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As one of the greatest rock icons of all time, Gregg Allman has lived it all and then some. For almost fifty years, he's been creating some of the most recognizable songs in American rock, but never before has he paused to reflect on the long road he's traveled. Now, he tells the unflinching story of his life, laying bare the unvarnished truth about his wild ride that has stretched across the years.
The story begins simply: with Gregg and his older brother, Duane, growing up in the South, raising hell with their guitars, fueling each other's passion for music, and drifting from one band to another in search of a musical future that always seemed just out of reach. But all that changed one historic day when Duane and Gregg came together with four other men to forge something new--a unique sound shaped by soul, rock, and blues and brimming with experimentation; a sound not just of a band, but of a family.
Bringing to life the carefree early days of the Allman Brothers Band, Gregg holds nothing back--from run-ins with the law to laid-back parties, from meeting girls on the road to jamming at the Fillmore East, from experimenting with drugs to forming a brotherhood. Along the way, he goes behind the scenes of some of the greatest rock music of all time, without shying from the infamous and painful deaths of both his brother, Duane, and Allman Brothers bassist Berry Oakley. Speaking candidly and for the first time about the profound impact that his brother's death had on him, Gregg offers a tribute to Duane that only a younger brother could write, showing how, to this day, he still confronts the grief of losing his big brother, even as Duane continues to guide and inspire him.
Setting the record straight about the band's struggles in the face of death as well as his own personal demons, Gregg shows how the decision to persevere came with a heavy price, one that would haunt the Brothers for decades. While the rock and roll excesses of drugs, alcohol, personality clashes, and money squandering led to a series of breakups and reunions that culminated with the band's permanent reunion in 1989, Gregg fought his own battle with substance abuse, going to rehab no less than twelve times and floating through a string of failed marriages, including his tabloid-frenzied relationship with Cher, before finally cleaning up once and for all.
Capturing the Allman Brothers' ongoing, triumphant resurgence as well as his own recent fight against hepatitis C and the liver transplant that saved his life, Gregg presents a story as honest as it is fascinating, providing a glimpse inside one of the most beloved and notorious bands in the history of rock music and demonstrating how, through it all, the road goes on . . . forever.
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GaPeachBC
Posted April 13, 2012
Highs, lows and in-betweens...the dude lets it rip! Great sense of humor, too! He doesn't expect nor does he ask for anything. I admire that about him.
I know many have judged this man over the years, but I refuse to and never would. I think that I understand him. You can hear the pain and sorrow in much of his music, and there don't appear to be as many highs as there are lows in his life (and I mean that figuratively, not literally). Maybe those are to come!
I can’t remember not loving this man, his music, Brother Duane, the ABB, and everything else as they were a huge part of my life (along with my three Brothers) while growing up in Georgia in the 60’s & 70’s.
35 out of 45 people found this review helpful.
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Posted June 2, 2012
Loved it. It's like sitting on the porch with a bottle of cheap wine and a pack of cigaretttes with the whole night to listen to a good ole boy reminisce.
10 out of 11 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.First of all, the enhanced edition is excellent. Secondly, Gregg Allman did a book signing at Barnes & Noble's Union Square location on May 23, 2012, and was humble, warm, friendly and outgoing. A true southern gentleman.
I've been an Allman Brothers fan from the first time I heard their debut album played on WNEW-FM in NY on Scott Muni's show. Gregg's book takes you through his incredible journey.
Again, highly recommended.
6 out of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 16, 2012
Nice way to look at a legandary group perhaps a bit hard on richard but greg is one great blues master
5 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 22, 2012
a great read could not put the book down! he speaks from the heart just as his music always does. ABB is the best American rock band ever period.... get the book!!
