Allman Brothers Band Chronology
This chronology is a timeline of major personnel changes and album releases from the beginning to the final live performance in October 2014. While live shows are now history, we are combing the archives for material. Visit the Discography page to see what’s been released and join the Peach Corps to stay informed.
Beginnings
Beginnings
The Allman Brothers Band is formed in Jacksonville, Florida:
- Duane Allman, lead and slide guitar
- Gregg Allman, lead vocals and Hammond B3 organ
- Dickey Betts, lead guitar
- Berry Oakley, bass
- Butch Trucks, drums and percussion
- Jai Johanny Johanson "Jaimoe", drums
The Allman Brothers Band
Their first album, "The Allman Brothers Band," is released.
Idlewild South
Their second album, "Idlewild South," named after their Macon country retreat, is released.
Thom Doucette appears on harmonica and percussion
At Fillmore East
The band releases a double live album, At Fillmore East, recorded during three nights in March 1971 at the Fillmore East in NYC.
The album is their breakthrough, and goes on to be widely considered one of the best live rock recordings of all time.
Thom Doucette appears on harmonica
Duane Allman
Duane Allman's life is tragically cut short by a motorcycle accident in Macon, GA. The Brothers decide to carry on without adding a new guitarist, feeling that Duane cannot be replaced. Dickey Betts plays all the guitar parts, and fans hear him play slide for the first time.
Five Man Band
November 1971- November 1972 The band is composed of:
- Gregg Allman, lead vocals and Hammond B3 organ
- Dickey Betts, lead and slide guitar
- Berry Oakley, bass
- Butch Trucks, drums and percussion
- Jai Johanny Johanson "Jaimoe", drums
Eat a Peach
"Eat A Peach", a double album, with both studio and live tracks is released.