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A Tribute to Gregg Allman feat: Michael Allman (son), Duane Betts (Dickey Betts) and Jeff Pitchell with Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel

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Norfolk

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Fri, August 04, 2017
Norfolk, CT
Show: 8 PM

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Member Presale: 5/1/17 06 AM
Public Onsale: 5/4/17 06 AM

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Rock

Come join us in celebrating the music of two of the most influential Blues and Southern Rock artists to ever play: Gregg Allman and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Performing for the night is Gregg’s son – Michael, Dickie Betts’ son Duane, and home state legend, blues guitar master – Jeff Pitchell. This will make for quite a special show.

Michael Allman

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Artist Bio

Michael Allman was born and raised in Daytona Beach, Florida. He is lead vocalist and frontman to the Michael Allman Band. Even though Michael looks and sounds very similar to his father, Gregg Allman, he has his own distinctive style of Blues and Rock.Touring all over the country, Michael is spreading his family’s blend of roots, rock and blues. “I’m a singer and a gypsy who needs to fly another way,” Allman says, quoting lyrics from his song, “It Ain’t Me”.

Michael performs his original songs from his album, Hard Labor Creek, such as “If Dreams Were Money” and “Mule Named Whiskey” as well as covering songs from The Allman Brothers Band.Allman’s half-siblings are Layla Brooklyn Allman, whose band Picture Me Broken won a regional breakout artist competition as part of the 2009 MTV Video Music Awards; Devon Allman, who heads the band Honeytribe and Royal Southern Brotherhood, and Elijah Blue, son of Cher, singer and guitarist for the rock band Deadsy.

Michael’s dad is legendary rocker, Gregg Allman, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, rock and blues singer-songwriter, keyboardist, guitarist, and a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band.

Duane Betts & Palmetto Motel

Duane Betts ignites and brings an evolution to the Southern rock tradition. With a fiery legacy forged by his father, the legendary Dickey Betts, the second generation musician infuses it with his own soul-stirring blend of blues, raw passion, and six-string mastery. Backed by his band, Palmetto Motel, Betts delivers a dynamic live show filled with searing guitar solos, heartfelt storytelling, and a mix of classic influences with fresh energy. Fans can expect a blend of roots rock, blues, and some improvisational jamming, creating an electrifying yet deeply authentic experience. With top-tier musicianship, a connection to rock ‘n’ roll history, and the desire to make every performance a true experience, a Palmetto Motel show is an unforgettable journey that no music lover should miss.

Palmetto Motel is…

Johnny Stachela (guitar, vocals)

Pedro Arevalo (bass, vocals)

Vincent Fossett Jr. (drums)

Max Butler (B-3 organ)

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Jeff Pitchell

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Jeff Pitchell is an internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor. Blending Stevie Ray Vaughan, B.B. King, and Jimi Hendrix with his own soulful chops, Jeff has won numerous national and international awards for “Best Singer,” “Best Songwriter,” “Best Guitarist,” “Best Blues Show,” and “Best Band.” His original song Eye for an Eye won an International Songwriting Contest and was recently recorded by the legendary John Mayall.
Jeff has shared the stage with music icons including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Bo Diddley, Ted Nugent, Phil Lesh of the Grateful Dead, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame nominee J. Geils, Gregg Allman, Warren Haynes, Kenny Wayne Shepherd, Derek Trucks, Susan Tedeschi, Elvin Bishop, and Larry Hoppen.
Some of his career highlights include:
· Being inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame.
· His last two albums, Playing With My Friends and Browneyed Blues, both hit #1 for 12 consecutive weeks on the Roots Electric Blues Charts worldwide.
· Releasing seven studio albums, including Heavy Hitter (Pyramid Records/EMI), which reached #7 on the National Billboard Charts and remained there for 12 weeks.
· Performing with the Allman Brothers Band in NYC to a sold-out Beacon Theatre. The performance was later released by the Allman Brothers and included collaborations with J. Geils, Rick Derringer, and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Dave Mason
· Recording in studio with legendary artists such as Rick Derringer, Clarence Clemons, Dave Mason, and James Cotton, as well as Grammy winner Charles Neville.
· Writing the soundtrack for the James Woods-produced filmAmerican Girl.
· Achieving international acclaim and being invited to join The Commitments as a special guest during a European tour.
· Performing God Bless America at Fenway Park for the Boston Red Sox
Jeff has performed in tribute lineups with members of Stevie Ray Vaughan’s Double Trouble, Bad Company, Blue Öyster Cult, and more. His touring revue, The Legends Live On!, features artists tied to musical royalty including Michael Allman (son of Gregg Allman), Claudette King (daughter of B.B. King), Sheila Raye Charles (daughter of Ray Charles), and Grammy winner Charles Neville.