The marquee at the Cox Capitol Theatre in Macon, GA on May 27, 2017
Fellow classic rock legends, his ex-wife Cher, and others from the music world are mourning the loss of one of their own, with the news that Allman Brothers Band founding member Gregg Allman died today (May 27) at age 69.
A post on his Facebook page at 4:12 p.m. Eastern time formally announced the news. No cause of death was revealed.
We’re assembling tributes from many musicians who have collaborated with Allman or were simply impacted by his musical contributions.
It is with deep sadness we announce that Gregg Allman, a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band, passed away peacefully at his home pic.twitter.com/8g0pAT3kky
— Allman Brothers Band (@allmanbrothers) May 27, 2017
never forget….gui
❤️chooch pic.twitter.com/q3BWnnNohp— Cher (@cher) May 27, 2017
Rest in peace Greg Allman peace and love to all the family 😎✌️🌟💖🎶🎵🎶🎵☮️🌺🌹
— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) May 27, 2017
So sad to hear Gregg Allman passed away I admire him so much & had the honour of jamming wth him recently. A gentle soul with so much soul.
— Peter Frampton (@peterframpton) May 27, 2017
So sad to hear about Gregg Allman passing – a great musician. Love & Mercy, Brian
— Brian Wilson (@BrianWilsonLive) May 27, 2017
He showed me his tattoos… his voice…. his soul. #GreggAllman pic.twitter.com/pGhgyhjcMV
— Melissa Etheridge (@metheridge) May 27, 2017
RIP- Greg Allman, legend and friend🙏🏻 The music world will miss your soulful presence🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/MKMNswinsb
— Jonathan Cain (@TheJonathanCain) May 27, 2017
My first concert in 1983 was Gregg Allman. I am so very saddened to hear of Gregg’s passing today. One of a kind voice and musician.
— JOE BONAMASSA (@JBONAMASSA) May 27, 2017
My heart breaks today at the passing of soul brutha Gregg Allman. Blessings and peace to all the Allman family. – KU
— Keith Urban (@KeithUrban) May 27, 2017
The Mercer community mourns the passing of Honorary Alumnus Gregg Allman. Thoughts and prayers to Dr. Allman’s family. pic.twitter.com/p2rp9p5XmS
— Mercer University (@MercerYou) May 27, 2017
#GreggAllman. pic.twitter.com/SYCMF3Vlds
— Bob Seger (@BobSeger) May 27, 2017
Gregg Allman’s death leaves a hole in our hearts…Our sincere condolences go those closest to Gregg. Rest in peace, dear friend. pic.twitter.com/pPYanu2KmF
— The Doobie Brothers (@TheDoobieBros) May 27, 2017
Billy F Gibbons: “The sudden passing of Gregg Allman leaves us at a loss yet, at the same time, we stand alongside the millions thankful that Gregg was in our lives. Gregg was, of course, a brilliant and intuitive player with a depth of soul reflected in his works in a truly moving manner. Brother Gregg was generous with his talent, his spirit and, of course, his great voice. We were fortunate enough to have been touched by him and those moments remain treasured encounters. Some truly positive, uplifting experiences. Gregg will be remembered as someone who made a big difference in the lives of many and whose sonic legacy continues that memorable course.”
Charlie Daniels: “Gregg Allman had a feeling for the blues very few ever have. Hard to believe that magnificent voice is stilled forever.”
The Beacon Theatre, NYC. So many memories… pic.twitter.com/MsYAvUuK4W
— Allman Brothers Band (@allmanbrothers) May 28, 2017
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Jump into a conversationRest in Peace with your 2 brothers and the rest of you family and loved ones who’ve gone before you. Condolences to all you’ve had to leave behind. We love and will miss you…
An amazing soulful person never got to meet but felt he was a brother through his music condolences to all family and also to all that loved the man and the music R.I.P. Gregg
I just found this site today by mistake. Must have been a message from Gregg. I never got to see (I don’t think I did) but I have a ton of your ALBUMS. Rest in Peace SIR and my love to all your family.