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Experience pure Southern blues-rock power! In 1981, The Allman Brothers Band took the stage at the legendary Capitol Theatre (Passaic, NJ) and delivered a scorching live rendition of their classic hit, "One Way Out."
Featuring blistering lead guitar work, Gregg Allman’s soulful, raw vocals, and the band's trademark dual-drumming rhythm section, this performance captures the unmatched live energy and improvisation that made the Allmans legendary.
The Lineup:
🎤 Gregg Allman - Vocals & Organ
🎸 Dickey Betts - Lead Guitar & Vocals
🎸 "Dangerous" Dan Toler - Guitar
🎸 David "Rook" Goldflies - Bass
🥁 Butch Trucks - Drums
🥁 David "Frankie" Toler - Drums
🎹 Mike Lawler - Keyboards & Synthesize
3 Fast Facts About The Video
• A Capitol Theatre Anniversary Celebration: The December 16, 1981 show served as a headline performance for the Capitol Theatre’s 10th Anniversary celebration. The iconic Passaic, New Jersey venue was legendary for pioneering its own high-quality in-house, multi-camera video recording system, which preserved this concert footage for history.
• The "Brothers of the Road" Era Lineup: This show captured a distinct transitional era for the band during their post-reunion tour for the album Brothers of the Road. It featured the Toler brothers—"Dangerous" Dan Toler on guitar and Frankie Toler on drums—along with Mike Lawler on keyboards, who brought a unique 1980s texture alongside Gregg Allman.
• The Blues Roots of "One Way Out": Though "One Way Out" became a staple anthem for the Allman Brothers (immortalized on their landmark 1972 album Eat a Peach), it was actually written and originally recorded by blues legends Sonny Boy Williamson II and Elmore James.
Relive the greatest moments in rock history with Wolfgang's Classic Rock — your exclusive Music Vault destination for legendary performances, full concerts, rare footage, and timeless anthems from the pioneers of classic rock.
From electrifying festival sets to deep-cut live recordings, explore the energy, rebellion, and unforgettable sound that defined generations. Whether it's guitar legends, iconic bands, or historic concerts, find it all here — preserved for true rock fans.
#AllmanBrothersBand #BluesRockClassic #ClassicRockLive #70sRock
Experience pure Southern blues-rock power! In 1981, The Allman Brothers Band took the stage at the legendary Capitol Theatre (Passaic, NJ) and delivered a scorching live rendition of their classic hit, "One Way Out."
Featuring blistering lead guitar work, Gregg Allman’s soulful, raw vocals, and the band's trademark dual-drumming rhythm section, this performance captures the unmatched live energy and improvisation that made the Allmans legendary.
The Lineup:
🎤 Gregg Allman - Vocals & Organ
🎸 Dickey Betts - Lead Guitar & Vocals
🎸 "Dangerous" Dan Toler - Guitar
🎸 David "Rook" Goldflies - Bass
🥁 Butch Trucks - Drums
🥁 David "Frankie" Toler - Drums
🎹 Mike Lawler - Keyboards & Synthesize
3 Fast Facts About The Video
• A Capitol Theatre Anniversary Celebration: The December 16, 1981 show served as a headline performance for the Capitol Theatre’s 10th Anniversary celebration. The iconic Passaic, New Jersey venue was legendary for pioneering its own high-quality in-house, multi-camera video recording system, which preserved this concert footage for history.
• The "Brothers of the Road" Era Lineup: This show captured a distinct transitional era for the band during their post-reunion tour for the album Brothers of the Road. It featured the Toler brothers—"Dangerous" Dan Toler on guitar and Frankie Toler on drums—along with Mike Lawler on keyboards, who brought a unique 1980s texture alongside Gregg Allman.
• The Blues Roots of "One Way Out": Though "One Way Out" became a staple anthem for the Allman Brothers (immortalized on their landmark 1972 album Eat a Peach), it was actually written and originally recorded by blues legends Sonny Boy Williamson II and Elmore James.
Relive the greatest moments in rock history with Wolfgang's Classic Rock — your exclusive Music Vault destination for legendary performances, full concerts, rare footage, and timeless anthems from the pioneers of classic rock.
From electrifying festival sets to deep-cut live recordings, explore the energy, rebellion, and unforgettable sound that defined generations. Whether it's guitar legends, iconic bands, or historic concerts, find it all here — preserved for true rock fans.
#AllmanBrothersBand #BluesRockClassic #ClassicRockLive #70sRock
