Jaimoe

American drummer for the Allman Brothers Band

Jaimoe - American drummer for the Allman Brothers Band
Born

July 8th, 1944
81 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A drummer born in 1944 contributed significantly to the Southern rock genre. Co-founded the Allman Brothers Band in 1969, which became renowned for its improvisational style and blending of rock, blues, and jazz. The band released several influential albums, including 'At Fillmore East', which is often regarded as one of the greatest live albums in rock history. Throughout the 1970s, played a pivotal role in the band’s success, participating in their signature sound characterized by dual lead guitars and extended jam sessions. Continued to perform with the band through various iterations over the decades.

Co-founded the Allman Brothers Band

Contributed to the album 'At Fillmore East'

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