Allman Brothers Band Announces Retirement After December 2024 Live Performance
November 22, 2024 – New York, NY – Legendary rock band the Allman Brothers Band has announced that they will officially retire following their highly anticipated live performance in December 2024. After over five decades of influencing the world of Southern rock, blues, and jam band music, the group will play their final concert, marking the end of an era for the iconic band.
The band made the announcement earlier this week via a heartfelt statement on their official website, expressing their gratitude to their fans and reflecting on the remarkable journey they’ve had since their formation in 1969. Known for hits like “Ramblin’ Man,” “Whipping Post,” and “Midnight Rider,” the Allman Brothers Band became pioneers in fusing rock with blues, jazz, and country influences, shaping the musical landscape for generations to come.
In their statement, the band shared, “After much consideration and reflection, we’ve decided that our upcoming show in December will be our final performance. It’s been an incredible ride, and we’ve loved every moment of playing together and sharing our music with the world. We couldn’t have done it without the unwavering support of our fans. Thank you for being a part of this extraordinary journey.”
The December 2024 concert, which is expected to take place in the band’s hometown of Macon, Georgia, will serve as both a celebration and a final farewell. The band has promised a special setlist, including some of their most beloved songs and surprises for long-time fans. This will be the Allman Brothers Band’s first full-scale live performance since their last official tour in 2014, with various members continuing to perform in side projects over the years.
Though the band’s lineup has changed over the years due to the tragic deaths of founding members Duane Allman and Berry Oakley, as well as other personnel shifts, the core of the band remained committed to keeping their legacy alive. Drummer Butch Trucks and guitarist Gregg Allman, who both passed away in 2017 and 2018, respectively, are still remembered as integral parts of the band’s history. Current members, including guitarist Derek Trucks and bassist Oteil Burbridge, have promised to honor the band’s past while moving forward with their own musical endeavors.
The Allman Brothers Band’s retirement is bittersweet for music fans worldwide. They leave behind a profound legacy, having influenced countless artists and been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995. Their impact on rock, blues, and improvisational music remains undeniable.
Tickets for their final performance in December are expected to go on sale later this month, with fans eagerly anticipating what will undoubtedly be an emotional and historic send-off for the band that has given so much to music and culture.
