R.I.P. Gregory LeNoir Allman December 8, 1947 – May 27, 2017

Gregory LeNoir Allman
December 8, 1947 – May 27, 2017

This is from his official FB-Page:

"It is with deep sadness that we announce that Gregg Allman, a founding member of The Allman Brothers Band, passed away peacefully at his home in Savannah, Georgia.

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Gregg struggled with many health issues over the past several years. During that time, Gregg considered being on the road playing music with his brothers and solo band for his beloved fans, essential medicine for his soul. Playing music lifted him up and kept him going during the toughest of times.

Gregg’s long time manager and close friend, Michael Lehman said, “I have lost a dear friend and the world has lost a brilliant pioneer in music. He was a kind and gentle soul with the best laugh I ever heard. His love for his family and bandmates was passionate as was the love he had for his extraordinary fans. Gregg was an incredible partner and an even better friend. We will all miss him.”

Gregg is survived by his wife, Shannon Allman, his children, Devon, Elijah Blue, Delilah Island Kurtom and Layla Brooklyn Allman; 3 grandchildren, his niece, Galadrielle Allman, lifelong friend Chank Middleton, and a large extended family. The family will release a statement soon, but for now ask for privacy during this very difficult time."

Snakecharmer Tour Dates 2017 (UK)

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2017

MAI14

O2 Academy - Islington, London So 19:00 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

O2 Academy Islington London, England, United Kingdom

MAI18

O2 ABC2 - Glasgow Do 18:30 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

ABC Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

MAI19

O2 Academy 2 - Newcastle Fr 19:00 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

O2 Academy Newcastle Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

MAI20

Alva - Scotland Sa 19:00 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

MAI24

Guild Hall - Preston 24. Mai - 25. Mai · von Snakecharmer

Preston Guild Hall - Events & Catering Preston, England, United Kingdom

MAI25

The Stables - Milton Keynes Do 19:00 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

The Stables, Milton Keynes

MAI26

Cheese & Grain - Frome Fr 19:00 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

Cheese and Grain, Frome Frome, England, United Kingdom

MAI27

Picturedrome - Holmfirth Sa 19:00 UTC+01 · von Snakecharmer

The Picturedrome, Holmfirth Holmfirth, England, United Kingdom

Chris Ousey - lead vocals 
Micky Moody - guitar, slide guitar, vocals
Laurie Wisefield - guitar, vocals
Adam Wakeman - keyboards, vocals
Neil Murray - bass
Harry James - drums, vocals

Snakecharmer’s sophomore album, Second Skin, will be released on May 12th.
The British hard rock supergroup was originally founded in 2011 by former Whitesnake/David Coverdale members Micky Moody and Neil Murray along with the perfect mix of high calibre musicians including Laurie Wisefield (Wishbone Ash), Harry James (Thunder, Magnum), Adam Wakeman (Ozzy Osbourne, Black Sabbath live), and Chris Ousey (Heartland).
The band’s debut self-titled album was released in 2013 and musically the record showed a finely crafted hard rock style mixed with blues and melodic overtones, akin to Micky and Neil's former band and Bad Company, with hints of early Foreigner as well.
Snakecharmer played live shows regularly in support of the album’s release and built a solid fanbase in the UK and Europe. In 2016, Moody left the band and was replaced by the Irish-born Simon McBride on lead guitar.
Second Skin is the hotly anticipated second effort from Snakecharmer and brings the listener straight back to the good old days of real rock n' roll played with heart and soul. Slightly harder edged compared to the debut, but with roots still firmly planted in the classic hard rock vibe with a hint of late '70s AOR, this new record sounds fresh and crisp.
Bassist Neil Murray says: “It’s been a rather long journey, but finally I’m very pleased to announce that Snakecharmer are soon to release our new album, Second Skin. The band has now found its own unique musical identity and in particular Laurie Wisefield and Chris Ousey have contributed some very powerful and melodic songs, which still have the Snakecharmer blues-rock distinctive trademarks. The band works in a very democratic and collaborative way, which means that sometimes there is a lot of discussion before decisions are finally made, and it was great to have a more objective viewpoint from producer Gary Stevenson, who also fired the band up with his ideas, enthusiasm and sonic skills. We can’t wait to get out on tour and play some of the new songs, together with the best of our established classics, both Snakecharmer and Whitesnake, and showcase our new virtuoso guitarist, the brilliant Simon McBride.”

BRUCE/GRAND FUNK RAILROAD TOUR DATES 2017 (USA/AUSTRALIA)

Spring is here and my schedule is busy with new music to share, many live shows, clinics, expos and international travel! Grand Funk has been getting very busy, with travels all over the country, and I will be at the KISS expo in Indy on April 15th (http://tinyurl.com/n2qgolv), a huge guitar festival in Tacoma, WA, on April 30th (http://tinyurl.com/lmxyphp), and I am very excited to announce a tour of Australia beginning on May 12th and running through May 22nd. It will start with a two day KISS expo in Melbourne, and then I will hit the road to do shows. Read more about my busy spring here: http://www.kulick.net/message.shtml

Grand Funk Tour Dates

Members:

Bruce Kulick

Mel Schacher

Don Brewer

Max Carl

Tim Cashion

05/07/17 - Party In The Park, Cocoa Beach, FL

05/27/17 - H Lounge - Hollywood Casino, Columbus, OH

06/02/17 - Ohio Bike Week, Sandusky, OH

06/03/17 - Meadows Racetrack, Washington, PA

06/24/17 - Prairie Band Casino & Resort, Mayetta, KS

07/01/17 - Haynes Apperson Festival, Kokomo, IN

07/02/17 - Ellicottville Music Festival, Ellicottville, NY

07/03/17 - Bicentennial Park, Baytown, TX

07/08/17 - Greenville Lions Park, Greenville, WI

07/22/17 - Pendleton Bike Week, Pendleton, OR

07/28/17 - Iowa Speedway, Newton, IA

07/29/17 - Frontier City Theme Park, Oklahoma City, OK

08/04/17 - Kalamazoo Ribfest, Kalamazoo, MI

08/10/17 - Tillamook County Fair, Tillamook, OR

08/12/17 - The Mansion Theatre, Branson, MO

08/19/17 - Northwest Ohio Rib-Off, Maumee, OH

08/20/17 - Trails West Festival, St. Joseph, MO

08/26/17 - Lincoln State Park Amphitheatre, Lincoln City, IN

09/16/17 - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, Biloxi, MS

09/30/17 - Northern Edge Navajo Casino, Farmington, NM