The Allman Joys

Southern Rock Pioneers

Gregg and Duane Allman formed The Allman Joys in 1965. After Gregg graduated from high school in 1965, the Allman Joys began touring throughout the Southeast, eventually being based in Nashville and St. Louis, Missouri. Members of the band at various times included: Gregg Allman (Keyboards, Vocals) Jackie Jackson (Guitar) Duane Allman (Guitar, Vocals) Tommy Amato (Drums) Ralph Ballinger (Bass) Bobby Dennis (Guitar) Ronnie Wilkin (Piano) Van Harrison (Bass Guitar, Vocals) Maynard Portwood (Drums) Tommy Anderson (Drums) Bob Keller (Bass, Harmonica, Vocals) Mike Alexander (Bass Guitar) Bill Connell (Drums)