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Gregg’s brother, Duane Allman, also one of the band’s founders, called his younger brother “the blues-singingest white boy in the world” — Gregg’s growling vocals, one of the defining elements of the song, proved Duane knew what he was talking about.
It was only during live performances that fans were treated to the full-length epic, clocking in around 23 minutes. Songfacts shared that the band would even improvise to ensure fans were treated to a singular jam. The definitive version of the song was released on the group’s landmark double live album, At Fillmore East, in July 1971, which peaking at No. 13.
Months after the live album’s release, Duane died in a motorcycle accident in October 1971. A year later, Oakley also died in a motorcycle accident. Despite tragedy and loss, the band persevered, putting out hits and carving out their place in the canon of Southern rock. With “Whipping Post” still serving as their signature live showcase, they released the song as a distinct remix on 1973’s Beginnings, which peaked at No. 25.
That enduring pull has been heard in plenty of standout live moments. Our favorite has to be Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit whose fiery 2017 performance at the Beacon Theatre in New York City brought the house down. There’s a reason this song still resonates deeply with so many: It’s magical.
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