4 out of 6 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 19, 2012
I just finished this book and it upsets me because the stories were fantastic and told honestly. I really get a sense that Mr. Allman is just as fantastic at writing books as he is at writing, composing, and playing music. I really enjoyed the rawness of his story. I feel like I was allowed to read his private journals because the story divulged so much information and never did he try to downplay his role in wrongdoing. I feel more connected by having read it and I always appreciate anything that makes me feel like i have learned lessons vicariously through the author. I sure hope one day that I can call him Gregory and congratulate him on this fantastic piece!
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 26, 2012
Yikes! Wasted days and wasted nights. The liver transplant and the repentant heart make this an easy, worthwhile read.
For those of us who are not fan's of Cher, kudos here, as she does not suffer fools gladly. Unless of course it's Hollywood Liberal politics. There are numerous accounts of people dying after their first hit of cocaine or heroin, this very talented man lived decades though what most addicts do not. Best song...2009 slow version of "Whipping Post."
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 12, 2012
It's hard to rate this book objectively. If you are an Allman Brothers fan there is loads of interfering material in the book especially around there early years (which is over half the book)
That being said, if you are not a fan, i think it's a tedious read. It's written like I imagine he talks and the subject are all over the place and the stories are often superfluous around most getting some
3 out of 5 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 26, 2012
At first - seemed to be a real page turner. Then, slowly, I began to realize...this is a piece of self serving BS. I don't think he can even remember that much of what happened during those days. I feel sorry for everyone who ever befriended this narcissistic jerk.
2 out of 8 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 23, 2012
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Enhanced version offers wonderful interview clips & a song, which is great. Gregg tells his story honestly & engagingly. Any fan would love this book!
2 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
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Posted June 21, 2012
Not really insightful but if you are a big fan, you pretty much have to read it. There are no surprises or anything profound. Just a dude that partied hard, drank hard and drugged hard while being involved in and responsivble for some great music. This is the first enhanced ebook ive bought. The enhanced features (video and audio) are quite nice. I will now always spring for an enhanced edition when available.
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Posted June 7, 2012
Couldn't put it down
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Posted April 21, 2013
The book is very entertaining. I grew up in the error of the Allman Brothers bank and their musical influence. It was I time that I easily identify with and enjoyed. I would recommend it to anybody in my generation.
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Posted April 5, 2013
Started reading this book 2 days ago past the half mark he tells it like it is man even some sorty`s about the warehouse in new orleans was lucky to meet greggory years ago
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Posted March 8, 2013
Excellent book, Greg Allman talks about good times and bad times. Anyone who loves music, is struggling with sobriety needs to read this.
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Posted December 19, 2012
I wonder, if I'd read this book in the 70's, if I would have ever been an Allman Brothers fan.
But still gives insight into his life and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. And it made me want to
go out and buy more music, his and some of his idols!
katness0714
Posted December 7, 2012
I am dying to read this........................... How good is it? KAT
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Posted September 11, 2012
I really enjoyed this book. My husband and I have been an Alllman Brothers fan for many many years. Greg's life is very similar to my husband's. They both have a passion for making people happy and their love for music.
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Posted August 24, 2012
Gregory lays it all out in this book, with phenomenal details of his early childhood with Duane, their introduction to music and their rough road to success. Behind this fascinating story is the ever present "cross to bear": drugs and alcohol and their grip on Gregory. At times, it was like watching a train wreck in slow motion, but his closing message to all that would listen: Don't go there! The archival pictures are amazing in and of themselves!
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Posted July 8, 2012
Although, i have so much respect for Gregg Allman, this book does him no justice. Skims over significant parts of his life. His random thoughts are just all overthe place. He is self righteous. I just dont think he was as honest as he should have been, only where it was to make him look good,
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This e-book contains exclusive content that enhances your reading experience.
Enhancements may include audio, video, bonus photos, playlists, author interviews, or interactive galleries. Details on the extra features included in this enhanced edition will be coming soon.
As one of the greatest rock icons of all time, Gregg Allman has lived it all and then some. For almost fifty years, he's been creating some of the most ...