Our take on the The Allman Brothers Band [LP]

This is the debut album by The Allman Brothers Band, originally released in 1969 on Capricorn. It is a blend of blues-rock, country and jazz-tinged jamming, with Gregg Allman on vocals and organ, Duane Allman and Dickey Betts on guitars, Berry Oakley on bass, and two drummers, Jaimoe and Butch Trucks. It is rougher and more blues-rooted than the band's later live landmark At Fillmore East, and it suits listeners who want the studio starting point of southern rock.

Best forBlues-rock and southern rock fansListeners building a classic rock vinyl collectionFans of Duane Allman's slide and lead guitarAnyone tracing the roots of the Allman Brothers' sound

Pros

Original 1969 studio debut, not a later re-recording
Two-guitar interplay between Duane Allman and Dickey Betts
Gregg Allman's bluesy vocals and Hammond organ
Two-drummer rhythm section gives the jams a distinct push
Mixes straight blues, country and extended instrumental passages

Cons

Production is leaner and less polished than At Fillmore East
The long jams can feel loose to listeners who prefer tight songs
Only a handful of tracks, so it runs short
Less familiar material than the band's live catalog

Questions and answers

Is this the band's first album?

Yes. It is The Allman Brothers Band's 1969 debut studio album, the record that introduced the original lineup.

How does it compare with At Fillmore East?

This is a studio record with shorter, more structured songs. At Fillmore East captures the band's extended live jams and is the more celebrated release.

Who plays on it?

The original lineup: Gregg Allman, Duane Allman, Dickey Betts, Berry Oakley, Jaimoe and Butch Trucks.

What kind of music is on it?

Blues-rock with country and jazz influences, built around dual guitars, organ and a two-drummer rhythm section.

Is this a re-recording?

No. It features the band's original recordings from the debut sessions.

Where is the The Allman Brothers Band [LP] cheapest?

At Barnes & Noble, for $42.99, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the The Allman Brothers Band [LP]

Best forBlues-rock and southern rock fansListeners building a classic rock vinyl collectionFans of Duane Allman's slide and lead guitarAnyone tracing the roots of the Allman Brothers' sound

Pros

Original 1969 studio debut, not a later re-recording
Two-guitar interplay between Duane Allman and Dickey Betts
Gregg Allman's bluesy vocals and Hammond organ
Two-drummer rhythm section gives the jams a distinct push
Mixes straight blues, country and extended instrumental passages

Cons

Production is leaner and less polished than At Fillmore East
The long jams can feel loose to listeners who prefer tight songs
Only a handful of tracks, so it runs short
Less familiar material than the band's live catalog

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About the The Allman Brothers Band [LP]

This is a vinyl LP by The Allman Brothers Band. It features the band's original recordings in the classic rock and country styles.

Format: LP (vinyl record)
Artist: The Allman Brothers Band
Genre: Classic rock, country

Questions and answers

Is this the band's first album?: Yes. It is The Allman Brothers Band's 1969 debut studio album, the record that introduced the original lineup.
How does it compare with At Fillmore East?: This is a studio record with shorter, more structured songs. At Fillmore East captures the band's extended live jams and is the more celebrated release.
Who plays on it?: The original lineup: Gregg Allman, Duane Allman, Dickey Betts, Berry Oakley, Jaimoe and Butch Trucks.
What kind of music is on it?: Blues-rock with country and jazz influences, built around dual guitars, organ and a two-drummer rhythm section.
Is this a re-recording?: No. It features the band's original recordings from the debut sessions.
Where is the The Allman Brothers Band [LP] cheapest?: At Barnes & Noble, for $42.99, as of our latest check.