Statesboro - A Tribute to The Allman Brothers Band

Reviews

John Lynskey
Resident Historian, The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House
Macon, Georgia

“While there are numerous Allman Brothers Tribute Bands performing out there, like the saying goes, “many are called, but few are chosen” – well, Statesboro is one of the chosen few. Their unique blend of original ABB tradition mixed with personal nuances allows them to stand out above the others.

When Statesboro cranks it up, all you have to do is close your eyes and let the music carry you back to the days of At Fillmore East and Eat a Peach. This isn’t just a tribute band; Statesboro plays with an improvised passion that would make Duane, Gregg, Dickey, Berry, Jaimoe and Butch proud. Be sure to catch Statesboro whenever and wherever you can; you’ll want them to play all night!"

Kirk West
ABB Road Manager and Photographer, Founder of the Allman Brothers Band
Museum at the Big House

"I first saw the Allman Brothers Band in 1970, when I was a 19-year-old kid with a pocket full of goodies, a camera, and a dream. 55 years later, that band and their music made my dream come true. I ended up traveling the world with the ABB, herding the band from gig to gig, and capturing their inner workings through my lens. During that journey, I went to countless cities, encountered lots of fans, and saw too many cover bands. Then I heard Statesboro, and those guys reminded me of what I loved about the original Allman Brothers line-up. They play to honor the music, and to always serve the song. Take it from the Tour Mystic, boys and girls: Statesboro can truly hit the note."

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About the Band

Fronted by the well known and industry respected Jersey shore staple, Arne Wendt on keyboards and lead vocals. This highly sought after musician (Jon Bon Jovi, The Moroccan Sheepherders, Motor City Revue) and countless other acts, brings his powerful and soulful renditions of Gregg Allman’s iconic ‘laid back’ vocal style night after night.

Raised on the classic album, At Fillmore East, Charlie Macarone’s painstakingly precise replication of Duane Allman’s slide work and his own innovative approach, along with the freight train rhythm and power of double drummers Freddie and Pete Macarone form the foundation of the band. Their solid bond as brothers and the music they grew up playing together are a testament to the unyielding love and respect that the Macarone Brothers have for the greatest jam band on earth.

Muddy Shews, another veteran gun for hire, (Southside Johnny, Gary US Bonds, and Billy J Kramer to name a few), drives that freight train on bass guitar flawlessly recreating that Berry Oakley thunder!

No Allman Brothers tribute would be complete without their signature dual lead guitar & harmonies that Rob Chiarappa brings to the band with his own love and respect for the great Dickey Betts, delivering a passionately accurate portrayal of the legendary Ramblin’ Man himself!