her favorite song “heard it in a love song” she loved to hear the flute, in MTB I can’t say that’s the only reason myself & my colleagues loved them, the lyrics we’re phenomenal, the melodies, MTB music brings the most beautiful memories in my life. God Speed MTB I’ll never quit listening to my favorite band.

[@edwardkirkland686]

Bunch of Good Ole Boys! I love their music!

[@jamesbell163]

I went to one of their concerts before the tragedies started happening to the different members of the band. Been to a lot of different concerts, but Marshall Tucker was definitely the best ever. My hats off to the band.

[@jongray6159]

Toy Caldwell was an underrated guitarist of epic proportions! I would have loved to see where they would have taken their music to!

[@perrymac]

Saw this band at a huge outdoor event at some stadium in Charlotte, NC. What I remember is the announcer saying "we got a new band here from South Carolina." I can't recall all the acts, but my college friend Kenny and I got to see Marshall Tucker, John McLaughlin, and Brownsville Station.

[@jamesmack3314]

Smokin in the boys room?! Wow,that’s an eclectic lineup!

[@johneasler9967]

They're from my hometown of Spartanburg, South Carolina. I've never met any of them, but my dad was going out with one of Toy and Tommy's aunts, back in the 1940's and one of my aunts worked with Paul Riddle's mother. RIP Toy, Tommy and George

[@mckessa17]

Great band Canada loves them

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

You probably remember the MIDNIGHT SUN nightclub. I played there a few times with several club bands. I later worked as sound man for MTB on the Just Us tour. Good humans.

[@fredzeppelin3969]

Horrendously underrated, wonderfully talented, and too often overlooked. Much like the Lowell George era of Little Feat, I will forever regret not discovering this band until it was way too late to see them live. Both bands live on, but it can't be quite the same.

[@jamesmack3314]

Yes....truly top notch musicians in the same league with ABB..... out of the many shows I saw back in the day Tucker stands out, top five shows of all time...

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

Dude, they still play. They are still alive as a band.

[@DBBaker-vd2xm]

I love 'EM. Always listen.

[@randyosgood4729]

"This Ol' Cowboy" is one of my all-time faves...

[@daveallman3981]

I am with you there, GREAT TUNE!

[@cornonthecob1268]

I like "long hard ride "

[@gazooie1958]

Me too. Excellent tune.

[@terrancekreider5221]

They were my first live concert at MSG in NY City.. I loved MTB, and many great memories formed in my life was with there music in the background..!!!

[@Earlvis]

Mine too. I play keys and sing it in my band.

[@NattyBumppo48]

G-R-E-A-T band..... That's not a southern rock band son, that's a BLUES in disguise. Totally unique sound and totally unappreciated. Doug Gray is about all that's left now, and he's keepin' it alive!!

[@keithamyx1215]

I want to thank this group for all the great memories their music brings to mind. I have loved them from the very first time I heard them. They Bob My Blues Away!!!

[@petecartwright5211]

"It ain't gonna be the first time, this ol' cowboy...spends the night alone..." Never forgotten how influential these guys were. Never...

[@petecartwright5211]

Toy Caldwell doing all that guitar work with his thumb!

[@gregashton3622]

This legendary band will continue on because it's the pride of Spartanburg South Carolina we love them always will rest in peace for those who are not with us and rock on God bless

[@rustyharvey6855]

Georgia loves the hell out of them too!

[@vaughnslavin9784]

Awesome music, takes me back and leads me forward.

[@phyllischarpentier4585]

So very sorry to hear about all the tragic losses in the Marshall Tucker Band. I am such a fan. I think Marshall Tucker Band is the very best of the southern rock bands. Love their music and glad that they are still going strong. Their music is timeless.

[@hqco3rdmedbattalionfmfpac953]

Phyllis Charpentier I think Lynyrd Skynyrd , and the Allman Brothers are in there , but we could argue all day , instead agree southern rock is spiritual soul music of the south . ✌🏻

[@roxannemoser2725]

I got to meet Tommy, Toy, and Jerry when they shopped in my mom's clothing store in 1977.

