A Decade of Hits 1969-1979
With their dueling guitar leads and harmonies built on a double drummer foundation, the Allman Brothers Band cast the mold for the southern rock sound that would proliferate in the '70s. Virtuoso musicians, their songs drew upon a number of southern influences, including country, the blues, New Orleans jazz, and even gospel, creating a sound that was distinctly theirs. Decade of Hits is a great catalog of the Allman's at their guitar wielding best. The sweet, infectious harmonies on the instrumental "Jessica" have become a classic reference point in themselves. Next to the tragedies that plagued them--two motorcycle deaths, heroin addiction--the Allman's are probably best known for the heroic "Ramblin' Man." Written and sung by the now legendary Dickey Betts, the song contained everything that made the band great: intricate guitar harmonies, a strong melody, and just enough twang to keep the thing tight. Decade also contains Allman staples "Melissa," "In Memory of Elizabeth Reed," and "Southbound." --Steve Gdula more
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Recent Reviews
- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Oct-07-2008
- The Allman Brothers
The Midnight Rider Gregg Allman and The Allman Brothers Band, includes the songs "Ramblin Man" and "Melissa" The Allman Brothers have gotten into the 2008 Presidential race - Interestingly, In the 2008 Presidential Primary race, Hillary...
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Sep-19-2008
- One of the finest anthologies out there!
The Allmans Brothers Band was one of the greatest rock groups in the world and this CD is the one to own if you don't want to drag out 4 or 5 CD's to hear your favorite cuts. All of their first four albums are superb but this CD captures...
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Sep-16-2008
- Great CD ~ Great Price
This CD has all the classic Allman Brothers hits. All top hits at a top price. What more can you ask?
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Aug-12-2008
- Trying To Make a livin and Doing The Best I Can
It plays on my car as we drive to Monterey and I think, along with a handful of others this is my favorite album. A handful get that kind of adulation and deep thanks. When I go into times of surgery and pain it helps. As I drive to an...
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- 5/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Oct-07-2008
- The Allman Brothers
The Midnight Rider Gregg Allman and The Allman Brothers Band, includes the songs "Ramblin Man" and "Melissa" The Allman Brothers have gotten into the 2008 Presidential race - Interestingly, In the 2008 Presidential Primary race, Hillary...
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- 3/5
- From: Amazon
- Posted: Feb-16-2006
- NOT ENOUGH
Sure, the Allman Brotheres Band is the greatest southern rock band of all time, and my personal favorite. Sure, every single song on here is absolutely amazing, but unless you've never even heard of the Allman Brothers before, you need...
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- 2/5
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- Posted: May-26-1999
- This album is not the "Best" of the Brothers
This CD is not the best of the Allman Brothers, but is an O.K. CD all the same. Unfortuantely, it focuses more on the post-Duane era than when the guitarist was with the band, and when their best material was produced. Instead, for a...
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