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Offered Here: Duane Allman 1970-1974 Estate Of Duane Allman Paperwork. This lot contains paperwork, letters, and statements from the early 1970s concerning the estate of Duane Allman. It includes 'Layla' recording and royalty statements, royalties from Atlantic Records, various final bills, letters regarding Allman's death, final payouts from different entities, a document related to Duane's musical equipment, earning statements, and a signed copy of an exclusive agent-musician agreement.
Additional Information: Duane Allman was a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, a group that played a foundational role in the establishment of the Southern rock genre. Around the time represented by these documents, "Layla," featuring Allman’s iconic guitar work alongside Eric Clapton, became a standout track from the Derek and the Dominos' 1970 album "Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs." Allman’s significant contributions helped to elevate the band and define their sound, making these documents a significant insight into the financial and personal aftermath following his untimely death in 1971.
Provenance/Authenticity: From the Capricorn Records collection.
Condition: The documents are in good to very good condition, exhibiting discoloration consistent with age and storage methods typical of papers from the early 1970s.