album · March 26, 2021
Down in Texas '71
Allman Brothers Band Recording Company (2015 Deal)See this day
classic rockrockblues
This 2021 release captures the Allman Brothers Band in their early, formative era, showcasing a raw, energetic performance from 1971. The album features blistering jams and definitive versions of early classics.
- The album was recorded live at the Texas International Pop Festival in 1971, though it was not released until 2015. It features an expanded lineup with Duane Allman, Dickey Betts, Gregg Allman, Berry Oakley, Butch Trucks, and Jai Johanny "Jaimoe" Johanson. The recording was made available in 2021 as a bonus disc with the *Allman Brothers Band Recording Company (2015 Deal)* reissue.
- This release documents the band's legendary live prowess during a period of intense creativity. It highlights their improvisational skills and the chemistry between founding members.
- The setlist includes staples like "Statesboro Blues" and "Whipping Post," alongside deeper cuts that emphasize the band's evolving sound. The raw, unvarnished audio quality immerses the listener in the live 1971 experience.
The Allman Brothers Band formed in Florida in 1969, pioneering a unique blend of blues, jazz, and country rock. They became one of the most influential Southern rock bands in history.
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