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Decade of Hits 1969-79
Allman Brothers
Decade of Hits 1969-79
Genres: Blues, Pop, Rock, Classic Rock, Metal
 
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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 dre...  more »

     
   

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All Artists: Allman Brothers
Title: Decade of Hits 1969-79
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 1
Label: Polydor/Universal
Original Release Date: 10/22/1991
Release Date: 10/22/1991
Genres: Blues, Pop, Rock, Classic Rock, Metal
Styles: Slide Guitar, Blues Rock, Jam Bands, Rock Jam Bands, Rock Guitarists, Southern Rock, Album-Oriented Rock (AOR)
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 731451115622, 731451115622

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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

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Tim U. from SAN SABA, TX
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Great collection of hits by the band.
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I have really enjoyed the Allman Brothers CD.
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Ben S. from LOUISVILLE, KY
Reviewed on 11/4/2009...
Very good mix of Allman Brothers tunes
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