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http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/g...69-w433068

Quote:Gregg Allman, the singer, musician and songwriter who played an essential role in the invention of Southern rock, has died at the age of 69. Allman's rep confirmed to Rolling Stone that the artist died Saturday afternoon.

Southern rock pioneer fused country blues with San Francisco-style extended improvisation, creating a template for countless jam bands to come
Allman "passed away peacefully at his home in Savannah, Georgia," a statement on the singer's website read Saturday. "Gregg struggled with many health issues over the past several years. During that time, Gregg considered being on the road playing music with his brothers and solo band for his beloved fans, essential medicine for his soul. Playing music lifted him up and kept him going during the toughest of times."

Shit man, lost another good ol' boy.

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Great player...and what a voice! Black muddy river in those vocal chords. I met him years ago outside a show in Northern California. Very cool guy.

My favorite song of his was "I'm No Angel". It should be an anthem for all the members of this forum.

RIP Gregg

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Well fuck. Two of the best male rock voices gone in a week.

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Say hi to Duane for us, Gregg...

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Saw Gregg solo in Savannah, GA, with Robert Randolph opening and sitting in, almost 20 years ago. RIP Gregg.

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So many hits. Made you feel like a good old boy.





















In his personal life he was like the canny investor who got into the market and got out at the right time:





Right before it crashed:

Post: #8

Just been listening to all these videos, and it is sad when these guys die, but it reminds you of all their great music. RIP.

This thread wouldn't be complete without the lyrics to No Angel.

Quote:No I'm no angel, No I'm no stranger to the street
I've got my label, So I won't crumble at your feet
And I know baby, So I've got scars upon my cheek
And I'm half crazy, Come on and love me baby

So you find me hard to handle, well I'm easier to hold
So you like my spurs that jingle and I never leave you cold
So I might steal your diamonds I'll bring you back some gold
I'm no angel

No I'm no angel, No I'm no stranger to the dark
Let me rock your cradle, Let me start a fire with your spark
Oh come on baby, Come and let me show you my tatoo
Let me drive you crazy, Come on and love me baby

So you don't give a darn about me, I never treat you bad
I won't ever lift a hand to hurt you & I'll always leave you glad
So I might steal your diamonds I'll bring you back some gold
I'm no angel

LEAD

No I'm no angel, No I'm no stranger to the dark
Let me rock your cradle, Let me start a fire with your spark
Oh come on baby, Come and let me show you my tatoo
Let me drive you crazy, Come on and love me baby

Post: #9

If there is a great musician who is getting old you always wanted to see go do it.

Post: #10

I like this solo version of "Midnight Rider" much better than the version that gets a lot of radio airplay. It's a little slower, more rock and less country: