The Road Goes On Forever
The Allman Brothers Band · 1975
152 min · 30 tracks · Southern rock
A masterclass in Southern rock, blending bluesy riffs with heartfelt storytelling and improvisational flair.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its commercial success, reflecting the band’s enduring popularity as it peaked at No. 27 on the Billboard 200 chart. Additionally, it received critical acclaim that solidified their place in rock history and influenced countless Southern rock artists who followed. The live tracks featured further exemplify their improvisational prowess, which became a hallmark of their influence on jam bands.
- Career context
- Released in 1975, 'The Road Goes On Forever' captures The Allman Brothers Band at a transitional moment following the death of Duane Allman in 1971. This album marked their continued evolution, showcasing their resilience and ability to blend genres while navigating personal loss. It came after their commercially successful albums, but also during a time when they were redefining their sound in the wake of tragedy.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bruce Springsteen· Cher· Bob Dylan· Prince· Chicago· Bon Jovi· Alice Cooper· Cyndi Lauper
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Don’t Want You No More 2:25
- 2 It’s Not My Cross to Bear 4:57
- 3 Blackhearted Woman 5:18
- 4 Trouble No More 3:49
- 5 Dreams 7:19
- 6 Whipping Post Standout 5:22
- 7 Revival 4:05
- 8 Midnight Rider Standout 3:00
- 9 Don’t Keep Me Wonderin’ 3:31
- 10 Hoochie Coochie Man 4:58
- 11 Statesboro Blues (live) 4:20
- 12 Stormy Monday (live) 8:50
- 13 Hot ’Lanta (live) 5:22
- 14 In Memory of Elizabeth Reed (live) 13:05
Disc 2
- 1 One Way Out (live) 5:00
- 2 Ain’t Wasting Time No More 3:40
- 3 Melissa 3:54
- 4 Stand Back 3:26
- 5 Blue Sky 5:11
- 6 Little Martha 2:10
- 7 Wasted Words 4:20
- 8 Ramblin’ Man 4:50
- 9 Southbound 5:10
- 10 Jessica Standout 7:30
- 11 Come and Go Blues (live) 5:03
- 12 Can’t Lose What You Never Had 5:54
- 13 Win, Lose or Draw 4:47
- 14 Crazy Love 3:45
- 15 Can’t Take It With You 3:36
- 16 Pegasus 7:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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