In Memory of Elizabeth Reed (Allman Brothers Band) | Paying Tribute to Dickey Betts | Ep. 769

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In this edition of #thedailydoug, I'm paying tribute to Dickey Betts of The Allman Brothers Band, who passed away recently at the age of 80. His guitar work is well respected across the musical universe, and his memory and legacy will live on in the music that he created. RIP Dickey!

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[AngryMimi]

My first concert in 1970 for my birthday❣️ you cannot imagine how magical it was to see them and hear them live. One of my best memories of all time❣️ Lord, I love them.

[MrStrack]

Dickey Lead 1, Duane Lead 2. Saw them 84 times over their run. The road goes on forever. RIP Dickey

[dmskon]

IMHO - this song + this performance = about as close to perfection as rock music gets. Never fails to hook me in.

[zummo]

13 minute zenith of live music. Really will never be topped.

[scottingram]

This song was the centerpiece on what is easily the best live album ever recorded. You'd love the rest of the album.

[hydrowheel]

My mentally disabled wife is dealing with both of her parents in the hospital, both at the end of their times. My wife is far and beyond able to cope with this cycle of life that cannot be denied and she vents her anguish and frustrations to me every day. As I try my best to support and comfort her I wish that I could do more for her. Music has always been my coping tool through all of the hard times that life has presented to me and this particular song has been one of my favorite go-to's. It has uplifted me, supported me and carried me through many tough times and tonight I feel blessed to hear it once again. I was not looking for it, but Doug's episode brought it to me when I really needed it! Thank you Doug for helping out a soul in a way that I am betting you never intended to.

[jerrypotente]

Dicky Betts ‘was as good as it gets!’, rest in peace, guitar -god, , and thanx for all the unforgettable music…..__

[bryanringel]

I remember my guitar teacher telling me if I learned and understood Allman Brothers I will have learned everything he has to teach me, jazz, blues and rock all at once

[beare]

RIP Dickey Betts, part of the BEST two lead guitar duos EVER! First solo is Dickey as well as the violin part in the beginning. Duane's solo is after Gregg's organ solo. For me this is the definitive version of this song, long live the original six.

[gm]

Among one of the best songs the Allman Brothers did. Excellent guitar work from Dickey and Duane. Rest in peace Dickey Betts.

[craigreid]

I consider this to be The Allman Brother's masterpiece!!! The bass work is a testament to the incredible talent of Berry Oakley. I learned this bass line back when this song came out and I can tell you it's a real work out. It very strenuous to keep it up the whole song. Hats off to these guys.

[hemirdrnr]

Probably the most iconic southern rock song ever written. It was performed flawlessly live on this album. Dickey Betts was one of the world's greatest guitar players who was influenced by many jazz artists (by his own admission). You can certainly hear the jazz influence on this wonderful live recording (time and scale changes). The whole album is great but this song is a true masterpiece. A group of unbelievable talents at the top of their game. I bought this album when it came out in 1971 and literally wore it out. I have a number of copies on different media forms now and have listened to it thousands of times and it never gets old. I have also seen them live a number of times and their stage presence was amazing. Rest in peace Duane, Gregg, Berry, Dickey and Butch. There will never be another Allman Brothers Band but somewhere out there is a helluva jam session going on.

[walterhenkels]

The Filmore show is epic. Everyone should own a copy

[gwts]

Dicky Betts came into a record store that I worked at in the mid-90's. They were playing just down the street. He sat and chatted for a while. Such a nice dude. He'll be missed.

[williameisenberg]

The Allmans Brothers Were are monster band in the day, they were huge . I’ve been listening and loving them forever and I’m 66 !!

[ajaykiran]

This album is one of my desert island albums

[genosiegelli]

Yes, that’s Dicky taking the 1st guitar solo and Duane the 2nd. I once described the difference between Dicky’s playing (which I liked) and Duane’s playing (which, to this day, amazes me) to a friend as the difference between a bow & arrow (Dicky) and a rocket launcher (Duane). That said, it was how they played together and off of each other that made the magic. Thanks for playing this!❤

[michaelkardish]

Bravo! What a performance! And RIP Brother Dickey!!

[arpeggioblues]

My favorite Allman Bros Song.. Simple and expressive. They have some great Jams, this is one of them.

[lordkuma]

Sir, you are ready. It's time for Mountain Jam.