[@carrrexx7190]

I saw The Atlanta Rhythm Section open for MTB at the Fabulous Forum, as it used to be called.

[@billidgylab9083]

Outstanding group of musicians and their music is timeless. I give them a lot of credit of soldiering on through lifes changes and persevere on behalf of the fans that have never forgotten them. I am sure that beautiful Spartenburg is very proud of their native sons.

[@jeffking4176]

They always seemed more country than rock. Didn’t understand why the Rock stations played them and not the C/W stations. But I’m glad the Rock stations did play their music. Love ‘em. Hate they had so many tragedies, though. 📻🙂

[@royhoco5748]

they weren't rock and they weren't country they were southern rock a genre all it's own.

[@fireball1322]

A friend and I used to drive Toy around and party with him when MTB came to town to play. RIP Toy Caldwell, we sure do miss you.

[@brianparsons3681]

I've listened to them all my life and I have to think my dad for blasting there music on his Fisher system when I was only three years old from the year 1973

[@dalepritchard3335]

Loved the Band. Got to see them live in the seventies.

[@judyhess5913]

Forever shout out to Doug Gray for keeping the band going.

[@fuita227]

Yes, shout out for keeping it going, but not for changing the sound.

[@theotherebikeguy1473]

Second time I’ve been to their concert. Last year at the Orange Blossom Oprey and they blew the roof off. Their new flautist can play a variety of instruments and voice of the Caldwells made this my best concert ever. Back in 75 when I saw them the first time was amazing.

[@dsayless1509]

saw them live just last night--the band's still around, missing some members but they sounded great!

[@royhoco5748]

there is only one original member of the MTB , Doug Gray.

[@topixfromthetropix1674]

As a former sound tech, Tucker is the only band I have ever been the sound tech and the lighting director for on subsequent tours. Around the "Just US" tour, the band had repeatedly asked their studio guy, Sam Whiteside, to go mix them on a tour. Unexpectedly, he agreed so they called me up and told me I'm fired as a sound tech and hired as a lighting tech. Thanks to Jim Chapman, Michael Jackson's Victory Tour lighting director, for explaining to me how light consoles work and what the basic moves are. Best regards to my buddy, Barry Borden, the curent MTB drummer and former Mother's Finest drummer. So sorry to hear about Brenda.

[@kande6916]

From growing up in this time period as a Yankee, Marshall Tucker was the band!!! We all couldn't get enough of their music!!! Best damn band ever!!!

[@hvymettle]

Lucky to have caught the band in November, 1978 at MSG in NYC. Was more of an Allman Brothers fan but my buddy was a huge fan and made me go. Great show, glad I saw them with the original lineup. Took it for granted back then how many great bands were playing.

[@zerep11]

I met Doug Gray once. One of the nicest people anyone could ever meet. Very proud to have met him.

[@bjfornash9976]

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[@johnclemons2208]

Marshall Tucker, Lynnyrd Skynnyrd, Molly Hatchet, Black Oak. Man, those wonderful sounds of Southern Rock mesmerized us and the country girls that we loved.

[@jamesmack3314]

Outlaws

[@bak-mariterry9143]

@@jamesmack3314 I see all your comments through this section and I take you are a fan of SOUTHERN ROCK ... Well , so am I . Many a beer and joints listening to this great music .

[@jamesmack3314]

@@bak-mariterry9143 I’m with ya man! Good times.....

[@bak-mariterry9143]

@@jamesmack3314 A hard core rocker... All the great music that was recorded and played during this time. My ALL time and still is .. LYNYRD SKYNYRD ! Man , those boys could flat out play ! A shame that a lot of them passed away at a young age. Duane.. Ronnie... Berry... Tommy... Toy... And the list goes on.

