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The Allman Brothers Band

A group defined by two-guitar conversation, dual drummers, and a performance archive that spans distinct eras. Its lineups and live releases should be dated precisely rather than compressed into one timeless band.

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1969–2014 · The evolving ensemble · Last editorial source review 2026-10-29

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8 documented research notes

  1. 1969
    formation

    The original six assembled in Jacksonville, Florida, on March 26, 1969.

    beginnings ↗
  2. 1969
    personnel

    Duane and Dickey Betts played guitar; Gregg sang and played organ; Berry Oakley played bass; Butch Trucks and Jaimoe handled drums.

    beginnings ↗
  3. 1969
    release

    The band’s self-titled debut album appeared in November 1969.

    beginnings ↗
  4. 1970
    release

    Idlewild South followed in September 1970.

    beginnings ↗
  5. 1971
    recording

    The breakthrough At Fillmore East was recorded during the March 1971 Fillmore engagement and released in July.

    beginnings ↗At Fillmore East ↗
  6. 1971
    loss

    Duane Allman died on October 29, 1971, shortly after the original Fillmore release.

    Duane Allman biography ↗
  7. 1989–1999
    lineup

    The band’s later history included Warren Haynes, Allen Woody, Oteil Burbridge and Derek Trucks joining in different periods.

    chronology ↗
  8. 2014
    farewell

    The October 28 Beacon Theatre concert is documented as the band’s final performance.

    Beacon Theatre 10/28/14 ↗

Questions still open

Source bibliography · 5 references