Passing of Dickey Betts, Co-Founder of Allman Brothers Band

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Guitar legend Dickey Betts, co-founder of the Allman Brothers Band and writer of 'Ramblin' Man,' has passed away at 80 after battling cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He was surrounded by family and left a lasting legacy in Southern rock music.

Key Points

  • Co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and helped create the genre of Southern rock
  • Influenced by blues, country, R&B, and jazz, the Allmans combined these genres with rock
  • Had a tumultuous history with the band, including clashes and substance abuse issues
  • Inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1995 and received a Lifetime Achievement Grammy Award in 2012

Pros

  • Dickey Betts was a pioneering figure in Southern rock music
  • He co-founded the Allman Brothers Band and wrote their biggest hit 'Ramblin' Man'
  • His guitar playing and songwriting influenced many artists in the music industry

Cons

  • Betts battled cancer and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease before his passing