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Thorough Guide To Derek Trucks
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Out of the MadnessOut of the Madness by The Derek Trucks Band
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(1998) This is a great intro to the guitarist. Warren Haynes (Gov't Mule) sings and plays guitar on several tracks. Grade: A-
Joyful NoiseJoyful Noise by The Derek Trucks Band
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(2002) Very eclectic. A wonderful album. Grade: A
SonglinesSonglines by The Derek Trucks Band
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(2006) The first studio album with Mike Mattison, a very talented and soulful singer reminiscent of Bill Withers. More of a stylistic fusion than his other albums, everything just melds together. Grade: A
Soul SerenadeSoul Serenade by The Derek Trucks Band
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(2003) More of an EP, but still a good album. The sound has a live, stripped back feel. Gregg Allman sings on one track. Grade: A-
The Derek Trucks BandThe Derek Trucks Band by Derek Trucks Band
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(1997) Derek's once hard-to-find first album. It's jazzier than the rest, with a somewhat glossy production quality. Grade: B+
Live at Georgia TheatreLive at Georgia Theatre by The Derek Trucks Band
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(2004) Awesome two-disc live album with Mike Mattison. The recording is a little quiet to my ears, but it is a blistering performance none-the-less. P.S. I bought this from the Epic web site for cheaper. Grade: A
Hittin' the NoteHittin' the Note by Allman Brothers Band
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(2003) Derek and Warren Haynes share guitar duties for this new incarnation of an old band. This is the best release from this band since "Where It All Begins". Grade: A
One Way OutOne Way Out by The Allman Brothers Band
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(2004) Inspired two-disc live album. Grade: A-
Already FreeAlready Free by The Derek Trucks Band
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(2009) A song-oriented album, with less jamming. A light and relaxed mood. Grade: B
The Derek Trucks Band - Songlines Live!The Derek Trucks Band - Songlines Live!
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(2006) AMAZING DVD!! Buy it! Grade: A+
Wait for MeWait for Me by Susan Tedeschi
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(2002) Derek's wife and a great singer. Derek plays on three songs, his band plays on two. Grade: A-
Hope and DesireHope and Desire by Susan Tedeschi
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(2005) Derek plays on two songs. Grade: B+
Back To The RiverBack To The River by Susan Tedeschi
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(2008) Derek plays and produces on this one. Some decent rocking numbers. A bit disappointing though. Grade: B
Searching for SimplicitySearching for Simplicity by Gregg Allman
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(1997) A fantastic and soulful effort from Gregg, with Derek guesting on two tracks. Grade: A
LifeboatLifeboat by Jimmy Herring
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(2008) Derek guests on two tracks. Grade: B+
Live...With a Little Help from Our FriendsLive...With a Little Help from Our Friends by Gov't Mule
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(1999) Derek makes a nice appearance here. Grade: A-
Croakin' at Toad'sCroakin' at Toad's by Frogwings
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(2000) Trippy and funky. Vocals leave a lot to be desired, though. Grade: B-
The Allman Brothers Band - Live at the Beacon TheatreThe Allman Brothers Band - Live at the Beacon Theatre
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(2003) Unforgettable. Great DVD. Grade: A
Peakin' at the BeaconPeakin' at the Beacon by The Allman Brothers Band
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(2000) A so-so live album from The Allman Brothers. Grade: B-
The Flower & the KnifeThe Flower & the Knife by Kevn Kinney
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Derek guests on a few tracks, along with members of the original Gov't Mule. Grade: A-
Sidewalk CaesarsSidewalk Caesars by Scrapomatic
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(2008) Derek guests on a couple tracks. Grade: B
The Benefit Concert, Vol. 1The Benefit Concert, Vol. 1 by Various Artists
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For fans of Gov't Mule and Derek Trucks this is a cool 2-disc set. Worth the money, but not entirely essential. Grade: B+
Highway 60's 70's Blues RevisitedHighway 60's 70's Blues Revisited by Various Artists
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Derek plays on two tracks. A good collection. Grade: B
The Road to EscondidoThe Road to Escondido by J.J. Cale
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Derek plays on a few cuts of this very subdued and laid back affair. Grade: B-
Instant Live: Alltel Pavilion at Walnut CreekInstant Live: Alltel Pavilion at Walnut Creek by The Allman Brothers Band
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You can't go wrong with this Instant Live series. However, I'm not so sure $26 (give-or-take) is a fair price. Buy them used if they're available.
Instant Live: Verizon Wireless Ampitheatre - Charlotte, 8/9/03Instant Live: Verizon Wireless Ampitheatre - Charlotte, 8/9/03 by The Allman Brothers Band
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Instant Live: Meadows Music Theatre - Hartford, CT, 8/3/03Instant Live: Meadows Music Theatre - Hartford, CT, 8/3/03 by The Allman Brothers Band
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Instant Live: Murat Centre - Indianapolis, IN, 7/25/03Instant Live: Murat Centre - Indianapolis, IN, 7/25/03 by The Allman Brothers Band
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