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There has never been a better showcase for improvisational rock than this 1971 concert recording, and few (if any) live rock albums are in its rank. With only two studio albums (and plenty of touring) under their belt, the Georgia sextet tore into the Fillmore East with road-tested buoyancy. Titanic guitarist Duane Allman was at the peak of his powers, pushing his foil, Dickey Betts, to unsurpassed peaks. Vocalist-keyboardist Gregg Allman would have been a star in any other setting; here he's merely one more component in a brilliant ensemble. Duane Allman died shortly after At Fillmore East shipped, and the Brothers haven't scaled such heights since. But, then, neither has anyone else. --Steven Stolder
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| 169 of 176 people found the following review helpful  Best musicianship in rock history, By This review is from: At Fillmore East (Audio CD) The Allman Brothers were master musicians, everyone well agrees. They wrote good enough songs, but their studio albums are for the most part quite good but not spectacular. There are a few occasions when they open up instrumentally, like in "Mountain Jam," and within limits on some shorter songs, but basic song structures are more the thing. However, there was that time at Fillmore East...The songs on this CD, only seven, were originally in an album released as a double LP. Two of the tracks were long enough to each take up an entire LP side. Gregg Allman on keyboards, Dickie Betts on guitar, Berry Oakley on bass, Butch Trucks and Jaimoe Jai Johanny on percussion, do they ever jam and solo. And a man named Duane Allman, on guitar. I sometimes wonder if you sat down 1,000 people who had never heard this CD, played it for them, and asked them afterward whether they think Duane was a mere mortal, would any vote yes? Actually, my case is more rudimentary. I need only listen to... Read more 100 of 105 people found the following review helpful Oh my god!!! Everyone must have this!, By This review is from: At Fillmore East (Audio CD) I got this album strictly out of curiosity. I was always *afraid* of The Allman Brothers Band because I thought of them as some ordinary Southern rock band (WRONG WRONG WRONG!!!). But after seeing this album rank in the VH1 "100 Greatest Rock and Roll Albums" list, and hearing what was said about it, I figured I'd at least like it. Talk about exceeding expectations! And having a life-altering experience! Let's just say that my dreams of being a guitar god or being part of a extraordinary team of players is pretty much out the window. These guys put those to rest. Their gifts are pure, natural, and out of this world. But I thank them for giving me this. I can't say anything more than what's been said. It's absolutely brilliant, breathtaking, and entrancing for its full 1 hour, 18 minutes, and 36 seconds. It is the most amazing blend of rock, blues, and jazz I've ever heard. The musicianship here is probably unparalleled in the history of rock music. And these guys played with the... Read more 61 of 63 people found the following review helpful A must for any live music collection., By A Customer This review is from: At Fillmore East (Audio CD) I just wanted to share with the reader an additional testament to this fine recording. I have just recently bought my third copy (first in CD). While fellow reviewers are correct in spotlighting the guitarists' (Duane Allman and Dicky Betts)artfulness and composure during these blazing, 20- to 40-minute cuts, and Gregg's wonderful vocals and organ undercurrents, the album contains absolutely bracing jams throughout the collection with the group as a whole. Each time I single out one cut as a favorite, subtle and timely flavors from an unexpected piece come suddenly through. The mood is always steady, purposeful and synchronized, and the listener --every time he or she returns to the double album set--is ready to go, and eagerly in it for the long-haul. There is more to say about the bass and drum work of Jai Johnny Johannsen, Butch Trucks and Berry Oakley--basically they were the tightest rock and blues band I've ever heard, bar none, and they were physically... Read more |
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