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Brothers of the Road

The Allman Brothers Band · 1981

39 min · 10 tracks · Southern rock

A blend of Southern rock and polished pop sensibilities, marked by heartfelt melodies and vibrant guitar work.

Why this album works

'Brothers of the Road' is notable for its commercial success, peaking at No. 25 on the Billboard 200 chart. The album marked a shift towards a more radio-friendly sound, reflecting the band's adaptation to evolving musical trends while still resonating with long-time fans.
Career context
Released in January 1981, 'Brothers of the Road' was the Allman Brothers Band's first studio album after their reunion in 1979. At this point in their career, they were navigating a new musical direction following the loss of original members and aiming to re-establish their presence in a changing rock landscape.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Brothers of the Road Standout 4:02
  • 2 Leavin’ Standout 3:49
  • 3 Straight From the Heart 3:48
  • 4 The Heat Is On Standout 4:14
  • 5 Maybe We Can Go Back to Yesterday 4:45
  • 6 The Judgement 3:42
  • 7 Two Rights 3:32
  • 8 Never Knew How Much (I Needed You) 4:28
  • 9 Things You Used to Do 3:45
  • 10 I Beg of You 3:23

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