Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Greg Allman Brings Generations of Timeless No. 1 Hits to Englewood’s bergenPAC

Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Famer Gregg Allman is both a founding member of one of the biggest and most important American bands of all time, the still-active and thriving Allman Brothers Band, and a critically acclaimed solo talent. A natural artist gifted with a beautifully soulful and distinctive voice as well as brilliant keyboard and guitar expertise, Allman is a legendary performer who, more than 30 years down the road, still loves making music as much as ever.

At the start of his enduring career, Gregg Allman and his brother Duane put together a number of different groups, including their very first professional ones, The Allman Joys and The Hour Glass. Whatever the configuration, Gregg’s powerful lead vocals, emerging songwriting and keyboard prowess perfectly complemented Duane’s now-legendary guitar virtuosity. In 1969, their brotherhood made history with the formation of the massively influential act that both kick-started the entire genre of Southern Rock and defined an era of ‘70s Rock n’ Roll with its freewheeling yet musically masterful sound, The Allman Brothers Band.

The band’s unique amalgam of Rock, Blues, Country and even Jazz flourishes expanded the boundaries of rock music and their signature, extended onstage jamming set new standards for live concert performance. In addition to his singing and playing, Allman wrote many of their most memorable signature hits, including the classics “Whipping Post” and “Dreams” from their self-titled debut album, “Midnight Rider” and “Please Call Home” from their second LP, “Idlewild South” and “Melissa” from 1972’s “Eat A Peach.”

In 1971, at the height of fame, and just two weeks after their legendary live record “At Fillmore East” was certified Gold, The Allman Brothers Band suffered the tragic passing of Duane Allman, and the very next year, of bassist Berry Oakley. Despite the losses, Gregg dedicated himself to keeping The Allman Brothers tradition alive, and to this day, the band remains a musical powerhouse, acclaimed both on record and onstage.
In March 2003, the group released their first album in nine years, “Hittin’ The Note” (Peach/Sanctuary) following it up with several U.S. tours throughout 2003-2004. March 2004 marked the release of “One Way Out,” a live album which received unprecedented acclaim.

The first of Allman’s solo projects, “Laid Back,” was released in 1973, the same year that The Allman Brothers Band’s monstrously successful “Brothers & Sisters” topped the album charts. The album’s subtly textured eclectic mix of Rock, Folk, R&B and even Gospel inflections drew rave reviews and instantly put Allman on the map as an accomplished touring solo artist.

Subsequent solo releases included the live “Gregg Allman Tour ’74,” (recorded at Carnegie Hall) and 1977’s “Playin’ Up A Storm,” which also featured the musical artistry of greats Dr. John and Little Feat’s Bill Payne. In 1987 Allman released his second gold album “I’m No Angel,” which generated a #1 radio hit.

Following the release of 1988’s “After The Bullets Fly,” Allman focused his energy on the reformation of the Allman Brother’s Band. His efforts resulted in multiple Grammy nominations and the Band’s induction into the Rock ‘n Roll Hall of Fame.

Having searched for blissful simplicity in life as in art, Allman continues to grow both personally and musically with each generation.

Thursday November 19th - 8:00 PM - $95, $68, $58, $48, $28