Back in Time Today
Everyone knows “Ramblin’ Man,” “Jessica,” and “Whipping Post.” But if you dig a little deeper into the Allman Brothers Band’s rich catalog, you’ll uncover tracks that rival—or even outshine—their biggest hits. Here are 17 underrated songs every fan should know.
1. Ain’t Wastin’ Time No More
A soulful blend of reflection and resilience, this track hits hard emotionally, especially in the wake of Duane Allman’s death. It’s bluesy, bold, and beautifully composed.
2. Come and Go Blues
Gregg Allman’s raw vocals shine on this melancholy tune. It’s one of their most emotionally layered songs, and criminally overlooked.
3. Pony Boy
Acoustic and rootsy, this track closes Brothers and Sisters with a surprising country-blues vibe that showcases their versatility.
4. Please Call Home
A slow, soulful burner that showcases Gregg’s ability to pour pain into melody. A perfect example of Southern soul-meets-blues.
5. High Falls
An instrumental masterpiece that deserves as much love as “Jessica.” At 14 minutes long, it’s a sonic journey with soaring guitar harmonies and jazzy rhythms.
6. Black Hearted Woman
Raw and rowdy, this song channels pure energy with searing slide guitar. Early Allman Brothers at their most unfiltered.
7. Desdemona
From the Hittin’ the Note album, this jazzy, blues-infused track proves the band never lost their touch. Warren Haynes and Derek Trucks are electric here.
8. Blue Sky (Live Versions)
The studio version is sweet, but live versions transform it into a jam-band staple, with extended solos that elevate it to classic status.
9. Midnight Rider (Gregg Solo, 1973)
While technically a solo effort, Gregg’s version strips things down and brings rawness that the full-band recording doesn’t quite capture.
10. Stormy Monday (Live at Fillmore East)
Their rendition of this T-Bone Walker blues classic is spellbinding. Duane and Dickey trade licks like nobody else.
11. Melissa (Live Acoustic Versions)
Everyone knows the studio cut, but acoustic versions bring new depth to this sweet Southern ballad. Stripped back, it hits even harder.
12. It’s Not My Cross to Bear
A gritty, slow-blues number with soulful vocals and a heavy groove. It shows just how deep their blues roots run.
13. Sailin’ ‘Cross the Devil’s Sea
This underrated ‘90s track has bite and a swampy Southern-rock edge that’s impossible to resist.
14. Revival
Often overshadowed by other tracks on Idlewild South, this gospel-flavored anthem is pure joy—upbeat, infectious, and uplifting.
15. Dreams
A psychedelic blues epic with one of the best guitar solos Duane ever recorded. Haunting and hypnotic.
16. End of the Line
From Shades of Two Worlds, this track showcases the post-Dickey Betts lineup’s strength. It rocks hard with killer vocals and tight instrumentation.
17. Back Where It All Begins
A lengthy jam that builds into one of the most rewarding grooves the band ever laid down. Think “Jessica,” but even more expansive.