The Remembering Gregg Allman shows were special events. On Night 1 they played Back To Macon in it's entirety and on Night 2 they played Southern Blood fully with 3 outtakes from the sessions and closed with ensemble versions of One Way Out and Statesboro Blues. The shows both showcased the Gregg Allman Band and the beauty of Gregg Allman himself.
Night 1 was powerful and Night 2 was heartwarming. Alan Paul made opening comments and brought out the Gents on both nights. The Band was tight and never skipped a beat. Sadly both nights had the horn section tucked away in the corner, tho not seen they were definitely heard. I posted this interview in another thread and felt it'd be proper to include here also.
https://liveforlivemusic.com/features/scott-sharrard-chank-middleton-interv iew-2019/
I played Southern Blood for the ride home on Night 2 and was engulfed by the depth of Mr. Allman. Scott had said that those Southern Blood sessions were some of Gregg's all time finest vocal output and it's hard to argue against that assessment. The soul and warmth of his vocals and song choices represent a man who lived fully and has some reflections to share. Pure beauty. The lyrics of My Only True Friend are deep and prophetic. His line of "I hope you're haunted by the music...… of my soul" has rung true. God Bless Gregg Allman.
Night 1 6/24/10 with the Gregg Allman Band (Bobby Allende (d), Brett Bass (b), Jay Collins (h), Art Edmaiston (h), Mark Franklin (h), Peter Levin (K), Steve Potts (d), & Scott Sharrard (g/v) and special guests Deva Mahal (v), Slam Allen (g), Luther Dickinson (g), James Maddock (g), Brian Mitchell (k) & Quinn Sullivan (g).
Sir Paul (the other Sir Paul)
Statesboro Blues
I'm No Angel
Queen Of Hearts
I Can't Be Satisfied
These Days
Ain't Wasting Time
Brightest Smile In Town
Hot 'Lanta
I've Found A Love
Don't Keep Me Wonderin'
Just Before The Bullets Fly
Melissa
Midnight Rider
Love Like Kerosene
Whipping Post
One Way Out
Night 2 6/25/19 with the Gregg Allman Band and special guests Deva Mahal (v), Jackson Kincheloe (h), Jr. Mack (g/v), & Tash Neal (g).
Pack It Up
Everything A Good Man Needs
Hummingbird
My Only True Friend
Once I Was
Going, Going, Gone
Muddy Black River
I Love The Life I Live
Willin'
Blind Bats And Swamp Rats
Out Of Left Field
Love Like Kerosene
Song For Adam
One Way Out
Statesboro Blues
June 24th
June 25th
Thanks man. Flattered to be included in this and happy to have my little intro recorded. I was just winging it and speaking from the heart. Whew. There was a lot of great moments over the two nights and there was really a sweet feeling amongst the musicians.
So nice!! Thank you for posting and sharing the photos and videos of 2 great nights.
Thanks to Alan Paul for kicking each night off and bests to you with your upcoming gig at the Cutting Room in July.
And It just gets better...Thank you to my brother for surprising me with a Bottle of Gregg Allman wine from the City Winery.
Thanks again, Enjoy!!
Thanks man. Flattered to be included...
You were part of the festivities. I heard the intimate interview on Night 2 was sweet. It was a special tribute. Like a wise couple says.... "Know that you are loved!"
Thanks man. Aways good seeing you at shows, and nice to meet your wife!
Thanks man. Aways good seeing you at shows, and nice to meet your wife!
My concert buddy, She's a keeper, 30 years in August. Always a pleasure Sir. See ya soon.