[@johnthonig1692]

Little Feat

[@asmfmjb]

R.I.P. guys! One of my favorite bands....

[@skylilly1]

I have seen them in concert quite a bit. I never knew the backstory. Love their music!

[@myimorata7678]

Jazz aficionado here. MTB might have chosen to play more "country" sounding music, and the Allmans might have chosen a more bluesy tack, but make no mistake: Toy Caldwell could have gone any direction he chose. He had chops most don't know are out there. Toy Caldwell is one of my favorite musicians of any genre. His phrasing is sweet and tone is crystal clear. He will (or should) be missed.

[@NattyBumppo48]

These guys are rock royalty! Doug Gray has kept it going after all the tragedy. And while the "Marshall Tucker Band" is technically still together, it's actually Mr. Gray that makes that MTB sound now... Thanks Doug, for keeping a G-R-E-A-T band together. And R.I.P. to those we've lost.

[@dhix2388]

In name only/gray can't sing hes songs.

[@johnmac3410]

They made me fall in love with music again after my Nam cruise in 1972.

[@jimmygarlon750]

Growing old with this band, love you my brothers.

[@budstephens7239]

The band will ALWAYS live on !!!!!

[@kevinwingler3370]

the legendary show--- new riders of the purple sage, marshall tucker, and the grateful dead Englishtown N.J. 1977 epic show

[@jamesmack3314]

I was there..at least physically!!

[@richardsepulvado9787]

The best of the Macon music. My favorite song was take the highway

[@jamesmack3314]

Well if you haven’t heard the live version on where we all belong give it a listen it’s amazing...jam city

[@mitchgawlik1175]

The Marshall Tucker Band & the Allman Brothers were on the top of the Southern Rock pyramid, all the others were pretenders to the throne. The Allmans had the blues thing going while Marshall Tucker covered the country aspect. Cracking open a new Tucker album (up into the early '80s) was always a musical treat. No other Southern Rock band was as tight.

[@stephenhancock6497]

I would say Skynyrd was as tight if not tighter.

[@mitchgawlik1175]

My mistake not adding Skynryd to the mix. Tucker, Skynryd and the Allmans played varied sounds. One song did not sound like another, enabling all three bands to have (relatively) long successful careers.

[@mitchgawlik1175]

Four different bands with four different sounds in the same genre, Southern Rock. None of the bands was "better", just different. My opinion.

[@alanbiggerstaff164]

I think the Outlaws played extremely tight.

[@tradssalesone6334]

Alan Biggerstaff The outlaws were good but didnt have as many good songs. Let's not forget CDB, which had the closest sound to MTB. I never cared for the Allmans, just too bluesy for me. Although I generally like country and bluegrass more than rock, I liked Skynyrd the most of them all and they were more rock than the others. Doesnt make sense. But some of the MTB songs were just amazing.

[@jmangi6221]

Always been my favorite of all the southern rock bands, then the Allman bros, brilliant musicians.

[@henryhill3778]

BEST SR Band EVER!

[@jamesmack3314]

Paul Riddle doesn't get enough love...fantastic drummer and a big part of Tuckers sound.

[@davidwinndw]

Definitely! Has a nice jazzy vibe to his drumming. The timing is so good.

[@jamesmack3314]

@@davidwinndw Dave funny you should reply tonight because I just got done cranking up the incredible Tucker album where we all belong which is half studio half live- my god that should be in the top 10 records of all time across all genres absolutely mind blowing especially the live songs 24 hours at a time, take the highway etc.. the band was so locked in,incredible musicians...

[@davidwinndw]

@@jamesmack3314 agree 100%. Where We All Belong is pure quality. I love "In My Own Way". The whole album is great.

[@jamesmack3314]

@@davidwinndw definitely I also love she’s gone and of course this ol cowboy

[@tonyvincent9753]

Paul is a schooled player. He’s also a nice guy. He got Artimus Pyle the gig with Lynyrd Skynyrd.