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In a way, Playin' Up a Storm doesn't really highlight Gregg Allman's strengths, since it's a little smoother and soul-inflected than his work with the Allman Brothers. Then again, that's not a problem; after all, why make a solo album that's exactly like your full-time gig? Consequently, Playin' Up a Storm is a well-made, expertly performed set of blues-rock, soul-pop, and straight-ahead rock & roll. There aren't any true classics here, but the thing that makes it one of Allman's best solo efforts is the terrific performances. Not only is he in fine voice, delivering each song with conviction, but his supporting band -- featuring such luminaries as Dr. John and Bill Payne -- is sterling. All the grooves are in the pocket, the sound is enticing, and the overall effect is just right. Not an earth-shattering record, but it will please true Allman fans. ~ Stephen Thomas Erlewine
All tracks have been digitally remastered.
Recorded at Warner Brothers Recording Studios, North Hollywood, California.
Gregg Allman Band: Gregg Allman (acoustic guitar, piano, organ); Ricky Hirsch (acoustic, electric & slide guitars); Steve Beckmeier, John Hug (electric guitar); Neil Larsen (piano, Fender Rhodes piano, synthesizer); Willie Weeks (bass); Bill Stewart (drums).
Additional personnel: Dave Luell (tenor saxophone); Steve Madaio, Pat Rizzo (horns); Mac "Dr. John" Rebennack (piano, clavinet); Bill Payne (synthesizer); Fred Beckmeier, George "Red" Callender (bass); Milt Holland, Victor Feldman (percussion); Clydie King, Sherlie Matthews, Venetta Fields (background vocals).
Remastered Playin' Up A Storm Music | List Price | $7.98 (You save $1.69) | | Category | Rock Albums, Pop CDs, Rock/Pop, Southern Rock | | Label | Universal Special Products | | Orig Year | 1977 | | All Time Sales Rank |  9613  | | CD Universe Part number | 1818633 | | Catalog number | 831942 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | May 01, 2001 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | Lenny Waronker; Russ Titelman | | Engineer | Lee Herschberg; Lloyd Clifft | | Recording Time | 35 minutes | | Personnel | Victor Feldman, Bill Payne, Clydie King, Milt Holland, Venetta Fields, Steve Madaio, Sherlie Matthews, Mac "Dr. John" Rebennack, Pat Rizzo, Dave Luell, Fred Beckmeier, Red Callender | | Additional Info | Remastered |
Gregg Allman Playin' Up A Storm Songs Playin' Up A Storm Music Review Average Rating: (4.3 out of 5 stars)   Easily one of my favorite albums of all time!!!!!!
I first heard this recording on vinyl back in the late 70's. I also had it on 8 track and later on cassette. It was blues, it was jazz, it was rock n roll. It was different. Still to this day, I can put this CD on at a party or at work, and everyone wants to know who it is and where they can get it. It's so laid, back yet energetic. It's not a 70's sort of thing. This recording is timeless. This is Gregg Allman at his best. Most people who never liked Gregg or the Allman Brothers can't believe what they are hearing. I would recommend this CD to anyone who wants to kick back and escape.
Submitted by dondrum (Louisiana) 
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 Gregg has never sounded better!
This is an great album that is often overlooked. It does not have the blazing guitars of an Allman Brothers record and it has a slicker sound than Gregg's masterpiece, "Laid Back"- but it is a great R'B soaked album with a very uptown sound. Gregg has never sounded better.
Submitted by Maurice (Doraville, GA, USA)
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 The Best
Simply the Best of Gregg
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storm
everybody needs this album. it is the essence of cool.
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