Duane Allman
The Allman Brothers Band was founded and led by Howard Duane Allman, who was able to play with his brother, Gregg Allman. Duane was killed in a motorcycle accident in which his internal organs were destroyed. He died while he was only 24 years old. He was noted for his expressive slide guitar playing as well as his improvisational ability on the instrument. The Allman Brothers’ “Live at the Fillmore East” is widely recognized as one of the best live rock CDs ever recorded.
Duane Allman
Paul Kossoff
Paul Kossoff was a highly sought-after guitarist known for his remarkable timing and intricate soloing abilities. He was a guitarist in high demand because of his remarkable timing and complicated ability to solo as a member of the popular band “Free.” Unfortunately, Kossoff began using narcotics at the age of 15. On March 19, 1976, he died of a pulmonary embolism while flying from Los Angeles to New York. When he died, he was only 25 years old.
Paul Kossoff
