A world of blues Renowned musicians jam at the Yard Sep 18, 2008
Taino, host of the Saturday afternoon session, has played with the likes of Judas Priest, Santana, and Greg Allman. "It happened so gradually. I look back and I didn't even realize it," said Santelli about the popularity of the Yard. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Schafer won't be rushed up Aug 28, 2008
Personally, I prefer Greg Allman s cover version, but Jackson s original is also mighty fine. THESE DAYS by Jackson Browne. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Blues by the Bay starts Friday Aug 20, 2008
Cummings years of experience have led his band to work with bands, such as The Beach Boys, The Tubes, Edgar Winter, Greg Allman, Grand Funk and Alice Cooper, among others. Winners of the 2005 Blues by the Bay Challenge, Blues Abusers leads off Sunday s performers at noon. (Iosco County News Herald, MI)
Allman band sues Universal over digital royalties Aug 12, 2008
Band members Greg Allman, Jai Johanny "Jaimoe" Johanson, Butch Trucks and Dickey Betts were named as plaintiffs in the lawsuit. A spokesperson for UMG Recordings, part of Vivendi SA's Universal Music Group, was not immediately available for comment. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Hip to be round? Does pregnancy look a little too cool lately? Jul 8, 2008
People has been covering and celebrating celebrity babies for over 34 years from Cher and Greg Allman s son to Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony s twins, the magazine said in a statement. Our readers have come to expect these kinds of intimate family moments in the pages of the magazine, and we plan to continue to deliver this inside access. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Wingdale artist lights up Heinchon's with new art show Jul 4, 2008
Today he says he focuses more on his children's illustrations and music, playing out regularly in venues around the region in a style evocative of Greg Allman and Bruce Springsteen, some say. Having written more than 100 tunes, he said his dream is for someone take to take notice of his skills as a songsmith. (Henrietta Post, NY)
Montage of talent May 16, 2008
But, all is right in the world again, assuming leader Greg Allman s battle with hepatitis C is going well come late August. Teaming up with the Allmans are former Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir and his jam band outfit, RatDog. (Scranton Times, PA)
Is the media contributing to driving the economy into a tree? May 2, 2008
Just this weekend, I partied hard with Michael Allman, who is Greg Allman s son. After we got around to comparing tattoos, he insisted on taking a picture of my Jerry Garcia tat to put on his myspace website. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Allman Brothers cancel annual NYC shows Apr 22, 2008
Beacon concerts pushed to '09 as Greg Allman recovers from hepatitis C. Dave Martin / AP file. (MSNBC -- Music)
Giving Nashville just what it needs Apr 15, 2008
Drawing on a variety of textures and drenched in bright harmonies, the songs evoke influences as disparate as Greg Allman, Tim McGraw, Elton John, and the Dixie Chicks. Opening track "Love Don't Live Here," sung by Kelley in a resonant tenor, is a classic kiss-off that motors along with snap and purpose. (Boston Globe)
3 Ga. chefs get James Beard noms Mar 25, 2008
Greg Allman was under the weather and did not join the group. We hear the band is in town rehearsing for a 15-night set of shows at the Beacon Theater in New York, starting May 5. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Label-defying sound Mar 20, 2008
More recently, the group did a show with the Doobie Brothers, followed by Greg Allman. Langford also plays in a band called the Love Riders, sharing the stage with Robby Krieger from The Doors, Rusty Anderson from Paul McCartney s band and Todd Smallwood. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
The shortest showbiz marriages Dec 19, 2007
Three days after Cher s divorce from husband and showbiz partner Sonny was finalised in 1975, she married musician Greg Allman in Las Vegas. Ten days later, Cher filed for divorce, but by then the singer was pregnant. (Times Online)
O'Brien's blog Oct 26, 2007
Greg Allman showed up, stoned out of his brain, to jam with them and promptly forgot the chords and lyrics to Sweet Melissa. Ceretainly not Greg s finest moment, but he was lovestruck over Cher at the time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
How much does team miss Leo? Sep 21, 2007
Tinsley Ellis, Derek Trucks, James and Lucky Peterson, Chris Anderson and the Toler Brothers (Greg Allman s Band) all lived down there and would jam at a couple of the clubs. BB King would show up a couple times a year. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Devon Allman’s Honeytribe is featured act at Blues Festival Jul 28, 2007
The Allman name is instantly recognizable since Allman's father Greg Allman is the vocalist, keyboardist and co-founder of the Allman Brothers Band, a southern rock/blues band. Devon Allman is described as an up-and-coming new artist, and according to Blues Festival producer Denny DeBourbon, he s earning his fan base through dedication and musical skill. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
5-1 record, .220 batting average Apr 10, 2007
Only thing I have against Greg Allman was that Cher thing years ago ... Only thing I have against Greg Allman was that Cher thing years ago. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Braves rotation is firming up Mar 17, 2007
And let us not forget the Hammond B-3 organs played by Greg Allman and Grace Potter. Totally appropriate for this blog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Letters for Saturday, January 13, 2007 Jan 13, 2007
Greg Allman on Kauai Thanks to an angel Let s open minds to others Party politics no help. Greg Allman on Kauai ... Greg Allman and I are old friends. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
They don't play'em like they used to Jan 12, 2007
The group brought Ricky Nelson, Nicolette Larson, Greg Allman, Elvin Bishop, Jesse Coulter and Leo Kottke, Nazareth, Russell Smith and the Amazing Rhythm Aces, Jack Miller and the Reggae All-Stars, and others. Former Juneau resident Stella Taug had teamed up with Donnie and Ron Brown to build a sound and light company in Capistrano Beach, Calif. (Juneau Empire)
