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My Cross to Bear
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LENGTH10 hrs and 1 min
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RELEASE DATE05-01-12
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Program TypeAudiobook
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Publisher's Summary
Audie Award Nominee, Biography and Memoir, 2013
As one of the greatest rock icons of all time, Gregg Allman has lived it all and then some. For almost 50 years, he's been creating some of the most recognizable songs in American rock, but never before has he paused to reflect on the long road he's traveled. Now, he tells the unflinching story of his life, laying bare the unvarnished truth about his wild ride that has spanned across the years.
The story begins simply: with Gregg and his older brother, Duane, growing up in the South, raising hell with their guitars, and drifting from one band to another. But all that changed when Duane and Gregg came together with four other men to forge something new - a unique sound shaped by soul, rock, and blues and brimming with experimentation; a sound not just of a band, but of a family.
Bringing to life the carefree early days of the Allman Brothers Band, Gregg holds nothing back - from run-ins with the law to meeting girls on the road, from jamming at the Fillmore East to experimenting with drugs. Along the way, he goes behind the scenes of some of greatest rock music ever recorded, without shying away from the infamous and painful deaths of his brother, Duane, and Allman Brothers bassist Berry Oakley. Speaking for the first time about the profound impact that his brother's death had on him, Gregg offers a tribute to Duane that only a younger brother could write, showing how, to this day, he still confronts the grief of losing his big brother, even as Duane continues to guide and inspire him.
Setting the record straight about the band's struggles in the face of death, Gregg shows how the decision to persevere came with a heavy price. While the rock-and-roll excesses of drugs, alcohol, and personality clashes led to a series of breakups that culminated with the band's permanent reunion in 1989, Gregg fought his own battle with substance abuse, going to rehab no less than 11 times and floating through a string of failed marriages, including his tabloid-frenzied relationship with Cher, before finally cleaning up once and for all.
Capturing the Allman Brothers' ongoing, triumphant resurgence as well as his own recent fight against hepatitis C, Gregg presents a story as honest as it is fascinating, providing a glimpse inside one of the most beloved and notorious bands in the history of rock music and demonstrating how, through it all, the road goes on forever.
©2012 Gregg Allman (P)2012 HarperCollinsPublishers
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What Members Say
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"my cross to bear was awesome"
Would you consider the audio edition of My Cross to Bear to be better than the print version?yes it was great to hear. i only wish gregg himself had done the the narration.
What other book might you compare My Cross to Bear to and why?nothing else compares except the phil lesh book on tape...
Which scene was your favorite?all of it. heart warming stories.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?when gregg talked about duane and his last conversation with him.
Any additional comments?this is a must listen. i sat glued to it for 5 hours. the next 5hours was even better.the best 10 hours spent in my life so far.
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"SO great!"
Where does My Cross to Bear rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?If you are any kind of ABB fan you will love this book and the history. I loved everything about it and felt like I was right there with him.
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"One of the best bios I have read in a LONG time"
Would you consider the audio edition of My Cross to Bear to be better than the print version?Didnt read the print version but the reader on the audio version was amazing - sounded just like what I image Mr. Allman to sound like.
What was one of the most memorable moments of My Cross to Bear?All of it
What does Will Patton bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?Felt like I was in the moment and there in the story
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?YES
Any additional comments?Didnt exepct much out of this book but it is hands down one of the best I have "read" this year! Amazing story and history!!
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"Enlightening and entertaining!"
Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?Absolutely would recommend this to anyone who wants to know more about Gregg Allman. My spouse knew some of the folks with the Allman Brothers band and knew most of this history. He was curious how much Gregg would put out there and in my spouse's opinion, Gregg really put it ALL out there.
What did you like best about this story?I shared listening to this with my husband and we enjoyed just talking about the book together. It's just funny and sad and all those things that happen in a real person's life.
Have you listened to any of Will Patton’s other performances before? How does this one compare?No, but he did a great job with this reading and sounded very similar to Gregg.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?When he talks about his attempts to reconcile with his children and does so honestly and sometimes it is heartbreaking - but real.
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william marietta, GA, United States 05-15-12 Member Since 2007- HELPFUL VOTES
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"What a story!!"
Being from the south, who doesn't love The ABB. What a life this guy has lead. I am fascinated he is still alive today. Good for him and his family, I hope he lives a long life and continues to write songs. I would love to hear Dickey Betts side of the story. Will Patton is on his A game as usual.
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Kelly FORT WORTH, TX, United States 05-07-13 Member Since 2009
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"Pleasantly Surprised!"
I was born in 1970, but didn't really find music until the 80's with punk and hair bands, so i wasn't much into the Allman Brothers. I knew a few of their songs, but it was Van Halen and ZZ Top for me back then..
After reading reviews, I was intrigued and gave it a shot. I'm glad I did! This is a super interesting book and gives a real insight to what the music scene was all about back in the 60's and 70's...
I had no idea of the accomplishments of Gregg Allman. There are some really funny stories and all of them are extremely interesting.
You don't need to know much about the Allman Brothers Band to enjoy this book.
As for the narration... Will Patton is one of my very favorite narrators (as well as a great actor). He was the perfect choice for this one.
He really put the soul of Gregg Allman into his narration.0 of 0 people found this review helpful -
"What A Fun Ride This Is!!"
Would you listen to My Cross to Bear again? Why?A life that I would not want to live. But I sure enjoyed reading someone who actually did live this life. Thanks Gregg for the devotion and dedication it takes to tell your life's story. This story explains the cross that great musicians have to bear to write the lyrics and really live the blues.
What was one of the most memorable moments of My Cross to Bear?The Foot Shooting Party. That was unbelievably hilarious.
What about Will Patton’s performance did you like?Will Patton became Gregg Allman.
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"Quite the saga by Gregg Allman"
Would you consider the audio edition of My Cross to Bear to be better than the print version?If you think you know The Allman Brothers from their music, wait there's more in store, way more. Take the opportunity to listen to My Cross to Bear. You will learn about the amazing journey of Gregg Allman. How hardy he is, what he's been through and what he's learned about life, music and surviving.
Its quite the revelation. I can better appreciate his music now. Thanks Gregg for all the lessons you teach us.
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"Enjoyed this book"
Would you listen to My Cross to Bear again? Why?Yes, I truly enjoyed this book and it was special to have Will Patton read it.
Who was your favorite character and why?Mr. Allman seemed to have 'many' lives and is truly a survivor.
Which character – as performed by Will Patton – was your favorite?Mr. Allman's book (I hope) will be turned into a movie. It has the perfect receipe for a very good movie.
Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?The last chapter, his last words, he said he wouldn't live this life over again. Nor would he change anything in his life. Taking responsiblity for one's own actions is truly noble and honest.
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"Great story, perfect pick for narrator"
Would you listen to My Cross to Bear again? Why?the narrator was a great pick for this book, I would listen to it again as it was very entertaining.
Who was your favorite character and why?Gregg Allman
Have you listened to any of Will Patton’s other performances before? How does this one compare?will patton is my favorite narrator, i sometimes pick books just because of his narration.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?made me laugh but nothing extreme
Any additional comments?no
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