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Gregg Allman Live: Back to Macon, GA

Gregg Allman · 2015

94 min · 39 tracks · blues

A spirited blend of blues and rock, laced with heartfelt storytelling and vibrant live energy.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Whipping Post — This track exemplifies Allman's signature blend of raw emotion and intricate musicianship, delivering an electrifying performance that showcases the band's improvisational prowess.
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    Midnight Rider — Allman's soulful rendition transforms this classic into a poignant reflection on life’s journeys, resonating deeply with audiences through its haunting melody.
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    Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More — The upbeat tempo and reflective lyrics make this song a highlight, illustrating Allman's ability to infuse joy into themes of resilience and moving forward.
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    Statesboro Blues — This opening track sets the tone for the album, showcasing Allman's mastery of blues guitar and his commanding vocal presence that resonates with authenticity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • spirited live performance energy
  • wave-like dynamic pacing
  • heartfelt storytelling through songs
  • engaging guitar solos throughout
  • nostalgic reflections on macon

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer concise single tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2015, this album captures Gregg Allman at a reflective point in his career, following the dissolution of the Allman Brothers Band in 2014. 'Back to Macon, GA' serves as both a tribute to his roots and a celebration of his enduring legacy, showcasing his evolution as a solo artist while revisiting classic tracks.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Statesboro Blues 5:25
  • 2 I’m No Angel 4:06
  • 3 Queen of Hearts 6:35
  • 4 I Can’t Be Satisfied 5:15
  • 5 These Days 4:02
  • 6 Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More 6:50
  • 7 Brightest Smile in Town 4:55
  • 8 Hot ’Lanta 5:33
  • 9 I’ve Found a Love 4:38

Disc 2

  • 1 Don’t Keep Me Wonderin’ 5:11
  • 2 Before the Bullets Fly 4:11
  • 3 Melissa 6:19
  • 4 Midnight Rider 5:10
  • 5 Love Like Kerosene 4:42
  • 6 Whipping Post 5:36
  • 7 One Way Out 11:28

Disc 3

  • 1 Statesboro Blues
  • 2 I’m No Angel
  • 3 Queen of Hearts
  • 4 Interview: What Macon Was to Us
  • 5 I Can’t Be Satisfied 4:35
  • 6 These Days
  • 7 Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More
  • 8 Interview: Practicing in Macon
  • 9 Brightest Smile in Town
  • 10 Hot ’Lanta
  • 11 I’ve Found a Love
  • 12 Don’t Keep Me Wonderin’
  • 13 Before the Bullets Fly
  • 14 Melissa
  • 15 Interview: We Worked Hard
  • 16 Midnight Rider
  • 17 Love Like Kerosene
  • 18 Interview: Songwriting for the Allman Brothers
  • 19 Whipping Post
  • 20 One Way Out
  • 21 Stormy Monday
  • 22 Floating Bridge
  • 23 Feature: The Gregg Allman Band at the H&H

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