Slash surprised fans by joining the Allman Betts Family Revival for a tribute to the Allman Brothers Band. The performance featured a series of classic Allman Brothers songs, with Slash's bluesy guitar solos stealing the show.
The Guns N’ Roses guitarist appeared for a trio of performances: Trouble No More, Dreams, and Whipping Post. Each showed off Slash ’s innate blues playing, but it was his solo on Dreams that had the crowd mesmerized. Playing a goldtop Les Paul — the entire night was heavy on Gibsons — Slash coaxed out a series of glistening, at times weepy notes from the instrument before propping the guitar onto his knee and unleashing a blues-rock run for the ages.
The sons of Gregg Allman and Dickey Betts, respectively, the Allman Betts Family Revival is expert in recreating the timeless songs of the Allmans. They also curate a mean guest list: Along with Slash and Randolph, the evening included Wet Willie’s Jimmy Hall, mandolinist Sierra Hull, ukulele master Jake Shimabukuro, Nashville guitar prodigy Grace Bowers, bluegrass singer Lindsay Lou, and Grammy-nominated Americana singer-songwriter. “It’s a kind of family reunion. We get to see everyone and celebrate one of the best songbooks in rock & roll.” As for landing Slash on the bill, Allman said he was simply “free and into it.” The GNR co-founder’s new blues album didn’t hurt. “I think he’s wanting to jump into some circles that are a little more blues-oriented,” Allman said. “We’re just happy to have him.
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