Duane Allman: An Anthology I & II


I just thought I'd throw this out there to see if anyone else is familiar with the Duane Allman Anthology albums. Aside from being co-founder of the southern rock group The Allman Brothers Band he was also a sought-after session musician both before and during his tenure with the band.

Anthology 1 & 2 are two double-album collections, which--besides some Allman Brothers tracks--includes many memorable solos by the distinctive slide guitarist from sessions at the fabled Fame and Muscle Shoals studios.

I discovered these albums about 25 years ago and they both remain in my top 10 all-time favorites. I have them on both vinyl and CD.

Anyone else familiar?
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On the Allmans doing the Band, they do "Dixie" on the Band tribute "Endless Highway." The Allmans' performance there might not be their best, but the disc is more interesting than a lot of tribute albums (though the recording is a bit tizzy on my gear). John
Nice memory, Chazro.

I saw the post Duane Brothers in 81 or 82, at Cornell University's Barton Hall (site of some justly famous Dead shows). Place was a half full, maybe a few thousand people; you could wander right up to the stage. 45 minute encore: Statesboro, Whipping Post, Ramblin Man. Dickie B went to town; among my most memorable live rock experiences :) John