Dickey Betts, Allman Brothers Band Singer-Guitarist, Dead at 80, APRIL 18, 2024

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Dickey Betts, whose country-inflected songwriting and blazing, lyrical guitar work opposite Duane Allman in the Allman Brothers Band helped define the Southern rock genre of the ‘60s and ‘70s, died Thursday in Osprey, Fla. He was 80.

His family posted a statement on Instagram, writing, “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Betts family announce the peaceful passing of Forrest Richard ‘Dickey’ Betts (December 12, 1943 – April 18, 2024) at the age of 80 years old. The legendary performer, songwriter, bandleader and family patriarch passed away earlier today at his home in Osprey, FL., surrounded by his family. Dickey was larger than life, and his loss will be felt world-wide.”


Born Forrest Richard Betts in West Palm Beach, Florida, on December 12, 1943, Betts began playing ukulele around age five, followed by banjo and mandolin. “When I finally got to about seventh grade,” he told RS, “I learned about girls and rock & roll and Chuck Berry.” As a teenager, he put together his own band while earning a living as a house painter and mail carrier.

Dickey Betts, Allman Brothers Band Singer-Guitarist, Dead at 80

Dickey Betts, the singer, songwriter and guitarist who played a crucial role in the Allman Brothers Band, has died at age 80.

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Dickey Betts, Allman Brothers Guitarist, Dies at 80

Dickey Betts, guitarist for the Allman Brothers, died Thursday at 80, his family announced.

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[AugustWest]

Another one of my childhood heroes gone. One of my major musical influences and favorite guitarists. Thank you DIckey for all the great music you gave the world. I'll pull out my guitar and play a little "Blue Sky" tonight.

RIP Dickey.

 

[tezi]

RIP, Dickey.

 

[Puzzles8]

Dickey Betts was a legend along with the rest of the Allman Brothers. Allman Bros. are still some of my favorite bands of alll times.

JMO

 

[shotgun09]

'Stormy Monday'...
right now...

RIP

 

[Trinitee]

And another one gone…..

 

[katsrfun]

So very sorry to hear we lost Dickey Betts. He came into a bar I was in one night in Florida and got up on stage for about two hours and jammed with the band. He was phenomenal and so very pleasant. Whatever anyone asked him to play, he did, and kindly so. Was a very fun night. I am sorry to know he is no longer with us. He is playing some great music in the sky with the great musicians who went before him. RIP Dickey. MOO. Katt

 

[layer]

Oh no
People down in Georgia come from near and far to hear Richard Betts pickin' on that red guitar
~ Charlie Daniels Band

 

[Puzzles8]

So very sorry to hear we lost Dickey Betts. He came into a bar I was in one night in Florida and got up on stage for about two hours and jammed with the band. He was phenomenal and so very pleasant. Whatever anyone asked him to play, he did, and kindly so. Was a very fun night. I am sorry to know he is no longer with us. He is playing some great music in the sky with the great musicians who went before him. RIP Dickey. MOO. Katt

What a great concert you saw that night!