Allman, Duane - Song Of The South: Duane Allman And The Rise Of The Allman Brothers

Song From A Favorite Son
If you're a fan of Duane Allman and the Allman Brothers, "Song Of The South"is a revelation for several reasons-for years we've been listening to Duane's recordings, and we get to hear from the people who actually recorded him. We're also treated to plenty of never before seen photos and parts of a 1970 interview from the man himself.

This film covers Duane's career from he and his brother Gregg's band the Escorts, and particular attention is paid to his studio work before and during his time with the Allman Brothers Band. Muscle Shoals guitarist Jimmy Johnson is given ample face time, recalling Duane's lead guitar work on Wilson Pickett's version of "Hey, Jude". This was the recording that caught the attention of so many industry heavyweights, securing his stock early in his career. Musicians Paul Hornsby and Pete Carr, respected musicians themselves discuss Duane's growth during this time, and they're still in awe over forty years later.

Narrator Thomas Arnold...

A superb documentary worthy of its subject
In `Song of the South' we at last have a documentary worthy of its subject, telling in some detail the tragically short story of the life of Duane Allman. The film gives a blow by blow account of Duane's entire career, starting at High School playing in local covers bands, where we are introduced to some of his earliest friends and band mates. Over the next two hours we follow him through the numerous line ups of The Allman Joys, The Hour Glass, and eventually of course The Allman Brothers and his sessions with Eric Clapton. We meet the key musicians and producers who worked alongside him at every stage and each of them speaks at length about Duane's extraordinary talent. For my money the most insightful and touching comments come from Willie Perkins, the ABB tour manager who lived and worked alongside the band from 70-76.

At every stage of the film the viewer is presented with recordings of Duane's music and rare footage of his performances. The narrative of the film is...

Movie on the life of Duane Allman
I just got my copy through the Hittin the Note website. Great movie on Duane Allman. Finally his life story is told in a movie format. Interesting and new feedback from people who knew him. This is a keeper.

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