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Old 28 May 2017, 05:50 AM   #1
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Gregg Allman Dead at 69

Gregg Allman, Soulful Trailblazer of Southern Rock, Dies at 69

Gregg Allman, the soulful singer-songwriter and rock n' blues pioneer who founded The Allman Brothers Band with his late brother, Duane, and composed such classics as "Midnight Rider," "Melissa" and the epic concert jam "Whipping Post," has died at age 69, Billboard has learned. He was diagnosed with hepatitis C in 1999 and underwent a liver transplant in 2010.

He "passed away peacefully at his home in Savannah, Georgia," according to a statement on Gregg Allman's official website, noting that the family planned to release a statement soon. "Gregg struggled with many health issues over the past several years. During that time, Gregg considered being on the road playing music with his brothers and solo band for his beloved fans, essential medicine for his soul. Playing music lifted him up and kept him going during the toughest of times."

Gregg’s longtime manager and close friend Michael Lehman said, “I have lost a dear friend and the world has lost a brilliant pioneer in music. He was a kind and gentle soul with the best laugh I ever heard. His love for his family and bandmates was passionate as was the love he had for his extraordinary fans. Gregg was an incredible partner and an even better friend. We will all miss him.”

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Old 28 May 2017, 05:51 AM   #2
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Old 28 May 2017, 06:45 AM   #3
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Old 28 May 2017, 06:52 AM   #5
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Old 28 May 2017, 06:59 AM   #6
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This one just hit me like a ton of bricks. Rest In Peace Gregg.
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Old 28 May 2017, 10:59 PM   #7
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Old 28 May 2017, 08:10 AM   #8
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Thank you for all the wonderful memories while listening to your music. We'll miss you.
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One of the best, without question. We saw him about two years ago and wanted to see him again. He was still amazing. Thanks for the many memories, RIP.


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Old 28 May 2017, 10:03 AM   #13
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Wow. What a bad year so far. I loved Gregg Allman. RIP You will not be forgotten.
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The early Allman Brothers is still some of my favorite music. RIP, Gregg.
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For sure... Go listen to "Dreams", where Gregg is singing and Duane is on slide guitar... One of my all time favorites...RIP
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Man... just the other day watched a great documentary on axstv about him. Rip to a great talent and a big influence to many.
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Old 29 May 2017, 01:37 AM   #21
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Old 29 May 2017, 08:37 AM   #23
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One of the greatest Blues voices of all time. When he was younger he had a home down the street from my parents on Anna Maria Island in Florida; I have some great stories to tell for another time. RIP Greg Allman.
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