Dickey Betts, founding member of The Allman Brothers Band,
found out via fax that he was no welcomed in the band back in 2000. “I received a fax notifying me that I would
not be performing this summer with ABB. It said, 'You have not been performing
well and our shows have been repeatedly disappointing to both us and our fans
as a result.' The implication was that I was suffering from some sort of health
or drug problem. THIS IS TOTALLY, ABSOLUTELY, UNFOUNDED!” Dickey had spent 30
years making music with the band and although it was hard, Dickey kept creating
music on his own.
Like most brilliant musicians, Dickey suffered from an
alcoholism and drug abuse. In 1994, Dickey was unable to tour with the band due
to his problem. Since his last stay at a rehab center in Florida, Dickey has
cleaned himself up. 70 year-old Dickey has continued playing music at his own
pace and enjoys waking up with nothing on his schedule. As for the Allman
Brothers Band, they continue to tour and play at large venues. They have
replaced Dickey with Jimmy Herring, who is almost as good as the original.
Come support Dickey at the Paramount this Saturday, July 27.
He will be performing in the Rock the Blues Summer Jam along with The Fabulous
Thunderbirds, The Dirty Dozen Brass Band & Beverly McClellan. To purchase
tickets go to TicketMaster.com
or visit us at the box office!
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